City Guide
Rockwall, TX
Overview
Rockwall, TX, is famous for being the Live Music Capital of North Texas, but also is full of historic buildings and excellent restaurants. There are around 48,000 people, so if you plan on moving to Rockwall you'll notice this town offers the benefit of small-city living with the perks of a larger city. Rockwall sits on the eastern shore of Lake Ray Hubbard, a 22,000-acre body of water used for all kinds of recreational use, such as swimming, fishing, boating, and more. Additionally, Rockwall is named after a strange rock formation resembling a wall early settlers discovered when digging a well.
What’s it like to live in Rockwall, TX ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Rockwall, TX you'll find that the median sale price is
$426,500
and homes stay on the market for 35 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Rockwall are $460,000
and $239,750
, respectively. Rockwall area townhouses have a median sale price of $348,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Rockwall, TXExplore our Rockwall housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Rockwall home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Rockwall rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Rockwall rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Rockwall, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Rockwall
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Buffalo Creek | $718,500 | 35 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Woodcreek | $382,270 | 42 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
The Shores on Lake Ray Hubbard | $515,000 | 32 / 100 | 11 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Chandlers Landing | $405,000 | 43 / 100 | 16 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Stone Creek | $582,500 | 41 / 100 | 4 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Rockwall
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See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsRockwall Migration & Relocation Trends
In Mar '24 - May '24, 24% of Rockwall homebuyers searched to move out of Rockwall, while 76% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 2% of homebuyers searched to move into Rockwall from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into Rockwall more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and New York.
Where are people moving to Rockwall from?
- 76% of Rockwall homebuyers searched to stay within the Rockwall metropolitan area.
Where are people from Rockwall moving to?
Number of People Moving to Rockwall
least
most
People are moving to Rockwall from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Mar '24 - May '24 | ||
1 | 2,168 | ||
2 | 1,229 | ||
3 | 1,185 | ||
4 | 1,137 | ||
5 | 711 | ||
6 | 582 | ||
7 | 273 | ||
8 | 189 | ||
9 | 158 | ||
10 | 77 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Rockwall, TX ?
Rockwall, TX, is home to many enjoyable activities like watching the sunset at one of its many parks, to enjoying a bite to eat at fan-favorite restaurants. Rockwall has countless unique museums like Karakaitu Art, a popular museum for locals. You'll find that there's a rich arts and culture scene, with many performing arts centers such as Rockwall Community Playhouse and ProviDance Performing Arts Center. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Rockwall. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or jog through many parks, like Harry Myers Park, Smith Park, or The Park at Hickory Ridge. There are a variety of delicious eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in the city. Don't miss out on local favorites like Edohana Japanese Restaurant, Van Chans Chinese Restaurant, and Napoli Italian Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Rockwall
What's the best way to get around Rockwall, TX ?
The best way to get around Rockwall is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Rockwall has a walk score of 24, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Rockwall by bike. With a bike score of 28, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Rockwall Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 7 car rental locations.