Our newest listing on Lake Marble Falls is one to get excited about.  For those that have been focusing on Lake LBJ Real Estate I invite you to go outside of your comfort zone and take a peak inside what I consider to be one of the BEST kept secrets in the Texas Hill Country.  I personally love Lake Marble Falls for a few reasons: great location, calm and very deep water, and a lot less boat traffic compared to Lake LBJ.  The location, right inside the city of Marble Falls and within walking distance to shops and restaurants like Bluebonnet Cafe, Bear King Brewery, and downtown Main Street is hard to beat!

This brand new build with just over 4300 sq. ft. offers a soft contemporary style with a warm design to create the ideal Lake Home.  5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, two living rooms, multiple outdoor spaces, a beautiful pool and a two-story, partially covered boat dock with boat lift.  Compare this to similar homes on Lake LBJ and I believe you will instantly realize the value this home has to offer.  Qualified buyers reach out for more information or to learn more about Lake Marble Falls Real Estate.  We hope to hear from you soon!

2121 CR 402 in Marble Falls, Texas is everything you have been dreaming of in a Texas Hill Country Retreat.  Best of both worlds with fantastic waterfront on the lower Colorado River connected to Lake Travis with boat dock built across 8.72 acres of prime Texas land with no restrictions.  This 4 bed, 3 bath single story home with 2698 sq ft was completely renovated in 2015 by well known design firm Ryan Street and Assoc. out of Austin, Texas known for their ultra-luxury homes that typically do not sell for under $5,000,000, many much higher than that.  4 beds, 3 baths with secondary living space used as a media room / playroom, incredible outdoor living spaces that overlook this breathtaking setting including basketball court.  The unrestricted nature of this incredible piece of real estate allows for endless possibilities and the close proximity to Austin, Marble Falls and San Antonio make the location ideal for a Hill Country escape.  This property is aggressively priced at $989,000 and when you step inside will immediately see the incredible value that awaits you.  Give me a call at (512) 786-1515 for more information on this valuable piece of Texas Hill Country Real Estate.

List of items remodeled by seller in 2015:

• Converted old living room space into bunk room and office
• Added Master bedroom and bath with custom windows and painted planking. Encaustic cement tiles in bathroom with custom cabinetry
• Added game room
• Reframed cased openings in kitchen and dining
• Replaced and added French doors on the back
• All new doors and windows except for girls room and living room windows
• Added painted planking in master and through hallway and dining room
• Repainted whole house. Re-stained beams in living room
• New carpet
• New flooring throughout house
• New countertops, cabinetry, hardware, lighting and floors in guest bath
• New countertops, re painted cabinets, new floor, hardware and lighting in hallway bath
• All new plumbing fixtures everywhere except for tub in guest bath
• Hardwired reading lights for every bunk bed
• New lighting and hardware throughout house
• Re-painted kitchen cabinets, new countertop, encaustic cement tile backsplash and new appliances (except microwave in kitchen. New farm sink and plumbing fixtures
• Savant lighting and AV system with speakers in dining, living, kitchen and master
• Security system
• New garage doors and operators
• Upgrades to boat dock
• New water filtration system and storage tank
• New lake pump
• Upgraded and added to septic system
• New exterior board and batten siding
• Painted brick
• New roof
• Added side porch off of guest room
• Lueders limestone flooring on front porch and walkway from driveway
• Installation of driveway/ basketball court
• Installation of steel bed and landscaping in front
• All new exterior lighting
• New countertops at outside grill area
• New landing at top of the boat dock stairs
• Added split rail fence
• Replaced motor in front automatic gate and new keypad
• New hot water heater

This excellent commercial property is listed at $125,000 and would be a good investment for any business owner working in or around the Lake LBJ real estate market. Contact me at (512) 786-1515 for more information – Eric Carvajal TREC#0551482

In case you have not noticed, things have been booming in Marble Falls, Texas and we see that as a great sign for the Lake LBJ Real Estate market.  HEB recently tore down Beall’s along with the Mustang Lube and relocated it across the street to make room for a new Grocery Store.  The construction of the new HEB is underway with a scheduled opening date of Late February 2018.  You may have also noticed a new Chick-Fil-A located on 281 just North of 1431 just opened and, as expected, is doing very well.  Across the street is a new Panda Express that is nearing completion and should open soon with a nice contemporary design to the building.  Last week Burger King held its Grand Opening of the new store in Marble Falls located at the corner of 1431 and 281 and the line has not died down since it opened.  Baylor Scott and White opened a new regional hospital a few years ago and business there has really picked up offering a great resource for our areas.

