A meaningful $10,000 price improvement now enhances the opportunity to own this private Hill Country retreat in the gated WaterStone community just outside Boerne. Set on 3.14 acres this estate includes a 3,344-square-foot main residence and a 1,159-square-foot guest house, totaling 4,503 square feet designed for comfort, flexibility, and everyday living. The main home features three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms with an open layout highlighted by crown molding, tall ceilings, formal and family living areas, a private study, and a dining room well suited for entertaining. The kitchen offers timeless oak cabinetry, Quartz countertops, a built-in oven, and a breakfast nook overlooking the peaceful backyard where deer and native wildlife are often seen. The split-bedroom layout provides privacy, with the primary suite offering a spacious bath complete with a walk-in shower, soaking tub, dual vanities, and a large walk-in closet. Two secondary bedrooms share a connecting bathroom. Two oversized garages provide protected parking for up to four vehicles along with generous space for storage or a workshop. The electrical panel has also been upgraded with a generator transfer feature, allowing a portable generator to power essential circuits during outages. Built alongside the main residence, the separate guest house includes its own full size kitchen, dining and living areas, plus two bedrooms and two full baths-ideal for multi-generational living, extended stays, or visiting guests. Both homes enjoy convenient access to the enclosed pool area, creating a comfortable setting for year-round enjoyment. WaterStone residents enjoy access to the Guadalupe River through two private river parks. Community amenities include a pavilion, swimming, fishing, and pickleball, offering a relaxed Hill Country lifestyle in one of the area's highly regarded gated communities. Set on 3.14 tree-covered acres, 85 Rio Colorado Drive offers scenic views, abundant wildlife, and a peaceful connection to nature while remaining conveniently located near Boerne, San Antonio, and the scenic drive to Fredericksburg.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (5/18)
$1,185,000
85 Rio Colorado, Boerne, TX 78006
3beds
3,344sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
3.14 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$354/sqft
$60/mo HOA
What's special
Enclosed pool areaPeaceful backyardBuilt-in ovenScenic viewsQuartz countertopsLarge walk-in closetSoaking tub
- 184 days |
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Listed by:
Brian Stamness TREC #700794 (210) 232-7381,
Phyllis Browning Company
Source: LERA MLS,MLS#: 1917908
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Split, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub/Shower Separate, Double Vanity, Soaking Tub
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Dining room
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Kitchen
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Office
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Two Central
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Water Softener Owned, Vented Exhaust Fan, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Dryer Connection
Features
- Two Living Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Two Eating Areas, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Study/Library, Utility Room Inside, 1st Floor Lvl/No Steps, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, High Speed Internet, All Bedrooms Downstairs, Telephone, Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Decorative Bars, Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,344 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Four or More Car Garage, Attached, Garage Faces Side, Open
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance, Accessible Doors, Entry Slope less than 1 foot, Grab Bars in Bathroom(s), No Carpet, Level Lot, Level Drive, No Stairs, First Floor Bath, Full Bath/Bed on 1st Flr, First Floor Bedroom, Stall Shower
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered, Screened
- Exterior features: Partial Sprinkler System, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Screen Enclosure, Pool Sweep
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Partial,Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: County VIew
Lot
- Size: 3.14 Acres
- Features: 2 - 5 Acres, Wooded, Secluded, Level
- Residential vegetation: Mature Trees, Mature Trees (ext feat)
Details
- Additional structures: Detached Quarters, Second Residence
- Parcel number: 1581300001830
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Texas Hill Country
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 4 Sides Masonry, Stone, Radiant Barrier
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Pre-Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Details
- Builder name: Windmill Homes of Texas
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Pedernales E
- Sewer: Herr Septic, Aerobic Septic
- Water: Well - H.W., Private Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Water conservation: Water-Smart Landscaping
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Waterfront Access, Playground, BBQ/Grill, Lake/River Park, Other, Cluster Mail Box, School Bus
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Controlled Access
- Subdivision: Waterstone
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $715 annually
- HOA name: WATERSTONE ON THE GUADALUPE
Location
- Region: Boerne
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $354/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,241,920
- Annual tax amount: $17,298
- Price range: $1.2M - $1.2M
- Date on market: 11/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 371 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $1,185,000-0.8%$354/sqft |
Source:  LERA MLS #1917908 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2026 | Price change | $1,195,000-2.4%$357/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000-4.8%$366/sqft |
Source: LERA MLS #1917908 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Listing removed | $1,287,000$385/sqft |
Source: LERA MLS #1853795 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Price change | $1,287,000-3.7%$385/sqft |
Source: LERA MLS #1853795 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Price change | $1,337,000-3.6%$400/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,387,000$415/sqft |
Source: LERA MLS #1853795 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,465 -10.8% | $1,153,640 +10% |
| 2024 | $8,370 -0.2% | $1,048,764 +10% |
| 2023 | $8,384 -25.7% | $953,422 +10% |
| 2022 | $11,287 | $866,747 +10% |
| 2021 | -- | $787,952 +10% |
| 2020 | $11,280 -1.9% | $716,320 |
| 2019 | $11,495 -5.3% | $716,320 |
| 2018 | $12,140 | $716,320 |
| 2017 | $12,140 +4.3% | $716,320 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,637 +1.3% | $702,180 |
| 2015 | $11,491 | $702,180 |
| 2014 | $11,491 | $702,180 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $11,491 | $696,590 |
| 2012 | -- | $696,590 +0.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $694,790 |
| 2010 | -- | $694,790 -4.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $724,930 -0.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $725,370 +77% |
| 2006 | -- | $409,710 +181.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $145,370 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78006
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Herff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 10.8 mi
- 8/10Voss MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 8/10Boerne High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Herff
- Middle: Voss Middle School
- High: Boerne
- District: Boerne
Source: LERA MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Kendall County
- Kendalia
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- 85 Rio Colorado
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