Boutique lake enclave vs resort community vs value play — the comparison across three very different community philosophies
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Talk to a Specialist →| Category | Amante at Rough Hollow | Trilogy at Rough Hollow | Sun City Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scale | Boutique enclave | ~750 homes | ~9,500 homes |
| HOA / Month | ~$300–$400 est. | $350–$450 | ~$100 |
| MUD Tax | Yes (~$2,000–$3,000/yr) | Yes (~$2,800–$3,500/yr) | None |
| Lake Travis access | Yes — yacht club | Yes — full marina | No |
| Price range | $550K–$900K | $600K–$1.5M+ | $300K–$700K |
| Community documentation | Limited public data | Well documented | Extensive public data |
| Austin proximity | 20 mi | 20 mi | 30 mi |
Amante is the least publicly documented of the three and requires the most due diligence — but for the buyer who wants a boutique Lake Travis 55+ experience at a slightly lower price point than Trilogy, it is worth the research effort. Verify everything directly with the HOA management before purchasing.
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