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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513 Oleander Dr, Granite Shoals

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136 S Shorewood Drive, Granite Shoals

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36 Beaver Island, Granite Shoals

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1131 N Shorewood Dr., Granite Shoals

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703 Woodland Hills, Granite Shoals

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,700 SqFt Residential MLS® # 175456

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171 Pointview, Granite Shoals

5 Beds 5 Baths 3,847 SqFt Residential MLS® # 176950

Billy Stephens Keller Williams Heritage

$2,750,000

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1104 Impala Drive, Granite Shoals

5 Beds 5.5 Baths 3,561 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178906

Betty Epperson Epperson Realty Group LLC

$2,550,000

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14 Beaver Island, Granite Shoals

5 Beds 4 Baths 3,506 SqFt Residential MLS® # 175421

Tammie Bennett Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty

$2,495,000

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402 South Shorewood, Granite Shoals

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,344 SqFt Residential MLS® # 178014

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513 Oleander Dr, Granite Shoals

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,906 SqFt Residential MLS® # 176823

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$2,250,000

21 Beaver Island, Granite Shoals

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,673 SqFt Residential MLS® # 176973

Tammie Bennett Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty

$1,775,000

30 Beaver Island, Granite Shoals

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 177188

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