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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338 Sweetbriar Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 170974

Kim Lookabaugh My Texas Home Broker

$50,000

Lot 661 & 662 Norwood Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177222

Becky Nutt Walker & Assoc. Real Estate

$47,000

1304 Shady Forest Dr, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 176699

Zina Rodenbeck Zina & Co. Real Estate

$45,000

Lot 717-721 E Granite Castle, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 175956

Micha Osloond Horseshoe Bay Living 2, LLC

$45,000

Cedarhill, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 176232

William Teague RE/MAX of Marble Falls

$45,000

2802 Valley View Lane, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 176285

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

$45,000

Lots 976-a Maple/ Phillips Ranch Road, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177151

Dana Yarter RE/MAX of Marble Falls

$45,000

Lot 459-b Oakwood Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177223

Becky Nutt Walker & Assoc. Real Estate

$42,500

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Tbd Hill Dr, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 175429

Cisco Ambriz Horseshoe Bay ONE Realty

$40,000

Lot 424 & 425 Oakhill Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 178973

Bruce Jones Lake Homes Realty, LLC

$39,950

Lots 13 & 14 E Live Oak Drive, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 178964

Ryan Wolters All City Real Estate Ltd. Co

$39,000

Lot978-a Maple, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177152

Dana Yarter RE/MAX of Marble Falls

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