196 Fossil Hills Loop is a truly magnificent 6442+/- SQFT Tuscan-style estate situated inside the gated community of The Overlook at River Crossing on two lots for a total of 4.11+/- acres. Inside the home, you will find an impressive chef's kitchen ideal for your entertaining needs with a breakfast room and full bar attached, two spacious guest bedrooms each with ensuite bathrooms, and a fantastic living room that opens onto a cozy sun-room. The master suite boasts its own fireplace and sitting room, while the master bathroom features a walk-in shower with a commercial-grade steam unit. Additionally, there are two laundries - one in the master closet, and one that provides ample storage along with a tiled dog-wash station. Upstairs, there is a 32x21 media room with half-bath. A Keith Zars pool coupled with an outdoor kitchen serve as a fantastic touch for patio living. Four fireplaces, office with fireplace, custom terra-cotta floors, and a house-sound system controlled by wall-mounted iPads. 360 degree Hill Country views!
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
4.11 acresLot Size
$292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Madelyn Bricken• Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Contact: (210) 630-3814
Bought with Mary Hernandez• Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper
Panoramic views, infinity pool and spa, designer ceilings and treatments. An entertainer's dream home features state-of-the-art security system, upstairs media/billiards rm, commercial gourmet chef's kitchen, butler's pantry, hand troweled walls, Terracotta and hardwood flooring, granite counters, gallery with groined ceiling, private library and luxurious master retreat w/a sitting room, steam shower and private laundry rm. Enjoy breathtaking views from covered porch w/ outdoor kitchen and fireplace.
LERA #916501
Jan 23, 2012
Listing Removed
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Oct 11, 2011
Listed
$1,425,000
$221/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 5, 2007
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,224 (−0.5%)
$215,000 + $1,577,650
$1,792,650
2025
$27,374 (+2.5%)
$215,000 + $1,577,650
$1,792,650
2024
$26,711 (+21.0%)
$215,000 + $1,580,350
$1,795,350
2023
$22,076 (−1.3%)
2022
$22,362 (+4.1%)
2021
$21,488 (+10.3%)
2020
$19,483 (−4.7%)
$137,500 + $956,230
$1,093,730
2019
$20,453 (+4.4%)
$137,500 + $966,330
$1,103,830
2018
$19,599 (+1.9%)
$137,500 + $878,930
$1,016,430
2017
$19,241 (+0.4%)
$137,500 + $897,810
$1,035,310
2016
$19,165 (+1.2%)
$137,500 + $878,930
$1,016,430
2015
$18,937 (+2.8%)
$137,500 + $883,020
$1,020,520
2014
$18,426 (+8.8%)
$137,500 + $843,650
$981,150
2013
$16,930 (+12.3%)
$137,500 + $843,650
$981,150
2012
$15,075 (−6.8%)
$137,500 + $828,160
$965,660
2011
$16,176 (−14.5%)
$137,500 + $661,790
$799,290
2010
$18,925
2009
$18,925
Tax history for 196 Fossil Hills Loop
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,224 (−0.5%)
$215,000 + $1,577,650
$1,792,650
2025
$27,374 (+2.5%)
$215,000 + $1,577,650
$1,792,650
2024
$26,711 (+21.0%)
$215,000 + $1,580,350
$1,795,350
2023
$22,076 (−1.3%)
2022
$22,362 (+4.1%)
2021
$21,488 (+10.3%)
2020
$19,483 (−4.7%)
$137,500 + $956,230
$1,093,730
2019
$20,453 (+4.4%)
$137,500 + $966,330
$1,103,830
2018
$19,599 (+1.9%)
$137,500 + $878,930
$1,016,430
2017
$19,241 (+0.4%)
$137,500 + $897,810
$1,035,310
2016
$19,165 (+1.2%)
$137,500 + $878,930
$1,016,430
2015
$18,937 (+2.8%)
$137,500 + $883,020
$1,020,520
2014
$18,426 (+8.8%)
$137,500 + $843,650
$981,150
2013
$16,930 (+12.3%)
$137,500 + $843,650
$981,150
2012
$15,075 (−6.8%)
$137,500 + $828,160
$965,660
2011
$16,176 (−14.5%)
$137,500 + $661,790
$799,290
2010
$18,925
2009
$18,925
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
4
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,078
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Comal County
APN
000000107317
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Three Car Garage, Attached Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19 x 17
