WOW, there are so many ways to find fun things to do in Rockwall County, Texas! Lake Ray Hubbard is the lure that attracts people to move or join the locals to enjoy lazy summer days on Lake Ray Hubbard, enjoying boating, water sports, fishing or whatever floats your boat .  You can dock your boat at a waterfront restaurant, watch fireworks, or sit on one the patios at The Harbor.  You can also dock your boat and take in a movie. Daisy knows how to do it! My friend, Daisy, loves nothing better than living it up on Lake Ray Hubbard! Pull the boat out and Daisy will be sitting in her favorite seat ready to go. Her favorite friends, Beverly, Mark, Sara, Carson, and Lucas say there is not a chance of heading to the lake without Daisy. Living is easy around Lake Ray Hubbard and to find fun t... 06/03/2013

Do you live in the City of Rockwall, Texas? If so, this is for you ... Effective June 1st, The City of Rockwall will be going to a Once a Week Watering Schedule to help reduce water consumption thoughout the city.   Read more about the Mandatory Drought Restrictions ...    05/29/2013

Rockwall Texas Home Sales were up 40% in January 2013 over the same month last year with 153 homes selling this month! So far this year, overall home sales were at 376 homes sold, a 35% change from this time last year. New Rockwall Texas Real Estate listings changed 13% for the same period last year with 251 homes listed this month. So far this year, overall home listings underwent a 11% change with 624 homes listed. Current listings pending sale this month underwent a change of 36%, with 174 homes contracted. All listings under contract for the year to date experienced a change of 32%, with 444 homes under contract for this month. Click here for the full report.. Rockwall Texas Real Estate Reports Register online for monthly updates on your city and neighborhood homes, automatically em... 05/05/2013

Rockwall Texas Home Sales were up 17% in January 2013 over the same month last year with 101 homes selling this month! So far this year, overall home sales were at 101 homes sold, a 17% change from this time last year. New Rockwall Texas Real Estate listings changed 12% for the same period last year with 174 homes listed this month. So far this year, overall home listings underwent a 12% change with 174 homes listed. Current listings pending sale this month underwent a change of 27%, with 119 homes contracted. All listings under contract for the year to date experienced a change of 27%, with 119 homes under contract for this month. Click here for the full report.. Rockwall Texas Real Estate Reports Register online for monthly updates on your city and neighborhood homes, automatically em... 04/26/2013

Barbara Hensley is alive and well in Rockwall, Texas I have missing in action since September 10, 2012.  A very short version of a very long story is that I had a double knee replacement on September 17.  That is itself should not have been a long lasting event but due to complications which had nothing to do with the actual knee replacements but a series of non related infections.  Two different REHAB stays resulted me in not getting back to my home until right before Thanksgiving. Actually I have missing in action for seven months. I am sharing this with my awesome friends in ActiveRain because I wanted you to know that I am here to stay.  You are all part of my life so watch for me and reconnect. I am attending the blogging camp that is going on now and it is great.  Things have chan... 04/19/2013

Rockwall,TX Homes for Sale are moving like Hot Cakes at the Cafe on Sunday! Prices are steadily increasing and inventory levels & mortgage rates remain at all-time lows. My 2 cents ... If you're contemplating BUYING a home, the longer you wait, the more it's going to cost you! If you're contemplating SELLING your home, it's a great time as well ~ there's very little competition and there are lots of buyers looking which is bringing about a "Supply & Demand" perfect storm.   Below are the Numbers of how the Housing Market was in Rockwall during February ...         A few highlights of the current Rockwall, TX Homes for Sale are shown below and represent a nice cross section of properties including Water Front properties.   This Month’s Favorite  2451 Wagonwheel Dr, Rockwall ...  $193,500... 03/25/2013

Are you looking for homes for sale in Rockwall, TX?  This quaint little town has a population of roughly 37,500 people, so it's easy to get everything you need without the hassle of dealing with heavy traffic. The people in this area have a great life and encourage people to consider their lovely town when looking for their next home. Rockwall, TX has chain shopping centers such as Kohl's and Target while also giving you a home town feel with plenty of small family-run businesses. The Rockwall area has a knack for golf and caters to all golf enthusiasts in the area. Rockwall has a total of 22 golf courses that players can get involved with that have active golf communities. Also, Lake Ray Hubbard has tons of boating areas so residents can get out on the lake and have fun. Homes for sale... 03/24/2013

