Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Hays County)
About this property
Uncommon opportunity to own 10 unrestricted acres just 5 miles south of Dripping Springs in DSISD. Ideally located less than 1/2 mile north of Elder Hill Road, the property offers convenient access to Austin while remaining just a short drive from Driftwood, Wimberley, and the surrounding Hill Country destinations. It has been over a year since there have been unrestricted land opportunities in Dripping Springs. The tract presents a variety of potential uses, including a custom homesite, equestrian facility, recreational retreat, or potential light commercial application. The property has been partially cleared and features numerous mature live oaks, scenic eastern views, and beautiful sunset views to the west. A newly fenced entrance marks the beginning of the flag lot's access easement, which has been cleared and leads to an approximately square-shaped building envelope offering privacy and flexibility for future improvements. No known deed restrictions and no HOA. Buyer to independently verify all information including property boundaries, utilities, subdivision potential, and intended use.
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About the Area
TBD Gatlin Creek Rd is located in Dripping Springs, Texas, in Hays County. 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.
The Blanco River and Barton Creek headwaters flow through Hays County, carving spring-fed swimming holes beloved by generations of Texans. Jacob's Well, a natural cylindrical karstic spring, and the swimming holes of Blue Hole Regional Park draw visitors year-round. The Edwards Plateau escarpment creates dramatic topographic relief in the western half of the county.
Dripping Springs had an estimated population of 6,322 as of 2023. The 78620 zip code has a median household income of $146,551, a median home value of $624,800, and a median age of 42.7. The average household size is 2.73 people.
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.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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