Cedar Ridge Estates is a small Southwest Austin neighborhood built by Meritage Homes from 2011 to 2012. Homes sit on acreage home sites of 1 to 2 acres. Many homes have Hill Country views and are about 20 minutes from Downtown Austin. This Cedar Ridge Estates neighborhood guide covers home features, amenities, dining, recreation, and nearby schools.
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Cedar Ridge Estates is located off Highway 290 about 3 miles west of the Y in Oak Hill. To access Cedar Ridge Estates, take Highway 290 west to Ledgestone Terrace and make a left. Take Ledgestone Terrace to Flintrock Circle. The streets in Cedar Ridge Estates are Peakridge Drive and Flintrock Circle. Explore other Southwest Austin neighborhoods in our Southwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Cedar Ridge neighborhood guide.
Cedar Ridge Estates in Southwest Austin
Cedar Ridge Estates is a small neighborhood just west of the Y in Southwest Austin, off Highway 290. It has acre-sized lots, mature trees, and homes that sit above the street.
Cedar Ridge Estates is about 20 minutes from Downtown Austin and the airport. This neighborhood guide covers home features, floor plans, amenities, and market data for the community.
What Cedar Ridge Estates Looks Like
One of the first things you’ll notice about Cedar Ridge Estates is the layout of the neighborhood. Homes are situated on one-acre lots, often set above street level. Mature trees shade the neighborhood.
The community is small, with 16 homes built by Meritage between 2011 and 2012. Homes have circle driveways or side-entry garages.
Key features to expect in the neighborhood:
- One-acre lots with established landscaping
- Mixture of circle driveways and side-entry garages (primarily three-car, but some homes offer two- or four-car options)
- Elevated home placements for added privacy and Hill Country views
- Quiet cul-de-sac streets
What Cedar Ridge Estates Homes Are Like
Cedar Ridge Estates homes were built by Meritage Homes and often feature stone and stucco exteriors, vaulted ceilings, open floor plans, and energy-efficient upgrades.
Home designs include:
- Floor plans offering 4-5 bedrooms and 2.5-3.5 baths
- Living spaces ranging from 2,846 to over 4,000 square feet
- Upgrades like foam attic insulation, programmable air systems, and low VOC finishes
- Outdoor living areas
- Three-car garages (with a few homes offering two or even four garage spaces)
Inside, features include ceramic tile in key areas, walk-in closets, wood shelving, and large windows. Exteriors include patios, sod, and mature trees.
Cedar Ridge Estates Floor Plans
| Floor Plan | Stories | Beds | Baths | Living | Dining | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport II | 1 | 4 | 2.5 | 1 | 1 | 2,846 |
| Crosby | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | 2 | 1 | 3,559 |
| Sutton | 2 | 4 | 3.5 | 1 | 1 | 3,994 |
| Austin | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | 2 | 1 | 4,052 |
Cedar Ridge Estates Builder
Cedar Ridge Estates is only 16 homes and will be completely built out by Meritage Homes.
Cedar Ridge Estates Plat Map
Below you'll find a map of the lots in Meritage's Cedar Ridge Estates neighborhood. The neighborhood has been completely built out, so the only options are resale homes.
Cedar Ridge Estates Green Features
Green features listed for Cedar Ridge Estates Meritage homes include:
- Energy Star Certified Appliances
- Open cell spray foam insulation installed in attic and exterior frame walls
- Goodman 14 SEER rated variable speed air conditioner combined with a heat pump
- Honeywell programmable LCD humidistat
- Energy-efficient, dual paned, Low-E insulated vinyl windows with half screens on all operable windows
- Thermo Ply exterior sheathing per plan/elevation
- Fresh air return
- Recessed Energy-efficient CFL bulbs in 80% of home (per plan)
- Poly seal anti-air filtration system
- Low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) carpet, paint and finishes
- High efficient air management system with jump ducts in every bedroom and other rooms (per plan)
- MERV8 air filters
- Energy efficient 50 gallon electric water heater; all located in the garage (up to 3.5 baths)
- Dual flush toilets
- High performance, water efficient plumbing fixtures reducing water bills and water heating costs up to 50%
Cedar Ridge Estates Exterior Features
Exterior features of Cedar Ridge Estates homes include:
- Stone and Stucco Exteriors
- Hardiboard cement fiber siding (per plan) with 50 Year Warranty
- 30 year architectural shingles
- 2 hose bibs (1 Front/1 Back)
- 3 exterior GFI protected outlets (per plan) / 1 for A/C unit
- Garage sheetrocked, painted and pre-wired for garage door opener
