Idlewilde Estates

Named lake subdivision

School districtOnalaska ISD per Polk Central Appraisal District tax records. Confirm the parcel with the district before you rely on it.

Lake accessOn the northeast shore of Lake Livingston. Lots range from 131 to 169 feet above sea level, per the association.

HOA / POAIdlewilde Property Owners Association (IPOA). Deed-restricted to single-family residential use; commercial use and short-term rentals are prohibited.

Overview

A deed-restricted subdivision in Onalaska on the northeast shore of Lake Livingston. The first lots sold in 1968.

Waterfront / lake access

On Lake Livingston. Lots range from 131 feet (the lake’s normal level) to 169 feet above sea level.

HOA / POA

Idlewilde Property Owners Association (IPOA), PO Box 508, Onalaska, TX 77360. Deed-restricted to single-family residential use; commercial use and short-term rentals are prohibited.

Amenities

Clubhouse, boat storage yard and a 14-acre park, per the association.

Utilities

City water and sewer, per the association. Its history page says the water system went to Onalaska Water Corporation and the sewer system to Lake Livingston Fresh Water District. Confirm the current providers for the lot.

Restrictions

Residential use only: no commercial or business use and no short-term rentals. Get the recorded restrictions from the association or the Polk County Clerk.

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What still needs checking

From the association’s own website. Confirm school district, dues and utilities for the exact lot.

Before you buy here

Confirm the school district for the parcel with the district itself, not from a mailing address. Get a resale certificate from any HOA or POA. Check broadband at the specific address. For waterfront, review the survey, flood zone, elevation certificate and any dock or bulkhead permits. The Rural Buyer’s Checklist lists who to call.

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