Hood County Luxury Homes and Land

Hood County, Texas sits about 40 miles southwest of downtown Fort Worth, centered on Granbury and Lake Granbury's 8,300 acres and 103 miles of shoreline. Its luxury market spans gated lake communities like Pecan Plantation, DeCordova Bend Estates, and SouthBend Estates, plus waterfront estates, land, and horse properties.

Hood County Luxury Real Estate

Hood County is where North Texas goes to slow down without checking out. It centers on Lake Granbury and the Brazos River, with Fort Worth about 40 miles up U.S. 377. The county's luxury market is defined by water, golf, and land: gated lake communities, custom waterfront estates, and horse properties with room to ride.

Fact

Hood County, TX

Population

66,007, projected 68,160 in 2026

County seat

Granbury

Signature amenity

Lake Granbury, about 8,300 acres and 103 miles of shoreline

Luxury communities

Pecan Plantation, DeCordova Bend Estates, SouthBend Estates

School districts

Granbury ISD, Tolar ISD, Lipan ISD

Location

About 40 miles southwest of downtown Fort Worth

Where luxury buyers look in Hood County:

  • Granbury: The county's hub, with a historic square, lake access, and every price point
  • Lake Granbury waterfront: Open-water estates, cove homes, and private docks
  • Pecan Plantation: Gated, with golf, a private airpark, an equestrian center, and a marina
  • DeCordova Bend Estates: An established gated lake and golf community
  • SouthBend Estates: New gated lakefront homesites by Couto Homes
  • Acreage and horse properties: Ranch estates across rural Hood County

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hood County Real Estate

Where are the luxury homes in Hood County, TX?

Hood County's luxury homes are concentrated on Lake Granbury's waterfront and in gated communities like Pecan Plantation, DeCordova Bend Estates, and SouthBend Estates. Acreage estates and horse properties are found throughout the rural parts of the county.

How far is Hood County from Fort Worth?

Granbury, the county seat, is about 40 miles southwest of downtown Fort Worth via U.S. 377.

What school districts serve Hood County?

Granbury ISD serves most of the county and earned a "B" (83) in the 2024–25 TEA ratings. Tolar ISD and Lipan ISD serve parts of western Hood County.

Can I buy a horse property in Hood County?

Yes. Hood County has a strong equestrian market, from Pecan Plantation's equestrian center to full ranch estates with barns and arenas.

Is Hood County growing?

Yes. The City of Granbury reports a Hood County population of 66,007, projected to reach 68,160 in 2026. Granbury itself grew 13.1% from 2020 to 2025.

Explore our community guides: Granbury, Lake Granbury Waterfront, Pecan Plantation, DeCordova Bend Estates, and SouthBend Estates.