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Old 09-11-2011, 01:34 PM
 
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Hi,

I've just finished a year in Houston after 10 years of being of an Austinite and am ready to move back. I nearly got ran off the road and flicked off for no good reason on my way home on I-45, that might be the last straw for me with Houston; it's a big, mean, nasty city with few redeeming qualities, and even though I was born in Houston, I'm an ex longhorn and miss the lakes, hills, and co-eds.

Does anyone have opinions on Lake Travis homes? I'm a single guy and Could go up to $500,000 if I found something with waterfront access (I'd be putting 50%+ down). Something where I could dock my boat in my backyard would be ideal. This is basically my dream home setup. With that said, I don't need more than a 3/2 2000 sq ft place; but I don't want a condo because I'm sick of it after 10 years of that lifestyle. I'm ready for a house.

Does anyone have suggestions on what part of the lake to look at? Lago Vista? Lakeway? Spicewood? I'm not an every day commuter (I'd be commuting only once per month) so proximity to the city isn't critical.

Is something like this possible on my budget or am I out of my league?

Thanks!
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Old 09-11-2011, 02:04 PM
 
Location: Round Rock, Texas
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Old 09-11-2011, 04:13 PM
 
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Well, living on the lake would be nice...when there's water in it.
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Old 09-11-2011, 04:50 PM
 
Location: Texas Hill Country
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I would think somewhere on the Northshore if you only commute in once a month I would go to Lake Buchanan and look there also.
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Old 09-11-2011, 05:05 PM
 
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I would think that most lakefront houses on Lake Travis now have their docks sitting on dry land. You might get a better price that way, and we all assume it will rain again at some point. But it wouldn't be an anchorage for your boat right now. Some of the lakes further up the chain have constant levels.
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Old 09-11-2011, 06:12 PM
 
Location: Central Texas
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Well, living on the lake would be nice...when there's water in it.
There is lots of water in the lake, even when it is 45 feet below full.
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Old 09-11-2011, 06:19 PM
 
Location: Central Texas
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I would think that most lakefront houses on Lake Travis now have their docks sitting on dry land. You might get a better price that way, and we all assume it will rain again at some point. But it wouldn't be an anchorage for your boat right now. Some of the lakes further up the chain have constant levels.
Although I can't prove it, I think it not true that "most" lakefront homes have dock on dry land. Homes in small or shallow coves probably do have their docks on land now. But homes on the main body (all over) or those on cliff-like spots are probably fine.

Now might be a good time to shop. You'll see the quality of the water in front of the property. Perhaps prices are down with the lake so low.

For $500K I think you will have the best chance for something nice on the north shore. South shore for that price will probably not have good lake access, or it will be in the flood plane. You might have a chance further up 71 in Spicewood or Briarcliff.
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Old 09-11-2011, 09:24 PM
 
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Although I can't prove it, I think it not true that "most" lakefront homes have dock on dry land. Homes in small or shallow coves probably do have their docks on land now. But homes on the main body (all over) or those on cliff-like spots are probably fine.
You may be right. My experience is mostly with Lakeway, which has more little inlets and not as many cliffs as the other side, I think.
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Old 11-02-2011, 08:34 PM
 
Location: Avery Ranch, Austin, TX
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I am a local Realtor www.ShopLakeTravisHomes.com. You can get a home for $350,000 waterfront in Spicewood. You can also find one closer to Lakeway for more. But there are other options. Maybe a water view and you either are part of a boat club or dock yoru boat. I too was born and raised in Houston (Bellaire) but came here for college, moved away for a short time but found myself back to this beautiful city. If you would like to talk please call 512-828-1257. I can set you up on a MLS search if you would like.
Three words, Roxy...T-O-S
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Old 11-02-2011, 08:36 PM
 
Location: Austin, TX
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Now might be a great time to buy. You can inspect the property and possibly make repairs to boat structures that normally are covered with water but are now on dry land.
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