Homes in Marble Falls
Marble Falls sits on the Highland Lakes, with lake homes, weekend houses and retirement homes. Projects often update older lake houses, add decks and outdoor living toward the water and build garages and boat storage.
Neighborhoods we serve include Lake Marble Falls, Meadowlakes, Downtown Marble Falls and the rest of Marble Falls.
Marble Falls housing at a glance
Housing in Marble Falls is a mix of ages: 21% of homes were built before 1980 and 55% since 2000, with a median year built of 2001. The right plan depends on the age of your house.
| Measure | Marble Falls | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 2001 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 21% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 55% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 50% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 41% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $338,800 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 3,483 | 1,042,843 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5 year estimates 2020–2024. Figures include apartments and condos and are survey estimates.
The ground and climate
Granite and limestone close to the surface make excavation for pools and foundations harder than in most of the metro.
Permits and local rules
The City of Marble Falls issues building permits inside city limits; docks and shoreline work may also need approval from the Lower Colorado River Authority.
See our Marble Falls permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Marble Falls
- Lake home renovations
- Decks facing the water
- Garages and boat storage
- Pools
Services available in Marble Falls
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Whole Home Renovation
- Room Additions & ADUs
- Custom Home Building
- Garage Conversions
- Garage Construction
- Decks & Patio Covers
- Pool Construction & Remodeling
- Investor & Rental Renovations
ZIP codes
78654
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Marble Falls?
Yes. Marble Falls is part of our service area, about 35 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Marble Falls?
Yes. The City of Marble Falls issues building permits inside city limits; docks and shoreline work may also need approval from the Lower Colorado River Authority.. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Marble Falls?
Common projects here include lake home renovations, decks facing the water, garages and boat storage, pools. We also handle every other service on our list.