Onion Creek Ranch is located in Driftwood and is one of the more accessible neighborhoods to both Dripping Springs and Austin. With all sorts of ways to access the neighborhood – from 290, from FM 150 or from FM 1826, you’ll find several short cuts to get where you need to go around the city. With homes built in the last 10-15 years, you’ll find a lot of them are move-in ready. And, with 5-6 acre lots, there’s plenty of room for pools, guest houses and even a barn! Scroll Down to Read our Onion Creek Ranch Neighborhood Guide.
Onion Creek Ranch Homes for Sale
Where is Onion Creek Ranch?
Onion Creek Ranch is located off Darden Hill Road in Driftwood. The easiest access to the neighborhood is from FM 1826 or from FM 150, making it convenient to get to if you’re coming from Dripping Springs or Austin. The two main streets in Onion Creek Ranch are Onion Creek Ranch Road and Enchanted Oak Drive. Explore other Driftwood neighborhoods in our Driftwood Neighborhood Guide.
Onion Creek Ranch Zip Code
Onion Creek Ranch is located in Driftwood’s 78619 zip code.
Onion Creek Ranch Homes
Homes in Driftwood’s Onion Creek Ranch neighborhood were built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Homes range in size from 3-5 bedrooms, 2-5 bathrooms and 2-4 car garages with 1,700 – 4,800 sq ft of living space. Most of the homes sit on 5-6 acre lots. Inside you’ll find gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite counters as well as game rooms, master bedroom suites and miles of Hill Country Views. Outside you’ll find covered porches, outdoor living spaces with fireplaces and some with pools and guest houses. The neighborhood pipes in LCRA water (meaning a lower tax rate with no WCID tax), cable and high speed internet. So, although the area looks like the country, you’ll still have modern “city” amenities.
Onion Creek Ranch Sold Data – What Onion Creek Ranch Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Onion Creek Ranch and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Onion Creek Ranch? How many homes are currently for sale in Onion Creek Ranch? What’s the median sold price in Onion Creek Ranch? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Onion Creek Ranch? How’s the Onion Creek Ranch market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Onion Creek Ranch Sold Data Report.
Onion Creek Ranch Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Driftwood’s Onion Creek Ranch neighborhood is 1.51% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.7056% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 1.8073% as of the 2021 tax year.
Onion Creek Ranch Schools
Children who live in Driftwood’s Onion Creek Ranch neighborhood are served by the Recognized Dripping Springs ISD and will likely attend the following schools:
- Sycamore Springs Elementary - 8/10
- Sycamore Springs Middle - 9/10
- Dripping Springs High - 6/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of June 2024. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
Golf Near Onion Creek Ranch
The closest golf to Onion Creek Ranch can be found at the Grey Rock Golf Course near Highway 45 in Southwest Austin. Its one of the best public courses in Austin and is only about 15-20 minutes from Onion Creek Ranch.
Things to Do Near Onion Creek Ranch
To listen to live music, head over to the Nutty Brown Cafe on 290 just outside the Belterra neighborhood. Nutty Brown is known for their quality live, local music but are also known for having some pretty big name acts play there from time to time. If you like olive oil and wine tasting, head over to The Bella Vista Ranch which is an especially cool place to take out of town guests.
Places to Eat Near Onion Creek Ranch
The most well known restaurant near Onion Creek Ranch is Salt Lick Barbecue in Driftwood. They’re most known for their BBQ restaurant but they also host weddings and special events. For a sports bar, try the Stadium Restaurant on 290. If you like wings, make sure to go on Thursday for their 49 cent wing night. For a taste of pretty much everything, try the Canyon Grill. They’re especially popular for their Chinese takeout.
Shopping Near Onion Creek Ranch
The nearest grocery shopping to Onion Creek Ranch can be found at the H-E-B in Dripping Springs. Its a brand new store and has a huge selection. If you’re coming from Austin, you can try the H-E-B in Escarpment Village near Circle C. Its another new store with many Central Market products. For Walmart, head to 290 near Sunset Valley. For Costco, try the one on William Cannon and MoPac in Southwest Austin.
Where to Work Out – Gyms Near Onion Creek Ranch
As far as gyms go, most of your choices are going to be found in Dripping Springs or along 290. The closest gym can be found at the Boudreaux Power House on 290. They have a full service gym with tons of equipment and even a child watch center. For a women’s only gym, check out Curves in Dripping Springs. If you’re looking for a family gym, try the YMCA in Dripping Springs. If you’re looking for a country club atmosphere (without the golf) try the Polo Tennis and Fitness Club directly north of Onion Creek Ranch on 290.
Driftwood Realtor Specializing in Onion Creek Ranch
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Driftwood Realtors specializing in Onion Creek Ranch homes. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Onion Creek Ranch, Rebecca and Raymond know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Onion Creek Ranch and Selling a Home in Onion Creek Ranch.