Thoughtful Strategy, Steady Guidance, and Clear Communication
Christie’s International Real Estate Masters Circle 2026
RealTrends Top 1.5% Nationwide
Platinum Top 50 Winner 2025
Betsy Smith is an Austin and Dripping Springs Realtor® serving buyers and sellers across the Texas Hill Country since 2007. She lives in Belterra and offers thoughtful strategy, clear communication, and steady guidance from consultation through closing.
With a background in technology and marketing, Betsy knows how buyers search and how a listing needs to be positioned to stand out. At the negotiation table she is calm, analytical, and direct. Clients describe her as grounded and detail-oriented, with a little well-timed humor along the way.
Where Are You Headed?
Buying
Betsy helps buyers compare neighborhoods, taxes, and resale value before they write an offer, including on new construction in Dripping Springs.
Selling
Pricing, preparation, and presentation decide how a home sells. Curious where yours stands? Request a home valuation.
Relocating
Moving from out of state means choosing a neighborhood from a distance. The relocation guide covers commutes, taxes, and how the areas compare.
Neighborhoods
Betsy lives in Belterra and works across the Hill Country, from Headwaters and Caliterra to Circle C and Rough Hollow.
Designations & Recognition
Credentials: ABR® · CRS · CNE · SFR® · SRS · Luxury Home Specialist · Relocation Specialist · Dripping Springs ISD Certified Realtor® · Dripping Springs Elite Real Estate Professional
- Christie’s International Real Estate Masters Circle (more than $20 million in production), 2026
- Top 5 Producer at Christie’s International Real Estate, multiple months in 2025 and 2026
- RealTrends America’s Best Real Estate Professionals: top 1.5% of agents and teams nationwide, 2024 to 2026
- Platinum Top 50: Winner in 2025 and Finalist every other year since 2017
- Austin Business Journal Residential Real Estate Awards: nominee 2026, finalist 2022 to 2024
- Top Realtor, Austin Home Magazine, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does Betsy Smith serve?
Betsy serves Austin, Dripping Springs, and the Texas Hill Country. She works most often in Belterra, Headwaters, Caliterra, Bunker Ranch, Howard Ranch, Highpointe, Rim Rock, Circle C, and Rough Hollow.
Does Betsy work with buyers moving from out of state?
Yes. Many of her clients relocate to Austin or Dripping Springs. She tours homes by video, explains neighborhoods before buyers arrive, and handles the details on the ground.
Should I buy new construction or resale in Dripping Springs?
It depends on your timeline, budget, and what you want in a lot. New construction can take months to finish. Resale homes are ready sooner and are often in more established areas. Betsy compares builder pricing, taxes, and resale value so you can decide with the numbers in front of you.
Why do property taxes vary so much between Dripping Springs neighborhoods?
Tax rates change based on whether a home is inside city limits and whether it sits in a utility district (MUD). Two similar homes a few miles apart can have very different tax bills. Betsy runs a tax estimate for every home before her buyers make an offer.
How do I find out what my home is worth?
Request a home valuation, or contact Betsy for a pricing review. She looks at recent sales in your neighborhood, your home’s condition, and current competition.