It no surprise that all of these great businesses are flocking to Marble Falls to capitalize on the growth and healthy economy.  This area has so much to offer in terms of quality of life, beauty and affordability and as surrounding cities continue to expand towards the area, we should expect more businesses moving to this region!  Congratulations Marble Falls.

If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about Lake LBJ real estate or Marble Falls Real Estate contact us today at (512) 786-1515

Great news for you Lake LBJ Real Estate owners!  Sweet Berry Farms in Marble Falls will be opening this weekend and will stay open until November 6th (closed on Wednesdays).  If you are looking for some great fall family fun, this is an excellent opportunity for the entire family.Stuff Your Own Scarecrow

• • Scarecrow Island Hayrides
  • Candy Corn Hay Maze for children
  • The ‘Texas’ Hayfield Maze for ages 6 and up
  • Sweet Berry Express Barrel Train
  • Pick Your Own Flowers
  • Ice Cream
  • Jumping Pillows for bouncing fun
  • Make your own Sandart design
  • Listen to the Piano Man
  • Picnic tables for you to enjoy
  • Open spaces for the kids to run
  • Pet the Horses and Goats

Additional weekend activities include:

• • Horse Rides (October weekends only)
  • Face Painting
  • Pumpkin Grille

As your Lake LBJ Real Estate expert I believe supporting local businesses in the area is in your best interest and will ultimately help the value of your waterfront property on Lake LBJ.  More importantly Sweet Berry Farms offers a great opportunity to enjoy the Texas Hill Country right in your own back yard.  For details and more information visit their website at www.sweetberryfarm.com/ .

Exciting news for Lake LBJ goers!  Chick-Fil-A has submitted plans to build its newest location right here in Marble Falls, Texas.  According to city officials the proposed located is at the corner of  Commerce and the 2100 block of U.S. 281, the site of the former Edgar Funeral Home.  Chick-fil-A is expected to be open in early 2017 and will make a huge addition to the city of Marble Falls offering a nice option for fast food.

This really is a sign of all of the expansion and growth the region is seeing and in my opinion great news for Lake LBJ Real Estate.  As Austin continues to expand out west and surrounding major Texas cities continue to bust at the seems with new people the demand for waterfront in Texas has shot through the roof.  Its also nice to know that some big companies such as Chick-fil-A are seeing Marble Falls as a place they can get the volume they need for success.

If you or someone you know is ready to invest in Lake LBJ Real Estate or would like to talk more about the current market, contact me at (512) 786-1515

This is hands down the best waterfront deal in the Highland Lakes! 2 waterfront lots, each with 46.5 waterfront ft, side by side being sold together as a package deal for $300,000.  This lots are located on the main body of Lake Marble Falls on the way to Horseshoe Bay about 1/4 mile away from Starbucks.  Waterside is a small development with 14 total lots.  Of the 14, 3 have been built on.  The neighborhood restrictions require a minimum of 2000 sq ft and because of the flood plain the houses will need to be built up out with the first floor being open air.

I have met with a builder that has given me an estimation of $175-$200/ft to build on these lots based on neighborhood requirements and there may be some wiggle room if both are built at the same.  If I was doing this project, I would build 2000-2500 sq ft on each lot with a small pool and boat house and I would target a sales price of 800-900k depending on finishes.

THESE LOTS WILL NOT LAST LONG! Come take a look and you will see what an opportunity this really is!  Contact me today at (512) 786-1515 for more information.

As Lake LBJ real estate continues to rise, some buyers are forced to look elsewhere for affordable opportunities within their budget.  Interestingly, prices on Lake LBJ have skyrocketed in the last few years but that trend has not been so evident on nearby Lake LBJ, leaving room for some great opportunity.

