The Lake LBJ Real Estate blog
Coming Soon: Unique and Unrestricted on Lake LBJ
Coming Soon on the shores of Lake LBJ! This has to be one of my favorite spots on the entire lake lbj on an area that I like to call “The Transition”. This prime piece of Lake LBJ Real Estate is located between the convergence of the two rivers (The Colorado River and Llano River) and the main body of the lake. Huge, UNRESTRICTED lot with over 100 ft of arguably the BEST water money can buy this unique compound sure is special. Located directly next to the Nightengale Archaeological Center where artifacts have been found dating back over 10,000 years, and situated directly across undeveloped ranch land for miles this has to be one of the most natural, raw and untouched spots on all of Lake LBJ. This fully gated compound is made up of 3 unique casitas, totaling 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths plus an impressive two story boat dock with two boat slips. There is room to expand and build more or use it as is for 100% Lake Fun on LBJ! So much potential here! Land this good is hard to get your hands on. Qualified buyers reach out for a FIRST LOOK at this prime piece of Lake LBJ Real Estate!
Understanding the True Cost of Remodeling on Lake LBJ
Many people don’t realize the true cost of updating a home in today’s economic environment on Lake LBJ. When was the last time you got a bid to paint a house? When was the last time you priced appliances or countertops? Have you recently bid a quality tile job or custom cabinets? Electrical upgrades? HVAC and water heaters? Do you know how much a new steel boat dock will cost you? When you are looking to buy a dated home make sure you understand the true cost of remodeling and factor that in to your buy price. There are a lot of Lake Houses for sale on Lake LBJ that need a lot of work, even some which should be torn down. Many buyers have unrealistic renovation budgets based on previous experiences when prices were lower and pay way too much for what I call obsolete homes. Today things just cost more.
Savvy buyers are wise to go after what I call “next level homes” which are newer, more efficient ones, built to current standards with modern technologies even if they are significantly more expensive than the cheaper ones that appear as “good deals”. It’s also okay to buy these older homes on Lake LBJ so long as you accurately budget for the true cost of updating, and buy the home at a price that can support such updates. Sometimes buying a lot on Lake LBJ and building a new home is the smart move to get exactly what you want, built to today’s standards on the water you like. Also understanding the actual land value of a given property on Lake LBJ as it relates to the total value (which is land + improvements) is very important. An experienced professional on Lake LBJ can help you weigh the pros and cons and save you from a bad move.
If you have ever considered buying Lake LBJ Real Estate I highly encourage you to reach out. I have vast experience working the lake and would love the opportunity to share my expertise with you. What do you have to lose?
Best Lot on Lake Marble Falls
Most people that coming looking for Lake LBJ Real Estate have never heard of Lake Marble Falls. They often times have friends that own on Lake LBJ and convince them that Lake LBJ is the place to be. While we love Lake LBJ we believe Lake Marble Falls might be the best kept secret in Texas that many have never experienced. Our newest waterfront listing sits on the shores of Lake Marble Falls in the highly sought community of Meadowlakes. In our opinion this home has the BEST lot on all of Lake Marble Falls because it is big, flat and home to 4 very large, old growth pecan trees that provide full shade almost year around. The lot faces south and guarantees a cool breeze off the lake even in the hottest of months. This property has a beautiful boat dock constructed of steel and trex with oversized, galavanized piers driven into the lake bed and the water here is much deeper than what you might find on Lake LBJ.
The home is a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath at just over 3827 sq ft air conditioned built in 2010. This very custom, and high end home was designed as a full-time residence and is much nicer than most homes you will find on the lake. The kitchen is bright and open with custom cabinetry, double ovens, double dishwashers, a sub zero fridge, and a wine bar with built in wine cooler. The kitchen opens to the dining and living room with large framed wood clad windows and doors that allow in lots of natural light and the gorgeous views out to the water. The main level master is spacious with great views, patio access and a spa-like en suite bathroom with nice closet and lots of built-ins. Upstairs you will find 4 additional bedrooms plus a large secondary living room or game room that is great for large families or groups to cozy up and watch a movie after a long day on the lake.
A few details I love most about this home are the tall ceilings and doors, plantation shutters throughout, the propane fueled pot belly stove, the butler’s pantry and the lower level, lakeside garage that can work well as a man cave or excercise space. The yard is irrigated with water from the lake and there is automatic landscape lighting installed throughout the yard to ensure a gorgeous scene after the sun sets. Homes of this quality are extremely hard to come by and when you pair it with a waterfront lot this good, good luck! If you have ever considered a waterfront home on the lake I encourage you to expand your search and consider this priceless property on the shores of Lake Marble Falls. You just might like it more than anything you have seen on Lake LBJ. Give me a call to schedule a tour. I’d love to show it to you.
