290 Sunset Rdg
About this property
Set on 7 beautiful acres in Dripping Springs, this property is all about the land, lifestyle and opportunity. At the heart of it is a charming original farmhouse with a comfortable, efficient footprint, natural light and the warmth and character of a true Hill Country home. Outside is where this property really shines. Mature trees, established gardens and wide open Texas skies create a peaceful setting with beautiful, usable acreage in every direction. Wander through the gardens, pick fresh produce, gather eggs from the custom chicken coop or settle in under the trees as the sun sets across the property. Fully fenced with an automatic gated entry, the 7 acres offer plenty of room for horses, goats, chickens, gardens and more. Limited restrictions provide flexibility for someone who wants to enjoy the property as it is, expand the existing home or create something more over time. An attached two car garage plus a separate third car garage provide additional space for vehicles, equipment, a workshop or weekend projects. With 7 usable acres, an existing farmhouse, established gardens, room for animals, privacy and flexibility, this property offers the opportunity to create your own version of Hill Country living in an incredible Dripping Springs location with convenient access to town and Austin.
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About the Area
290 Sunset Rdg 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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