--- title: "Dripping Springs New Construction Guide 2026 | Wild Ridge, Double L..." description: "Dripping Springs new construction in 2026 — 8,000+ permitted lots across Double L Ranch (2,200+), Wild Ridge (900+), Headwaters (1,000), and the Caliterra ex..." lang: en json-ld: | { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": [ "LocalBusiness", "RealEstateAgent" ], "@id": "https://tracysproperties.com/#business", "name": "Tracy Godfrey & Herb Agapetus | Dripping Springs Real Estate", "url": "https://tracysproperties.com", "telephone": "+1-512-954-1300", "email": "tracy@tracygodfrey.com", "description": "Dripping Springs and Texas Hill Country real estate led by Tracy Godfrey and Herb Agapetus — market data, new construction, and homes west of Austin.", "areaServed": [ "Dripping Springs, TX", "Austin, TX", "Wimberley, TX", "Bee Cave, TX", "Lakeway, TX" ], "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressLocality": "Dripping Springs", "addressRegion": "TX", "postalCode": "78620", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "30.19", "longitude": "-98.09" }, "openingHours": "Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00", "priceRange": "$$", "sameAs": [ "https://tracysproperties.com" ], "knowsAbout": [ "Dripping Springs real estate", "Wild Ridge", "Double L Ranch", "Headwaters", "Dripping Springs ISD" ] } --- Tracy Godfrey [512-954-1300](tel:5129541300)Herb Agapetus [512-905-1923](tel:5129051923) [![Tracy Godfrey Luxury Properties](/assets/tracy-godfrey-logo-dark-Cp29Ja6_.png)![Agapetus Realty — Herb Agapetus](/__l5e/assets-v1/10ea6669-736b-4221-b00d-a7c813c2b6cc/agapetus-realty-logo-v4.png)](/) [Market Update](/market-update) [New Construction](/new-construction) [Schools](/schools) [FAQ](/faq) [About](/about) [Contact](/contact) ![Aerial view of a Hill Country home on a wooded acreage lot in Dripping Springs, Texas](/assets/ds-hero-aerial-BMoh-5DX.png) Last updated: June 2026 # Dripping Springs New Construction — 2026 Community Guide Dripping Springs has more than 8,000 newly permitted home lots as of early 2026, led by Double L Ranch (2,200+ homes), Wild Ridge (900+ homes), and Headwaters (1,000 lots), with additional inventory coming from the Caliterra expansion. [Talk to a local agent](/contact)[Call 512-954-1300](tel:5129541300) ## New-construction community comparison Community Scale Builders (reported) Lot sizes HOA / MUD Amenities School zoning Status [Double L Ranch](/new-construction/double-l-ranch) ~1,600–1,677 acres; 2,200+ homes planned Highland Homes, Scott Felder, Perry Homes, Westin Homes, Drees Varies by builder and phase MUD district — additional MUD tax applies 500+ acres of planned parkland, trails, on-site elementary Dripping Springs ISD Active — early phases [Wild Ridge](/new-construction/wild-ridge) 283 acres; ~900–960 homes (formerly "Cynosure" / "Wildridge") Confirmed phase by phase Varies by phase Confirm HOA / district costs per phase Mixed-use plan, open space, adjacent to Big Sky Ranch Dripping Springs ISD Active — north of Hwy 290 [Headwaters](/new-construction/headwaters) 1,000 permitted residential lots off Hwy 290 David Weekley, Dream Finders, Drees, Taylor Morrison Multiple lot widths by builder HOA dues fund the completed amenity package Amenity center, pool, nature trails, on-site elementary Dripping Springs ISD Established — later phases selling [Caliterra](/new-construction/caliterra) Existing community + The Ranches at Caliterra expansion Drees, David Weekley, Scott Felder Homes Larger ranch-style lots in the expansion Established HOA Built amenity center, pool, trails, mature landscaping Dripping Springs ISD Expansion availability targeted for 2026 Community home counts and builder rosters change as phases are approved. We re-confirm these figures against City of Dripping Springs planning records and each community's own releases at every content refresh. ## Community guides [ ### Double L Ranch ~1,600–1,677 acres; 2,200+ homes planned View community → ](/new-construction/double-l-ranch)[ ### Wild Ridge 283 acres; ~900–960 homes (formerly "Cynosure" / "Wildridge") View community → ](/new-construction/wild-ridge)[ ### Headwaters 1,000 permitted residential lots off Hwy 290 View community → ](/new-construction/headwaters)[ ### Caliterra Existing community + The Ranches at Caliterra expansion View community → ](/new-construction/caliterra) ## What to know before you buy new construction here MUD taxes change the payment. Several Dripping Springs developments sit inside municipal utility districts, which add a district tax on top of the base property tax rate. On a $600,000 home that difference is real money every month — always underwrite the total tax rate for the exact lot, not the city average. Incentives beat list price. In a corrected market, builders protect their published base price and compete on rate buydowns, closing-cost credits, and design-center allowances. The best deal is often the one that never shows up in the price. Register your agent on the first visit. Builder sales reps work for the builder. Most builders require your agent to accompany or register you on your first visit for representation to apply — bring us in before you walk a model home. Phase and lot selection drive resale. Greenbelt, cul-de-sac, and view lots hold value best. In multi-decade build-outs like Double L Ranch, the phase you buy in determines how long you live next to active construction. ## Ready to talk Dripping Springs? Tell us what you're looking for and a local Dripping Springs specialist will reach out. 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Serving Dripping Springs and the Texas Hill Country Contact Tracy Godfrey [512-954-1300](tel:5129541300)[tracy@tracygodfrey.com](mailto:tracy@tracygodfrey.com) Herb Agapetus [512-905-1923](tel:5129051923)[herbagapetus@gmail.com](mailto:herbagapetus@gmail.com) Dripping Springs, TX 78620 Quick Links [Market Update](/market-update)[New Construction](/new-construction)[Schools](/schools)[FAQ](/faq)[About](/about)[Contact](/contact)[tracysproperties.com](https://tracysproperties.com) The information provided herein is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Tracy Godfrey Luxury Properties / Agapetus Realty shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints, and shall be held totally harmless. Listing data is obtained from the Austin Board of REALTORS MLS. Consult a licensed mortgage professional for financing estimates. 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