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. Meticulously maintained. Upgrades include: 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) Financing Incentive Available - Ask for details.
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$1,099,999
279 Rugged Earth Dr, Austin, TX 78737
4beds
3,323sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.78 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$331/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated lighting throughoutOutdoor kitchenExpansive backyardCovered patioQuiet cul-de-sacOpen-concept kitchenUpgraded tile and countertops
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Listed by:
Chad Mize (512) 587-3523,
Compass RE Texas, LLC (512) 575-3644
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 3987915
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- See Remarks, Central
Cooling
- Other, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: See Remarks, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Oven, RNGHD, Refrigerator, WaterPurifier
Features
- See Remarks, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Smart Home, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: See Remarks, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,323 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: See Remarks
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: See Remarks, Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.78 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Interior Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen
- Parcel number: 1106460000004004
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: See Remarks
- Subdivision: Blue Sky Ranch
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $331/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $985,460
- Annual tax amount: $15,699
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Listing terms: See Remarks,Cash,Conventional,FHA,Lease Back,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,099,999-4.3%$331/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listing removed | $1,148,885$346/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Price change | $1,148,8850%$346/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $1,149,000-2.5%$346/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $1,179,000-3.4%$355/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $1,220,000-1.5%$367/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $1,238,8950%$373/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $1,238,9950%$373/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,239,000-2.1%$373/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listing removed | $1,264,985$381/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Price change | $1,264,9850%$381/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $1,264,9900%$381/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Price change | $1,264,9950%$381/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Price change | $1,265,000-1.2%$381/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $1,279,9950%$385/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Price change | $1,279,999-1.5%$385/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $1,298,9990%$391/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $1,299,000-1.5%$391/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Price change | $1,319,000-0.5%$397/sqft |
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| 7/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000+10.4%$399/sqft |
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| 6/14/2021 | Sold | -- |
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| 4/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+118.2%$361/sqft |
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| 4/25/2017 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/16/2017 | Pending sale | $550,000$166/sqft |
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| 1/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $550,000$166/sqft |
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| 8/22/2016 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $985,460 -1.8% |
| 2024 | $15,699 -30.6% | $1,003,730 -33% |
| 2023 | $22,618 -3.7% | $1,497,840 +8.8% |
| 2022 | $23,485 +115.3% | $1,376,910 +121% |
| 2021 | $10,910 +4.1% | $623,170 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $10,484 -6.3% | $579,520 -1.8% |
| 2019 | $11,188 +1% | $590,080 +6% |
| 2018 | $11,078 -1.6% | $556,850 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $11,253 +9.4% | $542,650 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $10,282 +4.5% | $511,430 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $9,843 | $485,880 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $9,843 | $482,300 +3.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $467,350 |
| 2012 | -- | $467,350 |
| 2011 | -- | $467,350 |
| 2010 | -- | $467,350 -2.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $479,310 +0.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $476,320 +5.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $452,410 +952.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $43,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $43,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $43,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78737
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Rooster Springs Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Sycamore Springs MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Dripping Springs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sycamore Springs
- Middle: Sycamore Springs
- High: Dripping Springs
- District: Dripping Springs ISD
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- 279 Rugged Earth Dr
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