5 bed, 3 bath, 2,978 sqft on 6.68 acres in Dripping Springs. Dripping Springs, TX 78620. $1,595,000. Johnson City ISD.
About This Home
Welcome to your ultimate Pedernales River retreat in 78620! This rare 6.68-acre Hill Country property is uniquely situated in Blanco County, offering an attractive 1.35% tax rate and potential for a beekeeping Ag Exemption.
The surrounding communities offer a strong network of homeschool families and resources, with opportunities for co-ops, enrichment classes, and outdoor or nature-based learning.
Originally platted as three separate lots, the property offers exceptional flexibility, including room for two additional homes—ideal for a family compound, guest residences, or investment opportunities.
Primary suite and two bedrooms on the main level, office or 4th bedroom upstairs, plus a private apartment/studio downstairs—ideal for guests, extended family, or additional living space.
The upper tier features the primary residence on a fully fenced 2.5-acre lot, complete with a spectacular outdoor kitchen and sweeping Hill Country sunset views. The middle tier overlooks the river and is ready for private glamping under the stars.
The true crown jewel is the lower tier, featuring 100 feet of private, direct Pedernales River frontage. Enjoy a flat recreational area, a private walking trail to the river, and inviting water for year-round swimming, kayaking, and fishing.
Zoned to Johnson City ISD, this one-of-a-kind property combines the Dripping Springs lifestyle with the space, flexibility, and financial advantages of Blanco County. A rare opportunity to create your own Hill Country compound, weekend retreat, or legacy property on the Pedernales River.
The sound of the Pedernales River carries into the main living areas of 471 Turkey Drive in Dripping Springs, where 6.68 acres of Hill Country land slopes naturally toward the water. This 2,978 square foot residence sits on the uppermost tier of what was originally three separate platted lots, creating a rare opportunity to own genuine waterfront property with room to expand or establish a private compound. Built in 2015, the home uses cedar and HardiPlank construction anchored by stone elements that weather well in the Texas climate, while spray foam insulation keeps interior temperatures stable year-round.
The primary residence commands views across the property and toward the river below. An open floor plan connects the main living spaces to a kitchen island with dual cooktops and convection oven, flowing directly onto a wrap-around deck and multiple porches designed for outdoor entertaining. The outdoor kitchen area provides the practical center for gatherings, positioned to capture sunset light and river views. Two primary bathrooms, walk-in closets, and a soaking tub anchor the master suite on the main floor. Five bedrooms accommodate extended family or guests, while smart home systems and high-speed internet keep the space modern and connected.
The property's real distinction lies in its waterfront access and layout. The middle tier includes a dedicated RV hookup and camping area for guests or glamping use. The bottom tier reaches directly to the Pedernales River, offering flat recreational space ideal for kayaking and fishing. The river itself becomes part of daily life here - visible from multiple vantage points, accessible by walking trails through the native plantings and existing mature trees that dot the 6.68 acres.
A private pool, gas grill, and barbecue station make the property self-contained for entertaining. Rock outcroppings, a waterfall feature, and gentle slopes create natural landscape definition without requiring intensive maintenance. The corner cul-de-sac location on Turkey Drive provides privacy while keeping Dripping Springs shopping and dining minutes away. Johnson City ISD serves the area, with all grade levels contained within the Lyndon B Johnson school campus.
At $655 per square foot, this waterfront acreage offers flexibility that rarely appears in the Hill Country market. Whether as a family compound, investment property, or personal retreat, the Pedernales River frontage and tiered land use create a lifestyle centered on water access and space to grow.
The numbers behind this insight
- Offered at
- $1,595,000
- Listed
- May 1, 2026
- Price changes
- 3, down 18.2% from $1,950,000
- Asking price per sq ft
- $536
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2015
- Lot Size
- 6.68 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $536
- Pool
- Yes
Listing information last updated October 13, 2026.
Listed by Keller Williams Realty
MLS# 9907993 • Active
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Two Primary Baths
- Bookcases
- Built-in Features
- Cedar Closet(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Ceiling-High
- Double Vanity
- High Speed Internet
- In-Law Floorplan
- Interior Steps
- Kitchen Island
- Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
- Natural Woodwork
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Recessed Lighting
- Smart Home
- Smart Thermostat
- Soaking Tub
- Stackable W
- D Connections
- Storage
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wired for Data
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Built-In Electric Range
- Convection Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Exhaust Fan
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Electric Oven
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laminate
- Tile
- Heating
- Central,Electric,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
- Fireplaces
- 1
Exterior & Lot
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Dog Run
- Gas Grill
- Gutters Full
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Private Entrance
- Private Yard
- RV Hookup
- Cedar
- Hardi
- Plank Type
- Attic
- Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Stone
- Bluff
- Corner Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Front Yard
- Gentle Sloping
- Native Plants
- Open Lot
- Private
- Rock Outcropping
- Trees-Heavy
- Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
- Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft)
- Views
- Waterfall
- Back Yard
- Cross Fenced
- Fenced
- Front Yard
- Gate
- Livestock
- Privacy
- Wire
- Wood
- Pillar
- Post
- Pier
- Raised
- Covered
- Deck
- Front Porch
- Patio
- Porch
- Rear Porch
- Side Porch
- Wrap Around
- Roof
- Metal
- Lot Size
- 6.68 Acres
- Concrete
- Detached Carport
- Driveway
- Electric Gate
- Gated
- Golf Cart Garage
- Gravel
- Lighted
- Off Street
- Storage
- Workshop in Garage
- Pool
- Yes
- River Front
- Waterfront
Financial
- Original List Price
- $1,950,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $536
Utilities
- Electricity Connected
- Propane
- Water Connected
- Water Source
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 471 Turkey DR, whoever represented it.
- ActiveListed 2026Current price: $1,595,000Original list: $1,950,000MLS 9907993
- Listed · May 1, 2026$1,950,000
- Price changed · July 30, 2026$1,400,000
- Price changed · September 14, 2026$1,295,000
- Price changed · October 5, 2026$1,595,000
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
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Price & Listing History
Price Change with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $1,595,000
- Original list
- $1,950,000
- Price movement
- $355K reduction
- Listed / DOM
- May 1, 2026 · 174 days
Zoned Schools & District Context
Lyndon B Johnson
Sycamore Springs Middle School
Rooster Springs Elementary
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% ($319K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$1,595,000
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List price
$1,595,000
Price per sqft
$536/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
174 days
Original to current
$355K reduction
$2M original
Active inventory context
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 15, 2026.
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