
Land for Sale in Austin, Texas
11916 Jim Bridger Dr, Austin, TX 78737
Offered with multiple options-standalone land purchase or two thoughtfully designed to-be-built home concepts. This private 15-acre Hill Country estate features large live oaks, fascinating 19th-century ruins, abundant wildlife, and complete privacy at the end of a dead-end road with no through traffic. A cleared homesite, defined entry, and 1/3-mile private road are already in place-allowing Buyers to step directly into the building phase while retaining full flexibility to create a highly personalized retreat. Located just 1.5 miles from Nutty Brown Road, 1.8 miles from H-E-B, and under 2 miles from Hwy 290. Belterra Village Shopping Center-with dining, shopping, and entertainment-is minutes away. Downtown Austin is easily accessible. Light restrictions allow for guest casitas, equestrian facilities, barns, workshops, recreational storage, or a multi-generational compound. Part of a Wildlife Management Association, preserving natural habitat and keeping 2025 taxes around $23. Water well tested at 17 GPM (new pump, April 2025); 3,000-gallon holding tank in place. Optional Build Paths: Sitterle Homes "Abilene": $1,995,000, 3,740+/- sqft, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, great room, large kitchen with island and walk-in pantry, primary suite with spa bath, optional guest casita, game room, library, 3-car garage. Multiple exterior elevations from modern Hill Country to traditional stone. Blue Horse Building & Design: $2,995,000, 4,000+/- sqft luxury residence, 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, multiple living areas, offices, expansive outdoor living, patio, and pool. These optional build paths give Buyers the ability to secure the land now while benefiting from a streamlined development vision-whether choosing an existing architectural concept, customizing a plan, or creating something entirely their own. Seller will consider owner financing at below-market rates for qualified Buyers (land only). Contact agent for details.
Location
- Street address
- 11916 Jim Bridger Dr, Lot 2
- County
- Travis County
- Zip code
- 78737
- Community
- Silver Spur Ranchettes Sec 02
- School district
- Austin ISD
- Elevation
- 1,007 feet
Directions
Head West on 290, Left on Nutty Brown Road, Left on Kit Carson Dr, Left on Jim Bridger Dr. Property is at the end of Jim Bridger Dr. on the left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 14.551 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- SMABOR 583518
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $21
Parcels
- 962743
Legal description
14.551AC OF LOT 2 SILVER SPUR RANCHETTES SEC 2 (1-D-1W)
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- Keller Williams Realty
Lot
- Features
- Acreage, Mature Trees, Ten to Twenty Acres
Exterior
- Fencing
- Gate
Structure
- Water
- Private, Well, Well Needed
- Sewer
- Septic Needed
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Elementary School | Elementary | Austin ISD |
| Gorzycki Middle School | Middle | Austin ISD |
| Bowie High School | High | Austin ISD |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2026 | Price drop | $1,250,000 | $99,500 -7.4% | SMABOR |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Price drop | $1,349,500 | $500 -0.04% | SMABOR |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Price drop | $1,350,000 | $48,500 -3.5% | SMABOR |
| Sept 27, 2025 | Price drop | $1,398,500 | $400 -0.03% | SMABOR |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Price drop | $1,398,900 | $100 -0.01% | SMABOR |
| June 16, 2025 | New listing | $1,399,000 | — | SMABOR |

































