ROWLETT · LAKE RAY HUBBARD · DALLAS & ROCKWALL COUNTIES
Rowlett, TX Homes for Sale
Looking for Rowlett TX homes for sale? Rowlett wraps around the west side of Lake Ray Hubbard, across the water from Rockwall, with lakefront neighborhoods, golf course homes, established family streets and a DART Blue Line station downtown. Texas Born Team helps buyers compare Rowlett’s counties, school districts and lake access to find the right home.
Knock Certified TeamNAR Code of EthicsBased in Rockwall, TXMissy Wadham & Jason Miller
147
Homes sold since 2019
Across Rockwall County and the surrounding lake towns.
20+
Years in real estate
Missy has been a REALTOR® since 2002.
89%
Referral clients
Most of our business comes from people we already helped.
35
Five-star reviews
Across Google, Zillow and Realtor.com combined.
★★★★★ 5.0
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Rated 5.0 on our Google Business Profile.
LIVING IN ROWLETT
Is Rowlett, Texas a good place to live?
Rowlett is named for Rowlett Creek and grew quickly after Lake Ray Hubbard was completed in the early 1970s. Today it is a lake city of more than 60,000 people with DART rail, the President George Bush Turnpike and I-30 all close by, and the large Sapphire Bay development planned on its shoreline. That mix is what keeps Rowlett TX real estate in demand.
Lake Ray Hubbard
Boating, fishing and sunsets on the western shore of the lake, with marinas and parks along the water.
DART rail to Dallas
The Downtown Rowlett station connects to Dallas on DART’s Blue Line, a rare perk east of the lake.
Two school districts
Garland ISD serves the Dallas County side and Rockwall ISD serves the Rockwall County side. We confirm the zone for every address.
ROWLETT HOMES FOR SALE
Rowlett TX homes for sale by type
Rowlett has more variety than most lake towns, from 1970s and 80s homes to newer lakefront builds. These are the types buyers see most often. It is a quick snapshot of Rowlett TX real estate before you start touring.
Lakefront and lake-access homes
Homes on and near Lake Ray Hubbard, often from the $500Ks to over $1 million for true waterfront. We check flood zones, seawalls and lake rules first.
Golf course homes
Homes around the Waterview golf community and other golf-adjacent streets, with larger lots and open views.
Established family homes
Brick homes from Rowlett’s growth after the lake was completed in the early 1970s, often the best value in the city, commonly in the $300Ks.
Newer homes and townhomes
Newer builds and townhomes near the President George Bush Turnpike and the downtown DART station, popular with commuters.
Get new Rowlett listings the day they hit the market
Rowlett inventory moves fastest in established neighborhoods under $400K. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send matching Rowlett TX homes for sale as soon as they list. Be the first to know about Rowlett TX homes for sale that fit you.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Where we help buyers in Rowlett
Rowlett’s feel changes from the lakefront to the neighborhoods near PGBT and downtown. These are the areas buyers ask about most.
Rowlett areas we know well
Lakefront Rowlett
Homes along Lake Ray Hubbard’s western shore, where views, docks and water access set the price.
Waterview & golf areas
A golf course community with larger homes and green space on Rowlett’s north side.
Downtown Rowlett & DART
Homes near the Downtown Rowlett station on DART’s Blue Line, convenient for rail commuters to Dallas.
Rockwall County side
The part of Rowlett in Rockwall County, served by Rockwall ISD, popular with buyers who want that district.
THE PROCESS
Buying a home in Rowlett, TX, start to finish
Seven steps from your first call to the keys, with a county, school district and flood-zone check on every Rowlett home.
01
Free buyer strategy call
We map your budget, commute (car or DART), school priorities and lake preferences, and which parts of Rowlett actually fit them.
02
Lock in financing
We connect you with lenders who close on time and help you compare rates, fees and loan types before you shop.
03
Build your home search
We set up an automatic MLS search filtered to your criteria, so new Rowlett listings hit your inbox the day they go live — not after Zillow gets around to it.
04
Tour homes with a local pro
We walk each home with you and look hard at the age-related items common in Rowlett homes: foundation, roof, plumbing, drainage and what nearby homes sold for.
05
Negotiate the deal
Your offer is built on real sold data, and we negotiate price, closing costs and terms like the money is our own.
06
Inspect and appraise
We line up the inspector, walk the findings with you and handle repair or price negotiations during the option period.
07
Move in
We confirm repairs, review closing figures and walk the house one last time with you before you sign.
WHY BUYERS CHOOSE TEXAS BORN TEAM
Why Rowlett buyers work with us
Rowlett is split between Dallas and Rockwall counties and between Garland ISD and Rockwall ISD, and tax rates differ by side. We sort out the county, district and lake details on every home so you can compare the true monthly cost.
Street-level Rowlett knowledge
Which Rowlett streets are in Dallas County versus Rockwall County, which feed Garland ISD versus Rockwall ISD, and which lake lots have real water access.
Negotiation with a strategy
We build offers from comparable sales, days on market and inspection findings — so you win the house without overpaying for it.
One team, start to closing
Lender, inspector, appraiser, title and final walkthrough all coordinated by the same two people who took your first call.
Buy before you sell
As a Knock Certified team we can get you into your next Rowlett home before your current one is listed, so you only move once.
What does a Rowlett buyer’s agent actually do?
A Rowlett TX buyers agent represents you — not the seller. As your buyers agent in Rowlett, TX, Texas Born Team sets your budget and search criteria, surfaces Rowlett listings the moment they hit the MLS, tours homes with you, runs comparable sales to price your offer, negotiates terms and repairs, and manages inspection, appraisal, financing and title all the way through to key handoff.
