Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Hays County)
About this property
Set at the end of a peaceful, private 1-mile road in a quiet cul-de-sac, 1426 Shelton Ranch offers an exceptional 5-acre retreat in highly sought-after Dripping Springs. This custom-built 2007 home sits on fully UNRESTRICTED land with no HOA, allowing the next owners complete freedom to enjoy or personalize the property. The entire 5 acres are fully fenced, with a half-acre high-fenced area to keep deer out. The back fence abuts a vast private ranch of several hundred acres, delivering serene views and true privacy. Location is prime: just 4 miles from downtown Dripping Springs' wineries, breweries, and vibrant scene, and 1 mile from Dripping Springs Elementary. A gated entrance leads to thoughtful luxury. The open kitchen boasts a limestone arch, built-in china cabinet, double oven, glass electric cooktop (replaced 2026), bar seating, and a large walk-in/through pantry with space for a second fridge. The mudroom has a built-in bench and cubbies; the oversized utility room includes plenty of cabinets and a sink. A dedicated office features built-in desks and shelving, while the Jack-and-Jill floor plan suits families or guests. Walk-in closets with custom built-ins abound, and the master bath includes a doorless walk-in shower. Recent updates ensure move-in readiness: roof replaced August 2025 (Malarkey Class 4 shingles), exterior paint May 2025, well pump 2024 on the 600-foot well, and three HVAC zones. Outdoor living excels with extra-large covered patios (front and back), limestone wood-burning fireplace, fire pit, and covered hot tub. A 1,000+ sq ft barn/workshop handles projects or storage, plus a 3-car garage and 10+ parking spaces. This rare mix of Hill Country seclusion, custom features, school proximity, and unrestricted acreage awaits its next owners. Come experience why 1426 Shelton Ranch feels like home from the moment you arrive.
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1426 Shelton Ranch 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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