Market Overview for Big Sky Ranch
There are 18 active listings in Big Sky Ranch with a median list price of $445K and a median sold price of $450K.
Homes average 46 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 7 homes have sold, with 69 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $213.
About Big Sky Ranch
Big Sky Ranch is a 200-acre master-planned community built by Meritage Homes in Dripping Springs, Texas (Hays County). Meritage Homes, the seventh-largest homebuilder in the United States, spent 18 months in collaborative planning with the City of Dripping Springs before launching sales in July 2020. Located northeast of downtown Dripping Springs and directly adjacent to Founders Memorial Park, the community is planned for approximately 700 single-family homes at full build-out.
Homes range from approximately 1,477 to 3,448 square feet across multiple collections. The Heritage Collection featured two-story bungalow plans from 1,637 to 2,325 square feet. The Texana Collection offered single- and two-story plans from 1,562 to 2,806 square feet. Both, along with the Founders Collection (2,004 to 3,448 square feet on the largest estate lots), have sold out. The Reserve Collection (1,477 to 2,812 square feet) and Executive Collection (1,893 to 3,355 square feet) continue offering new construction. All homes are built with ENERGY STAR certified construction, M.Connected Home smart-home products, quartz countertops, and engineered vinyl plank flooring.
Nearly a quarter of the development's acreage — 48 acres — is dedicated to parkland and open space. Residents enjoy a 3.1-acre amenity center with a resort-style pool and splash pad, five pocket parks, a play lawn, tree conservation areas, a greenbelt, and 1.7 miles of trails that connect directly into the adjacent Founders Memorial Park. The Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, a property on the National Register of Historic Places dating to 1854, sits adjacent to the neighborhood and hosts the Dripping Springs Farmers Market.
Living in Big Sky Ranch
Big Sky Ranch is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District, one of the higher-rated districts in Central Texas. For the 2025-26 school year, students are zoned to Wildwood Springs Elementary (a new campus that opened in August 2025 with 850-student capacity), Dripping Springs Middle School at 111 Tiger Lane, and Dripping Springs High School at 940 Highway 290 West (approximately 2,300 students). Many real estate sites still list the previous Walnut Springs Elementary assignment; always verify with DSISD directly.
Dripping Springs is known as the "Gateway to the Hill Country" and the "Wedding Capital of Texas," with more than 35 wedding venues within a 15-mile radius. The town sits less than 25 miles from downtown Austin via US-290, with commute times of 35 to 45 minutes during off-peak hours. More than 50 wineries, breweries, and distilleries line what locals call the Dripping with Taste Trail, including Treaty Oak Distilling (the fourth-oldest distillery in Texas, on a 28-acre ranch), Desert Door (sotol), and Vista Brewing (a 21-acre ranch brewery).
Historic Mercer Street in downtown Dripping Springs, approximately 4 miles away, offers locally owned boutiques, antique shops, cafes, and live music venues in limestone buildings. Hamilton Pool Preserve, a natural collapsed grotto swimming hole managed by Travis County, is approximately 13 miles and 20 minutes away.
Things to Do in Big Sky Ranch
- Founders Memorial Park: Directly adjacent to Big Sky Ranch with trail connections into the neighborhood. Features playgrounds, a pavilion, a seasonal pool, and soccer and football fields.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: A natural collapsed grotto swimming hole managed by Travis County Parks, approximately 13 miles and 20 minutes from the neighborhood. Reservations required during summer months.
- Historic Mercer Street: Downtown Dripping Springs' main street, approximately 4 miles from the neighborhood. Locally owned boutiques, antique shops, cafes, and live music venues in limestone buildings.
- Treaty Oak Distilling: A 28-acre ranch distillery in Dripping Springs, the fourth-oldest distillery in Texas. Features a restaurant, live music, and tours.
- Vista Brewing: A 21-acre ranch brewery in nearby Driftwood featuring European-style beers, a farm-to-table kitchen, and nature trails.
Major Employers in Big Sky Ranch
- Dripping Springs ISD (Public Education): The local school district with multiple campuses throughout the Dripping Springs area.
- Austin metro employers (Technology and Government): Downtown Austin is less than 25 miles east via US-290, providing access to major technology employers including Apple, Dell, Samsung, and Tesla.
- Dripping Springs hospitality sector (Hospitality and Tourism): More than 50 wineries, breweries, distilleries, and over 35 wedding venues within a 15-mile radius support a growing local hospitality economy.
- Pedernales Electric Cooperative (Utilities): Headquartered in Johnson City, PEC serves the Dripping Springs area and is one of the largest electric cooperatives in the country.
Big Sky Ranch Schools
Big Sky Ranch is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District. For 2025-26, the community was rezoned to the new Wildwood Springs Elementary, which opened in August 2025. Many real estate sites still list the previous Walnut Springs Elementary assignment. Always verify with DSISD directly.
School District: Dripping Springs ISD
Public Schools
- Dripping Springs Elementary
- Dripping Springs Middle
- Dripping Springs High School
Frequently Asked Questions
Who built Big Sky Ranch?
Big Sky Ranch was developed by Meritage Homes, the seventh-largest homebuilder in the United States. The community opened for sales in July 2020 after 18 months of planning with the City of Dripping Springs.
What home sizes are available in Big Sky Ranch?
Homes range from approximately 1,477 to 3,448 square feet across multiple collections. Three of the original five collections have sold out, with the Reserve and Executive collections still offering new construction.
What amenities does Big Sky Ranch offer?
The community features a 3.1-acre amenity center with a pool and splash pad, five pocket parks, a play lawn, 1.7 miles of trails connecting to Founders Memorial Park, tree conservation areas, and a greenbelt.
What school district serves Big Sky Ranch?
Big Sky Ranch is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students are zoned to Wildwood Springs Elementary (opened 2025), Dripping Springs Middle School, and Dripping Springs High School. Verify current assignments with the district.
How far is Big Sky Ranch from Austin?
Big Sky Ranch is less than 25 miles from downtown Austin via US-290, with off-peak commute times of approximately 35 to 45 minutes.
