$925,000

853 Tom Sawyer Rd Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Estimated payment $6,179/month

Total Views 1,420
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,987 Sq Ft
$310 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fishing
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Sycamore Springs Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

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!

Listing Agent

Anna Stevens

Legacy Austin Realty Brokerage Phone: (512) 468-0241 License #0690376

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,448

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 1.3 Acre Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Native Plants
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $72 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,987 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Sycamore Springs Elementary And Middle School
  • Dripping Springs High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Aerobic Septic System
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 117519000H008004
  • Tax Block H

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Vistas Of Sawyer Ranch Association
  • Sawyer Ranch Sec 5 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,448

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$72 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: North
  • 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.
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure, Seller Provided Survey Available
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Living Area: 2987
  • Other Structures: None
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 468-0241
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: Yes
  • Estimated Taxes: 10315.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Restrictions: Covenant,Deed Restrictions
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Multiple Dining Areas, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • View: Hill Country, Trees/Woods
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry, Propane, Wood Burning
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Window Features: Blinds, Window Treatments
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Laundry Location: Inside,Main Level
  • Num Dining: 2
  • Num Living: 1
  • Num Other Level Beds: 1
  • Num Guest Beds: 3

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Private
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee: 71.5
  • Community Web Site: Vistas of Sawyer Ranch (https://www.sawyerranch.com)

Association/Amenities

  • Association Name: Vistas of Sawyer Ranch
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Fishing, Playground, Pool

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sycamore Springs
  • High School: Dripping Springs
  • Middle/Junior School: Sycamore Springs
  • Junior High Dist: Dripping Springs ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Greenbelt, Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Private, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Many Trees, Views
  • Parcel Number: 117519000H008004
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.295
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 56410.2
  • Subdivision Name: Sawyer Ranch Sec 5

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Masonry – Partial, Stucco
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: H
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11447.69
  • Tax Map Number: 8
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 3574
  • Tax Rate: 1.60000000000000

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $11,448 $731,917 $262,020 $580,540
2023 $13,901 $920,610 $262,020 $658,590
2022 $10,317 $604,890 $131,210 $482,288
2021 $12,905 $689,790 $142,970 $546,820
2020 $10,198 $545,070 $113,110 $431,960
2019 $10,505 $509,420 $104,060 $405,360
2018 $9,357 $451,210 $69,070 $382,140
2017 $9,207 $440,650 $69,070 $371,580
2016 $9,351 $447,520 $72,070 $375,450
2015 $6,838 $427,040 $72,070 $354,970
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $925,000 +68.2% $310 / Sq Ft
04/29/2020 04/29/20 Sold -- -- --
03/18/2020 03/18/20 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2020 03/17/20 For Sale $549,900 0.0% $184 / Sq Ft
05/27/2017 05/27/17 Rented $3,445 -1.4% --
05/25/2017 05/25/17 Under Contract -- -- --
05/08/2017 05/08/17 For Rent $3,495 0.0% --
04/22/2016 04/22/16 Rented $3,495 0.0% --
04/18/2016 04/18/16 Under Contract -- -- --
04/12/2016 04/12/16 For Rent $3,495 0.0% --
05/01/2014 05/01/14 Sold -- -- --
03/22/2014 03/22/14 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2014 03/20/14 For Sale $439,000 +7.1% $147 / Sq Ft
05/16/2012 05/16/12 Sold -- -- --
04/01/2012 04/01/12 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2012 03/29/12 For Sale $409,900 -- $137 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed -- --
Vendors Lien -- Ct
Vendors Lien -- Independence Title
Vendors Lien -- Heritage Title
Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Warranty Deed -- Texas American Title Company
Vendors Lien -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $439,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $43,850 New Conventional
Previous Owner $351,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $309,592 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $322,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $338,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $340,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $55,050 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $348,650 Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 5639041

Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

APN: R101314