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279 Rugged Earth Dr

Austin, TX 78737

Name: Open House: 1pm-3pm
Start: 2025-07-20T13:00:00
End: 2025-07-20T15:00:00
Location: 279 Rugged Earth Dr

4 beds
3 baths
3,344 sqft
~3/4 acre lot
$396 per sqft
2005 build
– on site

Hill Country Charm Meets Refined Living at 279 Rugged Earth Dr, Austin, TX 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. From the welcoming front porch to the elegant French doors, every detail of this thoughtfully designed home invites you to relax and enjoy. The spacious 3,344 sq ft layout features multiple living and dining areas, an open-concept kitchen with upgraded tile and countertops, rich cabinetry, and a large center island—ideal for entertaining. Oversized windows fill the space with natural light, creating a seamless connection to the covered patio, outdoor kitchen, and expansive backyard. The main floor includes the primary suite and all secondary bedrooms, along with a dedicated home office with built-in bookcases. Upstairs, a large bonus room with vaulted ceilings sits above the 3-car garage—perfect as a game room, media space, or a fourth bedroom. This home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded, 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 and tile - Two new TRANE HVAC units with full ductwork replacement (2023) - Kinetico Water System (2023) - Rheem tankless water heater (2022) The private backyard is shaded by mature trees and centered around a cozy fire pit, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or year-round gatherings. Located just minutes from Dripping Springs' top-rated schools, shopping, and dining, 279 Rugged Earth Dr offers a rare opportunity to enjoy refined Hill Country living with modern upgrades and no HOA restrictions.

Listing courtesy of ABOR / Chad Mize / Compass RE Texas, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 19, 2025 •

MLS# 4813672 —

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The Building

Year Built:

2005
New Construction:

false
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation:

Slab
Exterior Features:

Outdoor Grill
Accessibility Features:

See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Window Features:

Double Pane Windows
Levels:

Two
Direction Faces:

South
Habitable Residence:

false

Interior

Interior Features:

See Remarks
Living:

1
Dining:

1
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

See Remarks
Fireplaces Total:

1
Laundry Location:

See Remarks

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3344
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Close Of Escrow
Restrictions:

See Remarks

Location

Latitude:

30.19499855
Longitude:

-97.99510989
Directions:

Head east on US-290 E toward Polo Club Dr, Turn right onto Sawyer Ranch Rd, Turn left onto Rugged Earth Dr, Property will be on the left.

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

1106460000004004
Property Condition:

Resale
Other Structures:

Outdoor Kitchen
Lot Features:

Back Yard
Lot Size Acres:

0.78
Lot Size Area:

0 Sqft
Lot Size SqFt:

33,976 Sqft
SqFt Total:

4,095 Sqft
View:

See Remarks
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

None
Horse:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Fencing:

See Remarks
FEMA Flood Plain:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount:

$15,699.04

Beds

Beds:

1
Bedrooms Total:

4
Main Level Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Listing Terms:

Cash
Occupant Type:

Owner
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Heating & Cooling

Heating:

See Remarks
Cooling:

Other

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected
Sewer:

Municipal Utility District (MUD)
Water Source:

See Remarks
Electric On Property:

true

Appliances

Appliances:

See Remarks

Schools

Elementary School:

Sycamore Springs
Elementary School District:

Dripping Springs ISD
Middle School:

Sycamore Springs
Middle School District:

Dripping Springs ISD
High School:

Dripping Springs
High School District:

Dripping Springs ISD

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Blue Sky Ranch
Community Features:

See Remarks
Pool Private:

false
Pool Features:

None

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached
Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

3
Covered Spaces:

3

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,325,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$7,094
Taxes	$1,308
Insurance	$364
Utilities	$197 See report
Total	$8,963/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in Dripping Springs, TX 78737 is currently for sale for $1,325,000. 279 Rugged Earth Dr is a 3,344 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. This house is in the attendance area of Sycamore Springs Middle Spring and Rooster Springs Elementary School.

Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® and ACTRIS 2025. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied.

279 Rugged Earth Dr

Austin, TX 78737