Marble Falls Real Estate- Folks Who Love a Small Town Lifestyle and Outdoor Recreation Love Living in Marble Falls
Home buyers looking for a small town lifestyle surrounded by beautiful lakes in the Hill Country are drawn to the real estate listings for sale in Marble Falls. Listings vary from attractive, affordable homes in established suburbs to large custom-built estates with gorgeous lakefront vistas.
Situated in Burnet County, Marble Falls is less than an hour northwest of Austin, and Austin Bergstrom International Airport is just over an hour away. Located at the heart of the Texas Hill Country where Lake LBJ meets Lake Marble Falls, Marble Falls’ has been growing steadily over the past decade. The current population is 7,200, a figure that is projected to rise in the years ahead.
“I was born and raised in Dallas but when I came to visit Marble Falls, I fell in love with the city,” says real estate owner Shannon Smith. “I did not know back then that I would end up staying here, but I never left since visiting in 1993. The nature, the beautiful water surrounding us everywhere, the wildlife, and an excellent art and music community with plenty to do without ever leaving town, has made Marble Falls my home forever.”
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Contact RobbyA Long, Progressive History
After the construction of a railroad nearby in 1887, General Adam Rankin Johnson established the town and started selling real estate in Marble Falls. The town is located on the banks of Lake Marble Falls and Lake LBJ. The falls, which were flooded by the creation of the lake, fell over a shelf of limestone that was mistaken for marble. Hence the name, Marble Falls.
Incorporated in 1907, Marble Falls made history in 1917 by electing Ophelia Crosby “Birdie” Harwood as the nation’s first woman mayor. This was 3 years before women were allowed to vote.
Retail Roundup: Marble Falls Area Shopping, Dining and Entertainment
Marble Falls has a selection of popular, quality restaurants serving down-home comfort foods, Tex-Mex, barbecue, Italian, Thai, Chinese and Japanese food, as well as a number of area taverns and bars. Just ask people who live here. Homeowners don’t need to venture far to enjoy themselves.
The Main Street District has restaurants, shops, a farmer’s market and a movie theater. Marble Falls is also home to an HEB, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe’s and Bealls, where locals buy much of what they need. Specialty boutiques on prime downtown real estate offer clothing, furniture, antiques, beauty and bath supplies, and gifts for sale.
There are also a number of live music venues in town, and locals enjoy supporting all the arts. The annual “Paint the Town” competition includes an Artfest as well as an Art Auction. Local wineries take advantage of the moderate climate and Marble Falls’ picturesque real estate to attract tourists from around the state. To accommodate overnight visitors, there are several motels and hotels with breathtaking views of the lake.
Let’s Go Fishing!
People who love water sports, love living in Marble Falls. The city is located on the banks of Lake Marble Falls and Lake LBJ, both a part of the Highland Lakes, the largest chain of lakes in Texas. Even better, the lakes are stocked with several species of fish for recreational fishing.
In addition to fishing, outdoors enthusiasts enjoy paddle boarding, boating, and kayaking on one of the two adjacent lakes, which are major draws for outdoor fun in Marble Falls. And folks who prefer outdoor recreational activities on solid ground also have plenty to choose from in Marble Falls. In fact, the Park and Recreation Department maintains a total of 14 parks throughout the city, with over 123 acres of prime real estate dedicated to the enjoyment of Marble Falls’ residents.
Lace Up Your Skates, Pack a Picnic or Play a Friendly Match of Tennis
Falls Creek Park and Skatepark has picnic tables, BBQ pits, a canoe-launch area and is home to the popular 12,000 square foot concrete and granite skatepark. This is a local hotspot for young “extreme” sports enthusiasts with skateboards, in-line skates, scooters and BMX freestyle bikes allowed. The park is opened daily.
Scenic Johnson Park includes an amphitheater, three open-air pavilions, picnic tables, BBQ pits, playscapes, softball fields, sand volleyball courts, horseshoe pits and a boat ramp. There is also a designated leash free zone for dogs. Events held here include the Lakefest Drag Boat Races, Highland Lakes Chili Cook-off, Mayfest, Children’s Day and Scoutarama.
Lakeside Park is located on a lovely spread of real estate along the magnificent Lake Marble Falls. Amenities include a swimming pool, pavilions, covered picnic tables, BBQ pits, tennis and basketball courts, and boat ramps. Another popular park, Westside Park covers thirteen acres of creekside real estate along Backbone Creek with playgrounds, tetherball courts, BBQ grills, an open air Pavilion and a nine-hole disc golf course for a fun filled day in the sun the whole family can enjoy.
Good Schools and Medical Facilities in Marble Falls
When they are not out in the fresh air having fun, kids in Marble Falls receive a quality education. The Marble Falls Independent School District has a growing enrollment and currently serves 4,000 students from Marble Falls and surrounding towns. Marble Falls Elementary School, Middle School and Marble Falls High School are all rated “academically acceptable” by the Texas Education Agency.
As Marble Falls continues to grow, so does its healthcare infrastructure. Scott & White Specialty Clinic and Seton Marble Falls Healthcare Center both furnish primary care and specialists for local residents. Soon, in the fall of 2014, Scott & White Hospital-Marble Falls open. It will open as a 46-bed facility with plans to expand to more than 80 beds.
“Marble Falls…for a Weekend or a Lifetime.”
Long known for its abundant outdoor recreation, Marble Falls is an increasingly popular residential community of home owners in search of the elusive balance between small town charm and big city convenience. With its affordable real estate, solid infrastructure of good schools and quality healthcare, as well as an impressive selection of shopping, dining and entertainment, it’s easy to see why so many home buyers are attracted to Marble Falls.
“I find that I never have to leave Marble Falls; everything I need is right here,” explains Shannon Smith. “We all try to support local businesses and our strong sense of community is committed to keeping Marble Falls one of the most heavenly cities in the world.”
Quite fitting –the motto of the city reads-“Marble Falls…for a weekend or a lifetime.”
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