- Progress exterior lighting at front and rear door with Cobblestone coach lamp at front (per plan)
- Cast stone engraved address block
- 8' raised panel, insulated fiberglass entry door
- Full light rear patio door
- Deadbolt locks on front and back door
- Weather stripping on all exterior doors
- Landscape package includes St Augustine sod at front and side yards to rear corners of home, one tree and 10 give gallon plants
- 8'x8' Patio 9per plan)
- 3 car side load garage
Cedar Ridge Estates Interior Fixtures and Amenities
Interior features of Cedar Ridge Estates homes include:
- PPG Pittsburgh wall paint with "white chip" trim
- Textured "Monterey Drag" wall finish
- Rounded sheetrock corners excluding windows (per plan)
- Elegant Cheyenne panel doors with satin nickel hinges
- Kwikset satin nickel "Polo" doorknobs
- Wrought iron spindles at 1st floor half walls at 2nd floor (per plan)
- Wood shelving in all closests/pantry
- Interior baseboards - 3 1/4"
- Emser ceramic tile (Level 1) in entry, kitchen, breakfast, utility and all bathrooms
- Shaw carpet selection, continuous filament and stain protection
- Vaulted ceilings (per plan)
- Elegant Progress lighting in brushed nickel finish
- Smoke detectors in each bedroom with battery backup
- Multi-speed ceiling fan with light kit in master bedroom. All other bedrooms and gameroom blocked for ceiling fans
Living in Cedar Ridge Estates
Cedar Ridge Estates has wide lots and Hill Country views. It is a low-traffic Southwest Austin neighborhood near daily necessities.
Highlights of living in Cedar Ridge Estates:
- Low-traffic neighborhood
- Large lot sizes and mature landscaping
- Zoned to Bowie High School (9/10), Baldwin Elementary (9/10), and Gorzycki Middle (9/10)
Please note, due to neighborhood restrictions, references to the word "family" are limited.
Cedar Ridge Estates Neighborhood Amenities
Cedar Ridge Estates does not have a community pool or clubhouse.
Nearby amenities include:
- Parks and hiking trails in nearby greenbelts
- HEB, Walgreens, and other Oak Hill shopping centers nearby
- South Austin restaurants and cafés nearby
Why Buyers Choose Cedar Ridge Estates
Buyers considering Cedar Ridge Estates weigh these factors:
- One-acre lots and established landscapes
- Meritage-built homes with energy-efficient features
- Homes sitting above the street with mature tree canopies
- Zoned to Baldwin Elementary (9/10), Gorzycki Middle (9/10), and Bowie High (9/10)
- About 20 minutes to Downtown and the airport
For the most up-to-date sales data or to connect with Cedar Ridge Estates buyer’s agents, contact a real estate professional who specializes in this neighborhood.
Commuting From Cedar Ridge Estates
Expect drive times of:
- Around 20 minutes to Downtown Austin
- About 20 minutes to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Access is via Highway 290 and FM 1826. Scroll down to continue reading our Cedar Ridge Estates neighborhood guide.
Cedar Ridge Estates Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin's Cedar Ridge neighborhood is 1.5815% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.5572% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.4035% as of 2023 tax year, down from 1.5572% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 1.7007% as of the 2021 tax year.
Cedar Ridge Estates HOA Dues
| Ledgestone Terrace Property Owners Association | $300 / annually |
Dues shown as reported and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. HOA fees, special assessments, and terms can change at any time. Buyers should confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Cedar Ridge Estates Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin's Cedar Ridge Estates neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Baldwin Elementary - 9/10
- Gorzycki Middle - 9/10
- Bowie High - 9/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of November 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
Cedar Ridge Estates is served by some of the same schools as other Southwest Austin neighborhoods, including Circle C and Shady Hollow. Thanks for reading our Cedar Ridge neighborhood guide.
Cedar Ridge Estates Photos
Cedar Ridge Sold Data - What Cedar Ridge Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Cedar Ridge and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Cedar Ridge? How many homes are currently for sale in Cedar Ridge? What’s the median sold price in Cedar Ridge? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Cedar Ridge? How’s the Cedar Ridge market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Cedar Ridge Sold Data Report.
Cedar Ridge Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
No closed sales in Cedar Ridge over the past 12 months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026).