Rockwall Texas Home Sales were down 18% in December 2012 over the same month last year with 73 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 1382 homes sold, with a 17% change from last year.Rockwall Texas Real Estate listings experienced a -18% change for the same period last year with 104 homes listed this month. For the year to date, overall home listings underwent a 3% change with 2171 homes listed this year. Listings pending sales this month underwent a -6% change, with 85 homes contracted. Listings under contract for the year to date experienced a 17% change, with 1414 homes under contract for this month. Click here for the full report. Rockwall Texas Real Estate Reports Register online for monthly updates on your city and neighborhood, automatically e... 02/18/2013

Rockwall,TX Homes for Sale have seen somewhat of a price improvement month to month as well as year to year as inventory levels & mortgage rates remain at all-time lows. Below are the Numbers ... The Median Sales Price for January 2013 Rockwall, TX Homes for Sale was $318,686 with 200 Homes for Sale (only 4 are foreclosures) compared to last month, December 2012,  $199,460 and $229,474 January 2012. The number of Rockwall, TX Homes that have Sold in January 2013 was 30  with the Median Sales Price being $197,040 vs. 36 Homes that Sold in January 2012 with the Median Sales Price being $218,617. There are currently 57 Rockwall, TX Homes that are In Contract. A few highlights of the current Rockwall, TX Homes for Sale are shown below and represent a nice cross section of properties includi... 01/30/2013

Rockwall Texas Real Estate Sales were up 8% in October 2012 over the same month last year with 112 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 1197 homes sold, with a 19% change from last year. Rockwall Texas Real Estate listings experienced a 9% change for the same period last year with 173 homes listed this month. For the year to date, overall home listings underwent a 4% change with 1934 homes listed this year. Listings pending sales this month underwent a 37% change, with 107 homes contracted. Listings under contract for the year to date experienced a 18% change, with 1210 homes under contract for this month. Click here for the full report. Rockwall Texas Real Estate Reports Register online for monthly updates on your city and neighborhood, automatical... 12/09/2012

A great website to help Home Buyers and Sellers I wanted to introduce you to a website that has hundreds of ideas for home buying , selling a home, renting a home and more!   Houselogic.com   Here are some of the topics you will find on the website: Home Improvement Maintenance & Repair Outdoor Ideas Green Living Protection Ideas for your home Home Taxes & Financing Free Home Management Account They also have a"What's Hot" tab for what is going on now that is hot or trending. You can also follow them on Facebook, Twitter and a radio program. Click here to check out the website ! You will find many answers to what to remodel, landscapes, space saving ideas, selling ideas & much , much more!   11/20/2012

Rockwall Texas Real Estate Sales were flat at 0% in September 2012 over the same month last year with 108 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 1077 homes sold, with a 20% change from last year. The Texas home market for the third quarter 2012 in the DFW Metroplex is overall improved over the last year. With both prices and interest rates at historic lows, this is an idea time to purchase for both new home owners and current home owners moving to larger homes. It is key to have your financing and prequalification work in process to insure a smooth transaction. New Rockwall Texas real estate listings experienced a 3% change for the same period last year with 163 homes listed this month. For the year to date, overall home listings underwent a 3% change... 11/12/2012

I am so excited that a little girl from my area won this contest.       SOPHIE MAY Here is the story from RE/MAX of Texas: Monica May of St. Louis, Mo., is the proud grandmother of a beautiful little girl who is battling Neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer and who lives in Rockwall, Texas. Sophie May’s bubbly 21-month-old innocence and her touching story just won the family $10,000 in the RE/MAX “What Moves You?” contest. The cash prize will certainly help ease the burden of mounting medical costs. May’s story, “Sweet Sophie May,” was one of more than 1,200 stories entered throughout the eight-week contest and one of the Top 10 most popular to make the final grand-prize voting week. “Sweet Sophie May” closed the contest at midnight on Aug. 2 with 10,050 votes, narrowly beating out another... 10/24/2012

