If you are in the market for an affordable Lake LBJ getaway look no further than 1833 Highland Drive in the Noble section of Highland Haven. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath single-story home is cozy and cute and ready to be enjoyed for many years to come. Open floorplan with country kitchen, large living and dining all looking out onto the beautiful lake. Additional living space offers flexibility for extra sleeping or a place for multiple families to spread out and play! Beautiful wooden deck outside the home just a few steps away from the lake. The grassy yard is perfectly shaded by a majestic Live Oak which provides wonderful shade all year around and the southern breeze makes it the ideal spot to enjoy Lake LIfe. This property has a steel-constructed boat dock with concrete decking so you can be sure your toys are protected! This area of Highland Haven does not have restrictions against short-term rentals and would make a great cash flowing investment. Qualified buyers reach out for more information and to schedule a private tour of this fantastic piece of Lake LBJ Real Estate!

2900 Bridge at Boat Town Burger Bar in Kingsland, Texas

Many people have been asking what I foresee in the Lake LBJ real estate market, after the historic flood.  While the flood significantly damaged many properties on the lake I don’t believe you will see a big dip in the value of Lake LBJ Real Estate and here is why:

1. Most, if not all, recently built properties on Lake LBJ did not flood.  These homes were built based on the most recent flood map update and were built to current flood specifications so these homes were not effected

2. Properties that did flood were properties that were known to have a real flood risk.  I have spoken to many owners that did not carry flood insurance on these properties and gave the reason of the high cost to not carry.  This high cost is high because of the fact that there was and is a significant flood risk.  There may be a few opportunities in this category for flooded properties but if the properties are not taken into current flood standards its hard to believe they will be good investments.  If a particular property has the main living areas elevated and only had a flooded basement that was built to withstand the flood then there is not much to worry about and these are still great properties although flood coverage wont be cheap.

3. For older homes that have the top of the finished flood below the base flood elevation these homes likely need to be torn down.  In most cases the county is going to require them to be rebuilt/relocated on higher ground and any properties not brought up to current flood standards will be hard to insure.  These are the properties that incurred the most damage but most of these homes lie on prime waterfront properties and they won’t sell below land value.  There are many investors in the market place for good pieces of develop-able land so these properties will be in high demand

So where then does the opportunity lie?  I believe the best option for buying a good deal on Lake LBJ will be to focus on non-flooded properties that have been on the market for a long time.  In some cases (not all) owners will be ready to “Move on” and negotiate aggressively to get a deal done. The sellers are happy to have escaped the flood but felt the pressure and wont to remove the potential risk from their portfolio.  In a second home market its rare that anyone is broke given the strength of the economy so I don’t expect all sellers to be motivated but I encourage buyers to hire the LBJ Expert (ME!) so I can help you capitalize on this opportunity.  In fact I have a few potential targets as we speak.

As for prime, non-flooded properties – In my opinion these homes just had their value proved.  Homes built on high ground will be more valuable then flooded homes and for anyone that had a worry about flooding we now have real, relevant information hat shows which properties are safe and which are not.

If you have questions about the market or would like to discuss the current opportunities for Lake LBJ real estate give me a call at (512) 786-1515.  Hope to hear from you soon!

Many buyers on Lake LBJ want the instant gratification that comes with buying an existing house on LBJ. The decision to buy Lake LBJ real estate if often an impulse buy, but for those with patience, there are some great opportunities. Buying a waterfront lot and building your dream home can be a great move on Lake LBJ.

Most of the homes you find in neighborhoods like Granite Shoals, Highland Haven, Blue Lake and Sunrise Beach are typically older built homes without some of the perks of a new home. High ceilings , energy efficiencies and contemporary floor plans are just a few reasons why buying a waterfront lot on Lake LBJ and building can be an excellent move. The simple fact that most people prefer to buy something existing, means that lots typically trade at more opportune pricing as the demand is lower. With waterfront lots on Lake LBJ, days on market is typically longer and there is often times some excellent opportunities as prices are dropped. New construction trades at a premium and are in high demand so resale value is typically much higher on a new construction home.

