Why Live in Emerald Bay
Emerald Bay in Bullard, Texas, is a gated, resort-style community located on the shores of Lake Palestine, approximately 20 miles south of Tyler. The neighborhood offers a vacation-like atmosphere with residents often driving around in golf carts, playing tennis on neighborhood courts and enjoying meals curated by a private chef at the clubhouse. The active HOA organizes a full social calendar, including Sunday brunches, fishing tournaments and holiday events, fostering a strong sense of community among diverse residents. Housing options range from ranch-style homes built in the 1970s and 1980s to single-story New Traditional homes from the 2000s, with waterfront properties available as well. All residents are required to join the HOA, which maintains common areas and provides security, contributing to a safe environment. Emerald Bay boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, a swimming pool, playground and courts for tennis, pickleball, and basketball. The Point provides private lake access with a boat ramp, pier and picnic areas, making it a popular spot for fishing and boating. Shopping and dining options are available about 10 miles away in Bullard, with more extensive choices in Tyler. The Bullard Independent School District serves the area, and the nearby Brook Hill School offers a highly rated private education. Residents typically drive golf carts within the neighborhood and switch to cars for longer trips, with Tyler Pounds Regional Airport 20 miles away and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport about 130 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emerald Bay a good place to live?
Emerald Bay is a good place to live. Emerald Bay is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Emerald Bay is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 64. The average household income is $94,332 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 57.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Emerald Bay are home owners, with 3.2% of residents renting and 96.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Emerald Bay can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Emerald Bay neighborhood guide.
Is Emerald Bay, TX a safe neighborhood?
Emerald Bay, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Emerald Bay?
The median home price in Emerald Bay is $371,750. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $76K a year to afford the median home price in Emerald Bay. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Emerald Bay is $94K.
What are the best public schools in Emerald Bay?
The best public schools that serve Emerald Bay are:
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Are home prices dropping in Emerald Bay?
Yes, home prices in Emerald Bay are down 16% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Emerald Bay, TX
On average, homes in Emerald Bay, Bullard sell after 113 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Emerald Bay, Bullard over the last 12 months is $345,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$345,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$374,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$203
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$371,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%