Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Hays County)
About this property
Discover the perfect blend of Hill Country charm and investment potential with this exceptional 15-acre unrestricted property, ideally located outside of the ETJ and just minutes from Dripping Springs and Austin with convenient access to HWY 290. This unique offering features a beautifully finished 2,378 SF residence with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, complete with a private pool and currently operating as a successful short-term rental—providing immediate income or the option for full-time living. The expansive acreage offers endless possibilities for a family compound, additional guest homes, or simply enjoying wide-open space and privacy. With its scenic setting, flexibility, and proximity to major growth corridors, this property presents a rare opportunity to own a versatile Hill Country retreat with both lifestyle and future upside in mind.
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About the Area
411 Whitetail 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).
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