ROCKWALL COUNTY
County Offices
101 East Rusk
Rockwall 972-882-0200
https://www.rockwallcountytexas.com/
Chamber of Commerce
697 East I-30
Rockwall 972-771-5733
https://www.rockwallchamber.org/
Services
Just a few minutes drive from Dallas, nestled in the country charm of North Texas, is Rockwall County — distinguished as the smallest of the many counties that surround the Metroplex. Education plays an important role throughout Rockwall County, evidenced by schools that are consistently recognized for academic excellence. Rapid residential development in the Lake Ray Hubbard community has spurred the construction of new educational facilities to meet the needs of a growing population. Higher education for students of all ages is available in vocational and career institutes, two-year community colleges, and private and public colleges and universities located in metropolitan Dallas and neighboring counties.
Residents of Rockwall County have access to outstanding healthcare facilities and services. Lake Pointe Medical Center is a 92-bed medical/surgical facility that was originally built to serve the routine and advanced healthcare needs of Rockwall and Rowlett residents. However, the hospital has expanded its influence into East Texas and many of the communities surrounding Dallas. Lake Pointe’s affiliation with area tertiary facilities provides access to an entire network of specialized organizations. In addition to hospital and clinical services, the Lake Pointe Fitness & Rehabilitation Center, and the Lake Pointe Obstetrical Clinic, the hospital maintains a diversity of community service programs from classes to health screenings.
Lifestyle
From its roots as a sleepy agricultural community, Rockwall County has matured into a vacation destination and a comfortable, country setting for family life. The 1970s were the beginning of a growth trend that has elevated the county to a preferred status. Per capita, median, and household incomes in Rockwall County are among the highest in Texas, attesting to the quality of development and the desirability of the environment. Beautiful homes enjoy a diversity of premier settings, including lakefront villas, country homes with lake views, golf-course properties, and elegant country-club estates. Gated communities that excel in privacy offer tennis courts, swimming pools, golf courses, restaurants, and picturesque marinas.
Recreational opportunities are among the finest in the Metroplex, anchored by 22,745-acre Lake Ray Hubbard. Water sports, boating, fishing, swimming, golfing, hunting, biking, hiking, horseback riding, and camping are some of the major pastimes for local residents. With the area’s upscale atmosphere and resort status, shopping is well developed without the parking problems or crowds of a large mall. Unique boutiques filled with gourmet sauces or fine collectibles combine with stores and shops that meet daily needs for goods and services. For professional sports excitement, world-class performing arts, celebrated museums, and thrilling amusement parks or popular nightclubs, the bright lights of the Metroplex are almost close enough to be reflected in the lake’s tranquil waters.
Heath
City Hall
972-771-6228
http://www.heathtx.com/
Chamber of Commerce
972-771-5733
https://www.rockwallchamber.org/
Nestled on the eastern shore of Lake Ray Hubbard, the welcoming City of Heath is home to approximately 5,000 residents who enjoy the low density development of a rural atmosphere. City planners are dedicated to preserving the pristine qualities of the community by imposing the minimum of one acre for residential lots and setting aside prime land for open space and nature preserves. Nearby Rockwall provides a county library as well as opportunities for higher education and a highly respected school district. The housing being developed in this area offers a diversity of architectural and styles, from charming cottages to elegant manors with breathtaking views. Residents enjoy exceptional recreational opportunities from water sports and boating to golfing, tennis, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and horseback riding.
Rockwall
City Hall
972-771-7700
www.rockwall.com
Chamber of Commerce
972-771-5733
https://www.rockwallchamber.org/
Boasting a rapidly growing population that is nearing 20,000, the leading City of Rockwall provides an unrivaled location where the bright lights of Dallas are visible in the distance yet golden sunsets glow on Lake Ray Hubbard. Characterized as a resort community, Rockwall offers an upscale hometown for executives and families as well as a retirement paradise. Golf courses, country clubs, yacht clubs, tennis courts, and swimming pools combine with an active parks and recreation department for exceptional recreational amenities. Quality neighborhoods abound in and near Rockwall, including sprawling lots for custom homes that overlook the lake. Commercial development is keeping pace with the growing population, adding convenient services and shops. Regional hospitals, colleges and universities, world-class cultural attractions, and top-billed entertainment are available within a short drive from home.
Royse City
City Hall
972-636-2250
www.roysecity.com
Chamber of Commerce
972-771-5733
https://www.rockwallchamber.org/
Offering another attractive residential choice in Rockwall County is the charming community of Royse, home to approximately 3,000 residents. Adopting the slogan of “The Small Town with a Big Heart,” the City of Royce enjoys an advantageous location on Interstate 30 midway between Dallas and Greenville. The community is only 10 miles east of Rockwall, giving residents an easy commute to employment centers, cosmopolitan attractions, and Lake Ray Hubbard recreation. This century-old town is dedicated to maintaining a wholesome, nurturing environment for local children, continuously improving schools, building a new library, revitalizing the downtown district, and planning carefully for a bright and prosperous future. Royse City is nestled in horse country, close to roping arenas and filled with equestrian opportunities. Water sports are abundant at nearby Lake Ray Hubbard and Lake Tawakoni, with Lake Fork excelling in bass fishing.
