 Nearby Heart of Austin Homes featured neighborhoods include ...
CIRCLE C RANCH (entire development): Alta Mira ♦ Avana-Esquel ♦ Barstow Court ♦ Circle C North ♦ Circle C West/Hielscher/LaCrosse ♦ Greyrock Ridge ♦ Fairway Estates, Enclave Estates, Enclave ♦ Muirfield ♦ Park Place ♦ Park West ♦ Vintage Place
OTHER: Aviara ♦ Belterra ♦ Brodie Springs ♦ Covered Bridge ♦ Friendship Ranch ♦ Highpointe ♦ Hills of Texas ♦ La Ventana ♦ Ledge Stone ♦ Legend Oaks ♦ Lewis Mountain Ranch ♦ Loma Vista ♦ Meridian ♦ Reunion Ranch ♦ Ridge at Lantana ♦ Ridgeview ♦ Rim Rock ♦ Sawyer Ranch ♦ Travis Country ♦ Travis Country West ♦ Villages at Western Oaks
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La Ventana Subdivision Driftwood-Austin ♦ Location ♦ Map
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Zip Code: Driftwood, TX 78619
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Austin MLS Areas: HD, HH, HW (Hays County)
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Neighborhood Location: The La Ventana development is located southwest of Austin on FM-1826 (aka Camp Ben McCullough Road). Take FM-1826 southwest from US-290W or Mopac/SH-45 to its intersection with FM-150. Turn left on FM-150 to Elder Hill Rd. (aka CR-170), then right about a mile to the entrance at La Ventana Pkwy.
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More La Ventana Info: Scroll down this page to learn more about La Ventana.
Hom es for Sale ♦ La Ventana Driftwood-Southwest Austin
The home search that follows shows the current MLS listings of Homes for Sale in La Ventana. If you see a home that interests you or want a No Pressure Appointment to see homes in La Ventana, call Jim at 512.913.1557.
La Ventana Driftwood-Austin ♦ Real Estate Market Activity ♦ 2008-2012
The table of Austin MLS data below is aimed at giving you an overview of real estate activity and home values in La Ventana over the past five years.
LA VENTANA DRIFTWOOD-AUSTIN ♦ Real Estate Market Report ♦ 2008-2012
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Year
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# of Homes Sold
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Median Sales Price
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Avg. Sales Price
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Sales PriceRange
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Avg. Days on Mkt.
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Age of Homes Sold
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Sq. Ft. of Homes Sold
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2008
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11
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$767,000
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$745,545
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$415,000-$1,205,000
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154
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2001 to 2008
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2,881 to 5,012
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2009 |
7 |
$401,000 |
$445,143 |
$340,000-$785,000 |
99 |
2001 to 2007 |
3,279 to 4,851 |
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2010 |
11 |
$455,000 |
$473,027 |
$379,900-$600,000 |
140 |
2000 to 2010 |
2,841 to 4,862 |
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2011 |
5 |
$473,000 |
$512,600 |
$450,000-$659,000 |
189 |
2000 to 2011 |
3,083 to 4,281 |
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2012 |
12 |
$459,000 |
$513,944 |
$325,000-$845,000 |
128 |
2000 to 2012 |
2,976 to 5,728 |
La Ventana Driftwood real estate market data from the Austin Board of Realtors 1/1/2008 - 12/31/2012.
La Ventana Neighborhood ♦ Features
La Ventana Driftwood ♦ Location, Amenities and Other Features
Located in Driftwood, TX 78619, La Ventana is situated to the West of Buda, TX, and is about 13 miles southwest of Circle C Ranch in Austin. This gated community is one of the top single-family residential developments in Hays County. La Ventana has three sections of development: La Ventana (the original), La Ventana West, and the Preserve at La Ventana (newest and southernmost section).
 Homeowners in La Ventana enjoy the benefits of living close to Austin, along with those that come from living in the country. La Ventana is a short drive to either Wimberley or Dripping Springs, and all of their attractions and shopping, or to those places along IH-35 in Buda, Kyle, San Marcos and Austin. Some well-known nearby features include the Salt Lick restaurant, the Driftwood Estates and Duchman Family wineries, Cabela's Outdoor sporting goods outlet, Grey Rock and Plum Creek Golf Clubs and more.
La Ventana is an amenity-rich community. Features include the Rancher's Clubhouse with its meeting rooms and commercial kitchen, three swimming pools, driving range, huge pavilion with fireplace, exercise equipment, tennis court and playground for children. Flat Creek (a wet-weather creek) runs between the community center and the driving range and tennis court area. Owners can also use the horse and hiking trails in the community. Membership in the La Ventana ROA is required.
La Ventana ♦ Builders, Homes and Homesites
 Except for the original ranch house (built 1975) in La Ventana, the homes in this Hill Country subdivision were all constructed beginning in the year 2000. Most of the homes were custom-built by a variety of builders. For a while, Mercedes Homes built a few spec homes in the neighborhood.
Homes in La Ventana range in size from around 2,700 sq. ft. to just over 5,000 sq. ft. The average price of homes sold in the Austin MLS in 2012 was $514k, giving a clear indication that La Ventana is an upscale community. These homes typically have 3 garage spaces, 4-5 bedrooms and 3+ baths.
The typical lot size in La Ventana is 1-4 acres, but there are a few larger lots. As might be expected, views of the Hill Country, greenbelt and woods are common in La Ventana. Lots on higher elevations may have panoramic or creek/stream views. The development also has 35 or so lots that allow horses. A number of lots are available in La Ventana for those who wish to build a custom home.
La Ventana Taxes and Utilities
 Tax rates in La Ventana are relatively low for the Greater Austin area: just over $2.03/$100 in property value in 2011. There are no Municipal Utility District taxes or city taxes. The primary taxing entities are Hays County and one of the school districts named below.
All of the homes in La Ventana have individual septic systems. Water is provided through a private water company.
Video Tour ♦ La Ventana Subdivision
The movie below is aimed at giving you a visual introduction to and overview of La Ventana. Click on the image to get started. Enjoy!
La Ventana Subdivision ♦ Public Schools for Students
The schools attended by students who live in La Ventana depend on the location of the property in La Ventana. The neighborhood is served by three different school districts: Hays Consolidated ISD, Dripping Springs ISD, and Wimberley ISD. Parents and other potential homeowners should verify the currently assigned schools with the appropriate school district.
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