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Crystal Olenbush

512-344-6000
  • 185 Ware Drive

  • $995,000
  • 5 Beds, 4 Bath, 3998 SQ. Feet, 1.57 Acres Residential Buda, TX 78610

Welcome to 185 Ware Drive, a stunning multi-generational estate in the prestigious gated section of Ruby Ranch near Driftwood, Texas. This exquisite 5-bedroom, 3.1-bathroom home offers nearly 4,000 sq ft of luxurious living on a private, tree-filled 1.57-acre lot. Ideally located just 30 minutes from downtown Austin, and close to Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, and downtown Buda, this home provides easy access to all the Hill Country has to offer. Commute with ease via 45, So Mopac, I-35, and enjoy convenient travel to Austin Bergstrom International Airport via Highway 71 or the Toll Road—perfect for reaching Amazon, Tesla, and other destinations south of Austin. Zoned to top-rated schools—Carpenter Hill Elementary, Eric Dahlstrom Middle, and Moe & Gene Johnson High. All five bedrooms are on the main level, with multiple living and dining areas, vaulted ceilings, crown molding, and a cozy fireplace. The 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. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath with dual vanities, garden tub, separate shower, and patio access. Additional amenities include a media room and a game/office/fitness room (secluded upstairs), providing space for entertainment, fitness and relaxation. The expansive backyard is an entertainer's paradise, featuring a covered patio, in-ground sprinkler system, and fully fenced. This vast outdoor space invites endless possibilities, from creating a custom pool retreat to building your perfect workshop/shop/RV storage to cultivating a lush garden sanctuary. Recent updates include a new roof, 2022, tankless water heater, landscaping refresh, fresh interior paint, and HVAC service, 2025. Pre-listing inspection and deed restrictions available.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #8719237
  • Price$995,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Bathrooms4.00
  • Full Baths3
  • Half Baths1
  • Square Footage3,998
  • Acres1.57
  • Year Built2005
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StatusActive

Community Information

  • Address185 Ware Drive
  • SubdivisionRuby Ranch Ph 8
  • CityBuda
  • CountyHays
  • StateTX
  • Zip Code78610

Amenities

  • FeaturesGated
  • # of Garages2
  • ViewTrees/Woods
  • WaterfrontNone

Utilities

Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Water Connected

Parking

Additional Parking, Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Guest, Private, Garage Faces Side

Interior

  • InteriorCarpet, Laminate
  • HeatingCentral
  • CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • FireplaceYes
  • # of Fireplaces1
  • FireplacesGas, Living Room
  • # of Stories2
  • StoriesTwo

Appliances

Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan

Exterior

  • RoofShingle
  • FoundationSlab

Exterior Features

Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters

Lot Description

Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Private, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Ground, Trees Medium Size

Windows

Blinds, Drapes, Plantation Shutters, Screens

Construction

Blown-In Insulation, Brick, HardiPlank Type, Masonry, Stone, Stucco

School Information

  • DistrictHays CISD
  • ElementaryCarpenter Hill
  • MiddleEric Dahlstrom
  • HighJohnson High School

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Property Listed by: Compass Re Texas, Llc

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