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$849,000
3bd3ba2,302 sf
8705 Bear Creek DR, Austin, TX, 78737
Bear Creek, TX
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4bd3ba2,217 sf
13016 Madrone TRL, Austin, TX, 78737
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Market Overview for Bear Creek
There are 2 active listings in Bear Creek with a median list price of $824K and a median sold price of $760K.
Homes average 52 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 6 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $365.
About Bear Creek
Bear Creek is a village of approximately 400 residents in western Hays County, Texas, situated in the Hill Country between Dripping Springs and Wimberley. The community is located along Ranch Road 12, approximately 10 miles south of Dripping Springs and 25 miles southwest of Austin. Bear Creek was incorporated as a village and maintains a minimal government structure with no zoning ordinances, reflecting its rural character. The surrounding terrain is typical Edwards Plateau Hill Country — rolling limestone hills, live oak and juniper woodlands, and seasonal creeks.
Real estate in Bear Creek consists of rural homesites on acreage, custom-built Hill Country homes, and a limited number of smaller residential lots. Home prices typically range from the $300,000s to over $800,000 depending on acreage, views, and home improvements. Properties in the area frequently feature 1 to 10+ acre lots, well water, and septic systems. The housing stock includes both older ranch-style homes and newer custom builds. Bear Creek's real estate market benefits from its proximity to Dripping Springs, which has experienced significant growth, while maintaining a more rural, lower-density character.
Bear Creek students are served by Dripping Springs ISD, one of the highest-rated school districts in the region. DSISD has earned consistent TEA A-ratings and serves approximately 7,500 students. Elementary campuses serving the Bear Creek area include Cypress Springs Elementary, Sycamore Springs Elementary, and Rooster Springs Elementary. Students feed into Sycamore Springs Middle School or Dripping Springs Middle School, then to Dripping Springs High School. The district's academic reputation is a significant draw for families purchasing homes in the area.
Bear Creek's location on Ranch Road 12 provides access to Dripping Springs (10 miles north via RR 12) and Wimberley (approximately 10 miles south). Austin is approximately 25 miles northeast, a drive of about 35-45 minutes via US Highway 290. The community has no commercial businesses — residents rely on Dripping Springs for groceries (H-E-B), dining, and medical services. The western Hays County area surrounding Bear Creek features wineries, distilleries, and event venues along the Highway 290 corridor, and Wimberley's art galleries, Blue Hole, and town square are a short drive south. The area's appeal centers on Hill Country living within the Dripping Springs ISD boundaries at prices somewhat below those in Dripping Springs proper.
Bear Creek sits over the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, which means water quality and conservation are significant local considerations. Most properties rely on well water from the Trinity Aquifer or the Edwards Aquifer, and the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District regulates well permits in the area. Septic systems are standard for residential properties, as there is no centralized sewer service. The village does not maintain its own police force, relying on the Hays County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement coverage. Fire protection is provided by the Hays County Emergency Services District. Despite its small size and lack of services, Bear Creek's position within Dripping Springs ISD — which consistently ranks among the top districts in the Austin metro — makes it attractive to families willing to trade urban convenience for rural space. The area has seen increased land subdivision activity as Dripping Springs expands southward along Ranch Road 12.