Other Rockwall County Cities

… a premier residential community located along the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall and Kaufman Counties.

Heath is a community of more than 6,890 residents.  The City of Heath is committed to preserving a special way of life where rolling hills and the sparkling lake provide a serene backdrop for beautiful neighborhoods and distinctive homes.

While this pastoral setting offers a sense of being removed from the bustle of city life, residents enjoy spectacular views of the Dallas skyline and easy access to the business, cultural and entertainment amenities of the Metroplex.

Heath’s growing trail system and two municipal parks, including one along the lake, contribute to an enjoyable lifestyle.  First-class recreational opportunities are also offered by Rush Creek Yacht Club, home to Olympic Gold Medalist sailors, and the award-winning Buffalo Creek Golf and Country Club.

Exemplary schools include the state-of-the-art Rockwall-Heath High School. The City welcomes the advent of low-impact businesses to provide goods, services and entertainment to its growing population. For more information on Heath Texas go to www.heathtx.com

"Old Fate" was located on FM552 Rd. near MT Zion Cemetery. It was moved to the newly constructed railroad, at its present location. A small town existed there already and was knows as Barnes. It was named for the developer, W. T. Barnes. Twenty-two real estate owners met on February 11, 1887, and drew up a document changing the name of the town from Barnes to Fate. Like many towns, the origin of its name is debatable. Old timers and some of the signers of the document said it was named for G. W. Lafayette Peyton, whose wife called him "Fate". Lafayette was pronounced "La Fate." Others thought it was named for Lafayette Brown, whose wife called him "Fate", also.

Fate became incorporated September 27, 1900, and was known as the smallest incorporated town in the smallest county in the largest state in the U. S. This, of course, was before Alaska.

Today the City of Fate is at the cusp of change. The City has approved one of the largest developments in Rockwall County with over 5000 new homes. We have planned 4 Lane Divided Parkways where dirt roads exist today. As our small rural town near Dallas, Texas grows into an urban city, our goal is to preserve our destiny, which is "FATE". For more information on Fate Texas go to www.cityoffate.com


With an annual population growth between 22 percent and 25 percent in each of the past five years, Royse City is perfectly positioned to take advantage of the big city resources to create new business while maintaining the quality of its country lifestyle.  Royse City represents a unique opportunity for both businesses and homeowners with a vibrant downtown economy, home to many historical buildings and retail growth along the Interstate 30 corridor. For more information on Royse City Texas go to www.roysecity.com