Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Hays County)
About this property
Rare opportunity to own an authentic, true adobe home in the heart of Dripping Springs. Custom-built in 2002 using hand-made clay bricks, this 3.92-acre property offers a unique blend of Southwest artistry and Hill Country tranquility. Known for superior energy efficiency and fire resistance, the adobe construction features high thermal mass and sustainable materials. The 2,468 sq. ft. floor plan includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a dedicated office, defined by Mexico Saltillo tile, arched doorways, and soaring, vaulted ceilings. Two wood-burning fireplaces provide warmth, while abundant windows showcase expansive Hill Country views. Outdoor living is highlighted by generous covered porches overlooking the private, natural landscape. This property is ideal for a small homestead, that allows two horses, donkeys, mules, cows, sheep, lamas or goats and up to 12 chickens with no more than one rooster. A standout feature is the oversized, detached 6-car garage equipped with electricity and plumbing, perfect for a workshop, artist studio, or extensive vehicle storage. Experience a one-of-a-kind retreat that combines rustic character with modern functionality.
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About the Area
901 Old Red 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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