Premier 310± Acre Hill Country Ranch & Development Opportunity | Dripping Springs ETJ?
Gated Entry on Ranch Road 12 | 35 Minutes to Downtown Austin
A truly rare opportunity to acquire one of the most significant large-acreage properties remaining in the greater Austin area. This exceptional 310± acre Hill Country ranch, located just north of Dripping Springs, offers an unmatched combination of scale, natural beauty, accessibility, and future development potential set within the highly desirable Dripping Springs ETJ and just minutes from Austin’s urban core.
Accessed through a gated entrance along Ranch Road 12, the property showcases panoramic Hill Country views, gently rolling terrain, mature oak canopies, and crystal-clear Barton Creek frontage, creating a remarkable setting for a private estate, legacy ranch, luxury residential community, or long-term investment hold.
Location & Accessibi...
Location & Accessibility
- Gated frontage on Ranch Road 12
- Approx. 5 minutes to Highway 290 (Dripping Springs)
- Approx. 15 minutes to Hwy 620 and Hwy 71
- Approx. 35 minutes to Downtown Austin
- Located within acclaimed Dripping Springs ISD
- Convenient access to schools, dining, shopping - NEW HEB now open and Target coming soon!
Land & Ranch Characteristics
- 310± acres of diverse Hill Country topography
- Multiple elevated, build-ready homesites with long-range views
- Towering century-old oak trees and lush bottomland pasture
- Barton Creek frontage
- High-fenced perimeter suitable for exotic wildlife or luxury ranching
- Exceptional oak coverage throughout the property
- Gently rolling terrain ideal for recreation, agriculture, or development
Development & Investment Highlights
- No deed restrictions
- Located in the Dripping Springs ETJ, offering municipal flexibility
- Water and sewer available nearby
- Substantial road frontage supporting primary and secondary access points
- Well-suited for a private estate, multi-generational compound, luxury estate lots, ranchette community, event venue, or future residential development
- Strong long-term appreciation potential in a high-growth West Austin corridor
With increasing scarcity of large tracts near Austin, this property represents a compelling opportunity for discerning buyers, developers, and investors seeking scale, location, and optionality. Whether envisioned as a premier Hill Country estate or thoughtfully planned development, this ranch offers the rare ability to blend natural beauty with strategic growth positioning in one of Central Texas’ most coveted markets.
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Research Parcel InformationHead northwest on Fitzhugh Rd toward Wagon Rd W, Turn left onto Ranch Rd 12 S, Turn right onto Ellis Rd, Turn left to stay on Ellis Rd, Turn right, Turn left, Destination will be on the right