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$2,950,000
5bd3ba4,364 sf
19505 Fm 150, Driftwood, TX, 78619
Driftwood, TX
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18001 Fm 150, Driftwood, TX, 78619
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18001 Fm 150, Driftwood, TX, 78619
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15273 FM 150 Highway, Driftwood, TX, 78619
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15273 FM 150 Highway, Driftwood, TX, 78619
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$569,000
3bd2ba2,040 sf
17501 FM 150, Driftwood, TX, 78619
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Market Overview for Driftwood
There are 2 active listings in Driftwood with a median list price of $1.8M and a median sold price of $1.3M.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $477.
About Driftwood
Driftwood is a small unincorporated community of approximately 200 residents in Hays County, located along FM 1826 and FM 150 about 20 miles southwest of downtown Austin. The community sits in the transition zone between the Blackland Prairie and the Texas Hill Country, with rolling limestone terrain, live oak groves, and seasonal creek beds. Driftwood is often described as a gateway between Buda to the east and Dripping Springs to the west, and it has maintained a rural, agricultural character despite its proximity to Austin.
Real estate in Driftwood consists primarily of homes on large lots and ranch-style properties on acreage. Homes range from $400K for modest houses on smaller lots to well over $1 million for custom-built estates on 5 to 20 acres. The area has attracted buyers seeking Hill Country setting and privacy within commuting distance of Austin. There are no dense subdivisions; properties tend to have minimum lot sizes of 1 to 5 acres. Some horse properties and working ranches are available in the $600K to $2 million range.
Driftwood is in the Dripping Springs Independent School District, which serves approximately 7,500 students and consistently earns top TEA ratings. The district is known for strong academics and has one of the highest property values per student in the region. Dripping Springs High School, about 10 minutes west, competes in UIL 5A athletics. The district also operates two middle schools and several elementary campuses. Some Driftwood properties on the eastern edge may fall in Hays CISD attendance zones.
Driftwood's location on FM 1826 provides a 25-30 minute drive to downtown Austin via Slaughter Lane and MoPac or via US-290. FM 150 connects Driftwood to I-35 at Kyle to the east and to Dripping Springs and US-290 to the west. The community has no commercial center; the nearest grocery stores are in Dripping Springs and Buda. Driftwood is known regionally for Salt Lick BBQ, a long-operating barbecue restaurant, and a cluster of wineries and event venues along FM 150 and Fitzhugh Road.
Living in Driftwood
Driftwood's population consists of rural landowners, many of whom chose the area for its Hill Country setting and spacious properties. Median household income is approximately $100,000, above the Hays County average, reflecting the higher property values and professional workforce. The community is predominantly White, with a median age in the upper 40s. Residents tend to be established families or empty nesters who value privacy and open land. The community has no formal governance, relying on Hays County for road maintenance and services.
Daily life in Driftwood is rural and self-directed. Residents drive to Dripping Springs or Buda for groceries at H-E-B, medical appointments, and everyday errands. The corridor along FM 150 and Fitzhugh Road has several wineries, distilleries, and event venues that draw weekend visitors from Austin, including Duchman Family Winery, Driftwood Estate Winery, and Vista Brewing. Salt Lick BBQ, a BYOB barbecue restaurant on FM 1826, has operated since 1967 and is one of the most recognized barbecue destinations in Texas. The area is popular for cycling on low-traffic Hill Country roads, and local ranches support cattle and horse operations.