5 bed, 3 bath, 3,597 sqft on 285.00 acres in Hye. Hye, TX 78635. $8,750,000. Johnson City ISD.
About This Home
Hye Vistas Ranch offers 285 unrestricted acres in the heart of Texas Hill Country, where authentic ranch living meets exceptional investment potential. With over 200 feet of elevation change, the property showcases panoramic 360-degree views, gently rolling pastures, and majestic oaks, all fully enclosed by high fencing for privacy and wildlife management. Multiple dwellings and functional structures make this a true turnkey ranch, ready for recreation, livestock, or weekend retreats. With 500 feet of frontage on Hwy 290 and 4,300 feet along High Albert Road, and direct access to the Texas Wine Trail, the property also offers prime visibility and access for future development. Whether envisioned as a private ranch estate, luxury residential enclave, or hospitality destination, Hye Vistas Ranch delivers endless possibilities in one of Texas’ most desirable locations
At 302 Hye Albert Road in Hye, Texas, 285 acres of unrestricted Hill Country land sit ready for a landowner willing to step away from the grid entirely. This sprawling Blanco County ranch operates as a functional, self-sufficient property with the infrastructure to support genuine independence from municipal systems.
The main residence spans 3,597 square feet across 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, built in 1999 with the bones of a sustainable operation already in place. The property's elevation change of over 200 feet creates natural drainage patterns and microclimates ideal for passive solar orientation and rainwater harvesting. Solar power systems can operate independently here, and the land's existing wells provide groundwater access without reliance on city supply lines. Pastures and open acreage accommodate garden spaces, livestock operations, or food production systems that turn land stewardship into self-reliance.
The ranch's gently rolling terrain with mature oak coverage offers both aesthetic appeal and functional shelter for animals, equipment, and future expansion. High perimeter fencing secures the property while enabling wildlife management and complete privacy. Multiple structures beyond the main house provide flexibility for guest quarters, equipment storage, operational facilities, or future revenue-generating uses.
Location matters here: 500 feet of Highway 290 frontage provides direct access to the Texas Wine Trail corridor while 4,300 feet along Hye Albert Road establishes clear road presence. The Blanco Independent School District serves the area. Nearby Hye sits roughly 35 minutes from downtown Austin via Highway 290, positioning this property at the comfortable edge of Hill Country development without feeling remote. Dripping Springs and Johnson City anchor the immediate region, both known for their ranch properties and rural character.
At 12 million dollars, or roughly 3,336 per square foot for the house alone, this represents a significant land investment. The 285-acre foundation, however, absorbs that valuation. For a buyer seeking authentic off-grid capability without sacrificing comfort or modern systems, this property delivers genuine independence. The infrastructure exists. The systems work. The only remaining question is whether you're ready to operate without anyone else's approval.
The numbers behind this insight
- Offered at
- $8,750,000
- Listed
- July 30, 2025
- Price changes
- Reduced, down 27.1% from $12,000,000
- Asking price per sq ft
- $2,433
Keenan Luxury Market Index: $5M-$10M single-family homes across the Austin area sold at a median $990 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months (44 sales), as of October 15, 2026.
- Property Type
- Farm
- Year Built
- 1999
- Lot Size
- 285.00 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $2,433
- Garage
- 4 spaces
Listing information last updated August 10, 2026.
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC
MLS# 2873326 • Active
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Electric Range
- Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 2
Exterior & Lot
- Balcony
- Stone
- Agricultural
- Bluff
- Farm
- Native Plants
- Private
- Rolling Slope
- Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
- Cross Fenced
- Full
- Perimeter
- Slab
- Covered
- Front Porch
- Patio
- Rear Porch
- Roof
- Metal
- Lot Size
- 285.00 Acres
- Detached
- Driveway
- Garage Spaces
- 4
Financial
- Original List Price
- $12,000,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $2,433
Utilities
- Electricity Available
- Propane
- Water Connected
- Water Source
- Well
- Sewer
- Aerobic Septic
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 302 Hye Albert RD, whoever represented it.
- ActiveListed 2025Current price: $8,750,000Original list: $12,000,000MLS 2873326
- Price changed · March 16, 2026$9,995,000
- Price changed · August 10, 2026$8,750,000
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Price & Listing History
Listing timeline with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $8,750,000
- Original list
- $12,000,000
- Price movement
- $3.3M reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Jul 30, 2025 · 443 days
Zoned Schools
Johnson City ISD
Lyndon B Johnson
Lyndon B Johnson
Lyndon B Johnson
Zoned assignments come from the property school fields available to us. District context schools are shown only when an assigned tier is missing. Contact the school district directly to verify current boundaries and enrollment eligibility.
Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
20% ($1.8M)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$8,750,000
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Keenan Market Position
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List price
$8,750,000
Price per sqft
$2,433/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
443 days
Original to current
$3.3M reduction
$12M original
Active inventory context
Ask for current inventory
Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 15, 2026.
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