Does the seller pay for it? In Texas, the seller has traditionally covered the buyer’s agent commission through the listing agreement. Since the 2024 NAR settlement that is negotiable on every transaction, and the amount is spelled out in a written buyer representation agreement before you tour your first home — so you always know what your Rowlett TX buyers agent is paid, up front.
FIRST-TIME BUYERS
First time home buyer in Rowlett, TX? Start here.
Rowlett is one of the better values on Lake Ray Hubbard, which makes it popular with first-time buyers. Older homes can be a bargain if you know what to inspect.
What you can actually afford
Property tax rates differ between the Dallas County and Rockwall County sides of Rowlett. We work out your payment with the correct county, city and school taxes.
What you need at closing
You do not need 20% down. Many first time home buyers in Rowlett, TX use 3–5% conventional, FHA, or a VA loan with nothing down. Budget for the option fee, earnest money, inspection and closing costs on top.
How not to overpay
We price your offer from comparable sales, not the list price, and use the option period to renegotiate when the inspection justifies it. If a house is not worth what it is asking, we will tell you.
WHAT HOMES COST
What Rowlett TX homes for sale typically cost
Rowlett gives buyers lake living for less than most of the shoreline. These broad ranges hold up through most markets; ask us for this month’s comparable sales. Use them as a starting point when you compare Rowlett TX homes for sale.
$300K–$500K
Where most Rowlett homes sell
$600K+
Many lakefront and golf homes
DART Blue Line
Rail from Downtown Rowlett
75088 · 75089
Main Rowlett ZIP codes
Typical Rowlett home value was about $363,000 per the Zillow Home Value Index (September 2026). Ranges above are broad and based on local MLS sales reviewed by Texas Born Team.
YOUR LOCAL AGENTS
Missy Wadham & Jason Miller — your Rowlett REALTORS®
We are Texas Born Team, REALTORS® based at 1001 N Goliad St in Rockwall, and we help buyers in Rowlett and the surrounding towns every week. We hold the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics certification and we are a Knock Certified team.
Missy and Jason have been in real estate for more than 20 years, have guided buyers through every kind of market and know Rowlett street by street. Rowlett spans two counties and two school districts, so we confirm the county, district and tax rate on every home we show you.
BUY BEFORE YOU SELL
Already own a home? Move once, not twice.
As a Knock Certified team we can help you buy your next Rowlett home before your current one sells. No rent-back, no double move and no contingent offer for a seller to turn down. It changes what you can bid on. Planning to sell first instead? See how we help you sell your home in Rowlett, TX.
1 · Get approved
You get approved through the Knock program alongside your regular mortgage pre-approval.
2 · Buy the next one
Make a strong, non-contingent offer on your next Rowlett home and move in on your schedule.
3 · Sell when you are ready
Your current home goes on the market after you move. Our seller page explains how that part works.
RUN THE NUMBERS
What will a Rowlett home actually cost you monthly?
Adjust the price, down payment and rate to see your estimated payment. Remember Texas property taxes and homeowners insurance are on top of this — ask us for a full monthly estimate on any specific address.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“They make the process super easy. We were never stressed.”
“Missy was the first one there showing us listings. She is very good about communication — and that is who we wanted to work with.”
BUYER FAQ
Rowlett home buyer questions, answered
What is the average home price in Rowlett, TX?
Most Rowlett TX homes for sale are priced in roughly the $300,000 to $500,000 range, with lakefront and golf homes often above $600,000. Zillow’s typical home value for Rowlett was about $363,000 as of September 2026.
Which school district serves Rowlett, TX?
Rowlett is served by Garland ISD in Dallas County and Rockwall ISD in the Rockwall County portion. Rowlett High School is in Garland ISD. Confirm the zone for any specific address.
Is Rowlett, TX a good place to live?
Rowlett is popular for its Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline, DART rail access, quick drives on PGBT and I-30, and a wide range of home prices.
Is Rowlett in Dallas County or Rockwall County?
Both. Most of Rowlett is in Dallas County, and part of the city is in Rockwall County. The county affects property taxes and the school district, so we check it for every home.
Can I take DART from Rowlett to Dallas?
Yes. The Downtown Rowlett station is on DART’s Blue Line, which connects to downtown Dallas.
What should I check when buying a lakefront home in Rowlett?
Flood zone and insurance, seawall and dock condition, rules for the lake shoreline and what comparable waterfront homes sold for. We review all of it before your option period ends.
Do you help first time home buyers in Rowlett, TX?
Yes. We walk first-time buyers through pre-approval, down payment options, the option period, inspections and closing costs, and we will tell you plainly when a Rowlett house is not worth what it is asking.
Where can I see Rowlett TX homes for sale?
Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send matching Rowlett TX homes for sale as soon as they are listed on the MLS, then set up private showings when you are ready. Be the first to know about Rowlett TX homes for sale that fit you.
Does the seller pay my buyer’s agent in Rowlett, Texas?
Traditionally the seller has covered the buyer’s agent commission through the listing agreement. Since the 2024 NAR settlement it is negotiable on every sale, and the amount is agreed in writing in your buyer representation agreement before you tour a home in Rowlett.
Ready to Find Your Rowlett, TX Home?
Ready to start your search for Rowlett TX homes for sale? Book a free, no-pressure call with two local REALTORS® who help Rowlett buyers every week. Thirty minutes, real numbers and a plan for your Rowlett home search. Selling too? See how we sell homes in Rowlett.
Texas Born Team — Missy Wadham REALTOR® · 1001 N Goliad St, Suite 168, Rockwall, TX 75087 · 469-688-4825