LBJ Real Estate: Rental Ready Home on the Colorado Arm
Our newest listing on the Colorado Arm of Lake LBJ is definitely something to talk about. This 4 bedroom, 4 and 1/2 bath, 2024 completed waterfront escape is everything you have been dreaming of and more. This white, bright, open and gently used home was designed as the ideal weekend escape with short-term rentals in mind for some added cashflow to cover holding costs. Two master suites on the main floor make the home accessible to those most important to you and two additional bedrooms on the second floor (one is a bunk room) and a small game room with lake views. The lakeside yard on this waterfront dream is covered in artificial turf for a low maintenance outdoor living space and the expansive covered porch is the perfect spot to enjoy the peace and serenity that comes with living on the water. This home has a very nice, steal-constructed boat dock that is sized for most boats on Lake LBJ and the Hydraulic lift is an added bonus. Deep water off the boat dock makes this a sure investment. As an added bonus this home can be purchased fully furnished and includes a vacant lot directly across the street which is ideal for a storage barn, man cave or guest home. If you have ever considered an investment in Lake LBJ Real Estate I encourage you to consider this one here. This east-facing gem checks a lot of boxes for the discerning buyer.
Santa Barbara-Style Home on Lake LBJ
The design of this Santa Barbara-style home on the shores of Lake LBJ is something to see. This gently used home sits atop a large, estate-style lot with over an acre of land and approximately 200 feet of arguably the BEST water on the lake. The home was built facing almost exactly due south to take advantage of the gentle breeze that comes off the lake during the hottest of months and to prevent the hot Texas sun from being a burden. I absolutely love the beautiful and perfectly-placed arches that frame the windows and living spaces to create unique vantage points with views of Lake LBJ. The craftsmanship and quality found throughout this home will blow you away and the size and accommodations are perfect for entertaining and lakeside fun with plenty of room for family, friends and guests. Qualified buyers reach out to learn more about this very special property in the Texas Hill Country.
I am often asked about the current market for waterfront property on Lake LBJ and if prices have come down at all in recent months. While the volume of transactions has dipped some we have had great success selling good properties for record prices in the current environment.
Here is an example of one of our recent closings in Blue Lake Estates. This 4 bedroom home was approx. one year old with just under 3300 sq ft and traded for over $1,121/ft a few weeks before the election. While this is not the highest sold price per foot on the lake I believe it to be a record in the community of Blue Lake Estates. Many wealthy buyers are okay paying these premium prices because in their eyes the cost of execution of these homes will continue to rise and they understand the overall scarcity of lakefront land, especially if one has a specific community they want to be in. They also value their time and energy more than they value their excess funds. In my personal opinion waterfront property might be some of the safest real estate that exists. These properties are often owned and purchased by the wealthiest families who need places to park cash because they have more than enough and look for ways to protect it. Those same people are not swayed by short term swings in the market and have made more money then they can spend in their lifetimes. I am not seeing anyone needing to sell and the ones that want to sell are simply doing so as they age out of Lake Life (these are few and far between). In fact most of our clients have sophisticated estate plans and pass these properties on to the next generation taking advantage of tax benefits associated with doing so.
In summary, good properties will always be valuable and fetch good prices. If you have a special piece of Lake LBJ Real Estate that needs to be sold give me a call. My team and I know how to get it done in any market. We believe in the Lake LBJ market and are good at helping buyers see it like we do.
LBJ Real Estate: Luxury Santa Barbara
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We are so excited about our newest listing on Lake LBJ. 2510 Belaire East is the epitome of Luxury Waterfront Living in the Texas Hill Country. Situated on over an acre of land that was carefully pieced together by the developer and offering over 180 ft of some of the BEST waterfront money can buy this one is truly a rarity. The 6180 sq ft home was completed in 2018 with no expense spared to create this incredible home. 6 bedrooms, a luxurious kitchen, open floor plan, 3 car garage plus golf cart garage, barreled ceilings in the kitchen, custom carved wood beams, a stone bath tub, the list goes on and on. Finding a waterfront home on Lake LBJ with water this good and a house this good is extremely hard to find, much less get your hands on. This is your opportunity. Qualified buyers reach out for more information or to schedule a private tour.
