Austin, TX 78737 (Hays County)
About this property
Perched high above the Hill Country behind the gates of Saratoga Hills, 540 Big Brown Drive offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and breathtaking, unobstructed views stretching for miles. Built in 2019 and thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this stunning single-story residence sits on an expansive 1.58-acre homesite in one of Southwest Austin's most sought-after gated communities. Soaring ceilings and walls of windows flood the home with natural light while perfectly framing the spectacular scenery beyond. True white oak flooring flows throughout, complemented by custom built-ins, designer drapery, a custom fireplace, and high-end finishes that elevate every space. The versatile floor plan checks every box, featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a powder bath, multiple living areas, formal dining, and a dedicated office. Designed with flexibility in mind, the split-bedroom layout offers exceptional privacy for both owners and guests, including an ideal setup for a private guest suite or multigenerational living arrangement. The luxurious primary suite is thoughtfully separated from the secondary bedrooms, a private spa-grade oasis. It features a designer chandelier, a custom marble accent wall, a dedicated vertical rainfall system and panoramic hill country views from the shower! At the heart of the residence, the open-concept living spaces seamlessly connect to the outdoors, where a Trex deck invites you to relax, entertain, and take in some of the finest views Saratoga Hills has to offer. Additional upgrades include an epoxy-coated garage floor and countless custom touches throughout. Feeding to top-rated schools and offering the rare combination of a one-story layout, luxury finishes, multiple living spaces, acreage, and stunning Hill Country views, this exceptional property delivers the perfect blend of sophistication, comfort, and functionality.
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540 Big Brown Dr is located in Austin, 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.
Austin had an estimated population of 967,862 as of 2023. The 78737 zip code has a median household income of $164,066, a median home value of $689,200, and a median age of 39. The average household size is 3.07 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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