Market Overview for North Forty
There are 0 active listings in North Forty and a median sold price of $385K.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
About North Forty
North Forty is a residential community in Dripping Springs, Texas, within the 78620 zip code in Hays County. The neighborhood is located north of US 290 and west of RR 12 (Mercer Street), roughly 1 mile north of the Dripping Springs town center. The area sits in the eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country, with terrain marked by limestone outcroppings, live oak and juniper woodland, and seasonal creek beds. Dripping Springs is approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin along US 290.
Homes in North Forty are single-family residences built primarily in the 2000s and 2010s on lots ranging from one-quarter acre to one-half acre. Resale prices generally range from $450,000 to $700,000 depending on lot size, floor plan, and upgrades. Typical homes span 1,800 to 3,200 square feet with three- to five-bedroom configurations. Construction styles include Hill Country stone veneer, painted stucco, and hardie board siding with metal or composition roofing. The community has an HOA that maintains common areas, entry features, and neighborhood standards.
North Forty is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Walnut Springs Elementary School, Dripping Springs Middle School, and Dripping Springs High School. Walnut Springs Elementary enrolls approximately 700 students in grades pre-K through 5. Dripping Springs Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 900 students. Dripping Springs High School enrolls approximately 1,800 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers 20-plus AP courses, FFA programs, and competitive UIL athletics.
Commuters from North Forty reach downtown Austin in approximately 30 to 40 minutes via US 290 to MoPac Expressway or via RR 12 to SH 71. The Dripping Springs town center along US 290 sits roughly 1 mile south with local shops, restaurants, and the Mercer Street district. The Belterra Village shopping center, about 8 miles east along US 290, provides H-E-B, restaurants, and retail. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is approximately 15 miles east along Highway 71.
Living in North Forty
North Forty has a suburban Hill Country character with paved streets, sidewalks on main connectors, and an HOA that maintains entry landscaping and common areas. Properties feature Hill Country landscaping with native grasses, limestone borders, and established live oak trees. The community is on Dripping Springs municipal water service, with wastewater handled by on-site septic or community systems depending on the section. Property tax rates fall under Hays County and Dripping Springs ISD jurisdictions.
Daily life in North Forty revolves around the Dripping Springs town center approximately 1 mile south along RR 12. Thom's Market, a local grocery and deli on Mercer Street, is about 1 mile away. H-E-B at Belterra Village is roughly 8 miles east along US 290. Dripping Springs Ranch Park, a 30-acre community park off Creek Road, includes playgrounds, sports fields, and a covered pavilion. The Dripping Springs area has become a center for craft distilleries and breweries, with Treaty Oak Distilling and Twisted X Brewing Company both within 5 miles. Founders Memorial Park in downtown Dripping Springs hosts the annual Founders Day Festival each spring. Hamilton Pool Preserve, a Travis County natural area with a swimming hole beneath a limestone overhang, is approximately 12 miles west along Hamilton Pool Road.
Things to Do in North Forty
- Dripping Springs Ranch Park: 30-acre community park off Creek Road with playgrounds, sports fields, a covered pavilion, and walking paths.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County natural area approximately 12 miles west featuring a swimming hole beneath a 50-foot limestone overhang. Reservations required.
- Treaty Oak Distilling: Craft distillery on Fitzhugh Road with a tasting room, restaurant, and 28-acre campus hosting live music events.
- Founders Memorial Park: Downtown Dripping Springs park hosting the annual Founders Day Festival each spring with live music, vendors, and community events.
- Twisted X Brewing Company: Brewery and taproom off US 290 in Dripping Springs with indoor and outdoor seating and a rotating selection of craft beers.
Major Employers in North Forty
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): Public school district employing approximately 1,500 staff across multiple campuses in the Dripping Springs area.
- Treaty Oak Distilling (Food & Beverage): Craft distillery on Fitzhugh Road approximately 4 miles south, operating a production facility, tasting room, and event venue.
- Hays County (Government): County government based in San Marcos employing over 1,500 staff across public safety, courts, and infrastructure.
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway (Healthcare): Hospital in Lakeway employing approximately 500 staff, roughly 15 miles northeast of Dripping Springs via RR 620.
North Forty Schools
North Forty is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students typically attend 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
- Dripping Springs Elementary - Elementary school serving the North Forty area in Dripping Springs ISD.
- Dripping Springs Middle - Middle school serving the North Forty area in Dripping Springs ISD.
- Dripping Springs High School - High school serving the North Forty area in Dripping Springs ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Dripping Springs United Methodist Preschool - Church-based preschool on Mercer Street serving ages 2 through 5 with half-day and full-day programs.
- Hill Country Children's Academy - Licensed childcare and preschool center in Dripping Springs offering programs for ages 6 weeks through pre-K.
Private Schools
- Countryside Montessori School - Montessori-method school in Dripping Springs serving toddler through elementary ages with outdoor learning programs.
- Hill Country Christian School of Austin - Private Christian school serving grades K-12 in the Dripping Springs area with college preparatory curriculum.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - ACC campus in Kyle, approximately 20 miles east, offering associate degrees and workforce training.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in North Forty Dripping Springs
Homes in North Forty typically range from $450,000 to $700,000. Properties include single-family homes built in the 2000s-2010s with 1,800 to 3,200 square feet on quarter-acre to half-acre lots with Hill Country stone construction.
What school district is North Forty in
North Forty is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students typically attend Walnut Springs Elementary, Dripping Springs Middle School, and Dripping Springs High School. Dripping Springs High enrolls approximately 1,800 students and offers 20-plus AP courses.
How far is North Forty from downtown Austin
North Forty in Dripping Springs is approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 30 to 40 minutes via US 290 to MoPac Expressway depending on traffic conditions.
Does North Forty have an HOA
North Forty has a homeowners association that maintains entry features, common-area landscaping, and community standards. The HOA helps preserve the neighborhood's Hill Country character and enforces deed restrictions.
What is there to do in Dripping Springs TX
Dripping Springs has multiple craft distilleries and breweries, including Treaty Oak Distilling and Twisted X Brewing. Hamilton Pool Preserve is 12 miles west. Founders Day Festival is held each spring at Founders Memorial Park.
What grocery stores are near North Forty
Thom's Market on Mercer Street in Dripping Springs is about 1 mile south. H-E-B at Belterra Village is roughly 8 miles east along US 290. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave adds Whole Foods about 15 miles east.