Market Overview for Hawk Ridge
There are 1 active listings in Hawk Ridge with a median list price of $2.9M.
The average price per square foot is $686.
About Hawk Ridge
Hawk Ridge (branded HawkRidge) is a gated custom-home community in southwest Austin, Texas (Hays County, 78737), encompassing 88 acres with 61 acreage homesites. The community was founded by Kirby Walls, a custom home builder and Dripping Springs resident who also operates Kirby Walls Custom Builders. The community is named after the hawks that fly above the ridgeline, and streets carry hawk-species names — Broadwing Cove, Zonetail Cove, and Kestrel Cove.
Each lot is a minimum of 1 acre, with individual lots ranging from approximately 1.03 to 4.69 acres. The community emphasizes custom luxury homes with Hill Country architecture on estate-sized lots amid towering mature live oaks, Hill Country cedar trees, a spring-fed pond, and panoramic Hill Country views. Lots start in the $600,000s, with completed custom homes priced from approximately $900,000 and up. The community maintains an approved builder list — confirmed builders include Kirby Walls Custom Builders and Weston Dean Custom Homes — and requires all construction to pass an Architectural Control Committee review. Protective building restrictions (CCRs) are in place to maintain the community's long-term character.
Hawk Ridge is located off Nutty Brown Road with access to US-290 West. The community is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District despite carrying an Austin mailing address. Development is in multiple phases, with Phase 1 complete and Phase 2 on the horizon. Utilities include city water at the street and on-site septic systems. Electricity is provided by Pedernales Electric Cooperative.
Living in Hawk Ridge
Hawk Ridge residents live on gated, estate-sized lots with privacy, mature trees, and Hill Country terrain. The community's Architectural Control Committee and protective building restrictions maintain the custom-home character. Homeowners join the HawkRidge HOA upon closing.
Dripping Springs ISD (TEA A rating) serves the community. Sycamore Springs Middle School (TEA A rating, U.S. News Best Middle Schools badge) and Dripping Springs High School (approximately 2,484 students) are the confirmed secondary assignments. Elementary zoning should be verified against the current DSISD attendance zone map, as the district adopted new elementary and middle school boundaries for the 2025-26 school year.
US-290 connects east to downtown Austin (approximately 20-plus miles) and west to Dripping Springs. The Oak Hill Parkway project, a $677 million upgrade of the 7-mile US-290 stretch through Oak Hill from a 4-lane undivided road to a 6-lane divided highway, has opened main lanes in both directions with full completion targeted for mid-2026. Belterra Village, with Sky Cinemas, H-E-B, and over 200,000 square feet of retail, is a 3 to 5 minute drive.
Things to Do in Hawk Ridge
- Belterra Village: A 93-acre mixed-use development on Highway 290 with Sky Cinemas (14 auditoriums), H-E-B, and over 200,000 square feet of retail and dining, approximately 3 to 5 minutes from Hawk Ridge.
- Milton Reimers Ranch Park: A 2,427-acre Travis County park with 18-plus miles of trails, rock climbing on limestone cliffs, and swimming in the Pedernales River. Entry fee $5 per person.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: A natural swimming hole with a 50-foot waterfall, approximately 30 miles west. Reservations required.
- Jester King Brewery: Nationally recognized farmhouse brewery near Dripping Springs with craft beer and outdoor seating on a Hill Country property.
- Treaty Oak Distilling: The fourth-oldest distillery in Texas, located near Dripping Springs. Offers tours, tastings, and a restaurant.
Major Employers in Hawk Ridge
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): TEA A-rated school district serving the Dripping Springs and southwest Austin area.
- Apple (Technology): Austin campus at 6900 West Parmer Lane in northwest Austin, accessible via a 30 to 40 minute commute.
- H-E-B (Grocery / Retail): Regional grocery chain with over 27,000 employees in the Austin metro and stores in the Belterra Village and Dripping Springs area.
- Tesla (Automotive / Manufacturing): Gigafactory Austin in southeast Travis County with over 20,000 employees.
Hawk Ridge Schools
Hawk Ridge is served by Dripping Springs ISD (TEA A rating). Elementary attendance zones were redrawn for 2025-26 — verify current assignment with the district.
School District: Dripping Springs ISD
Public Schools
- Sycamore Springs Middle School - At 14451 Sawyer Ranch Road. TEA A rating. U.S. News Best Middle Schools badge.
- Dripping Springs High School - At 940 Highway 290 West. Approximately 2,484 students. Ranks in the top 15 percent of Texas high schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hawk Ridge a gated community?
Yes. Hawk Ridge is a gated community with 61 acreage homesites on 88 acres in southwest Austin (78737). Each lot is a minimum of 1 acre, with lots ranging from approximately 1.03 to 4.69 acres.
Who founded Hawk Ridge?
Hawk Ridge was founded by Kirby Walls, a custom home builder and Dripping Springs resident who operates Kirby Walls Custom Builders. The community maintains an approved builder list and an Architectural Control Committee.
What schools serve Hawk Ridge?
Hawk Ridge is served by Dripping Springs ISD (TEA A rating) despite its Austin mailing address. Confirmed schools include Sycamore Springs Middle School and Dripping Springs High School. Elementary zoning should be verified with the district.
What is the price range at Hawk Ridge?
Lots start in the $600,000s. Completed custom homes are priced from approximately $900,000 and up. The community features Hill Country architecture on estate lots with mature live oaks and a spring-fed pond.
How far is Hawk Ridge from Austin?
Downtown Austin is approximately 20-plus miles east via US-290. The Oak Hill Parkway project is upgrading this corridor to a 6-lane divided highway, with full completion targeted for mid-2026. Belterra Village is 3 to 5 minutes away.