Rockwall Texas Real Estate Sales underwent a 11% change in August 2012 over the same month last year with 131 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 953 homes sold, with a 21% change from last year. The Texas home market for the third quarter 2012 in the DFW Metroplex is overall improved over the last year. With both prices and interest rates at historic lows, this is an idea time to purchase for both new home owners and current home owners moving to larger homes. It is key to have your financing and prequalification work in process to insure a smooth transaction. New Rockwall Texas real estate listings experienced a 16% change for the same period last year with 195 homes listed this month. For the year to date, overall home listings underwent a 3% ch... 10/18/2012

Rockwall Texas Real Estate Sales underwent a 38% change in July 2012 over the same month last year with 137 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 811 homes sold, with a 21% change from last year. The Texas home market for the first quarter 2012 in the DFW Metroplex is overall improved over the last year. With both prices and interest rates at historic lows, this is an ideal time to purchase for both new home owners and current home owners moving to larger homes. It is key to have your financing and prequalification work in process to insure a smooth transaction. As the spring begins and school ends more homes with be put on the market and more prospective buyer will be looking for homes. Traditionally the second and third quarters are the busiest in ... 09/11/2012

Rockwall Texas Real Estate Sales underwent a 12% change in June 2012 over the same month last year with 148 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 669 homes sold, with a 17% change from last year. The Texas home market for the first quarter 2012 in the DFW Metroplex is overall improved over the last year. With both prices and interest rates at historic lows, this is an ideal time to purchase for both new home owners and current home owners moving to larger homes. It is key to have your financing and prequalification work in process to insure a smooth transaction. As the spring begins and school ends more homes with be put on the market and more prospective buyer will be looking for homes. Traditionally the second and third quarters are the busiest in ... 08/12/2012

SOLD, SOLD, SOLD…This stunning Rockwall home in Hillcrest Shores offered five bedrooms, four full baths and lake views has sold!  Even though this gorgeous home is no longer available, don't despair - others are!  Call your Dallas Metroplex Realtor Lisa Von Domek today when you are ready to sell or buy a home! Here are just a few homes in and around the area, one might be your new Dream Home:       Map these properties   Powered by RealBird.com Listed by Jason Pardue with Keller Williams, Sold by Lisa Von Domek with Real Living Real Estate Group.  Photo credit Jason Pardue.   07/31/2012

 712 Vallejo | Reduced Price | 4+ Bedrooms | 3 Baths | Rockwall Texas   Just Reduced!  $199,990!  3324 SF!  Only $60.16 SF! Lot of Space for the Money!     Location, Location, Location!  Where do you want to be?  This great home is close to everything - Lake Ray Hubbard, Rockwall Downtown Square, local shopping, dining & entertaining AND the access to the Dallas Metroplex is quick and easy!  Need five bedrooms?  This four bedroom, three bath home can easily be used as a five bedroom.   712 Vallejo, Lakeview Summit, Rockwall     Enjoy living in Rockwall, one of the most in demand relocation destinations in the Dallas area!     Contact:  Barbara Hensley, RE/MAX Hometown  972-772-9699     barbara@barbarahensley.com      07/16/2012

Rockwall Texas Real Estate Sales underwent a 11% change in May 2012 over the same month last year with 124 homes selling this month! For the year to date, overall home sales were at 513 homes sold, with a 16% change from last year. The Texas home market for the first quarter 2012 in the DFW Metroplex is overall improved over the last year. With both prices and interest rates at historic lows, this is an idea time to purchase for both new home owners and current home owners moving to larger homes. It is key to have your financing and prequalification work in process to insure a smooth transaction. As the spring begins and school ends more homes with be put on the market and more prospective buyer will be looking for homes. Traditionally the second and third quarters are the busiest in th... 07/16/2012

The Rockwall County TX girl has done it!  She went over the 500k point mark on Active Rain, a huge accomplishment.Congratulations to Barbara Hensley, a sweetheart of a friend and Top Realtor serving Rockwall County Texas and the surrounding area. Barbara and I became fast friends on Active Rain as we started our journey at about the same time over a year ago. Barbara is an accomplished blogger, her posts are interesting and fun to read.  Whether she is promoting her wonderful homes for sale or promoting local events, her blogs are always so well written and loaded with great photos and graphics. AND she is a great ambassador for her great State of Texas.  She is a leader in Rockwall County TX real estate. Please jump over and congratulate Barbara Hensley, Homes for Sale, Luxury, Acreage... 07/13/2012