Just SOLD on Lake LBJ
The market may seem slower than usual but there are some deals getting done and we are thankful to be a part of them. Today we have a closing at one of my favorite listings on Lake LBJ at 280 E. Lakeshore in Sunrise Beach. This very special investment opportunity consists of two lots with a total of 100 feet of waterfrontage, an old house on one and a newly built dock on the other. This property was actually under contract 3 times before closing which is actually quite shocking as I believe this to be one of the best deals on Lake LBJ I have seen in a while.
A few weeks ago we closed 827 Sandy Mountain Drive also in Sunrise Beach. This was a 4 bedroom house on over 1 acre of land up on the Sandy Arm of Lake LBJ. This very quiet and natural setting is a special one and for the price, finding a piece of land this big and a house this nice are nearly impossible. We are excited to have sold it for our sellers.
1500 RR 1431 has to be one of the smallest deals we have ever done on Lake LBJ but it still commanded our full attention and best foot forward. This is a 1/1 condo in Kingsland, sold furnished and fully rental ready with a deeded boat slip. This property had previously flooded in 2018 but had been completely rebuilt and was in a very nice condition at closing. The process took a little longer than expected with some delays on the buyer side due to financing but we got it closed and are so happy we did.
If you have ever considered selling your property on Lake LBJ please give us a call. I exclusively sell Lake LBJ Real Estate and have the experienced, market knowledge and resources to make it happen. We KNOW Lake LBJ!
ChatGPT – Why Should I Buyer Lake LBJ Real Estate
Technology is wild but based on this answer I’d say its also very smart. I asked ChatGPT why I would buy Lake LBJ Real Estate and here is what came back:
Buying real estate on Lake LBJ offers several appealing benefits, making it a desirable investment for many:
1. Waterfront Living: Lake LBJ is one of the few constant-level lakes in Texas, meaning the water levels remain stable, providing consistent access to the lake year-round. This makes it ideal for boating, fishing, and other water activities, enhancing the appeal of waterfront properties.
2. Scenic Beauty: The area around Lake LBJ is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque views of the Texas Hill Country. This scenic setting provides a tranquil and attractive environment for both vacation homes and permanent residences.
3. Recreational Opportunities: In addition to water activities, the area offers numerous recreational opportunities, including golfing, hiking, and exploring nearby parks. This makes it a great location for those who enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle.
4. Proximity to Cities: Lake LBJ is conveniently located within driving distance of major cities like Austin and San Antonio. This makes it a great getaway spot that’s still close to urban amenities, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
5. Investment Potential: Real estate on Lake LBJ can be a good long-term investment. Waterfront properties tend to appreciate over time due to their limited availability and high demand. Additionally, these properties can generate rental income if used as vacation rentals.
6. Community and Lifestyle: The communities around Lake LBJ, such as Horseshoe Bay, Marble Falls, and Kingsland, offer a friendly and laid-back lifestyle. These areas have amenities like restaurants, marinas, and golf courses, contributing to a comfortable and enjoyable living experience.
7. Climate: The region has a mild climate, making it a pleasant place to live or vacation year-round.
Overall, Lake LBJ offers a combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and investment potential, making it an attractive option for real estate buyers.
Unfortanetly Chat GPT cannot help you find the BEST deals and opportunities at Lake LBJ. That’s my job and that is why they call me the Lake LBJ Real Estate Expert.
Luxe: Luxury on the Colorado Arm
If you have an appreciation for the finest properties on Lake LBJ you will appreciate this one. J. Angelo Design + Build atop a very special and unique Peninsula on the Colorado Arm of Lake LBJ. Approx. 430 feet of gorgeous shorelines in this very private setting with ideal cove protection on a very busy section of the lake. No expense was sparred in creating this one-of-a-kind luxury home with impeccable architecture, attention to detail, design and execution on what I consider to be the BEST street in Kingsland. The ideal lake retreat with big open living spaces, both indoor and outdoor, that take full advantage of the beauty lakeside setting. 4 bedroom main house with water views from every room, an elevator plus 2 bedroom guest house offering plenty of room for family and friends, ample green space and parking. This very special home was completed in 2020 and is currently in final planning stages of a new pool being added to the property. The home can be purchased fully furnished for a turn-key hand off to make the opportunity that much better. This truly unique home and property are in classes of their own, in a location that is booming with very high end redevelopment. When you combine them together you achieve what I consider to be BEST of Lake LBJ Real Estate.
This home is not currently offered for sale publicly but is available as a private offering. For more details and information please reach out at (512) 786-1515
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