Cedar Ridge Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Cedar Ridge have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
Years with 5 or fewer sales may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | $907,450 | — | $765,000–$1,049,900 | $267 | 3,451 sq ft | 4bd/4ba | 13 days | 101% |
| 2023 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2026 YTD | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Year-over-year change is calculated against the most recent prior year with recorded sales. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Cedar Ridge Days on Market Trend
How fast are Cedar Ridge homes selling? Here's a five-year look at how long homes sat on the market before going under contract, from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Avg Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 13 days | 14 days |
| 2023 | 0 | No sales | No sales |
| 2024 | 0 | No sales | No sales |
| 2025 | 0 | No sales | No sales |
| 2026 YTD | 0 | No sales | No sales |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Best Coffee Shops to Work Near Cedar Ridge Estates
Several cafes are a short drive from Cedar Ridge Estates:
- Oak Hill Social Coffee & Cocktails
- Summer Moon Coffee
- Puente Coffee Co
- Square Rut Kava Bar (coffee and kava options)
Local Restaurants and Bars
Nearby dining options include:
- Seattle Teriyaki (teriyaki bowls)
- Mickeys BBQ (Texas barbecue)
- Pieous (pizza and pastries)
- Papagallo Charbroiled Chicken (rotisserie chicken and sides)
- Maple Street Biscuit Company (southern-style biscuits and breakfast)
Oak Hill Social and Pieous are options for nightlife or a craft cocktail.
Where to Work Out and Stay Active
Gyms near Cedar Ridge Estates include:
- Los Campeones Gym (classic strength training and personal training)
- 4th Ward Boxing Gym (boxing and fitness)
- Kings MMA Austin (martial arts instruction)
- F45 Training (functional, HIIT group workouts)
- Golds Gym (gym with equipment and classes)
Hiking and biking trails and parks are nearby.
Fun Things to Do Near Cedar Ridge Estates
Things to do near Cedar Ridge Estates include:
- Hiking and biking on the Veloway or in Circle C Metropolitan Park
- Live music at local bars and restaurants
- Farmers markets and artisan events in Dripping Springs and Oak Hill
- Relaxing by the pool or enjoying BBQs in your own backyard
We hope you enjoyed reading our Cedar Ridge Estates neighborhood guide.
Pros and Cons of Living in Cedar Ridge Estates
Pros
- A small Southwest Austin neighborhood of 16 homes built by Meritage Homes in 2011 and 2012.
- Acre-sized lots with mature trees, and homes that sit above the street.
- About 20 minutes to Downtown Austin and about 20 minutes to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, via Highway 290 and FM 1826.
- HOA dues are $300 annually.
- Floor plans offer 4 to 5 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 baths, from 2,846 to 4,052 square feet.
- Zoned to Austin ISD schools: Baldwin Elementary (9/10), Gorzycki Middle (9/10), and Bowie High (9/10).
Cons / Trade-offs
- There is no community pool or clubhouse.
- No homes closed in the past 12 months (10/1/2025 to 9/30/2026), so there are no recent sales to benchmark pricing. The last sales in the price history were 2 homes in 2022, with a median of $907,450.
- The property tax rate is 1.5815% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.5572% in 2024.
- With only 16 homes, the number of homes for sale at any time is limited.
Who it fits: Cedar Ridge Estates fits buyers who want an acre-sized lot in a small Meritage-built neighborhood off Highway 290, about 20 minutes from Downtown Austin. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want a community pool or clubhouse, or recent sales to compare, may want to look at other Southwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar Ridge Estates
No. Cedar Ridge does not have a community pool.
HOA dues in Cedar Ridge Estates are $300 annually, paid to the Ledgestone Terrace Property Owners Association.
Cedar Ridge Estates is zoned to Austin ISD. Students will likely attend Baldwin Elementary (9/10), Gorzycki Middle (9/10), and Bowie High (9/10).
The property tax rate in Cedar Ridge Estates is 1.5815% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.5572% as of the 2024 tax year. It was 1.4035% as of the 2023 tax year and 1.7007% as of the 2021 tax year.
Floor plans in Cedar Ridge Estates offer 4 to 5 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 baths, with living space from 2,846 to 4,052 square feet. The four floor plans are the Newport II (2,846 sq ft), Crosby (3,559 sq ft), Sutton (3,994 sq ft), and Austin (4,052 sq ft).
Cedar Ridge Estates is about 20 minutes from Downtown Austin and about 20 minutes from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, with access via Highway 290 and FM 1826.
No homes closed in Cedar Ridge Estates from 10/1/2025 to 9/30/2026. The price history shows 2 sales in 2022 with a median sale price of $907,450 and a price range of $765,000 to $1,049,900, and no sales from 2023 through 2026 so far.
Explore Cedar Ridge Estates Homes
Choosing a home involves many factors. Cedar Ridge Estates has acre-sized lots, Meritage-built homes, and a location about 20 minutes from Downtown Austin.
Interested in learning more or ready to schedule a tour? Reach out to a local real estate specialist.
Southwest Austin Realtor Specializing in Cedar Ridge Estates
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Cedar Ridge homes. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Cedar Ridge, Rebecca and Raymond know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Cedar Ridge and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
