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Market Overview for Blanco River Estates

There are 2 active listings in Blanco River Estates with a median list price of $845K and a median sold price of $525K.

Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.

The average price per square foot is $410.

About Blanco River Estates

Blanco River Estates is a residential neighborhood in the greater Austin metro area, situated in southwest Austin within the 78676 zip code in Hays County. The neighborhood is positioned along the US 290 West, SH 71, Loop 360 corridor and FM 1826, approximately 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360 from downtown Austin. Blanco River Estates is part of the broader southwest Austin residential landscape that has seen ongoing development and population growth as the Austin metropolitan area continues to expand outward from the city core into surrounding communities.

Homes in Blanco River Estates are primarily single-family residences that reflect the development patterns typical of Hays County communities in the southwest Austin area. The neighborhood offers housing options ranging from newer construction to established homes, depending on the section and phase of development. Properties in this part of Hays County generally sit on standard suburban lot sizes, with some sections featuring larger homesites. Nearby amenities include H-E-B, Whole Foods Market, Randalls, along with restaurants and retail along Bee Cave and Dripping Springs.

Blanco River Estates is served by Comal ISD. Students in the neighborhood typically attend Rebecca Creek for elementary grades, Mountain Valley Middle for middle school, and Canyon Lake for high school. Comal ISD operates multiple campuses across the southwest Austin region and has maintained consistent enrollment growth in recent years.

Blanco River Estates residents benefit from proximity to Hamilton Pool Preserve and Reimers Ranch for outdoor recreation, as well as commercial areas along Bee Cave for shopping and dining. The commute to downtown Austin from Blanco River Estates is 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360, primarily via US 290 West or SH 71. Major employers accessible from the neighborhood include Ascension Seton Medical Center and Dripping Springs ISD, both within a reasonable commuting distance. Grocery shopping is available at nearby H-E-B and Whole Foods Market locations. The southwest Austin area continues to attract new residents drawn to the combination of residential settings, Comal ISD schools, and convenient access to Austin's major employment centers and entertainment districts.

Living in Blanco River Estates

Blanco River Estates provides a residential setting in the southwest Austin area of Hays County with access to local amenities, schools, and parks. The southwest Austin location offers proximity to both suburban conveniences and Austin's urban core. Nearby grocery options include H-E-B, Whole Foods Market, Randalls, and dining options are available along Bee Cave and Dripping Springs. Comal ISD serves the area, with students attending Rebecca Creek, Mountain Valley Middle, and Canyon Lake.

The commute to downtown Austin from Blanco River Estates is 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360, primarily using US 290 West or SH 71. Residents have access to outdoor recreation at Hamilton Pool Preserve and Reimers Ranch, and the broader southwest Austin area offers additional parks, trails, and green spaces for residents and outdoor enthusiasts. The neighborhood is part of the southwest Austin growth corridor that has seen continued residential development, retail expansion, and infrastructure investment as the Austin metro's population has grown. New commercial services, dining options, and recreational amenities continue to open along major corridors serving the southwest Austin community and its surrounding neighborhoods.

Things to Do in Blanco River Estates

• Hamilton Pool Preserve: 232-acre Travis County preserve with a 50-foot natural waterfall and jade-green swimming pool, reservations required.
• Dripping Springs Distilleries: Multiple craft distilleries including Deep Eddy Vodka and Treaty Oak with tasting rooms and tours along the Dripping Springs distillery trail.
• Pedernales Falls State Park: 5,212-acre state park with river swimming, 20 miles of hiking trails, and dramatic limestone falls along the Pedernales River.
• Fitzhugh Road Wineries: Hill Country wine trail with multiple tasting rooms and vineyards along scenic Fitzhugh Road southwest of Dripping Springs.
• Hill Country Galleria: Open-air mixed-use development in Bee Cave with over 100 shops, restaurants, and a 14-screen movie theater.

Major Employers in Blanco River Estates

• Ascension Seton Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital providing Level IV trauma center services to southwest Austin and Hill Country communities.
• Dripping Springs ISD (Education): Growing school district with multiple campuses serving the Dripping Springs and southwest Austin area.
• Permian Basin employers (Energy): Several energy company satellite offices located along SH 71 and US 290 corridors.
• Hill Country retail employers (Retail): Hill Country Galleria and Bee Cave area shopping centers employ hundreds in retail, dining, and services.

Blanco River Estates Schools

Blanco River Estates is served by Comal ISD. Students typically attend Mountain Valley Elementary or Blue Hole Primary or Jacobs Well Elementary or Rebecca Creek Elementary for elementary school, Mountain Valley Middle or Danforth Junior High for middle school, and Canyon Lake High School or Wimberley High School for high school.

School District: Comal ISD

Public Schools

Pre-Schools

• Wimberley Montessori - Montessori-method preschool in Wimberley serving ages 3 through 6 with individualized learning programs.
• Hill Country Children's Center - Licensed childcare and preschool center in the Wimberley area serving infants through pre-K.

Private Schools

• St. Stephen's Episcopal School - Independent Episcopal school at 6000 FM 3237 in Wimberley, serving PK3 through 6th grade. Established in 1989 on a 52-acre campus shared with St. Stephen's Episcopal Church.
• San Marcos Academy - Private school in San Marcos serving grades 6-12 with college-preparatory curriculum and boarding options, approximately 16 miles east.

Higher Education

• Texas State University - Public university in San Marcos enrolling approximately 44,596 students (fall 2025), approximately 16 miles east, offering more than 200 degree programs.

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