My newest listing on Lake Marble Falls is a package of two, adjacent waterfront tracts in well known Waterside Cottages neighborhood.  This small gated subdivision is located off of HWY 2147 in between Marble Falls and Horseshoe Bay.  This two lots together have a total of approximately 93 ft of water, incredible views and a perfect building site to construct your dream home on Lake Marble Falls.  The package is priced at $300,000 and when you look at the comps in the neighborhood you will find that this is a very good deal.  More importantly, when compared to nearby Lake LBJ waterfront lots you will not find this type of water at a price anywhere close to this one.

While Marble Falls is no Lake LBJ, it is a very nice lake for boating and fishing and offers the great convenience of being very close to the city of Marble Falls and accessible to all the shops and restaurants you have come to love.  I have spent a good amount of time boating, particularly surfing on Lake Marble Falls and I have to say it really is quite nice.  Because the lake is smaller you have much less boat traffic and the peaceful environment and majestic scenery is hard to beat.

This just might be the right opportunity to create your waterfront getaway!  Contact me today at (512) 786-1515 or to learn more about the Waterside Cottages in Marble Falls.

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

Marble Falls Lake Fest

This event is great for the local economy and in my opinion good for values of Lake LBJ Real Estate. The event brings money to the local economy, creates jobs and brings people to the Marble Falls area. When people come to Marble Falls and eat at places like the Blue Bonnet Cafe they tend to inquire about Lake LBJ real estate.

Lake LBJ is one of the hottest real estate markets in Texas and prices are slowly climbing as inventory drops and more and more people purchase waterfront homes on Lake LBJ. If you are interested in learning more about Lake LBJ real estate or for more information on the Marble Falls Lake Fest, contact me at (512) 786-1515

If you would like more information about this project or for information on purchasing Lake LBJ real estate, contact me at (512) 786-1515.

Currently there are 306 active, waterfront homes on Lake LBJ for sale ranging from $69,000 to $7.9 million. If you are even considering the sale of your home you must first understand the mentality of the buyer (and rightfully so). The buyer has options when it comes to Lake LBJ Real Estate. 306 of them to be exact. The buyer is smarter with their money and is looking for a good investment because there exists supply.

Good properties on lake LBJ will sell fast if they are priced right. Good properties on Lake LBJ will take a very long time to sell and will sell for much less than they are worth if they are priced wrong.

Take a moment to browse through some of these waterfront listings on Lake LBJ (if you even need to) to understand that there is a good amount of inventory and if you want to sell, you must make your property attractive to the waterfront buyer. When your trusted Lake LBJ real estate professional gives you sound advice about how to price your waterfront home on Lake LBJ, pay attention because Eric Carvajal knows the market. I am active, not only working with a good amount of waterfront buyers but also walking my dog in the neighborhood and cruising around Lake LBJ on my bike. I am living and breathing Lake LBJ real estate and it takes that type of passion, vision, and experience to truly understand the market. Does an agent really know the market if they have not been out on a boat on Lake LBJ this year?

When someone calls me to sell their home, they are essentially asking me to tell them what I think I can sell it for and how much it will cost. I am never looking to take on a listing I don’t believe in. I want to sell good properties to good buyers at a good price. Thats a deal and deals get done. I want to provide realistic information to property owners on Lake LBJ so that they can make educated decisions regarding their families and their future. If I allow you to over price your home, aren’t I doing you a disservice?

If you are ever considering selling your waterfront home on Lake LBJ or interested in talking Lake LBJ real estate, give me a call at (512) 786-1515.

If you are looking for a good place to eat around Lake LBJ, dont miss the Blue Bonnet Cafe in Marble Falls! Blue Bonnet Cafe a remarkable restaurant where friends and neighbors go for their famous breakfast and magnificent pies. With so many people coming to the restaurant on a daily basis the restaurant has been working to expand the restaurant for larger capacity. Do not be scared of the lines as this is one of the most efficient restaurants that I have seen!

This cafe is known for their home cooked meals and they severe anything from sandwiches and salads to pot roast. Some familiar faces that have been to this cafe are President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, Ethan Hawke, James Lovell, Lyle Lovett, Joel Olsteen and Texas Governor Rick Perry.

Blue Bonnet Cafe has awards in many categories here are a few.

