Homes in Spicewood
Spicewood stretches west of Lake Travis toward the Pedernales River, across Travis, Burnet and Blanco counties. Homes range from lake houses and ranch properties to custom homes on acreage, near Krause Springs and the area's wineries.
Neighborhoods we serve include the Village of Briarcliff, the Pedernales River area and the rest of Spicewood.
Spicewood housing at a glance
Housing in Spicewood is a mix of ages: 12% of homes were built before 1980 and 59% since 2000, with a median year built of 2003. The right plan depends on the age of your house.
92% of homes in Spicewood are owner occupied, well above the metro rate of 58%.
| Measure | Spicewood | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 2003 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 12% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 59% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 86% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 92% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $671,000 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 6,183 | 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 with thin soil. Most properties rely on wells and on site septic systems.
Permits and local rules
Most of Spicewood is unincorporated, so county septic and floodplain rules apply, and the Lower Colorado River Authority regulates development near the Highland Lakes. The Village of Briarcliff has its own rules inside its limits.
See our Travis County permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Spicewood
- Custom homes on acreage
- Garages, shops and guest houses
- Decks and outdoor living
- Lake home renovations
Services available in Spicewood
- 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
78669
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Spicewood?
Yes. Spicewood is part of our service area, about 23 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Spicewood?
Yes. Most of Spicewood is unincorporated, so county septic and floodplain rules apply, and the Lower Colorado River Authority regulates development near the Highland Lakes. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Spicewood?
Common projects here include custom homes on acreage, garages, shops and guest houses, decks and outdoor living, lake home renovations. We also handle every other service on our list.