$1,149,000
Beds: 4
Baths: 3
Sqft: 3,323
Sqft lot: 33,976
Acre lot: 0.78
90 Days On Market

Property listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC 512-575-3644 (512) 587-3523

Status: Active
Property Type: Singlefamilyresidence
Year Built: 2005
Neighborhood: Blue Sky Ranch
Days On Website: 90

Property Details for 279 Rugged Earth Drive, Austin, TX 78737

Hill Country Charm Meets Refined Living Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on an oversized 0.78-acre lot, this beautifully updated Hill Country custom home offers the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and style—all with no HOA. Designed to live like a single-story home, the thoughtful layout places the primary suite, all secondary bedrooms, and a dedicated home office on the main level, creating effortless everyday living without the need for stairs. From the welcoming front porch to the elegant French doors, every detail invites you to relax and enjoy. The spacious 3,344 sq ft floor plan features multiple living and dining areas, along with an open-concept kitchen showcasing upgraded tile and countertops, rich cabinetry, and a large center island ideal for entertaining. Oversized windows flood the home with natural light and create a seamless connection to the covered patio, outdoor kitchen, and expansive backyard. Upstairs, a large bonus room with vaulted ceilings sits privately above the 3-car garage—perfect as a game room, media space, guest retreat, or optional fourth bedroom—while the home’s primary living spaces remain conveniently on the main floor. The backyard offers exceptional privacy with no neighbors behind, allowing you to fully enjoy the mature trees, open skies, and peaceful Hill Country setting. Centered around a cozy fire pit and complemented by a covered patio and outdoor kitchen, the outdoor living space is ideal for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or year-round gatherings. No HOA. This home has been meticulously maintained with thoughtful upgrades, including: New roof & gutters (2024) New energy-efficient windows (2022) with lifetime transferable warranty Full interior & exterior paint Updated lighting throughout Upgraded kitchen & bathroom countertops, tile, and refinished cabinets Two new TRANE HVAC units with full ductwork replacement (2023) Kinetico Water System (2023) Tankless water heater (2022)

Bathrooms

  • 3 full bathrooms
  • 3 total bathrooms

Bedrooms

  • 4 total bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms on main level

Building

  • Built in 2005
  • Stories: 2
  • 3,323 sqft living area
  • Brick Veneer
  • Stone Veneer
  • Two

Exterior Features

  • Outdoor Grill
  • Private Yard

Fence

  • Back Yard

Fireplaces

  • 1 fireplace
  • Living Room

Floors

  • Tile
  • Wood

Foundation

  • Slab

Garage

  • 3 garage spaces

Heating

  • Central

Interior Features

  • Bookcases
  • Built In Features
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Crown Molding
  • Coffered Ceilings
  • Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Double Vanity
  • High Ceilings
  • Kitchen Island
  • Multiple Living Areas
  • Multiple Dining Areas
  • Main Level Primary
  • Open Floorplan
  • Pantry
  • Quartz Counters
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Storage
  • Smart Home
  • Soaking Tub
  • Wired For Data

Laundry

  • In Hall
  • Main Level
  • Laundry Room
  • Washer Hookup

Listing

  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • 82 days on market
  • Listed on 2026-03-05

Location

  • County: Hays
  • Subdivision: Blue Sky Ranch

Lot

  • 0.78 acres
  • Area: 0.78
  • Back Yard
  • Front Yard
  • Interior Lot

Parking

  • 3 covered spaces
  • Attached
  • Garage

Possession

  • Closing And Funding
  • Close Of Escrow
  • Seller Rent Back

Property

  • Resale
  • Neighborhood
  • Trees Woods

Roof

  • Shingle

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sycamore Springs
  • Elementary School District: Dripping Springs ISD
  • Middle School: Sycamore Springs
  • Middle School District: Dripping Springs ISD
  • High School: Dripping Springs
  • High School District: Dripping Springs ISD

Sewer

  • Septic Tank

Taxes

  • Annual Amount: $15,699
  • Year: 2024

Utilities

  • Electricity Connected
  • Water Connected

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279 Rugged Earth Drive
Austin, TX 78737
County: Hays