1017 Westland Ridge Rd
About this property
Offering peaceful country living just 20 minutes from downtown Austin and 10 minutes to Dripping Springs, this home was built in 2018 and has 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. With incredible natural light, white oak floors, custom cabinetry, flexible living spaces, and unobstructed south-facing views, this home is a must see! The chef’s kitchen is a standout, featuring a BlueStar Platinum 48-inch 8-burner propane range with dual ovens, indoor grill and griddle attachments, Wolf ventilation, built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, Newport Brass fixtures, and a locally handcrafted Texas pecan wood island. Large glass sliders connect the living room to a massive covered porch overlooking the peaceful Hill Country setting, perfect for sunsets, stargazing and entertaining large gatherings. The primary bedroom has large windows overlooking the hill country view and a primary bathroom with a clawfoot tub and shower. 3 additional bedrooms, a full bathroom and playroom also make for a functional single level floorplan. In the garage, a separate 135 sq ft climate-controlled, sound-insulated room with a solid steel door provides an ideal office, theater, or creative space, while an additional flex/playroom adds versatility. Two attic spaces provide approximately 900 square feet of exceptional storage in the spray foam insulated attic. Owned solar panels help keep average electric bills around $80–$85/month, complemented by whole-house spray foam insulation, a tankless water heater, Level 2 EV charger, and 30,000-gallon rainwater collection tank. Outside, enjoy xeriscaping, turf, a custom splash pad and cabana, dog run, chicken coop, additional carport and parking, and infrastructure for future improvements with 240V power and a propane line already in place. With a low tax rate, light deed restrictions and zoning to Sycamore Springs Elementary and Middle Schools, this property offers privacy, refined functionality, and easy access to both Austin and Dripping Springs.
Property details
Location
About the Area
1017 Westland Ridge 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).
Listing information © 2026 Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). All data provided AS IS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing courtesy of Magnolia Realty Austin Hill Co.