Hays County · San Marcos
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Hays County runs from the I-35 suburbs of Kyle and Buda, through San Marcos and its river, to the Hill Country around Wimberley and Dripping Springs. It is one of the fastest-growing counties in the state.
See also Kyle and San Marcos.
What does the land market look like across Hays County?
Kyle and Buda. Commuter suburbs along I-35, with new subdivisions and warehouses.
San Marcos. University town on the river, with student housing and outlet shopping.
Dripping Springs and Wimberley. Hill Country acreage and custom homes, with wells and septic.
East of I-35. Farm and ranch land at lower prices.
River and creek corridors. Parcels along the San Marcos and Blanco rivers, with flood considerations.
Census Bureau Vintage 2025 figures, reported by CNHI, put Hays County at about 10,051 added residents in the year to July 2025.
What kinds of land do owners sell in Hays County?
Hill Country acreage with wells
Farm and pasture east of I-35
Rental lots near campus
Parcels with creek or river frontage
Inherited family land
How do taxes and valuations work in Hays County?
The Hays Central Appraisal District sets values. Notices arrive in spring, with a protest deadline of May 15 or thirty days after the notice. Wildlife management and agricultural valuations are common on Hill Country tracts, with rollback taxes if the use changes.
What risks and quirks are specific to Hays County?
Groundwater districts. Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District, the Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District and the Edwards Aquifer Authority regulate wells in different areas.
Aquifer recharge zones. Rules limit impervious cover and require water-quality protection.
Floods. The Blanco and San Marcos rivers have flooded severely.
Shared wells and easements. Hill Country parcels often depend on them.
Rapid growth. Land near I-35 changes quickly.
How do growth and infrastructure projects shape Hays County land?
I-35 upgrades, FM 1626 and SH 45 projects, utility extensions and new municipal utility districts shape demand. Drought stages and groundwater decisions influence development timing.
How do heirs and estates sell land in Hays County?
Hays County probate matters go through the county court. Hill Country families often hold land among several heirs. See our guide to selling inherited land.
Which towns and communities make up Hays County?
Hays County stretches from I-35 suburbs to the Hill Country.
Kyle and Buda. Commuter suburbs along I-35 with growing retail and warehouses.
San Marcos. The county seat, with Texas State University and the San Marcos River.
Dripping Springs. A Hill Country city on US 290 with acreage buyers, wineries and event venues.
Wimberley. A scenic Hill Country town on the Blanco River with weekend and retirement buyers.
Mountain City, Niederwald and Uhland. Small communities near the I-35 corridor and Plum Creek.
Driftwood and the western edge. Rural Hill Country with wells and septic.
How does Hays County differ from its neighbors?
Travis County to the north is larger and denser, while Comal County to the south has the Guadalupe River and tourism. Hays County has more groundwater district overlap than most neighbors, and its split between I-35 growth and Hill Country acreage makes two very different markets in one county.
Selling land in Hays County
Hays County was established in 1848 and its county seat is San Marcos. It covers about 678 square miles and had 304,390 residents in the 2020 Census. It sits in the area we call Hill Country & Edwards Plateau.
The I-35 corridor and Hill Country edge make Hays County land attractive to builders and rural buyers alike.
| County seat | San Marcos |
| Established | 1848 |
| 2020 population | 304,390 |
| Area | 678 sq mi |
| Residents per sq mi | 449.0 |
| Land region | Hill Country & Edwards Plateau |
Cities in Hays County
Neighboring counties
Blanco County, Comal County, Caldwell County, Travis County, Guadalupe County.
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Cash is simple. Some land needs more than that.
We buy for cash when that works. When a deal needs it, we get creative: owner-financed purchases, notes, partnerships and development.
Cash offer
A written offer within 24 hours. Closing typically takes 7 to 30 days, or on the date you choose. No commissions or fees.
Owner financing and notes
Want a down payment and payments over time? We can buy your land on owner-financed terms, and we can talk about buying an owner-financed note you hold.
Partnerships and entitlement
Land with development potential? We partner with landowners, buy entitled land and take properties through entitlement.
There is no one-size-fits-all land deal. Each one can have its own lenders, financials and offers, so contact us for details.
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Common questions
Do I need a well permit to sell?
Not to sell, but a buyer will ask for well records and district registration.
Is my land in a groundwater district?
Most of Hays County is. Ask the county or the districts to confirm which one.
Can I sell land near the river?
Yes. Price reflects flood history and rules.
What is the county seat?
San Marcos.
How fast can a sale close?
Typically 7 to 30 days with clean title and ready owners.
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