BUNKER RANCH Neighborhood Guide
Location
What is Bunker Ranch close to?
Belterra is located along Highway 290 between Dripping Springs and Austin, it’s mailing address is in fact in Austin. Belterra is zoned to Dripping Springs Independent School District.
Belterra Village, walkable from portions of the community of Belterra, provides restaurants, a movie theater, Golds Gym, UPS, local shops, groceries, medical offices, and other everyday conveniences.
Downtown Dripping Springs lies to the west, while Oak Hill (another area that has seen tremendous growth over the last decade) and Austin are to the east. Downtown Austin is reachable in about 30 minutes, and you can get to Austin International Airport in 35 to 40 minutes. I would allow for an hour during rush hour times, which is typically 8am - 9:30 in the morning and 4pm until 6:30 pm.
And from Belterra, it will take you about 45 minutes to get to the domain and Q2 soccer stadium. If traffic is very light you could probably do it in less.
Amenities
What amenities does Bunker Ranch have?
The Belterra Rec Center sits in the middle of the community and includes a gym that also serves as a gathering place for community events and club meetings. Around it, residents have a resort-style pool, a splash pad, basketball courts, and playgrounds, so most everyday recreation happens inside the neighborhood.
The outdoor space is a big part of the draw to this neighborhood. More than 400 of Belterra’s acres are set aside as open space, and that land holds parks, duck ponds, and a hike and bike trail system that is roughly 17 miles. Stocked fishing ponds for making memories, and homes in some sections are walkable to a park, pond, or the pool and fitness center. How close you are to each amenity depends on the section, which is worth checking against the map before you fall in love with a floor plan.
Many sections of Belterra have their own playgrounds, picnic areas and even pools in the gated portions that can be found in the west area of the neighborhood’s footprint.
Just outside the neighborhood, Belterra Village sits at Highway 290 and Nutty Brown Road with restaurants, shops, and a movie theater. That puts dinner, errands, and a night out a short trip from your front door. Rooster Springs Elementary is also inside the community at 1001 Belterra Drive, and the middle and high schools are part of Dripping Springs ISD.
Amenity access and HOA costs can differ by neighborhood section in Belterra, which isn’t very common by the way, so Let’s talk about which Belterra sections fit how you actually live. I’ll be in touch today to set up an initial phone call.
Schools
School zoning can and does change. Especially in areas that are growing as quickly as Dripping Springs and Driftwood, Texas. While the school district zone is unlikely to change, the zoning of elementary schools, middle schools, and even high schools does change, and as new neighborhoods come in current schools are expanded and new schools get built.
Something rather unique about Belterra is that it has it’s own DSISD Elementary School, Rooster Elementary making the likelihood of being zoned to a different school while residing in the community slim.
The good news is that all of the schools in the Dripping Springs School District are considered to be excellent and are very desirable. They have wonderful, talented and caring educators and beautiful facilities.
Learn more about Dripping Springs Independent School District zoning here.
What schools is Bunker Ranch zoned to?
Elementary: Rooster Springs Elementary
Middle: Sycamore Springs Middle School
High: Dripping Springs High School
Belterra school zoning as of 11.2026
What private and charter schools options are close to Belterra?
Home Builders
Who are the home builders in Belterra?
Belterra includes homes from several builders, so construction details, floor plans, lot sizes, and finish levels vary across the community and widely from section to section.
Builders commonly represented in resale inventory include:
Highland Homes
Wilshire Homes (now Coventry Homes)
Bluffington Homes
David Weekley Homes
Taylor Morrison
When comparing Belterra homes, look beyond the builder name. Consider the specific section, year built, orientation, renovation history, roof and major-system ages, HOA obligations, and any builder or structural warranties that may still apply.
Is Belterra walkable? Do people have golf carts?
Not unlike most neighborhoods in and around Dripping Springs, ride shares (Uber, etc.) are easily accessible from Belterra however there is no public transportation and currently, as of 11/2026. There are several sections of Belterra that are within walking distance to Belterra Village, however from the majority of them there is no commerce within walking distance so you’ll need to make a very short drive.
You’ll see many homeowners with their own golf cart, like you would in Highpointe. Residents use for getting around the community and to Belterra Village. Golf carts are often used to drop off and pick up elementary and middle school students, Trick-Or-Treating and participation in community parades.
Does Belterra have a HOA? What are the fees?
Yes, Belterra has and HOA the fees are $145 per quarter on average. Unlike many communities in the area, there are different fees depending upon the section that you live in, and that also affects the amenities you have accessible to you.
What is the property tax rate in Belterra?
HOA assessments and property-tax obligations can change and may vary by property or taxing jurisdiction. Before making an offer, verify the current HOA amount, transfer or resale-certificate charges, applicable tax jurisdictions, exemptions, and the property-specific estimated tax bill.
Property Tax: 2.2% - 2.6%