Market Overview for Belterra
There are 21 active listings in Belterra with a median list price of $720K and a median sold price of $670K.
Homes average 35 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 7 homes have sold, with 91 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $248.
About Belterra
Belterra is a large master-planned community in Hays County along the Hill Country corridor between Dripping Springs and southwest Austin. Located off Highway 290 West, the community spans hundreds of acres of rolling Hill Country terrain and offers a resort-style suburban lifestyle within the highly regarded Dripping Springs Independent School District.
Homes in Belterra range from approximately the $400,000s to over $800,000, built by a variety of regional and national builders including Taylor Morrison, Drees Custom Homes, and Highland Homes. Architectural styles emphasize Hill Country contemporary with stone and stucco exteriors, open floor plans, and covered outdoor living areas. Lot sizes and floor plans vary widely, accommodating first-time buyers through move-up buyers.
Belterra is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District (Dripping Springs ISD), a district of 8,808 students (2025-26) across 9 campuses, rated "B" by TEA for 2024-25 (89 of 100). Students attend Dripping Springs ISD schools culminating in Dripping Springs High School, which consistently earns top ratings for academic achievement and college readiness. The district's reputation is a primary driver of Belterra's residential appeal.
The community features a resort-style amenity center with pools, a splash pad, fitness center, playgrounds, sports courts, and miles of hike-and-bike trails winding through the Hill Country terrain. Dripping Springs' growing downtown is approximately 10 minutes west with restaurants, wineries, and the Mercer Street district. Downtown Austin is approximately 35-45 minutes east via Highway 290, with the Oak Hill commercial corridor providing closer retail and services.
Living in Belterra
Belterra offers Hill Country master-planned living in Dripping Springs ISD — a combination of resort-style amenities, rolling terrain, and Dripping Springs ISD schools. Homes from the $400Ks to over $800K provide options at multiple price points, all within a community designed around outdoor living and recreation.
The commute to downtown Austin runs 35-45 minutes via Highway 290, a trade-off that buyers accept for the school district, the Hill Country setting, and the community amenities. Dripping Springs' growing commercial district adds restaurants, wineries, and services within 10 minutes, reducing reliance on Austin for daily needs.
The lifestyle at Belterra centers on the amenity center's pools and fitness facilities, the trail system through Hill Country terrain, and the social fabric of a community where neighbors connect at organized events, pool days, and school activities. The Dripping Springs corridor's growth has brought additional retail and dining without eroding the small-town character that attracted residents in the first place.
Things to Do in Belterra
- Belterra Amenity Center: Resort-style complex with multiple pools, splash pad, fitness center, sports courts, and event pavilion for community gatherings and organized activities.
- Dripping Springs Wineries: Growing wine trail along Highway 290 with tasting rooms at Fall Creek Vineyards, Duchman Family Winery, and others within 10-15 minutes.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Natural grotto and 50-foot waterfall swimming hole approximately 20 minutes west, a Travis County preserve requiring reservations.
- Belterra Trail System: Miles of hike-and-bike trails winding through Hill Country terrain, connecting neighborhoods to parks and the amenity center.
- Mercer Street District: Dripping Springs' walkable downtown area with locally owned restaurants, shops, and gathering spots, approximately 10 minutes west.
- Pedernales Falls State Park: 4,800-acre state park approximately 30 minutes west with river swimming, hiking, mountain biking, and camping.
Major Employers in Belterra
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): School district serving the Belterra and Dripping Springs communities
- Hays County Government (Government): County government offices and services
- Dripping Springs Wineries & Breweries (Hospitality & Tourism): Growing cluster of wineries, breweries, and event venues along the Highway 290 corridor
- Downtown Austin Employers (Technology & Professional Services): Corporate offices 35-45 minutes east via Highway 290
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): Major hospital approximately 25 minutes east along the Highway 290 corridor
Belterra Schools
Belterra is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students typically attend Rooster Springs Elementary for elementary school, Sycamore Springs Middle School or Dripping Springs Middle for middle school, and Dripping Springs High School for high school.
School District: Dripping Springs ISD
Public Schools
Private Schools
- Dripping Springs Montessori - Montessori school in the Dripping Springs area
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Belterra?
Belterra is a large master-planned community in Hays County along Highway 290 West, between Dripping Springs and southwest Austin in the Texas Hill Country corridor.
How much do homes cost in Belterra?
Homes in Belterra range from approximately the $400,000s to over $800,000. Builders include Taylor Morrison, Drees Custom Homes, and Highland Homes, with Hill Country contemporary architectural styles.
What school district is Belterra in?
Belterra is served by Dripping Springs ISD, a district of 8,808 students (2025-26) rated "B" by TEA for 2024-25 (89 of 100).
What amenities does Belterra have?
Belterra features a resort-style amenity center with multiple pools, splash pad, fitness center, sports courts, playgrounds, and miles of hike-and-bike trails through Hill Country terrain.
How far is Belterra from downtown Austin?
Belterra is approximately 35-45 minutes from downtown Austin via Highway 290. Dripping Springs' growing commercial district is about 10 minutes west for local shopping and dining.
What is the lifestyle in Belterra like?
Belterra centers on outdoor living with Dripping Springs ISD schools, resort-style community amenities, organized neighborhood events, and a trail system built for recreation. The community draws interest from across the Austin metro.
