PARTEN Neighborhood Profile
Location
Parten is located along FM 1826 in Driftwood - technically, southwest Austin, directly across from the Rim Rock subdivision and just minutes from Dripping Springs.
The community offers quick access to Highway 290, making commutes into downtown Austin or the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport convenient. Everyday essentials are close by, with H-E-B, shopping, and dining options available in both Dripping Springs and Belterra Village. The neighborhood is also within the acclaimed Dripping Springs Independent School District, adding to its appeal for families. Surrounded by Hill Country scenery, Parten provides a peaceful setting while keeping residents connected to the best of Austin and Dripping Springs living.
Distance to Points of Interest
Downtown Austin: 20 miles
The Domain: 30 miles
Belterra: 6 miles
Kyle:19 miles
HEB: 6 miles
Cypress Springs Elem. 2 miles
Buda:15 miles
Downtown Austin: 6 miles
Sycamore Springs Mid. 4 miles
San Marcos: 30 miles
ABIA (Int’ Airport): 25 miles
D.S. High School: 11 miles
Home Builders
Highland Homes is known for award-winning designs that blend modern features with timeless Hill Country architecture, making them a top choice for buyers in Parten. With a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and energy-efficient building practices, Highland Homes creates residences that offer comfort, style, and long-term value.
Perry Homes brings over 50 years of experience to Parten, offering elegant floor plans with open layouts and high-end finishes tailored to today’s lifestyle. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and innovative design has made Perry Homes one of Texas’ most trusted homebuilders.
Taylor Morrison builds thoughtfully designed homes in Parten that balance beauty, function, and flexibility to meet the needs of modern families. Recognized nationally as a leading homebuilder, Taylor Morrison delivers exceptional quality and communities that enhance everyday living.
La Ventana offers residents an exceptional array of amenities designed to complement the Hill Country lifestyle.
The community features resort-style swimming pools, perfect for both relaxation and recreation during warm Texas days. At the heart of the neighborhood is a large and beautifully designed clubhouse, complete with elegant interior gathering spaces and expansive outdoor entertaining areas ideal for hosting events or socializing with neighbors.
Families enjoy multiple parks and well-maintained playgrounds that provide safe, inviting spaces for children to play and explore. Scenic walking trails and natural landscapes further enhance the appeal, encouraging an active and connected lifestyle. These thoughtfully planned amenities make La Ventana not just a place to live, but a welcoming community where residents can thrive.
Amenities
HOA Fees & Property Tax
HOA fees: $225 per quarter
Property Tax Rate: 2.6%
Schools
Parten is one of several communities in Driftwood that will directly benefit from the passing of the 2025 Bond enabling the construction of the new DSISD High School which will be located less than 2 miles from Parten’s neighborhood entrance.
Cypress Springs Elementary
Cypress Springs Elementary is one of six elementary schools in Dripping Springs Independent School District. At this time our enrollment is 665 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.
Address
11091 Darden Hill Road
Driftwood, TX 78619
Phone
512.465.6187
Sycamore Springs Middle School
Sycamore Springs Middle School serves students in sixth through eighth grades. Initially, it is designed for 1,016 students, but has the potential to expand to 1,200 students with an additional wing. We ensure our learners grow their unique talents through future-ready experiences that inspire collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, resilience, and compassion. We foster an enduring, intellectual curiosity that empowers learners to understand and positively impact their local and global communities.
Address
14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd.
Austin, TX 78737
Phone
512.858.3600
Dripping Springs High School
The current Dripping Springs High School is a comprehensive public high school consisting of Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. The enrollment is approximately 2,484 students. In recent years, approximately 94 percent of students have indicated plans to attend either a two-year or four-year post-secondary institution. Dripping Springs High School is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency and is rated as a Recognized High School by the Texas Education Agency on the Academic Excellence Indicator System.
Address
940 Highway 290 West
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Phone
512.858.3100
The Historic Ranch Land
At Parten, history is a huge part of our story. Parten is all about preserving the nature that has lived here for decades before building started. You will notice some goat tracks on the sidewalk near the entryway. Those friendly guests of Parten were included in the purchase of the land. There are tons of surprises awaiting you as you make your way around the community, such as the pear tree that was planted by relatives of the founding family years back, oak trees with huge grape vines covering them (which still produce fruit by the way) and a huge cement heart on the ground near the creek which was created decades ago for family outings. These are just a few of the fun details that help make Parten different from anywhere else.
