Market Overview for Saddletree Ranch
There are 6 active listings in Saddletree Ranch with a median list price of $963K and a median sold price of $885K.
Homes average 9 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 2 homes have sold, with 17 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $355.
About Saddletree Ranch
Saddletree Ranch is an in-demand acreage community in Dripping Springs, Texas, located on the Hays County and Travis County border approximately 25 miles southwest of downtown Austin. Spanning over 500 acres, Saddletree Ranch features homes on one-acre minimum lots — many on two or more acres — with the rolling Hill Country terrain, mature oaks, and rural character that define the Dripping Springs lifestyle.
Homes in Saddletree Ranch typically range from $700,000 to over $1.2 million, reflecting the premium placed on large-lot Hill Country living within commuting distance of Austin. Properties feature custom and semi-custom construction with Hill Country-inspired architecture, stone and limestone exteriors, and the spacious floor plans appropriate for acreage homesites. Horses are permitted, and many properties include workshops, barns, or additional outbuildings.
Saddletree Ranch straddles the Dripping Springs ISD and Lake Travis ISD boundaries, with specific homes assigned to one district based on their location relative to the county line. Both districts are highly rated, with Dripping Springs ISD known for its small-town community character and Lake Travis ISD recognized for strong academics and the Cavaliers athletic tradition.
Downtown Dripping Springs is approximately 10 minutes east, providing local shops, restaurants, and the growing craft beverage district along RR-12. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is about 15 minutes away for broader retail and dining. Downtown Austin is 30-40 minutes east via US-290 or SH-71. The community draws buyers seeking acreage, privacy, and Hill Country setting while maintaining practical access to Austin employment centers.
Living in Saddletree Ranch
Saddletree Ranch draws buyers who want genuine Hill Country acreage — one-acre minimums with many lots at two acres or more — without fully disconnecting from Austin. The $700K-$1.2M+ price range reflects custom-quality construction on premium homesites where horses are welcome and neighbors are visible but not adjacent.
The Dripping Springs corridor has evolved from a purely rural setting into an active Hill Country community with craft breweries, distilleries, and wineries along RR-12, locally owned restaurants in the downtown area, and the Hill Country Galleria for broader retail needs. Both Dripping Springs ISD and Lake Travis ISD deliver strong academics, and the community's location on the county line gives buyers the unusual advantage of two highly rated school districts depending on the specific lot.
The commute to central Austin runs 30-40 minutes via US-290 or SH-71, which is manageable for professionals willing to trade drive time for the space and privacy that Saddletree Ranch's acreage provides. Remote and hybrid work arrangements have made this trade-off increasingly attractive.
Things to Do in Saddletree Ranch
- Dripping Springs Craft Beverage Trail: Collection of wineries, breweries, and distilleries along RR-12 and Hamilton Pool Road, including Deep Eddy Vodka, Treaty Oak Distilling, and Jester King Brewery.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Natural swimming hole formed by a collapsed grotto, located approximately 20 minutes west. Reservations required for visits.
- Pedernales Falls State Park: State park approximately 30 minutes west with hiking, swimming, camping, and scenic river views along the Pedernales River.
- Hill Country Galleria: Open-air shopping and entertainment center in Bee Cave approximately 15 minutes east, with restaurants, cinema, and retail.
- Falconhead Golf Club: 18-hole championship golf course in the Bee Cave area, approximately 10 minutes from the community.
- Downtown Dripping Springs: Historic Hill Country downtown with locally owned restaurants, boutique shops, and seasonal community events like the Founders Day Festival.
Major Employers in Saddletree Ranch
- Downtown Austin Employers (Technology & Professional Services): Corporate offices 30-40 minutes east via US-290 or SH-71
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): Local school district and community employer
- Hill Country Galleria Employers (Retail & Professional Services): Mixed-use center in Bee Cave approximately 15 minutes east with offices and retail
- Falconhead Golf Club (Hospitality & Recreation): Nearby golf club and event venue in the Bee Cave-Lakeway corridor
- Lake Travis ISD (Education): School district serving portions of the community
Saddletree Ranch Schools
Saddletree Ranch is served by Dripping Springs ISD. Students typically attend Dripping Springs Elementary or Bee Cave Elementary for elementary school, Dripping Springs Middle or Bee Cave Middle School or Lake Travis Middle School for middle school, and Dripping Springs High School or Lake Travis High School for high school.
School District: Dripping Springs ISD
Public Schools
Dripping Springs Independent School District
- Dripping Springs Elementary
- Dripping Springs Middle
- Dripping Springs High School
Lake Travis Independent School District
- Bee Cave Elementary
- Bee Cave Middle
- Lake Travis High School
Pre-Schools
- Dripping Springs Early Learning Center - Early childhood program in the Dripping Springs community
- Hill Country Kids Academy - Preschool program serving the Dripping Springs-Bee Cave corridor
Private Schools
- Hill Country Montessori School - Private Montessori school in the Dripping Springs area
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Saddletree Ranch?
Saddletree Ranch is an acreage community in Dripping Springs, Texas, on the Hays-Travis county border approximately 25 miles southwest of downtown Austin. The 500+ acre community features homes on one-acre minimum lots.
How much do homes cost in Saddletree Ranch?
Homes in Saddletree Ranch typically range from $700,000 to over $1.2 million, reflecting custom construction on large Hill Country lots. Many properties sit on two or more acres.
What school district is Saddletree Ranch in?
Saddletree Ranch straddles the Dripping Springs ISD and Lake Travis ISD boundary. School assignments depend on a home's specific location relative to the Hays-Travis county line. Both districts are highly rated.
Are horses allowed in Saddletree Ranch?
Yes, horses are permitted in Saddletree Ranch. The community's one-acre minimum lots and rural character accommodate equestrian use, and many properties include barns or outbuildings.
How far is Saddletree Ranch from Austin?
Saddletree Ranch is approximately 30-40 minutes from downtown Austin via US-290 or SH-71. Downtown Dripping Springs is about 10 minutes east, and the Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is approximately 15 minutes away.
What is there to do near Saddletree Ranch?
Residents enjoy the Dripping Springs craft beverage trail (wineries, breweries, distilleries), Hamilton Pool Preserve, Pedernales Falls State Park, and the Hill Country Galleria for shopping and dining.