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 17 x 13
Master Bedroom: On Lower Level, Outside Access, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath
Bathroom Information
Total Baths Composite (Full.Half): 3.2
# of Baths (Total): 5
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Master Bath Dimensions: 13 x 18
Master Bath: Separate Tub and Shower, Double Vanity
Room Information
Media Room
Other Room 1 Width: 21
Media Room
2nd Level
Other Room 1 Length: 32
Kitchen Dimensions: 24 x 16
Dining Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living Room Dimensions: 26 x 24
Study/Office Dimensions: 15 x 14
Utility Room Dimensions: 17 x 9
Breakfast Room Dimensions: 13 x 13
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Chandelier, Central Vacuum, Washer Connection, Dryer Connection, Washer, Dryer, Stacked Washer/Dryer, Self-Cleaning Oven, Microwave Oven, Stove/Range, Gas Cooking, Gas Grill, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Ice Maker Connection, Water Softener (Owned), Wet Bar, Smoke Alarm, Security System (Owned), Electric Water Heater, Garage Door Opener, Solid Counter Tops, Double Ovens, Custom Cabinets, Carbon Monoxide Detector, 2+ Water Heater Units, Private Garbage Service
1 Living Area, Separate Dining Room, 2 Eating Areas, Island Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Walk-In Pantry, Study/Library, Media Room, Utility Room Inside, Ground Level/No Steps, High Ceilings, Open Floor Plan, Pull-Down Storage, Cable TV Available, High Speed Internet, All Bedrooms Downstairs, Laundry in Closet, Laundry Main Level, Laundry Room, Walk in Closets
All Window Coverings Remain
Flooring Information
Saltillo Tile Floor, Wood Floor
Fireplace Information
3+ Fireplaces, Living Room Fireplace, Master Bedroom Fireplace, Gas Logs Included, Wood Burning Fireplace, Gas Fireplace, Gas Starter, Stone/Rock/Brick, Glass/Enclosed Screen
Heating & Cooling
Central Heating, Heat Pump Heating
Electric Heat
3+ Central A/C
Exterior
Building Information
Approximate Age: 13
Builder Name: David House Custom Homes
Pre-Owned
Stucco Exterior
Slab Foundation
Clay Roof
Exterior Features
Patio Slab, Covered Patio, Gas Grill, Deck/Balcony, Wrought Iron Fence, Sprinkler System, Double Pane Windows, Gutters, Mature Trees, Outdoor Kitchen, Glassed in Porch
Pool Information
Pool: Y
In-Ground, Hot Tub, Pool is Heated, Fenced, Has Pool Sweep
Accessibility Information
Interior Door Opening 32"+, Exterior Door Opening 36"+, 36 inch or more wide halls, Doors w/Lever Handles, No Carpet, Bathroom on First Floor, Bedroom on First Floor, Stall Shower
Accessible/Adaptive Home
Property Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraisal District
Front Exposure: North
Recent Rehab
Subdivision: OVERLOOK @ THE RIVER CROSSING
Lot Information
Lot Size: 4.11
County VIew, 2 - 5 Acres, Mature Trees (ext feat)
Improvements: Street Paved, Asphalt, Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Total Tax Amount: $14,000
Certified Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Down Payment Resource YN: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Gas Supplier: Propane
Electricity Supplier: Pedernales
Sewer Supplier: Aerobic
Aerobic Septic
Water Supplier: Canyon Lake
Garbage Service: Tiger
Location
Community Information
Subdivision Legal Name: OVERLOOK @ THE RIVER CROSSING
Controlled Access, Waterfront Access, Pool, Tennis, Golf Course, Clubhouse, Park/Playground, Jogging Trails, Sports Court, BBQ/Grill, Basketball Court, Lake/River Park
HOA Information
Multiple HOAs
Mandatory HOA
HOA Fee Information
HOA Fee: $300
Payment Frequency: Annually
HOA 2 Fee: $430
Payment Frequency 2: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Bill Brown
Middle School: Smithson Valley
High School: Smithson Valley
School District: Comal
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,078
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Comal County
APN: 000000107317
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026