Ranch & Land for Sale in Dripping Springs, TX

Dripping Springs, Texas is home to 311 active ranch and land listings, with a median listing price of $975,000 and an average lot size of 17.5 acres. Hays County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, driven by the explosive growth of San Marcos and Kyle-Buda corridor connecting Austin and San Antonio. The county blends Hill Country character in its western reaches, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Driftwood, with rapidly urbanizing communities along the I-35 corridor. Texas State University anchors San Marcos, supporting a significant education and healthcare sector. The I-35 corridor has attracted major distribution centers and manufacturing. The western Hill Country communities of Wimberley and Dripping Springs have become destination wine, dining, and retreat markets commanding premium real estate prices. Dripping Springs was founded in the 1850s and earned its name from the natural springs that dripped from limestone cliffs in the area, providing a vital water source for early settlers and travelers. The town has maintained its rural character and small-town charm while becoming known as the "Gateway to the Hill Country," famous for its scenic beauty, historic dance halls, and thriving local distillery scene. Today, Dripping Springs preserves its heritage as an agricultural community while attracting families seeking a peaceful lifestyle just minutes from Austin. Whether you're searching for a weekend retreat, working ranch, or long-term land investment, Barron Johnson provides expert representation for buyers and sellers in Dripping Springs and the surrounding Hill Country region.