Market Overview for Parten Ranch
There are 27 active listings in Parten Ranch with a median list price of $1.1M and a median sold price of $975K.
Homes average 78 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 2 homes have sold, with 72 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $310.
About Parten Ranch
Parten Ranch is a 532-acre master-planned community in southwest Austin, Texas (Hays County, 78737), located on FM 1826 approximately 3 miles from Austin's southwest city limits and approximately 9 miles southeast of Dripping Springs. The community is developed by Blake Magee Company, an Austin-based land development firm with over 40 years of experience and more than 30,000 single-family lots developed in the Austin and San Antonio areas. The property was formerly a working goat ranch belonging to the Parten family, dating back to 1896. Two seasonal creeks run through the property, and century-old oak trees have been preserved throughout the development.
Three builders offer homes in Parten: Highland Homes, Taylor Morrison, and Perry Homes. Home sizes range from approximately 2,300 to over 5,000 square feet across 65-foot, 75-foot, and 85-foot lot-width options. At buildout, the community is planned for up to 575 homes across 10 sub-communities, with Phases 1 through 7 open and Phase 8 and a final phase under construction. Perry Homes offers 65-foot lots starting from the $890s. Wrought iron fencing throughout the community maintains open Hill Country views, and every home backs up to green space.
Parten is not a gated community. The HOA is managed by KiTH Management Services, with assessments of approximately $225 per quarter. The community is located within a Municipal Utility District, with a property tax rate of approximately 2.7 percent. Developers agreed to leave a minimum of 80 percent of land uncovered by impermeable surfaces, preserving a green, low-density character. The community is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District.
Living in Parten Ranch
Parten Ranch residents have access to a resort-style pool complex with lap swimming, a children's splash area, and a covered patio. The community features hiking and biking trails with paved and natural paths, multiple pocket parks, and Heart Park — a creek-side park accessible via code-protected entrance, named for a cement heart embedded in the ground from the property's ranching days. Wrought iron fencing throughout maintains open Hill Country views; every home backs up to green space.
Dripping Springs ISD, rated "B" by TEA for 2024-25 (89 of 100), serves the community. Students attend Cypress Springs Elementary (approximately 3 miles from Parten), Sycamore Springs Middle School (capacity 1,016 students), and Dripping Springs High School (approximately 2,484 students, with approximately 94 percent of graduates planning post-secondary education).
FM 1826 connects to Mopac (Loop 1), providing a commute route to downtown Austin in approximately 25 to 30 minutes that avoids much of the Highway 290 congestion. Belterra Village, a 93-acre mixed-use development with over 200,000 square feet of retail and dining, is a 5 to 10 minute drive.
Things to Do in Parten Ranch
- Belterra Village: A 93-acre mixed-use development on Highway 290 with over 200,000 square feet of retail, dining, and entertainment including Sky Cinemas and H-E-B.
- Salt Lick BBQ: Iconic Texas barbecue restaurant in Driftwood, located near Parten Ranch along the FM 1826 corridor.
- Milton Reimers Ranch Park: A 2,427-acre Travis County park with 18-plus miles of hiking and biking trails, rock climbing on limestone cliffs, and swimming in the Pedernales River.
- Duchman Family Winery: Italian-varietal winery in Driftwood with a tasting room, event space, and playground.
- Jester King Brewery: Nationally recognized farmhouse brewery in the Hill Country near Dripping Springs, featuring craft beer and outdoor seating.
Major Employers in Parten Ranch
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): School district rated "B" by TEA for 2024-25 (89 of 100), serving the Dripping Springs and southwest Austin area.
- H-E-B (Grocery / Retail): Regional grocery chain with stores in the Dripping Springs and Belterra Village area. Over 27,000 employees in the Austin metro.
- Dell Technologies (Technology): Headquartered in Round Rock with approximately 13,000 employees in the Austin metro, accessible via a 30 to 35 minute commute.
- Tesla (Automotive / Manufacturing): Gigafactory Austin in southeast Travis County employing about 16,500 workers at the end of 2025.
Parten Ranch Schools
Parten Ranch is served by Dripping Springs ISD, which carries a TEA A rating.
School District: Dripping Springs ISD
Public Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
Who developed Parten Ranch?
Parten Ranch is developed by Blake Magee Company, an Austin-based firm with over 40 years of experience and more than 30,000 single-family lots developed. The property was formerly the Parten goat ranch, dating to 1896.
What builders are in Parten Ranch?
Three builders offer homes: Highland Homes, Taylor Morrison, and Perry Homes. Homes range from approximately 2,300 to over 5,000 square feet across 65-foot, 75-foot, and 85-foot lot widths.
What schools serve Parten Ranch?
Parten Ranch is served by Dripping Springs ISD, rated "B" by TEA for 2024-25 (89 of 100). Students attend Cypress Springs Elementary, Sycamore Springs Middle School, and Dripping Springs High School.
How far is Parten Ranch from Austin?
Downtown Austin is approximately 25 to 30 minutes via FM 1826 and Mopac (Loop 1). Belterra Village shopping and dining is 5 to 10 minutes away. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 30 to 35 minutes.
What amenities does Parten Ranch have?
Amenities include a resort-style pool with splash area, hiking and biking trails, Heart Park (a creek-side park), multiple pocket parks, and green space behind every home. The HOA fee is approximately $225 per quarter.
