Where is Granite Shoals, Texas?

Granite Shoals is an incorporated city on the shores of Lake LBJ in Burnet County, Texas, located between Marble Falls and Kingsland in the Texas Hill Country. Austin is roughly an hour and fifteen minutes east.

Why is Granite Shoals called the City of Parks?

Granite Shoals has 19 city parks, eight of which are lakefront with boat ramps. That level of public lake access is unusual and it means residents can enjoy Lake LBJ without owning waterfront property.

Can I short-term rent a home in Granite Shoals?

Yes. Granite Shoals permits short-term rentals citywide subject to registration with the city, which makes it one of the most predictable rental markets on Lake LBJ. Confirm the current registration requirements and any associated fees before buying with rental income in mind.

How much does real estate cost in Granite Shoals?

Granite Shoals covers a wide range, from condos and modest interior homes at the accessible end through to lakefront estates. Waterfront pricing here generally sits below comparable inventory in Horseshoe Bay, which is a large part of the city's appeal.

When was Granite Shoals established?

Granite Shoals was established as a city in 1966. It takes its name from the Granite Shoals Dam, which created the reservoir in 1950 that was later renamed Lake LBJ in 1965.

Do I need waterfront property to use the lake in Granite Shoals?

No. With eight lakefront city parks offering boat ramps, off-water homes in Granite Shoals still provide easy lake access. That is a key reason interior homes here represent good value for buyers who want the lake lifestyle without waterfront pricing.

What amenities does Granite Shoals have?

Nineteen city parks including eight lakefront parks with boat ramps, picnic areas, playgrounds, hike and bike trails, and a multisport activity center with soccer, volleyball, basketball, and pickleball courts. The city also has grocery, restaurants, and repair services, with Marble Falls nearby for larger shopping and medical.

Is Granite Shoals a good place for a lake investment property?

It is one of the more straightforward options on Lake LBJ, because short-term rentals are permitted citywide with registration rather than restricted subdivision by subdivision. Combined with accessible pricing and strong summer demand, that makes it popular with investors. Verify current city requirements and run net rather than gross numbers before buying.

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107 E Cottonwood Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 170535

Melodie Bradbury Trammell & Associates LLC

Lots 175 & 176 Hill Wood, Granite Shoals

$26,000

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Lots 175 & 176 Hill Wood, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 163832

Dana Yarter RE/MAX of Marble Falls

$24,950

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604 S Forest Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177250

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

$24,000

Lots 521, 522 Lake Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177885

Becky Nutt Walker & Assoc. Real Estate

$23,000

118 W Greenbriar, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 176145

Janet Henley RE/MAX of Marble Falls

$21,000

Lot 262 W Briarway Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 172018

Eileen Depew Keller Williams - Lake Travis

$21,000

Lot 261 W Briarway Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177459

Eileen Depew Keller Williams - Lake Travis

$20,000

Lot 270 Westcrest Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 175568

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

$19,000

Lot 489 Oakhill Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177454

Eileen Depew Keller Williams - Lake Travis

$19,000

Lot 260 W Briarway Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177457

Eileen Depew Keller Williams - Lake Travis

$18,500

Lot 458 W Castleberry Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 166903

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

Lot 459 W Castleberry Drive, Granite Shoals

$17,500

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Lot 459 W Castleberry Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 166904

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

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