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There are 1 active listings in The Woods with a median list price of $999K.
The average price per square foot is $242.
About The Woods
Woods is a residential neighborhood located in Dripping Springs, Texas, within the 78620 zip code in Hays County. The subdivision sits along RR 12 (Fitzhugh Road corridor), approximately 25 miles southwest of downtown Austin. Dripping Springs is situated along US 290, which serves as the primary east-west thoroughfare connecting the community to Oak Hill and central Austin. The terrain features rolling Hill Country topography with limestone soils, native juniper and oak woodland, and seasonal creek drainages.
Homes in Woods are predominantly single-family residences built during the 2000s and 2010s on lots ranging from one-quarter acre to 1 acre. Resale prices generally range from $450,000 to $750,000 depending on lot size, home size, and finishes. Typical floor plans run from 1,800 to 3,200 square feet with three- to five-bedroom configurations. Construction styles include Hill Country stone, stucco, and hardy plank exteriors with metal or composition roofing. Many properties feature covered porches, native landscaping, and views of the surrounding hills.
Woods is served by Dripping Springs Independent School District. Students in the neighborhood typically attend Walnut Springs Elementary School, Dripping Springs Middle School, and Dripping Springs High School. Walnut Springs Elementary enrolls approximately 941 students in grades pre-K through 5. Dripping Springs Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 917 students. Dripping Springs High School enrolls approximately 2,564 students in grades 9 through 12 and has earned TEA distinction designations in multiple academic and post-secondary readiness categories.
Commuters from Woods reach downtown Austin in approximately 30 to 40 minutes via US 290 East through Oak Hill. The Dripping Springs town center along US 290 and Mercer Street provides local shops, restaurants, and services within a 5-minute drive. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave, roughly 15 miles east, offers additional retail and dining. Dripping Springs has no public transit service, and personal vehicles are the primary mode of transportation for residents.
Living in The Woods
Woods offers a Hill Country setting with tree-covered lots, low-density development, and a semi-rural pace within the Dripping Springs community. The subdivision includes internal walking paths and green space easements between homesites. Dripping Springs operates under the Hays County tax jurisdiction, and the area's growth has prompted infrastructure improvements along US 290 including road widening and intersection upgrades. Water service in the area is provided by Dripping Springs Water Supply Corporation or private wells depending on the specific section.
Daily errands center on the Dripping Springs commercial corridor along US 290. H-E-B on US 290 is roughly 3 miles east, and local businesses line Mercer Street in the historic downtown area. Dripping Springs Ranch Park, a 46-acre Hays County park about 2 miles north, includes athletic fields, a covered pavilion, and a 1-mile walking trail. Hamilton Pool Preserve is approximately 15 miles west along Hamilton Pool Road, featuring a natural grotto and swimming area managed by Travis County Parks. Mercer Street Dance Hall, one of the area's live music venues, hosts regular performances in the tradition of Texas dance halls. Jester King Brewery, located on Fitzhugh Road roughly 10 miles east, operates a 165-acre farmstead with weekend tasting hours and a kitchen.
Things to Do in The Woods
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County park approximately 15 miles west featuring a natural grotto and swimming hole formed by a collapsed river dome. Reservations required.
- Dripping Springs Ranch Park: 46-acre Hays County park about 2 miles north with athletic fields, a covered pavilion, a 1-mile walking trail, and playground.
- Jester King Brewery: 165-acre farmstead brewery on Fitzhugh Road roughly 10 miles east, open weekends for tastings of farmhouse ales and on-site kitchen fare.
- Mercer Street Dance Hall: Live music venue in downtown Dripping Springs hosting regular performances in the Texas dance hall tradition, with a capacity of about 300.
- Treaty Oak Distilling: Craft distillery and restaurant on US 290 in Dripping Springs with guided tours, a tasting room, and an on-site grill.
Major Employers in The Woods
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): Local school district operating six campuses in the Dripping Springs area, employing over 1,200 staff members.
- Tito's Handmade Vodka (Spirits/Manufacturing): Craft distillery headquartered in Austin with production facilities, approximately 20 minutes east via US 290.
- Baylor Scott & White - Lakeway (Healthcare): Regional medical center in Lakeway with approximately 200 beds, roughly 15 miles northeast of the neighborhood.
- Dripping Springs City Government (Government): Municipal offices on Mercer Street employing staff across public works, administration, parks, and public safety departments.
The Woods Schools
Woods 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
Pre-Schools
- Dripping Springs Montessori School - Montessori preschool on US 290 serving ages 18 months through 6 years with mixed-age classrooms.
- Creative World School - Dripping Springs - Early education center offering programs for infants through pre-K with STEM-focused curriculum.
Private Schools
- Dripping Springs Community Church School - Faith-based private school in Dripping Springs serving elementary grades with small class sizes.
- Hill Country Christian School of Austin - Private school in southwest Austin serving grades K-12, approximately 15 miles east of the neighborhood.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - Two-year college campus in Kyle offering associate degrees and workforce programs, approximately 20 miles southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Woods Dripping Springs?
Homes in Woods typically range from $450,000 to $750,000. Properties include 2000s-2010s single-family homes of 1,800 to 3,200 square feet on lots of one-quarter acre to 1 acre with Hill Country-style construction.
What school district is Woods Dripping Springs in?
Woods is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students typically attend Walnut Springs Elementary, Dripping Springs Middle School, and Dripping Springs High School. The high school has earned TEA distinction designations in multiple academic categories.
How far is Woods Dripping Springs from downtown Austin?
Woods is approximately 25 miles southwest of downtown Austin. The commute takes 30 to 40 minutes via US 290 East through the Oak Hill area, depending on traffic conditions.
What is there to do near Woods Dripping Springs?
Hamilton Pool Preserve is approximately 15 miles west with a natural swimming grotto. Jester King Brewery and Treaty Oak Distilling are along the US 290 and Fitzhugh Road corridors within a 10-mile drive.
What stores are near Woods Dripping Springs?
H-E-B on US 290 is roughly 3 miles east. Local shops and restaurants line Mercer Street in downtown Dripping Springs. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is about 15 miles east with Whole Foods and additional retail.
Does Woods Dripping Springs have public transit?
Dripping Springs does not have public transit service. Personal vehicles are the primary mode of transportation. US 290 provides the main commute route east to Austin, and RR 12 connects south toward Wimberley.