• Best Breakfast in Texas – Texas Highways Magazine
• Top 10 Restaurants in Texas – Texas Highways Magazine
• Top 100 Breakfasts – Travel & Leisure Magazine
• Best in Texas – Ride Magazine
• Best Breakfast in Texas – Ride Magazine

• Best Restaurant – The Highlander
• Best Service – The Highlander
• Best Breakfast – The Highlander
• Best Dessert – The Highlander

The Blue Bonnet Cafe is a place you do not want to miss if you are in the Lake LBJ area. Whether you are passing through or visiting your Lake LBJ real estate, I strongly recommend you make a special stop for some pie!

If you need additional information on the Blue Bonnet Cafe or for assistance with your Lake LBJ real estate search, contact me at (512) 786-1515

For anyone that owns a Lake LBJ Real Estate in Granite Shoals, Sunrise Beach, or Horseshoe Bay, you know that deer can be problematic. Last night I pulled up to my waterfront home and noticed a ton of deer in the yard. I could aslo see that the yard did not look as nice as it usually did; it looked torn and pulled.

I decided to head up to the local Home Depot in Marble Falls and found a chemical that claims to repel the dear. I figured I would share my experience and then follow up in a few weeks and let you know if I notice a difference. The largest bottle of this stuff was $25 approximately which came with a sprayer. The attendant told me to spray the perimeter of the yard and then go back and actually spray the area inside the perimeter.

This stuff smelled horrible. Words cannot describe how bad it really smells and be careful because you dont want your significant other smelling this on you or you will be in the dog house. I believe the idea is that this stuff has a terrible odor that the deer dont like and it will prevent them from laying up in the sprayed areas.

The sprayer actually did not work but luckily I had a sprayer for a pesticide that I used with this chemical. It was very easy to spray the substance, although the smell was very prevalent. I sprayed the perimeter and then finished off by spraying inside the areas all over the yard.

Hopefully this product will do the trick help me keep my Lake LBJ Real Estate in top condition. I will keep you updated on my findings in a few weeks. In the mean time if you have questions about this product or Lake LBJ Real Estate, contact me at (512) 786-1515

Granite Shoals native Leo Manzano wins a silver medal for the United States at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Leo Manzano finished in second place, just .71 seconds behind the gold medal winner Taoufik Makhloufi of Algeria in the mens 1500 meter run. Thanks to Leo Manzano, the United States has it’s first metal in the men’s 1500m run since 1968.

Leo Manzano grew up in Granite Shoals and attended Marble Falls high school where he excelled in the sport. Leo Manzano went on to run at The University of Texas at Austin, was a four time NCAA champion and holds the school record in the 1500m run.

The city of Granite Shoals, nestled in the Texas Hill Country on Lake LBJ, recently received a grant to fund the Leonel Manzano Hike, Bike and Run Trails to be built at the Municipal complex and will contain a 2 mile and 1/2 mile public trail for the community. This type of publicity and municipal improvements is great for the city of Granite Shoals as well as investors looking to purchase waterfront property on Lake LBJ.

If you would like more information about Lake LBJ Real Estate or for assistance with your Lake LBJ waterfront home search, contact me at (512) 786-1515.

Saturday morning will start early with gates opening at 7 am with qualifying races running all day long and the Racer’s reunion that evening. Gates will again open on Sunday morning at 7am with opening ceremonies beginning at 11am. There is over $100,000 in prize money which will be awarded to the winners, making this great event! For those of you that own Lake LBJ real estate and will be in town for the weekend be sure to stop by this incredible event on Lake Marble Falls

For tickets and information, visit www.MarbleFallsLakeFest.com. For more information on Lake Fest 2012 or for information on Lake LBJ Real Estate contact me at (512) 786-1515.

This is great news for Lake LBJ real estate values as viable healthcare is a necessary element to any retirement community. Currently there are many retirees that have relocated to the Marble Falls area and have purchased waterfront homes on Lake LBJ but without great healthcare facilities in the general viscinity its hard for this to be sustainable. Many of these Lake LBJ property owners are forced to sell their homes and move closer in to the major cities.

Hopefully this hospital will stay on track and Lake LBJ real estate can continue to prosper. For more information on the new hospital in Marble Falls, Texas or for assistance with Lake LBJ real estate, contact me at your convenience at (512) 786-1515