Lots with existing, newly built boat houses can be a great purchase as some of the costs associated with building new are already taken care of. Before building, be sure to consult the Lake LBJ expert for assistance finding waterfront lots on Lake LBJ. Contact me today at (512) 786-1515

That’s right! It is that time of the year my friends when everyone and their grandma are out and about looking for Lake LBJ Real Estate. Because of its proximity to Austin and San Antonio, the new Scott and White hospital being built in Marble Falls and the beautiful Texas weather, all eyes are on Lake LBJ Real Estate!

Inventory is pretty low but there are still some great deals to be had on waterfront property on Lake LBJ. If you or someone you know is interested in purchasing a waterfront home on Lake LBJ, give me a call. We now have offices in Blue Lake Estates and Sunrise Beach to better serve our clients. We also have some very good off-market, pocket and preMLS waterfront listings that will be coming online soon.

Whether you are interested in Granite Shoals, Kingsland, Horseshoe Bay, Highland Haven or Apple Head Island we have you covered! Give me a call today and let me show you “ins” and “outs” of Lake LBJ Real Estate.

Eric Carvajal

(512) 786-1515

Searching for Lake LBJ real estate can be a huge challenge, especially in current market conditions. Low inventory levels and high demand have made the real estate market at Lake LBJ a tough one to navigate.

Working with a real estate expert that knows the area, and more importantly has relationships with local property owners and brokers is critical to finding the right property. The Carvajal Group has access to many off-market, pocket and preMLS listings that most agents and brokers cannot find you. What is listed in MLS or online may be only a fraction of what is actually out there and available.

More importantly, The Carvajal Group, goes far above the call of duty by knocking on doors and using direct mail to contact owners about the possibility of selling their waterfront home on Lake LBJ. This strategy has proven very successful and we have been able to get, for our clients, the homes they wanted even when they were not listed.

If you are searching for Lake LBJ real estate and want to work with an active Broker that has access to good waterfront inventory, contact me today at (512) 786-1515.

117 Robin Rd. is situated in one of the most sought after neighborhoods on Lake LBJ, Highland Haven. With +/-333.8 linear feet of beautiful waterfront which creates a perfect peninsula for year around Lake LBJ enjoyment. The property is full of very mature trees and has an existing 2,909 sq. ft. home built in 1970. The property also has a separate enclosed swimming pool with hot tub. The main house is a 3 bed, 2 bath home with a large living room with fireplace plus family room with fireplace and bonus room. There is also an enclosed sun room. The entire lot has a retaining wall in place in very good condition and two existing boat houses with slips and electric lifts. The home has has great bones for a remodel or can easily be leveled for a dream build. The price of this property $665,000 and the owners are very motivated to sell the home quickly.

If you are looking for waterfront homes in Highland Haven or for assistance with Lake LBJ Real Estate contact me at (830) 265-0113

There are some great deals out there in areas like Granite Shoals, Sunrise Beach, Highland Haven, and Kingsland for the under $1 Million dollar buyer and also some very nice opportunities in Horseshoe Bay and Applehead Island for the big money buyers.

If you are looking at waterfront homes on Lake LBJ contact me today at (512) 786-1515 and let Lake LBJ’s top broker find your dream home.

The opportunity to purchase Lake LBJ real estate is here, right now! If you wait, you will still be able to buy a nice waterfront home on Lake LBJ but it will cost you more.

After a few discussions with local mortgage brokers it is the consensus that interest rates will rise about 1 full point by the end of 2013. This means that the cost of financing real estate will go up as we move through the year. With interest rates already bottoming out in the 3rd and 4th quarter of 2012, this rate increase is expected.

During the winter months, waterfront transactions on Lake LBJ slow down with the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years) and with the cold weather making a lake house seem unnecessary. Seller’s that have been listed for a while saw a slow down in showing activity which can create a feeling of desperation. Now that we have made it through the election and the fiscal cliff scare buyers are regaining their confidence and will start investing at an increasing rate.

There are some wonderful opportunities out on Lake LBJ and if you are even thinking about purchasing I recommend moving now. The opportunity to buy Lake LBJ real estate will not be this good for a very long time, if ever.

There are some wonderful properties in areas like Granite Shoals, Sunrise Beach, and Highland Haven that only need a small amount of work to make them a real Lake LBJ gem.

Contact me today if you would like more information on Lake LBJ real estate or for assistance with your Lake LBJ real estate search.