Quick Facts
About Santa Rita Ranch
Santa Rita Ranch is Liberty Hill's premier master-planned community and one of the most decorated residential developments in all of Central Texas — the community has won multiple national and regional awards for its resort amenities and planning excellence. Built by a consortium of national and regional builders on 3,500+ acres, Santa Rita Ranch delivers an amenity package that rivals resort destinations: multiple pools including a lazy river, water slides, a full fitness complex, tennis courts, sports fields, and a lifestyle director who coordinates a packed annual events calendar. The community's Hill Country setting provides natural drama — rolling terrain, creek corridors, and live oak groves that form a backdrop for a genuinely aspirational lifestyle. Liberty Hill ISD schools serve the community, and the district has invested heavily in new facilities to serve the growth wave. The tradeoff is commute time: Austin is 45–55 minutes away, and the Domain closer to 40. For buyers who prioritize lifestyle over proximity, Santa Rita Ranch is the clear choice in the Hill Country northwest corridor.
Schools Serving Santa Rita Ranch
Santa Rita Ranch is zoned to Liberty Hill ISD. The following campuses serve this community:
Santa Rita Ranch Amenities
- ✓Lazy river and multiple pools
- ✓Water slides
- ✓Full fitness complex
- ✓Tennis and pickleball courts
- ✓Sports fields
- ✓Dog park
- ✓Community garden
- ✓Lifestyle director and full events calendar
- ✓Hike and bike trails
- ✓Creek greenbelts
Nearby Parks
- ✓San Gabriel River access
- ✓Liberty Hill Community Park
- ✓Camp Gabriel
Home Prices & Builders
Prices reflect the current Liberty Hill market as of 2026 and fluctuate with interest rates, inventory, and builder incentives. Contact Joe for the current new construction price sheet or to pull resale comparables for any specific address.
Commute Times from Santa Rita Ranch
Commute times are estimates based on typical non-peak conditions. Peak morning commute (7:30–9:00 AM) can add 10–20 minutes. 183A toll charges apply; budget approximately $5–$8/day for a round-trip commute depending on entry/exit points.
Property Tax in Santa Rita Ranch
Santa Rita Ranch's MUD district finances the community's water, wastewater, and infrastructure. As bond debt matures over the next 10–20 years, the MUD portion of the tax rate will decrease. On a $430K home after the $100,000 homestead exemption, expect approximately $8K–9K per year in property taxes.
Santa Rita Ranch — Frequently Asked Questions
QIs Santa Rita Ranch worth the commute?
For buyers who prioritize lifestyle amenities and indoor/outdoor living over commute time, Santa Rita Ranch is consistently ranked as one of the best value propositions in the Austin metro. Many residents work remotely or adjust their schedule to avoid peak traffic.
QWhat is the tax rate in Santa Rita Ranch?
Santa Rita Ranch's combined tax rate is approximately 2.42% in 2026, including a MUD district. Liberty Hill ISD's portion is slightly lower than LISD, partially offsetting the MUD addition.
QWhat schools serve Santa Rita Ranch?
Santa Rita Ranch is zoned to Liberty Hill ISD — Santa Rita Elementary (on-site), Liberty Hill Middle School, and Liberty Hill High School. The district has invested in new campuses to serve the community's growth.
QWhat awards has Santa Rita Ranch won?
Santa Rita Ranch has won multiple national Masterplan Community of the Year awards, recognizing its planning, amenities, and resident experience programming as among the best in the country.
QWhat builders are in Santa Rita Ranch?
Santa Rita Ranch features a diverse builder lineup including Scott Felder, Chesmar, Perry Homes, Lennar, and First Texas Homes, offering product from the mid-$300s to $600K+.