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Why Rising Construction Costs, Market Stabilization, and Housing Inventory Signal Now is the Time to Buy in Austin

Austin’s real estate market is at a pivotal moment. Rising construction costs, increasing inventory, and market stabilization are creating a unique window of opportunity for buyers. While the city experienced a modest dip in appreciation this year—down 5% (as...

The Zip Codes Everyone’s Talking About: Austin’s Top Spots for High-End Living

Austin has become a major hotspot for high-income earners, luring affluent buyers with its vibrant lifestyle, booming tech industry, and an array of luxury real estate options. From upscale downtown condos to sprawling estates nestled in nature, the city’s most...

Why Millionaires Are Moving to Austin: A Real Estate and Lifestyle Analysis

Austin has emerged as one of the top destinations for millionaires and high-income earners. The city’s luxury real estate market is booming, with new developments and upscale neighborhoods drawing attention from those earning $250k or more annually. As Austin’s tech...

Q4 2023 Austin Housing Market Update

As Q4 2023 wraps up, the Austin housing market shows a dynamic shift. This update provides an in-depth analysis of current trends including changes in home prices, inventory levels, and buyer demand. We explore how economic factors and local developments are influencing market conditions, offering insights for buyers, sellers, and investors looking to navigate this vibrant market.

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Q2 2023 Market Update

Q2 2023 Market Update

Q2 was slow-moving and languid as a real estate market mirroring record-breaking heat culminating in market cap loss, slight uptick in inventory, and inching very close towards the soft landing we’ve been forecasting.

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Q1 2023 Market Update

Q1 2023 Market Update

Q1 of 2023 played out on par to our forecast. Fear of the unknown, economic concerns and rate concerns were the mood in the market.   

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Q4 2022 Market Update

Q4 2022 Market Update

Watch our much anticipated Q4 2022 Market Update. We cut through all the noise you’re hearing to nail what actually happened, and where the market is really going in 2023, with powerful data and keynote trends.

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80 New Homes are Being Built in South Austin

80 New Homes are Being Built in South Austin

Almost 80 new single-family homes for sale are being built seven miles south of Downtown Austin. The boutique development titled “Village on Cooper Lane 26′ is the work of Houston developer David Weekley Homes. They broke ground in late September.

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Austin Neighborhood Spotlights

Your Guide to the Best Neighborhoods in Austin

Hancock

Hancock

Situated in North Central Austin, and bordering the University of Texas campus, Hancock is a neighborhood that has some great conveniences. Striking the perfect balance between big city living and sleepy and quiet comfort.

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Deep Eddy (Westfield)

Deep Eddy (Westfield)

Deep Eddy (Westfield) East of MoPac/Highway 1 and south of Enfield Blvd., Deep Eddy (also referred to as “Westfield”), is a small centrally located pocket community.

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Barton Creek

Barton Creek

Just southwest of downtown Austin, Barton Creek occupies a large area featuring a number of very exclusive communities within its zip code. Situated on the edge of downtown Austin, those lucky enough to live within its boundaries enjoy great views of the rolling hills to the west. As lush as our local landscapes can get, Barton Creek is two-thirds greenspace, which means as you drive the winding roads, up and down the many hills, you will be greeted by green at every turn.

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Rollingwood

Rollingwood

A 5-minute drive southwest from downtown Austin, the small, active and tightly-knit Rollingwood neighborhood oozes small-town comfort and warmth despite being bordered by the bustling Bee Cave Lane. The suburb is mostly residential, meaning that the restaurants and business in the area are predominately local establishments.

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Circle C Ranch

Circle C Ranch

Circle C Ranch Located in the hills of South Austin (just South & Southwest off Slaughter Lane & MoPac) Circle C Ranch is an activity-rich master-planned community.

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SoCo

SoCo

Across from Lady Bird Lake along South Congress you’ll find the famous SoCo neighborhood of Austin. On the borders of the historic Travis Heights neighborhood to it’s east, and Bouldin Creek to the west, it’s a great area loaded with eclectic places to shop, dine, exercise, and be entertained or enriched one way or another.

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Mueller

Mueller

Mueller is a quickly growing neighborhood located just a couple of miles from central downtown and the University of Texas. Located in East Austin, South of 51st St, and North of Airport Blvd. and Manor Rd., this vibrant community occupies 700 acres and can currently be described as a caterpillar becoming a butterfly.

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North Loop

North Loop

On the borders of the Rosedale, Hyde Park, and Brentwood neighborhoods, the North Loop neighborhood is a fantastic laid-back area with infinite charm that you’ll fall head over heels in love with. North of downtown and the University of Texas campus, this young community has become yet another epicenter of “hip” in Austin. Property values continue to rise, as North Loop is becoming home to many young families, students, and older residents who live in single family homes built in the 1940’s-50’s.

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West Oak Hill

West Oak Hill

The home of the famous “Y” intersection, West Oak Hill is defined by Highway 290, William Cannon Dr., Southwest Parkway, Thomas Springs, and Circle Drive. Originally “Live Oak Springs,” Oak Hill was annexed by the city of Austin in 2000, and “West Oak Hill” is considered the furrowed west side where “the neighbors are kind, the schools are top-notch, and the stars can be seen brightly, just outside of Austin city lights.”

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