For Sale

4002 E. US Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, Hays County, Texas

Angie Unger

Tel. 512.937.8271

angieungerrealtor@gmail.com

$2,250,000

An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the Texas Hill Country’s most distinctive commercial properties along the highly desirable Highway 290 corridor in Dripping Springs. Situated on approximately 1.573 acres with outstanding highway visibility and approximately 35,703 vehicles passing daily (2024 TxDOT AADT), this remarkable property offers exceptional exposure, timeless character, and incredible flexibility in one of Central Texas’ fastest-growing commercial markets.

Originally handcrafted in 1997 using environmentally conscious building practices, the approximately 5,000-square-foot building features a durable metal frame and roof, straw bale and stucco construction for natural insulation, concrete floors, and a 40,000-gallon rainwater collection system. Towering oak and juniper trees create an inviting outdoor setting ideal for patios, food trucks, outdoor dining, special events, community gatherings, or future expansion.

Located in the Dripping Springs ETJ with West Travis water available at the site, Aquadrip septic, propane, Pedernales Electric, and approximately 28–30 on-site parking spaces, this property is well suited for a wide variety of commercial uses.

Ideal for a restaurant, brewery, winery or tasting room, coffee house, food truck venue, event center, wellness or medical practice, professional offices, coworking space, boutique retail, art gallery, educational facility, nonprofit headquarters, or a one-of-a-kind destination business.

Positioned near Belterra Village, H-E-B, Home Depot, established neighborhoods, and where the future Target store is currently under development, this property is exceptionally positioned to benefit from continued commercial investment and population growth along the Highway 290 corridor. Whether you’re an investor, owner/user, or visionary entrepreneur, this is a rare opportunity to establish a landmark destination in one of the Texas Hill Country’s most dynamic and rapidly expanding commercial corridors.

Key Features

- Handcrafted eco-friendly construction (1997)
- Climate-friendly, low-impact design with earth-friendly materials
- Metal frame & roof for strength and longevity
- Straw bale & stucco walls with natural insulation
- Concrete floor for energy efficiency
- 40,000-gallon rainwater harvesting system
- Oak & juniper canopy creating a shaded outdoor workspace, gathering area, or future expansion
- $20,000 seller credit for high-efficiency HVAC upgrade
- Located in Dripping Springs ETJ with Hwy 290 frontage

Building & Property Video

Essential Info

Price:	$2,250,000
Square Footage:	5,000 sqft
Lot Size:	1.573 acres
Year Built:	1997
Type:	Green Commercial Property at Protected Traffic Light Intersection
Water:	40,000-gallon rainwater collection & filtration system (West Travis Utility Water Hookup Available at Site
Wastewater:	Aquadrip Septic System
Utilities:	Pico Gas Propane, Pedernales Electric Co-op, and Recon Waste & Recycling
Location:	Located between Oak Hill & Dripping Springs (>10 miles to South Austin, 4.5 miles to DSTX, and 3 miles to Nutty Brown Rd)
Traffic Count:	35,703 Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) and 45% Increase in Average Traffic during Peak Hours
Parking:	Approximately 28-30 onsite parking spaces, with a potential for more, accessible through Sunset Canyon South
Commercial Uses:	Coffee & Wine Bar, Event Venue, Coworking, Lease Suites, Office Space, Retail, Mexican Market, Art Gallery & Workshop
Area Businesses:	Church, Medical Park, Automotive Repair, Veterinary Clinic, HEB, Home Depot, Belterra Village Shopping Center
Occupancy:	50% Occupied

Demographics (2024-2029)

Radius	Population (2024)	Population (2029)	Growth (%)	Median HH Income (2024)	Median HH Income (2029)	Hispanic % (2024)
1 Mile	1,514	2,023	+33.6%	$126,442	$142,173	22.5%
3 Miles	20,767	27,560	+32.7%	$142,173	$160,000	25.0%
5 Miles	34,840	45,873	+31.7%	$140,322	$160,000	23.0%

Traffic & Growth Insights

Current AADT (2024, TxDOT STARS II): 35,703 vpd

Projected AADT (Austin area growth of 3.4%):

- - 2029 -> 42,223 vpd
  - 2045 -> 72,396 vpd

Projected AADT (Dripping Springs area growth of 3.6%):

- - 2029 -> 42,574 vpd
  - 2045 -> 74,976 vpd