Moving to Dripping Springs Without the Regret

Dripping Springs can be a dream move, but only if you choose the neighborhood and lifestyle first, then the house. The biggest mistake I see is people falling in love with a floor plan, then getting surprised by commute pain, school logistics, rural utilities, and the day to day reality of Hill Country living.

Dripping Springs has everything from entry level neighborhoods to lots that cost seven figures. If you want acreage and privacy, you can find it from the west side of Dripping Springs out toward Johnson City, but that often means wells or rainwater systems, septic, and more wildlife than most people expect. If you want sidewalks, pools, trails, and a tighter suburban feel, you are usually looking closer to the Highway 290 corridor toward Austin, with higher taxes in many newer developments.

Commute and school routes matter more than people admit. The 290 and Ranch Road 12 intersection can stack up fast, especially around school drop off and pickup. Schools are a major reason families move here, but not every campus fits every kid the same way, and boundaries can shift as new schools open.

Water is a real decision point. Some homes have municipal water, others rely on wells or rainwater. Septic systems vary and some require scheduled maintenance. These are not deal breakers, but you need to know what you are willing to manage before you buy.

If you want a straight plan for evaluating neighborhoods, commute, schools, and utilities in Dripping Springs, reach me at https://chrispesek.com, chris@drippingspringshometeam.com, or 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, Austin, Texas Hill Country, Wimberley, Blanco, Johnson City, Fredericksburg, Marble Falls, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Spicewood, San Antonio Hill Country