Discover Bentwater
OVERVIEW
Luxury Homes for Sale in Bentwater, Granbury, TX
Bentwater on Lake Granbury is an established residential community on the eastern side of the lake, approximately seven miles from Granbury’s historic downtown area. The current selection of Bentwater real estate for sale includes custom detached homes, lakefront estates, lake-view residences, acreage properties, and interior homes with community boat access or deeded marina slips. Many properties occupy lots of approximately one acre or more, while selected homes offer several acres, RV or boat storage, workshops, additional garages, or equestrian facilities. Because these features and permitted uses vary by property, buyers should review the applicable deed restrictions and association documents. This Bentwater neighborhood guide helps buyers compare waterfront position, dock or boat-slip access, lot size, property-specific sewer or septic service, association requirements, and proximity to community facilities.
A central feature of living in Bentwater is its connection to Lake Granbury. Community amenities include a private marina, resident boat ramp, community docks, a clubhouse, park, picnic areas, fishing ponds, and sport courts. Some non-waterfront properties include deeded or assigned marina slips, including HOA-owned slips subject to fees and rules. Buyers should verify each slip’s ownership, location, fees, lift rights, availability, and transfer conditions. Bentwater estates commonly offer spacious lots, including many homesites of approximately one acre and selected multi-acre properties. Unlike Granbury’s golf-course communities, Bentwater is lake-oriented, with amenities focused on boating, fishing, recreation, and open space.
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Top Reasons to Buy in Bentwater
Lake Access
Bentwater gives residents practical access to Lake Granbury without requiring every buyer to purchase direct waterfront property. Community features include a private marina, resident boat ramp, and community dock facilities, while selected non-waterfront residences include deeded marina slips. Waterfront properties may provide private docks, although buyers should verify dock condition, permit status, shoreline characteristics, water depth, and property-specific access rights.
Larger Homesites
Bentwater includes spacious homesites, with current listings ranging from approximately one acre to more than five acres. Depending on the property and applicable restrictions, these sites may provide room for workshops, detached garages, RV or boat parking, pools, gardens, or equestrian uses. Buyers should review deed restrictions, association rules, utilities, drainage, easements, and site conditions before planning additions.
Convenient Location
Bentwater sits on the Fort Worth side of Lake Granbury and provides access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and other services along the US 377 corridor. Downtown Granbury is roughly seven miles away, keeping the Historic Granbury Square and city amenities within a reasonable drive. This location can work well for buyers who want a lake-oriented environment without moving far from everyday services.
Bentwater Real Estate Snapshot
- Price Range: Current residential listings range from approximately $519,000 to $3.9 million, with a median asking price near $1.015 million.
- Year Built: Current Bentwater inventory includes established homes built in 2002, 2004, 2005, and 2007, although construction years vary across the community.
- Interior Square Footage: Current examples range from a 1,828-square-foot acreage home to an 8,655-square-foot waterfront estate.
- Lot Size: Verified examples include residences on approximately one-acre homesites and acreage properties exceeding five acres.
- Days on Market: Current residential listings average approximately 77 days on market, although individual results vary considerably by property.
- Tax Rate: Properties in Bentwater are generally subject to an approximate 1.2% property tax rate, although the exact amount depends on the property’s assessed value and applicable taxing authorities.
- Boat Slips: Many non-waterfront properties include deeded boat slips, though buyers should verify availability since some have been sold separately by previous owners.
- Location: Bentwater is located on the Fort Worth side of Granbury, providing convenient access to H-E-B, shopping, the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, and major employers such as Lockheed Martin.
LISTINGS
Latest Homes for Sale in Bentwater
DEMOGRAPHICS
Who Lives in Granbury, TX
ENTERTAINMENT
Things to do Around Bentwater
Lake Granbury
Boating, fishing, paddling, and shoreline views shape relaxed lake days.
Historic Granbury Square
Dining, shops, performances, and preserved architecture create an engaging outing.
Granbury City Beach Park
A sandy swimming beach, splash park, picnic areas, and seasonal kayak rentals support warm-weather outings.
Acton Nature Center
Trails, a garden, wildlife viewing, and quiet outdoor exploration fill visits.
SCHOOLS
Schools near Bentwater
ON THE MAP
Bentwater, Granbury, TX on the Map
From central Granbury, take US 377 east toward Fort Worth and turn left onto Meander Road near H-E-B. Continue north, turn left onto Hideaway Bay Court, and follow it to the main entrance at Bentwater Parkway. A second neighborhood entrance connects with Meander Road farther north, so the most convenient route may depend on the property’s location.