Lake Granbury Homes for Sale & Lake Guide
Lake Granbury is a long, winding lake on the Brazos River in Hood County, wrapping right around the town of Granbury and its historic square. Owned by the Brazos River Authority, it covers about 8,300 acres and is lined with lake neighborhoods, from DeCordova and Pecan Plantation to older streets close to downtown.
Lake Granbury has a wide mix of waterfront homes, and each cove and canal is different. We’ll help you compare water depth, dock permits and how each spot handles a dry summer. Book a time to talk and we’ll help you find the right spot on the lake.
Why People Move to Lake Granbury
- Lake town living: a historic square, restaurants and City Beach right on the water
- Lots of choices: waterfront homes from small lake cottages to golf course and gated communities
- Docks allowed with a permit: owners can build docks and boathouses with a Brazos River Authority permit
- About an hour to Fort Worth: Hood County living with the Metroplex in reach
Lake Granbury Real Estate Snapshot
Lake Granbury homes range from older lake cottages and canal homes to custom homes in gated communities like DeCordova Bend and Pecan Plantation. Price depends on the water: open-water views, a deep-water dock and a straight shoreline sell at a premium, while shallow coves and canals usually cost less. We always look at how a lot reaches the water and how it fares when the lake drops. For current prices and new listings, see the live listings at the bottom of this page.
Docks, Permits and Lake Levels
The Brazos River Authority manages Lake Granbury. Docks, boathouses, bulkheads and other structures on the water need a BRA permit, and the permit should transfer with the home at closing. We check the permit on every existing dock before you buy.
Lake Granbury is a water supply lake, so levels can drop in a drought, and some shallow coves and canals can get hard to navigate. Septic systems near the lake are permitted through Hood County. We look at both before you make an offer.
Things to Do on Lake Granbury
- Granbury Historic Square: shops, restaurants and the Granbury Opera House a short walk from the water
- City Beach Park: a sandy public beach right by downtown
- Boating: marinas, waterfront restaurants and plenty of room for skiing and tubing
- Fishing: largemouth bass, white bass, striped bass and catfish
Lake Granbury Schools
Most homes on the lake are served by Granbury ISD, with Tolar and Lipan ISD in some outlying areas. Boundaries can split neighborhoods, so we confirm the school district for every address before you buy.
Towns Around the Lake
Granbury · DeCordova · Pecan Plantation · Acton · Tolar · Lipan · Cresson
Your Lake Granbury Real Estate Team
We drive out to show lake homes across North Texas and know what to check on every lake. We’ll show you what the listings don’t tell you about a lake home: water depth at the dock, dock permits, flood elevation, septic, and which coves stay boatable in a dry summer. Selling? Your lake home gets Premier Agent placement on Zillow and Homes.com, professional photography, digital floor plans, and boosted social media ads.
Lake Granbury Real Estate FAQs
Can I build a dock on Lake Granbury?
Yes, with a permit from the Brazos River Authority. Existing dock permits should transfer to the new owner at closing.
Who owns Lake Granbury?
The Brazos River Authority owns and manages the lake.
Does Lake Granbury go down in a drought?
Yes. It is a water supply lake, and levels can drop in dry years. Some shallow coves and canals get hard to navigate, so we check water depth before you buy.
How far is Lake Granbury from Fort Worth?
About an hour by car to downtown Fort Worth.
What school district serves Lake Granbury?
Mostly Granbury ISD, with Tolar and Lipan ISD in some outlying areas.