Homes in Dripping Springs
Dripping Springs mixes acreage homes, ranch properties and newer master planned communities such as Headwaters, Caliterra and Belterra. Owners here build pools, outdoor living spaces, detached garages and shops, guest houses and custom homes.
Neighborhoods we serve include Headwaters, Caliterra, Belterra, Historic Mercer Street and the rest of Dripping Springs.
Dripping Springs housing at a glance
Most homes in Dripping Springs (84%) were built in 2000 or later, and the median home dates from 2013. Projects here are usually upgrades to builder grade finishes, outdoor living and added space rather than replacing worn out systems.
| Measure | Dripping Springs | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 2013 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 4% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 84% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 54% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 49% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $635,600 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 3,127 | 1,042,843 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5 year estimates 2020–2024. Figures include apartments and condos and are survey estimates.
The ground and climate
Hill Country limestone over the Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. Many properties rely on wells and on site septic systems, so pools, additions and garages are placed to clear the drain field.
Permits and local rules
The City of Dripping Springs is an International Dark Sky Community, so outdoor lighting is shielded and pointed down. Outside city limits, Hays County handles septic and floodplain permits but there is generally no county building permit, so builders follow code without city inspections.
See our Dripping Springs permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Dripping Springs
- Custom homes on acreage
- Pools on rocky lots
- Detached garages, shops and guest houses
- Covered patios with dark sky friendly lighting
Services available in Dripping Springs
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Whole Home Renovation
- Room Additions & ADUs
- Custom Home Building
- Garage Conversions
- Garage Construction
- Decks & Patio Covers
- Pool Construction & Remodeling
- Investor & Rental Renovations
ZIP codes
78620
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Dripping Springs?
Yes. Dripping Springs is part of our service area, about 22 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Dripping Springs?
Yes. The City of Dripping Springs is an International Dark Sky Community, so outdoor lighting is shielded and pointed down. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Dripping Springs?
Common projects here include custom homes on acreage, pools on rocky lots, detached garages, shops and guest houses, covered patios with dark sky friendly lighting. We also handle every other service on our list.