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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1303 Prairie Creek Road, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,941 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178490

Ray Smith Zina & Co. Real Estate

$495,000

824 Woodland Hills Dr, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,099 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178919

Kayla Runge eXp Realty, LLC

$469,000

1008 Naumann Dr Drive, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,852 SqFt Residential MLS® # 177366

Dona Minor Rubiola Realty

$449,950

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1026 Kingswell Drive, Granite Shoals

5 Beds 2 Baths 3,272 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178071

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

$445,000

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244 Driftwood Dr, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,737 SqFt Residential MLS® # 177667

Cheryl Browning eXp Realty, LLC

$439,950

126 W Briarway Drive, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,800 SqFt Residential MLS® # 179259

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

$435,000

160 Stonecastle Drive, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,690 SqFt Residential MLS® # 176520

Chad Nelson Crossings Real Estate, LLC

$435,000

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1106 Shorewood Dr, Granite Shoals

2 Beds 2 Baths 2,247 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178320

Ron Petrick Lake-Land Realty Hill Country

$435,000

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902 Sherwood Forest, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,335 SqFt Residential MLS® # 176961

Maureen Shanklin Hills Of Texas Sky Realty

$399,500

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103 Driftwood Drive, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,527 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178390

Trey Berry Coleman Team Realty, LLC

$399,000

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433 S Shorewood Drive, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,992 SqFt Residential MLS® # 177401

Jane Marie Hurst Hurst Realty, LLC

$385,000

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2208 Belaire Dr, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,808 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178524

Chad Nelson Crossings Real Estate, LLC

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