Tips on Buying Land in Texas

Provided By: Realty Times

There are many things that need to be considered when buying land in Texas. We want to provide you with some tips of what to look for when purchasing land in Texas


Visit at different times of the day. You need to see clearly how your land and the community looks both during the day and the night. What seems like a quiet neighborhood during the day may transform into a hive of noisy activity in the evening when everyone returns home.

Drive around. Particularly if you’ll need to commute, it’s a great idea to drive through the neighborhood and its surrounding streets - even your entire route to work - during the same times of day that you’ll normally be doing it. Try to get a realistic picture of what kind of traffic you’ll be facing each day.

Learn what’s happening. Check local Texas newspapers (and recent archives) for any proposed construction projects. It’s terrible to move into a wonderful new place you love, only to have the entire landscape marred as commercial properties you don’t want start popping up around you, or as convenient streets are rerouted.

Get to know the Property Owners Association. Ask how active neighbors are in the association, and learn what the expectations and requirements are. The more you get to know your neighbors, the more likely they’ll be to look out for you and your family. Property Owners Associations are a great way to get to know influential neighbors, and even to get involved yourself in helping plan holiday events, block parties, and activities that will be fun for every family in the neighborhood.

Find out about taxes. Ask about past home reappraisal patterns and property taxes, and ask about the breakdown of Texas taxes and city taxes in the area. Many counties have websites showing tax assessments and levies. See if you can find specific information on the house and property you’re considering.
Do your homework. Read reviews, use online tools, and talk to neighbors and realtors. Make sure you’re getting what you think you are. Check online for reviews about the neighborhoods, the people, and the schools; check everything that matters to you.

Check the surrounding area. Some homes are in what the industry refers to as “transitional” neighborhoods. Every home is sold for a reason. Make sure you know that reason.
Look into zoning and building codes. Check with City Hall and your neighborhood covenants about property and neighborhood zoning issues. You need to know what restrictions your property may place on your lifestyle. For example, if you have an RV or boat you’re planning to keep somewhere on your property, you need to make sure that’s even allowed.

Keller Williams of Rockwall will help you with all of these concerns, and will help you find the perfect homesite. Rockwall Communities encourages our prospective residents to visit several times. We want you to be absolutely certain that you’ll be pleased and comfortable in your new surroundings. With Keller Williams of Rockwall you’re not just buying a house; you’re buying into a lifestyle!