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279 Rugged Earth Drive

Austin, TX 78737
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt3,323

Sqft

Acres0.78

Acre(Lot)

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 wind ows 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)

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,149,000

AD Id : 75923005

MLS Id : 7668490

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.78 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,323

Year Built : 2005

Garage : 3

County : Hays

Subdivision: Blue Sky Ranch

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Roofing Information

    Shingle

    Flooring Information

    Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features

    Bookcases, BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, CrownMolding, CofferedCeilings, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, DoubleVanity, HighCeilings, KitchenIsland, MultipleLivingAreas, MultipleDiningAreas, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan, Pantry, QuartzCounters, RecessedLighting, SeeRemarks, Storage, SmartHome, SoakingTub, WiredForData
    Roof: Shingle
    Appliances: Cooktop, DownDraft, Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, Oven, Refrigerator, RangeHood, SeeRemarks, WaterPurifier
    Laundry Features: InHall, MainLevel, LaundryRoom, SeeRemarks, WasherHookup
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central, SeeRemarks Has Cooling: Yes

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2005
    Construction Materials: BrickVeneer, StoneVeneer
    Stories: 2
    Pool Features: None
    Private Pool: No
    Water front Features: None
    View: Neighborhood, TreesWoods
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: OutdoorGrill, PrivateYard

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.78 Lot Size Acres: 0.78 Lot Description: BackYard,FrontYard,InteriorLot

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Blue Sky Ranch Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Direction Faces: South Levels: Two Property Age: 21

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1149000
    Cash, Conventional, FHA, SeeRemarks, VaLoan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 1106460000004004 Tax Lot: 4 Tax Year: 2024 Annual Tax: $15699.04 Tax Legal Desc: BLUE SKY RANCH, LOT 4, ACRES 0.78

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Sycamore Springs Junior High School: Sycamore Springs Senior High School: Dripping Springs
  • Utility Information

    ElectricityConnected, WaterConnected
  • Location Information

    Direction: Head east on US-290 E toward Polo Club Dr, Turn right onto Sawyer Ranch Rd, Turn left onto Rugged Earth Dr, Property will be on the left. WaterSource: SeeRemarks
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/06/2026 @ 11:35

MLS: 7668490 LISTED BY: Chad Mize, Compass RE Texas, LLC 512-575-3644 SOURCE: ACTRIS

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