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#9756357, Bill Austin, Listing Office: Team Price Real Estate
$925,000 List price
853 Tom Sawyer Rd Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,987 sqft
1.3 acres
$310 / sqft
House
Property details
About 853 Tom Sawyer Rd
This 4-bed, 3.5 bath home in the highly sought after neighborhood, Vistas of Sawyer Ranch, offers privacy, acreage, and breathtaking long-range Hill Country views - all just 25 minutes from Austin in the charming town of Dripping Springs. The desirable 3,000 SF floor plan lives like a one-story, with only an enclosed over-sized bedroom and full bathroom upstairs, which could also serve as a perfect game room or guest quarters. All other bedrooms including the primary are on the main level, along with a dedicated office, dining room, and large open living room with limestone fireplace, kitchen and breakfast area. Built in 2007, the home features stained concrete floors, high vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open layout with front and back porches perfect for entertaining. Wine lovers will appreciate the built-in wine fridge and wine storage closet in the kitchen. Outside, much of the 1.29 acres are heavily treed for enhanced privacy with natural terrain to explore, creating a truly peaceful place to call home. All the south-facing windows provide incredible views throughout the house; especially in the backyard. Located in a quaint community of just 180 acreage homes, residents enjoy access to a community pool, a fishing pond, and playground with low HOA dues and taxes. Zoned to DSISD with an easy commute to Sycamore schools just 1 mile away, yet a quick hop on Hwy 290 for direct access into Austin and to the Airport. Come take a look at this unique blend of the perfect sized home combined with the privacy and views that you want from the Hill Country with the benefit of a neighborhood setting!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,987 sqft
Lot size1.295 Acres
Year built2007
ParkingAttached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Private, Garage Faces Side
MLS #5639041
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry, Propane, Wood Burning
ViewHills, Trees/Woods
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Wine Cooler
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Concrete
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Storage, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry, Propane, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Private, Garage Faces Side
- Waterfront: None
- View: Hills, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Private Yard
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $925,000
- Price/SqFt: $309
- HOA Amount: $71
- HOA Frequency: Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,901
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Park, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Native Plants, Private, Many Trees, Views
- Directions: From Hwy 290 turn south on Sawyer Ranch Road. Turn RIGHT into Vistas of Sawyer Ranch on Tom Sawyer Road. Continue through several stop signs. Home will be on your left.
- Year Built: 2007
- Living Area: 2,987 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.295 Acres
- MLS Number: 5639041
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Legacy Austin Realty
- Office Phone: (512) 468-0241
- Listing Agent: Anna Stevens
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $731,917 | $13,901 |
| 2023 | $920,610 | $9,780 |
| 2022 | $604,890 | $9,780 |
| 2021 | $689,790 | $10,197 |
| 2020 | $545,070 | $10,197 |
| 2019 | $509,420 | $9,304 |
| 2018 | $451,210 | $9,304 |
| 2017 | $440,650 | $9,350 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Sycamore Springs Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd
10
Rooster Springs Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•1001 Belterra Dr
7
Dripping Springs Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.8 mi
•29400 Ranch Road 12
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $119,500. The majority of Dripping Springs, TX residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
28%
35k-100k
43%
100k-200k
17%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
16%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Monster Trucks
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Subaru
Cadillac
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 853 Tom Sawyer Rd
The listing price of 853 Tom Sawyer Rd property is $925,000.
The property 853 Tom Sawyer Rd is a house located in Dripping Springs, Texas, 78620.
Active Listing: 853 Tom Sawyer Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 853 Tom Sawyer Rd are: Sycamore Springs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Rooster Springs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Dripping Springs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sycamore Springs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Dripping Springs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gorzycki Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Pathfinder Camp (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Dripping Springs High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Bowie High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,901 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 853 Tom Sawyer Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 853 Tom Sawyer Rd is 2,987 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 853 Tom Sawyer Rd is 2007.
This home is located at 853 Tom Sawyer Rd in Dripping Springs, TX and zip code 78620 in the Sawyer Ranch neighborhood. This 2,987 square foot home, which was built in 2007, sits on a 1.29 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $925,000.
In March 2025 more than 4 listings in Dripping Springs, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 12 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 31 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Dripping Springs, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 36.7%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 89 days, the median list price was $665,326.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.