Highpointe is a large, established gated master-planned community in the 78737 corridor off Sawyer Ranch Road.
The community covers roughly 740 acres and includes more than 1,000 homes across multiple phases.
Highpointe was developed over many years, which means the neighborhood contains homes from different builders, construction periods and price ranges.
Today, Highpointe is primarily a resale community.
For a broader look at Dripping Springs communities, see my Dripping Springs Neighborhood Guide.
As a local Dripping Springs REALTOR®, I help buyers look beyond the house itself when comparing communities. With an established neighborhood like Highpointe, the specific phase, lot, renovation history, tax structure, amenities and proximity to Austin can all matter just as much as the floor plan.
Highpointe is located off Sawyer Ranch Road, just south of US 290.
Its location is especially attractive to buyers who want Dripping Springs ISD while maintaining relatively convenient access toward Austin.
The community is also close to Sycamore Springs Middle School and the shopping and services located along the US 290 and Sawyer Ranch corridors.
For a broader look at the area, my Explore Dripping Springs guide covers the community, schools, roads, local businesses and other practical considerations for people moving to the area.
Highpointe was developed over multiple phases.
Pulte Homes was the original major developer, and later phases included builders such as Ashton Woods.
Because construction occurred over many years, the neighborhood contains substantial variation in:
That creates a broad resale market.
Some Highpointe homes are relatively modest production homes, while others are substantially larger and more custom-oriented.
That variation is one of the reasons I recommend comparing the individual property, rather than assuming every Highpointe home carries the same market characteristics.
Highpointe has one of the strongest private amenity packages among established Dripping Springs communities.
The current Highpointe Property Owners Association identifies:
The neighborhood's private amenities are a significant part of what distinguishes Highpointe from nearby acreage-oriented communities.
See the current Highpointe HOA amenities page for current community information.
When comparing Highpointe with other established communities, Belterra and Headwaters are two useful points of comparison because both offer substantial community amenities, but with different locations, housing stock and ownership considerations.
Highpointe is within Dripping Springs ISD.
Current neighborhood and property information commonly identifies:
Because Highpointe contains multiple sections and DSISD has changed attendance boundaries over time, I would still verify the exact address before relying on the elementary assignment.
The district's official Attendance Zones page should be the final source used for a specific property.
For additional context, see my 2026 Dripping Springs ISD Schools Guide.
Highpointe's tax and HOA structure varies by property and section.
Recent 2025 public property-tax data shows a tax rate of approximately 2.0321% for Highpointe.
Current listings in the neighborhood commonly show HOA assessments around $375 per quarter, although the exact assessment should be verified for the specific property.
MUD or related utility costs are also part of the ownership equation.
When comparing Highpointe with another neighborhood, I would compare the full annual carrying cost rather than looking only at the headline tax rate.
This is especially important when comparing established communities with newer developments. For example, Heritage has a different ownership structure involving a PID assessment, while Big Sky Ranch has a different tax and amenity profile.
Highpointe homes commonly receive water and wastewater service through the area's utility district infrastructure.
The individual property record should still be checked for the exact utility providers and any applicable district charges.
This is a different ownership profile from large-lot communities where private wells and septic systems are common.
For buyers comparing Highpointe with acreage-oriented properties, this distinction can be especially important when calculating long-term maintenance and ownership costs.
Highpointe appeals to buyers who want amenity-rich neighborhood living in an established Hill Country community.
It can be particularly attractive to:
For buyers who value newer construction and community amenities, Dripping Springs New Construction is useful for comparing what is currently being built throughout the area.
For buyers who want land, privacy and custom homes, the broader Dripping Springs Neighborhood Guide can help you explore communities with a different ownership profile.
Highpointe is a community where the individual property matters enormously.
When comparing homes, look closely at:
A renovated home in one section can be a very different purchase from an original-condition home in another section, even when the two houses have similar square footage.
This is where having someone who knows the individual communities and the surrounding Dripping Springs market can be particularly useful. I work throughout Dripping Springs and the surrounding Hill Country, helping buyers compare not just homes, but the neighborhoods, taxes, schools, infrastructure and long-term ownership considerations behind them.
For buyers comparing established Highpointe homes with new construction elsewhere, my Dripping Springs New Construction guide is a useful comparison.
You can also explore the broader Dripping Springs Neighborhood Guide to compare Highpointe with other communities throughout the area.
Highpointe Property Owners Association
4,435 people live in Highpointe, where the median age is 31 and the average individual income is $62,969. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Highpointe, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Thin Blue Smokery, and Educational Leverage.
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Highpointe has 1,163 households, with an average household size of 4. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Highpointe do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,435 people call Highpointe home. The population density is 4,877 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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