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279 Rugged Earth Dr 
Austin, TX 78737

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$1,299,000

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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. 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) - Tankless water heater (2022) **CABINET REFINISHING** All kitchen, primary bath, and hall bath cabinets are being refinished in Sherwin Williams SW7005 Pure White. Estimated completion by 09/09/2025 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.
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Bedrooms
4
Baths
3
House Size
3,323 sqft
Year Built
2005
Lot Size
0.78 ac
School District
Dripping Springs ISD

Location

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In the last 30 days, homes for sale in 78737, Austin, TX were on the market for a median of 48 days and 3.85% of homes sold above list price.

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Interior Information

appliances
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Down Draft
Gas Cooktop
Oven
Refrigerator
cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Other
Central Air
features
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Bookcases
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Coffered Ceiling(s)
High Ceilings
Crown Molding
Double Vanity
Kitchen Island
Open Floorplan
Pantry
Recessed Lighting
Smart Home
Soaking Tub
Storage
Walk-in Closet(s)
Wired For Data
Wired For Sound
Master Downstairs
fireplace
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Living Room
flooring
Tile
Wood
heating
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Central
laundry features
Laundry Room
Main Level
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In Hall
view
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Neighborhood
Trees/woods
window features
Double Pane Windows
Energy Star Qualified Windows
Low Emissivity Windows

Exterior Information

features
Outdoor Grill
Private Yard
fence
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Back Yard
patio and porch
Covered
Porch
pool
None
roof
Shingle

Property Information

construction
Brick Veneer
Stone Veneer
foundation
Slab
lot
Back Yard
Front Yard
Interior Lot
other structures
Outdoor Kitchen
parking
Attached
Garage
security features
Smoke Detector(s)
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Fire Alarm
Security System Owned
sewer
Septic Tank
subdivision name
Blue Sky Ranch
utilities
Electricity Connected
Water Connected
water source
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  • Listed By Chad Mize
  • (512) 587-3523
  • Compass RE Texas, LLC
  • (512) 575-3644
  • MLS 4813672

Tax History

Date

Property Tax

Land

Additions

Tax Assessment

2024$22,618 (-3.7%)$70,800$932,930$1,003,730 (-33%)
2023$23,485 (0%)$283,200$1,214,640$1,497,840 (+8.8%)
2022$23,485 (+115.3%)$240,000$1,136,910$1,376,910 (+121%)
2021$10,910$56,250$566,920$623,170

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Estimated Monthly Cost

$9,029

30 year fixed·6.9% interest rate
Principal & Interest
$6,844
Property Taxes
$1,885
Home Insurance
$300
HOA Fees
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