Homes for Sale in River Chase

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River Chase is one of the larger acreage communities in the New Braunfels area, with more than 1,700 homesites spread across ten units on both sides of FM 306. That size cuts both ways. There is usually something on the market, but the sections differ enough that two listings at the same price can be very different purchases. Hunter Croan, owner of The Hill Country Luxury Group, has been in real estate since 2006, and a meaningful share of the team's sales never appear on the open market. In a community where owners often sell to neighbors or sit on a lot for years before building, that access matters.

For buyers, Hagan Cohle was born and raised in New Braunfels and spends much of his time helping clients weigh River Chase against Vintage Oaks, Havenwood, and Copper Ridge. Inside River Chase, that means knowing which units are on well water and which have water lines, where the long views are, how far a given street sits from the clubhouse, and what the covenants will allow on a lot. Clients regularly credit him for patient multi-year searches and for handling out-of-state and sight-unseen purchases with detailed video walkthroughs.

For sellers, Frank Baker has been a Certified Residential Appraiser since 2000, and that background shows in how he prices acreage. Comparable sales in River Chase vary widely by acreage, view, and section, and an appraiser's read on which comps actually apply is the difference between a listing that sells in the first week and one that sits. Frank also handles land and lot sales and remote and estate sellers, both common here, and his sellers have seen multiple-offer situations and pre-market sales when the pricing was right.

Living in River Chase

River Chase is laid out in two distinct sections. The original units, 1 through 3, sit on the west side of FM 306 and border the Guadalupe River. Units 4 through 10 make up the larger eastern section across the highway, with the majority of the community's homesites and the clubhouse complex. The two sides feel similar from the road, but the infrastructure is not the same: the western units are on well water with above-ground utilities, while the eastern units have community water lines and underground utilities. Both sides use aerobic septic systems. None of this is a reason to favor one side over the other, but it should be part of the conversation before you write an offer.

Homesites range from about 1 acre to 25 acres, and every home in the community is custom built under the review of an architectural control committee. That process is why River Chase does not look like a production subdivision: no two houses match, and the mix runs from Hill Country stone and stucco to modern farmhouse to ranch-style homes tucked behind oaks. The property owners association is active, keeps annual dues low, and organizes a full calendar of events, food truck nights, and clubs. River Chase is not gated. Deer, turkey, and foxes are everyday sightings, and most owners consider that part of the appeal.

A word on the river itself. Only a handful of homesites in River Chase, six by our count, actually front the Guadalupe. When one comes up for sale it rarely lasts long, and it belongs on The Lakefront Group's Guadalupe River homes page alongside the other river properties between New Braunfels and Spring Branch. For everyone else in the community, river access comes through the private River Park, which is a large part of why buyers choose River Chase over acreage neighborhoods without water. If a riverfront lot is the priority, Riverforest is the other community in this corridor with private river access and is worth comparing.

Amenities and Recreation

The River Park is the amenity people talk about. It is 58 private acres on the Guadalupe with more than 600 feet of frontage, and owners use it for swimming, floating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and camping. There is a pavilion and picnic space for gatherings, and the hiking trails run through the wooded portion of the park. Access is limited to owners and their guests, so it does not draw the summer crowds that the public river outfitters do.

On the east side, the 32-acre clubhouse complex is the community's day-to-day hub. It includes the clubhouse and conference room, swimming pools, tennis and sport courts, a fitness building, a fishing pond, children's playscapes, a disc golf course, walking trails, and the Veteran's Garden and Park. The POA's committees and clubs use the clubhouse for everything from board meetings to holiday events, and the calendar stays busy year-round.

Outside the community, River Chase is well placed. Gruene and Gruene Hall are a short drive down the road, and downtown New Braunfels, with Landa Park, Main Plaza, and the restaurant scene, is roughly 15 to 20 minutes depending on where you live in the community. Canyon Lake is about the same distance in the other direction on FM 306. Wimberley, Fischer, and Sisterdale make for easy Hill Country day trips. San Antonio runs 40 to 50 minutes and Austin roughly an hour, both traffic dependent. River Chase sits far enough from I-35 that highway noise is not a factor, which is one of the reasons buyers choose it over communities closer to the interstate.

River Chase Schools

River Chase is zoned to Comal Independent School District. Students currently attend Hoffmann Lane Elementary, which is on FM 306 just minutes from the community entrance, along with Church Hill Middle School and Canyon High School. Comal ISD is one of the fastest-growing districts in Texas and adjusts attendance boundaries as new campuses open, so families should confirm current zoning with the district for any specific address before making a decision based on a campus.

Building or Buying in River Chase

River Chase works either way. Resale homes come on the market across all units, and lots are still available for buyers who want to build with a builder of their choice, subject to architectural review. If you are leaning toward a lot, we can help you evaluate slope, tree cover, buildable area, well and septic considerations, and how the section you are looking at compares on utilities and views. If you are buying an existing home, we will pull the recent sales in that unit rather than the community as a whole, because the spread is wide enough that the neighborhood average can mislead. Contact us to get started, or read our guide to the best neighborhoods in New Braunfels to see how River Chase fits in the wider picture.

River Chase FAQs

Is River Chase a gated community?

No. River Chase is not gated. The community is governed by an active property owners association with deed restrictions and an architectural control committee, but the streets are open.

What school district is River Chase in?

Comal ISD. Students are currently zoned to Hoffmann Lane Elementary, Church Hill Middle School, and Canyon High School. Confirm zoning with the district for a specific address, since Comal ISD rezones as new campuses open.

How big are the lots in River Chase?

Most homesites are between 1 and 5 acres, with some larger tracts up to about 25 acres. Lot sizes vary by unit, so it is worth checking the specific tract rather than assuming.

Do homes in River Chase have river access?

Every owner has access to the private 58-acre River Park on the Guadalupe River. Only a small number of homesites actually front the river, and those are rare on the market. If you specifically want a riverfront home, see The Lakefront Group's Guadalupe River page linked above or ask us about upcoming availability.

Is River Chase on city water or well water?

It depends on the unit. Units 1 through 3 on the west side of FM 306 are on well water with above-ground utilities. Units 4 through 10 on the east side have community water lines and underground utilities. All units use aerobic septic systems. We confirm the setup for any specific property during due diligence.

How far is River Chase from San Antonio and Austin?

River Chase is off FM 306 northwest of New Braunfels. Downtown San Antonio is typically 40 to 50 minutes and Austin is roughly an hour via I-35, both traffic dependent. Downtown New Braunfels and Gruene are about 15 to 20 minutes.

What do homes in River Chase cost?

Pricing depends on acreage, section, view, and the home itself, and it moves with the market. The current listings and statistics above show what is available right now. For a pricing conversation on a specific home or lot, reach out and we will pull the recent sales in that unit.

Ready to Explore River Chase?

Whether you are comparing River Chase to other acreage communities, evaluating a lot to build on, or thinking about selling a home or lot you already own here, our team can help. Call 830-302-4663, send us a note, or if you are a River Chase owner, request a home evaluation and Frank will start with the comps that actually apply to your section. To see everything currently listed across our luxury communities, browse all luxury homes for sale in New Braunfels.