Nearby Heart of Austin Homes featured neighborhoods include ...
Alta Mira ♦ Belterra ♦ Circle C Ranch ♦ Circle C West ♦ Highpointe ♦ Ledge Stone (coming) ♦ Meridian ♦ Muirfield ♦ Rim Rock ♦ Sawyer Ranch (coming)
Rim Rock Driftwood/Austin Subdivision ♦ Location ♦ Map- Zip Code: Driftwood, TX 78619
- MLS Area: HD (Hays County, Dripping Springs, Driftwood, etc.)
- Rim Rock is located southwest of Austin on FM-1826 (also known as Camp Ben McCullough Road) about four miles from Driftwood. It is about 19 miles from Downtown Austin. From Austin, travel Mopac and SH-45 to FM-1826, turn left and go 5-6 miles. From US-290, turn left on FM-1826 about a mile past the Oak Hill "Y". Travel about 9 miles to the first Rimrock entrance at Ador Canyon Pass, which leads into the original section of Rim Rock. Continue on FM-1826 to the newer sections of Rimrock. The second entrance is at Shelf Rock Road. A third section (entry is Towering Cedar Drive) is being developed.
Use the interactive Rim Rock map below to locate the neighborhood and schools, and to survey the area and featured neighborhoods and real estate around it. Rim Rock Driftwood-Austin ♦ Real Estate Market Activity ♦ 2007-2009Home sale activity in Rim Rock subdivision are summarized in the table that follows. Not all homes in this relatively new residential development are reflected in the data, since some of the homes built by major and custom builders are not listed for sale in the Austin MLS. RIM ROCK Austin-Driftwood ♦ Real Estate Market Data ♦ 2007-2009 | Year | # of Homes Sold | Median Sales Price | Avg. Sales Price | Sales Price Range | Avg. Days on Mkt. | Age of Homes Sold | Sq. Ft. of Homes Sold | 2007 | 11 | $479,500 | $491,507 | $380,000-$625,000 | 123 | 2006 to 2007 | 2,580 to 4,636 | 2008 | 23 | $424,990 | $437,811 | $327,990-$620,000 | 113 | 2006 to 2008 | 2,760 to 4,230 | | 2009 | 24 | $400,000 | $411,811 | $295,000-$632,500 | 128 | 2006 to 2009 | 2,525 to 4,900 |
Rim Rock real estate market data from the Austin Board of Realtors, 1/1/07-12/31/09. Click here to Sell Your Home in Rim Rock Rim Rock Neighborhood ♦ FeaturesRim Rock's "Away-from-it-all" Location Rim Rock is designed to provide homeowners with the peaceful experience of living out in the Central Texas Hill Country. It is located just 19 miles from Downtown Austin via FM-1826. From Rim Rock, you can get to all things Austin and Central Texas with little trouble (depending on traffic, of course!). Rim Rock is a nice alternative for families who want to live in the county, but on larger lots than are available in subdivisions like Belterra, Highpointe and Meridian.
Rim Rock Builders, Homes and HomesitesIn Rim Rock, there are two key options for potential homeowners: (1) Purchase a lot in the original section and choose your custom builder. (2) Purchase an inventory or to-be-built home from either of the two major builders in the newer sections of Rim Rock. Resale homes are also available. All Rim Rock homes are built on lots a minimum of 1 acre in size. The largest lot available in the original section in April 2009 is just over 3 acres. Some lots have Hill Country views and back up to green areas.  As can be seen in the table above, homes in Rimrock come in a wide range of sizes: from 2,580 sq. ft. to over 4,600 sq. ft. Prices also vary widely. Homes listed for sale at the end of the first quarter of 2009 varied in price from $299,900 up to $795,000.
In addition to custom various home builders, two major companies are currently building in two phases of Rim Rock. Mercedes Homes offers feature-packed homes in sizes ranging from 2,600 sq. ft. up to 4,130 sq. ft. Base prices for the 7 floor plans offered in Rim Rock begin at $302,990 for the least expensive plan, and go up to $368,990 for the largest home. Lennar Homes is offering its Village Collection in Rim Rock. These 1- and 2-story homes are packed with standard features designed to enhance your quality of life. Base prices begin at near $440K. The homes range in size from 3,082 sq. ft. to 4,230 sq. ft. A number of elevation and upgrade options are offered by both builders. Rim Rock Area FeaturesResidents of Rim Rock live just a short drive from Southwest Austin and all it offers. Shopping venues include The Shops at Arbor Trails (Costco), Escarpment Village (Circle C Ranch, HEB grocery store), and the Sam's Club & WalMart Super Center developments at Mopac and US-290/71. The community is also near the Grey Rock and Plum Creek Golf Courses, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the Veloway, Hamilton Pool and other outdoor attractions. Rim Rock Taxes and UtilitiesTaxes in Rim Rock, like those in many outlying residential developments, are higher than in Austin, for example. Why? Though there are no city taxes, the water service is provided through the Greenhawe WCID (water control and improvement district). Taxes from this WCID bring the total tax rate to near $3/$100 in property value. Other tax entities include the school district and Hays County. Tax rates and property values generally change yearly. All of the homes in Rimrock have septic systems. Electricity is provided by Pedernales Electric. Video Tour ♦ Rim Rock Subdivision The movie below is aimed at giving you a visual introduction to the Southwest Austin & Driftwood Rim Rock subdivision. Click on the image to get started. Enjoy! Rim Rock Subdivision ♦ Public Schools for Students
Rim Rock students learn the 3 R's and more at three schools of the Dripping Springs Independent School District. The current school assignments (April 2009) are: - Elementary School: Walnut Springs (300 Sportsplex Drive ♦ Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 ♦ 512.858.3800)
- Middle School: Dripping Springs (940 Highway 290 West ♦ Dripping Springs, TX 78620 ♦ 512.858.3400)
- High School: Dripping Springs (111 Tiger Lane ♦ Dripping Springs, TX 78620 ♦ 512.858.3100)
Since school attandance zones are redrawn occasionally, parents should verify school assignments with the Dripping Springs ISD. |