495 Mt. Gainor Rd. - charming 2-bedroom ranch home on stunning 30.00 acre tract on the banks of and bluffs above historic Onion Creek and less than 3 miles to downtown Dripping Springs. With very light and easy restrictions, incredibly low taxes (wildlife tax exemption in place) and no HOA, panoramic Hill Country and pastoral views, private Onion Creek access (via a shared Mesa Del Arroyo owner creekside pavilion) as well as 4250 linear feet of creek access, individual gated entrance and paved driveway to home overlooking the creek, gorgeous pastures and hills. There's an incredible variety of trees, plants, wildlife and wide open spaces under big Texas skies and with lots of elbow room to enjoy. Extremely convenient to nearby vineyards, dining, retail, grocery, entertainment, schools, churches and nature parks and preserve. Sought - after Dripping Springs ISD and abundant opportunities to enjoy the good life in the heart of the Central Texas Hill Country. Inquire with Listing Agent for more info or to schedule a private tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
30 acresLot Size
$1,099Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melanie Fenelon• Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Other Features: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), High Speed Internet, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: HardiPlank Type, Stone
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden, See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, Shed(s)
Fencing: Full
Pool and Spa Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
Spa Features: See Remarks
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 30
Lot Size Acres: 30
Lot Features: Agricultural, Bluff, Cleared, Farm, Level, Native Plants, Sprinklers Automatic, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size, Views
Water Body Name: Onion Creek
Waterfront Features: Creek
Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: Southwest
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $15,210
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $259.42
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 28.63 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hays County
APN: R15105
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Walnut Springs Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Dripping Springs Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Dripping Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
13% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
70% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.31M – $2.79M
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