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About Hays Country Acres
Hays Country Acres is a residential subdivision located in Dripping Springs, Texas, within the 78620 zip code in Hays County. The neighborhood is situated along Hays Country Acres Road southwest of the Dripping Springs town center, approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin. The subdivision was originally platted in 1984 and includes roughly 630 residents according to U.S. Census data. Hays Country Acres occupies a section of the eastern Texas Hill Country with rolling terrain, scattered live oak and juniper trees, and limestone outcroppings typical of Hays County's western landscape.
Home prices in Hays Country Acres generally range from $400,000 to $800,000 depending on lot size, home square footage, and improvements. Lots in the subdivision typically range from 1.5 acres to over 7 acres, with many properties featuring well water and septic systems rather than municipal utilities. Homes range from approximately 1,800 to 3,500 square feet, with construction dates spanning from the mid-1980s through more recent custom builds. Architectural styles include Hill Country ranch homes with limestone exteriors, frame construction with metal roofing, and more contemporary designs reflecting the area's ongoing development.
Hays Country Acres is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District (Dripping Springs ISD). The district operates nine campuses serving more than 8,600 students in grades pre-K through 12 across northern Hays County. Students in the area typically attend one of the district's six elementary schools, feed into one of two middle schools, and graduate from Dripping Springs High School. The high school serves grades 9 through 12 and offers Advanced Placement courses, dual-credit programs, and career and technical education pathways.
Commuters from Hays Country Acres reach downtown Austin in approximately 35 to 45 minutes via US 290 East or Ranch Road 12 to SH 45 Toll Road. Dripping Springs' commercial district along US 290 provides grocery, dining, and retail options within a 5- to 10-minute drive. The town center includes H-E-B grocery, Ace Hardware, and a growing number of restaurants and shops along Mercer Street. Ranch Road 12 runs north-south through the area, connecting to US 290 and providing access to Wimberley approximately 15 miles south.
Living in Hays Country Acres
Hays Country Acres features homes on lots ranging from 1.5 to over 7 acres with scattered live oak groves and limestone terrain. Many properties use well water and on-site septic systems, and several include barns, workshops, or agricultural fencing reflecting the semi-rural setting. Roads within the subdivision are two-lane with no curbs or sidewalks, and some sections are maintained by Hays County. There is no mandatory HOA in Hays Country Acres. Property tax rates fall under Hays County and Dripping Springs ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $1.70 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Daily life in Hays Country Acres is oriented toward Dripping Springs' commercial district along US 290, roughly 5 to 10 minutes east. H-E-B grocery anchors the retail offerings, with restaurants, a farmers market, and local shops along Mercer Street. Hamilton Pool Preserve, a Travis County park featuring a 50-foot waterfall and natural grotto, is approximately 12 miles northwest via Hamilton Pool Road. Dripping Springs Ranch Park, a 27-acre community park on Founders Park Road, includes sports fields, playgrounds, and a pavilion. The Dripping Springs Farmers Market operates year-round on Saturdays. Several wineries and distilleries line Ranch Road 12 south of US 290, including Treaty Oak Distilling and Deep Eddy Vodka's tasting room, each within a 10-minute drive.
Things to Do in Hays Country Acres
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County park approximately 12 miles northwest featuring a 50-foot waterfall, natural grotto, and swimming area. Reservations required during peak season.
- Dripping Springs Ranch Park: 27-acre community park on Founders Park Road with sports fields, playgrounds, a pavilion, and walking paths.
- Treaty Oak Distilling: Craft distillery and restaurant on Ranch Road 12 about 5 miles south, offering tours, tastings, and live music on weekends.
- Reimers Ranch Park: 2,427-acre Travis County park approximately 10 miles north with 18 miles of mountain biking and hiking trails along the Pedernales River.
- Dripping Springs Farmers Market: Year-round Saturday market in Dripping Springs featuring local produce, meats, crafts, and prepared foods from area vendors.
Major Employers in Hays Country Acres
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): Local school district employing over 1,200 staff across nine campuses in the Dripping Springs area.
- BSW Medical Center Clinic - Dripping Springs (Healthcare): Outpatient clinic on US 290 in Dripping Springs providing primary care and specialty services, roughly 5 minutes east.
- Treaty Oak Distilling (Distillery/Hospitality): Craft distillery and restaurant on Ranch Road 12 employing approximately 100 staff, about 5 miles south of the neighborhood.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain with a Dripping Springs store on US 290, the primary grocery anchor for the area.
Hays Country Acres Schools
Hays Country Acres is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students typically attend Walnut Springs Elementary or WildwoodSprings Elementary or Dripping Springs Elementary for elementary school, Dripping Springs Middle for middle school, and Dripping Springs High School for high school.
School District: Dripping Springs ISD
Public Schools
- Walnut Springs Elementary
- Dripping Springs Middle
- Dripping Springs High School
Pre-Schools
- Dripping Springs Montessori School - Montessori-method preschool in Dripping Springs serving children ages 2 through 6 with individualized learning.
- Stepping Stone School Dripping Springs - Early education center in Dripping Springs offering infant through pre-K programs with play-based curriculum.
Private Schools
- Regents School of Austin - College-preparatory private school in southwest Austin, approximately 20 minutes east, serving grades K through 12.
- Hill Country Preparatory School - Private school in the Dripping Springs area offering small class sizes and individualized instruction.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - Two-year college campus in Kyle offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and dual-credit programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Hays Country Acres Dripping Springs
Homes in Hays Country Acres typically range from $400,000 to $800,000 depending on lot size and improvements. Lots range from 1.5 to over 7 acres, with homes from approximately 1,800 to 3,500 square feet.
What school district is Hays Country Acres in
Hays Country Acres is served by Dripping Springs ISD. The district operates nine campuses and enrolls more than 8,600 students. Students attend Dripping Springs High School for grades 9 through 12.
How far is Hays Country Acres from downtown Austin
Hays Country Acres is approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via US 290 East or Ranch Road 12 to SH 45 Toll Road depending on traffic.
Does Hays Country Acres have an HOA
Hays Country Acres does not have a mandatory homeowners association. Many properties use well water and septic systems, and the subdivision allows flexibility in property use including agricultural activities.
What is there to do near Hays Country Acres
Hamilton Pool Preserve is approximately 12 miles northwest with a 50-foot waterfall. Reimers Ranch Park offers 2,427 acres of hiking and biking trails. Treaty Oak Distilling on Ranch Road 12 is about 5 miles south.
What grocery stores are near Hays Country Acres
H-E-B on US 290 in Dripping Springs is within a 5- to 10-minute drive. The Dripping Springs town center along Mercer Street also includes restaurants, shops, and a year-round farmers market on Saturdays.