Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Hays County)
About this property
Enchanting setting with a rare opportunity to own 16.18 pristine acres in the exclusive, gated enclave of Hidden Creek Ranch, ideally located just minutes from downtown Dripping Springs and surrounded by the natural beauty of Texas Hill Country. This remarkable estate property offers gently terraced topography, a seasonal wet-weather creek, and a captivating blend of mature oaks and open pastureland. Multiple premier homesites showcase sweeping, panoramic hilltop views, offering an extraordinary setting for a dream custom home built by the builder of your choice. Perfectly suited for a private luxury residence, equestrian estate, or weekend retreat, the land is both beautiful and functional, with ample space for horses or livestock. A current wildlife exemption ensures substantial tax benefits, and deed restrictions allow up to four horses. With paved road access, a low HOA, and a 2,000 square foot minimum build requirement, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, prestige, and future potential. Enjoy proximity to renowned wineries, local dining, boutique shopping, and all that the Hill Country lifestyle has to offer. This is a unique and exceptional canvas for your vision, an opportunity to create something truly extraordinary in one of the area’s most coveted gated communities.
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About the Area
831 Hidden Creek Dr 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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