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The chef’s kitchen is a showstopper with granite counters, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, pot filler, center island, breakfast bar,...Discover your Hill Country dream on this private 1.57-acre gated estate in the exclusive section of Ruby Ranch. Nearly 4,000 sq ft of versatile main-level living includes 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, vaulted ceilings, crown molding, and a cozy fireplace. All bedrooms are on the main floor, plus a media and flex rooms with a half bath upstairs for office, gym, or play.
The chef’s kitchen is a showstopper with granite counters, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, pot filler, center island, breakfast bar, and walk-in pantry. The primary suite is a serene retreat with spa-style bath, walk-in closet, and patio access.
Step outside to an entertainer’s paradise—covered patio, lush landscaping, sprinkler system, and fully fenced yard with plenty of space for a custom pool, workshop, RV storage, or dream garden.
Recent updates: new roof (2022), tankless water heater, new AC unit, fresh paint (2025), and landscaping refresh. Zoned to top-rated Hays CISD schools and just 30 minutes from downtown Austin, with easy access to Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Buda, and major highways. Pre-listing inspection with noted repairs and deed restrictions available upon request.
Homes like this in Ruby Ranch sell fast—schedule your private tour today!
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Property Details for 185 Ware Drive
Property Details for 185 Ware Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 8719237 |
| Days on Market | 133 |
| Taxes | $14,165 / year |
| HOA Fees | $925 / year |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 2005 |
| Lot Size | 1.57 AC / 68,345 SF |
| County | Hays County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Location
Sold By Spyglass Realty, Jason Soto, TREC #0569695
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Building Information for 185 Ware Drive
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$5,639 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$4,382
$1,180
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Property Information for 185 Ware Drive
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Total: 6
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Guest, Private, Garage Faces Side
- Garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Interior Features: Tray Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, French Doors Atrium Doors, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Master, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Appliances: BuiltInGasOven, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, GasCooktop, Disposal, Microwave, WaterSoftenerOwned, StainlessSteelAppliances, VentedExhaustFan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
- Laundry Features: MainLevel, LaundryRoom, WasherHookup, GasDryerHookup
- Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://youriguide.com/185_ware_dr_buda_tx/
- Virtual Tour URL Branded 2: https://vimeo.com/1092807146/db482677eb
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://youriguide.com/185_ware_dr_buda_tx/
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2: https://vimeo.com/1092807146/db482677eb
- Restrictions: DeedRestrictions
- Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- New Construction: No
- Construction Materials: Blown In Insulation, Brick, Hardiplank Type, Masonry, Stone, Stucco
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Roof: Shingle
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
- Direction Faces: West
- Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, PlantationShutters, Screens
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
- Community Features: Gated
- FEMA Flood Plain: No
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Private, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Ground, Trees Medium Size
- Horse: No
- Horse Amenities: None
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans
- Heating YN: Yes
- Heating: Central
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Water Connected
- Room Type: BonusRoom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Description: This extra space near the media room can be used as an office, craft room, exercise room, game room or a combination. This space is located on the second floor with a window and the half bar close by.
- Room Type: MediaRoom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Features: SoundSystem, WiredForSound
- Room Description: Ready to watch the big game or an afternoon movie, projected on a large screen in comfy chairs! Media Room is located on the second level with extra bonus space and a half bath.
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: BreakfastArea, CrownMolding, DiningArea, EatInKitchen, GraniteCounters, GourmetKitchen, KitchenIsland, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, Pantry
- Room Description: Chef's kitchen is a culinary dream, equipped with granite countertops, a center island, breakfast bar, gas cooktop, SS appliances, pot filler, eat in kitchen and a walk-in pantry. T
- Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: Chandelier, DoubleVanity, EnSuiteBathroom, GraniteCounters, GardenTubRomanTub, SeparateShower, WalkInClosets
- Room Description: Brightly lit Primary Bathroom with large dual vanity area and separate shower and garden tub. Easy access to the large primary bedroom closet with a hidden corner to easily drop your laundry through the shoot to the laundry room.
- Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: CeilingFans, Chandelier, CrownMolding, CofferedCeilings, HighCeilings
- Room Description: Gorgeous Primary Bedroom on main level facing the private backyard and easy access to the covered patio from the Primary Bedroom. Primary Bedroom has a lovely seating by the large windows offering a wonderful space for a morning coffee or an afternoon tea.
- Permission: IDX
- Permission: IDX
- Permission: IDX
- Permission: IDX
- Permission: IDX
- Association: Yes
- Association Name: Ruby Ranch HOA
- Association Fee Includes: MaintenanceGrounds
- Tax Assessed Value: $798,600
- Additional Parcels: No
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Rate: 1.77%
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Directions: From FM Road 1626 South at Loop 45, take RIGHT on FM 967 and go about 3 miles to entrance to Ruby Ranch on the LEFT, Turn LEFT on Ruby Ranch Rd., TURN RIGHT ON LABENSKI DR, gate is on Labenski Dr. Enter gate Turn Left on W Bartlett, Right on Story, Left on Ware and house is second on the left. NOTE: Google Maps will have your turn on W Bartlett Drive and the gate will not open/no keypad there.
Property History for 185 Ware Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | — | |
| 10/10/2025 | $899,000 | |
| 10/10/2025 | — | |
| 08/13/2025 | $925,000 | |
| 07/21/2025 | $969,999 | |
| 05/30/2025 | $995,000 | |
| 03/08/2018 | — | |
| 02/19/2018 | Pending ACTRIS #8085986 | $559,900 |
| 01/07/2018 | $559,900 | |
| 01/06/2018 | $559,900 | |
| 12/01/2017 | $459,900 | |
| 11/30/2017 | $559,900 | |
| 03/09/2017 | $599,900 | |
| 12/04/2016 | $589,900 | |
| 05/12/2016 | $679,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 185 Ware Drive
Schools near 185 Ware Drive
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Carpenter Hill Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Moe and Gene Johnson High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Live Oak Academy Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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