Hill Country Charm Meets Refined Living
Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on an oversized 0.78-acre lot, this beautifully updated Hill Country custom home offers the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and style—all with no HOA. Designed to live like a single-story home, the thoughtful layout places the primary suite, all secondary bedrooms, and a dedicated home office on the main level, creating effortless everyday living without the need for stairs. From the welcoming front porch to the elegant French doors, every detail invites you to relax and enjoy.
The spacious 3,344 sq ft floor plan features multiple living and dining areas, along with an open-concept kitchen showcasing upgraded tile and countertops, rich cabinetry, and a large center island ideal for entertaining. Oversized windows flood the home with natural light and create a seamless connection to the covered patio, outdoor kitchen, and expansive backyard. Upstairs, a large bonus room with vaulted ceilings sits privately above the 3-car garage—perfect as a game room, media space, guest retreat, or optional fourth bedroom—while the home’s primary living spaces remain conveniently on the main floor. The backyard offers exceptional privacy with no neighbors behind, allowing you to fully enjoy the mature trees, open skies, and peaceful Hill Country setting. Centered around a cozy fire pit and complemented by a covered patio and outdoor kitchen, the outdoor living space is ideal for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or year-round gatherings. No HOA.
This home has been meticulously maintained with thoughtful upgrades, including:
New roof & gutters (2024)
New energy-efficient windows (2022) with lifetime transferable warranty
Full interior & exterior paint
Updated lighting throughout
Upgraded kitchen & bathroom countertops, tile, and refinished cabinets
Two new TRANE HVAC units with full ductwork replacement (2023)
Kinetico Water System (2023)
Tankless water heater (2022)
Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on an oversized 0.78-acre lot, this beautifully updated Hill Country custom home offers the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and style—all with no HOA. Designed to live like a single-story home, the thoughtful layout places the primary suite, all secondary bedrooms, and a dedicated home office on the main level, creating effortless everyday living without the need for stairs. From the welcoming front porch to the elegant French doors, every detail invites you to relax and enjoy.
The spacious 3,344 sq ft floor plan features multiple living and dining areas, along with an open-concept kitchen showcasing upgraded tile and countertops, rich cabinetry, and a large center island ideal for entertaining. Oversized windows flood the home with natural light and create a seamless connection to the covered patio, outdoor kitchen, and expansive backyard. Upstairs, a large bonus room with vaulted ceilings sits privately above the 3-car garage—perfect as a game room, media space, guest retreat, or optional fourth bedroom—while the home’s primary living spaces remain conveniently on the main floor. The backyard offers exceptional privacy with no neighbors behind, allowing you to fully enjoy the mature trees, open skies, and peaceful Hill Country setting. Centered around a cozy fire pit and complemented by a covered patio and outdoor kitchen, the outdoor living space is ideal for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or year-round gatherings. No HOA.
This home has been meticulously maintained with thoughtful upgrades, including:
New roof & gutters (2024)
New energy-efficient windows (2022) with lifetime transferable warranty
Full interior & exterior paint
Updated lighting throughout
Upgraded kitchen & bathroom countertops, tile, and refinished cabinets
Two new TRANE HVAC units with full ductwork replacement (2023)
Kinetico Water System (2023)
Tankless water heater (2022)
Listing Provided Courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC
Property Details
Price:
$1,239,000
MLS #:
7668490
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Blue Sky Ranch
Listed Date:
Mar 5, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,323
Lot Size:
33,977 sqft / 0.78 acres (approx)
Year Built:
2005
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Schools
School District:
Dripping Springs ISD
Elementary School:
Sycamore Springs
Middle School:
Sycamore Springs
High School:
Dripping Springs
Interior
Appliances
See Remarks, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Oven, RNGHD, Refrigerator, WaterPurifier
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Other, Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
See Remarks, Central
Exterior
Community Features
See Remarks
Exterior Features
Outdoor Grill, Private Yard
Other Structures
Outdoor Kitchen
Parking Features
Attached, Garage
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Taxes
$15,699
Map
Community
- Address279 Rugged Earth DR Austin TX
- SubdivisionBlue Sky Ranch
- CityAustin
- CountyHays
- Zip Code78737
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Austin as of Mar 06, 2026
3,127
Single Family Listed
94
Avg DOM
400
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,057,296
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Blue Sky Ranch subdivision, 279 Rugged Earth DR Austin TX is a Single Family for sale in Austin, TX, 78737. It is listed for $1,239,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 3,323 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2005. The current price per square foot is $373. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Austin is $400. The average listing price for Single Family in Austin is $1,057,296. To schedule a showing of MLS#7668490 at 279 Rugged Earth DR in Austin, TX, contact your Ensor & Co., Realtors agent at 512-640-9277.
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