If you are buying raw land to build in the Texas Hill Country, the smartest move is to verify access, utilities, septic feasibility, and build site slope before you fall in love with the views. Most land regret comes from surprises that were visible upfront if you knew what to check.

Start with what surrounds the property because neighbors can change your day to day life and your resale. Around Dripping Springs, Wimberley, and Driftwood, I see lots next to short term rentals or event venues all the time, and that can mean noise, lights, and weekend traffic. It is not always a deal breaker, but you need to plan your homesite placement and privacy buffers early.

Next, confirm the road and legal access, then price out utilities. Chip seal and a recessed driveway can be great, but an interior “drive” is often just dirt that still needs road base and culverts. Power may require a long run, water might mean a well or a properly designed rainwater system, and septic depends on soils and rock. I also pay close attention to cedar stumps, drainage, and whether the build pad has gentle slope since that affects slab cost fast.

If you want help evaluating land near Austin, Bee Cave, Lake Travis, or deeper into Blanco and Johnson City, reach out and we will pressure test the property before you spend a dime.

https://chrispesek.com, chris@drippingspringshometeam.com, 512-736-1703, Chris Pesek is a Texas Hill Country Realtor specializing in land, acreage, and custom homes. 383+ sales. Top 2 Percent Producer. 63 five-star reviews., Dripping Springs TX, Austin TX, Wimberley TX, Driftwood TX, Bee Cave TX, Lakeway TX, Spicewood TX, Blanco TX, Johnson City TX, Fredericksburg TX, Texas Hill Country land