Katie Johnston - Keller Williams Realty

Lake Travis has changed dramatically over the last decade, and the conversations I’m hearing lately are about much more than just home prices.

Traffic, growth, infrastructure, schools, development, and long-term planning are all becoming bigger topics around the lake.

I recently contributed local MLS housing and subdivision data to a long-range Lake Travis Fire Rescue planning report, and I put together a blog article breaking down some of the housing, growth, and infrastructure trends that stood out to me.

One thing I always remind people is that broad Austin real estate headlines rarely tell the full story around Lake Travis. Different neighborhoods, waterfront areas, and growth corridors can all behave very differently depending on location and long-term development patterns.

As someone who grew up in Hudson Bend and has watched this area evolve firsthand, I think these larger community planning conversations are important and genuinely interesting.

I linked the full article below if you’d like to read it.
https://laketravis.kw.com/blog/what-the-latest-ltfr-growth-report-reveals-about-lake-travis

Not every buyer who wants the Lake Travis lifestyle needs to own waterfront property or have neighborhood water access.

Many Lake Travis residents enjoy the lake through marina slips, boat club memberships, day rentals, or sailing access instead. Those options can make a big difference in which neighborhoods make sense and how a buyer chooses to enjoy the lake.

I just posted a new FAQ covering:

local marinas
Freedom Boat Club options
day rentals including Just For Fun
Austin Yacht Club for sailing access

If you are considering buying on Lake Travis, this is a helpful place to start thinking through what kind of lake access actually fits your lifestyle.

Where Do Lake Travis Residents Keep Their Boats, Join Boat Clubs, or Rent for the Day? Understanding marina options, boat clubs, rentals, and sailing access on Lake Travis

Just listed! 15205 Back of the Moon offers main basin views of Lake Travis and a floorplan designed to take full advantage of them. The reverse living layout brings the water into the main living spaces, creating an easy, natural connection to the setting.

The home has been thoughtfully refreshed, with a spacious primary suite and room to continue personalizing over time. Outdoor spaces are positioned for quiet mornings, relaxed evenings, and everything in between.

Residents enjoy access to the gated 35-acre waterfront park with boat ramps, day docks, trails, and more.

A compelling opportunity for Lake Travis buyers looking for views, lifestyle, and long-term potential.

614 Sunfish is officially under contract.

This one-of-a-kind home captured attention with its mid-century modern design, treehouse-like setting, and incredible potential.

I’m so grateful to my sellers for trusting me to represent them, and excited to see this special property move to the next chapter.

Just sold in Lake Travis ⛵️

15207 Back of the Moon is officially closed, and I’m so grateful to have represented my clients on the sale.

This was a special property with incredible Lake Travis views and lake access, and it went under contract in just five days.

Lake Travis water view homes with Lake Travis access continue to attract strong interest when priced and positioned correctly.

If you’ve been wondering what your home might be worth in today’s market, I’m happy to share a quick, data-driven perspective.

Lake Travis waterfront isn’t always what it seems 🌊

Did you know some “waterfront” properties don’t actually include the land all the way to the water? And lake levels can completely change how a property looks and functions throughout the year.

In this week’s FAQ, we break down:
• Why lake levels fluctuate (and what’s normal)
• What “waterfront” really means on Lake Travis
• How underwater ownership can impact your property

If you’re buying or selling on Lake Travis, this is one you’ll want to understand.

How Do Lake Travis Water Levels Impact Waterfront Property Value? Understanding how lake levels influence usability, perception, and value on Lake Travis waterfront homes

Not all “waterfront” homes on Lake Travis are created equal.

I regularly see two homes on the same street sell for dramatically different prices, and it usually comes down to a few key factors most buyers don’t fully understand:

Water depth and how the property performs at lower lake levels
Main body vs cove location
Dock eligibility and placement
Distance and access to the water
And one of the most overlooked issues, who actually owns the land below the waterline

I put together a simple breakdown of what really drives waterfront value on Lake Travis.

If you’re buying or selling, this will help you avoid some expensive assumptions.

What Makes One Waterfront Property More Valuable Than Another on Lake Travis? When buyers begin searching for waterfront homes on Lake Travis, one of the first surprises is this: not all “waterfront” properties are created equal.