Monthly Archives: March 2011

Projected Economic Impact of SXSW 2011 on Austin

The SXSW interactive, music, and film festival became a whole new animal this year.  The interactive and music portions in particular had record attendance.  Estimates are that 200,000 people attended the festival this year, 40% more than last year!  While … Continue reading

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More multifamily on the way for Central Austin

Multifamily in Austin is topping 95% occupancy  in downtown as young people continue to move here more than any other city.   There is a race to get more multifamily on the ground particularly in downtown and other hip neighborhoods … Continue reading

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Then VS. Now: Central Austin Neighborhood Series

The Austin real estate market has experienced some market trends over the past 3-4 years much like the rest of the National Real Estate Market. Austin has had our ups and downs and seem to be gaining some clarity on … Continue reading

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Downtown Austin Condo Breakdown

Below is a brief description of each condo building in downtown Austin as well as entry level pricing. The names are hyperlinks to units in each building currently listed on the MLS.  This is a brief overview but please contact … Continue reading

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Cost Vs. Price of Austin Real Estate

Many new real estate buyers or investors are often times confused about the price of real estate and how it compares to the cost.  Price is defined as Market value, or agreed exchange value, that will purchase a definite quantity, … Continue reading

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Eanes ISD: Could the Debate on Land Use Affect Home Values?

Eanes ISD owns a piece of property on the River Hills tract that Western Hills Little League proposes to build a sports facility (with 8 baseball fields) and pay Eanes ISD monthly payments.  Due to the pressing issue of possible … Continue reading

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When will the pendulum swing?

With the incredible increase in rents in Austin, Texas one would be silly not to ask when renters will stop shelling out money every month towards rent and start paying down a mortage. Interest rates remain low which makes the … Continue reading

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Downtown Austin Prices remaining stable with few exceptions

A common misconception for people unfamiliar with the Austin real estate market is that the supply of condos in downtown Austin far exceeds the demand.  I admit to being one of the skeptics a few years ago as the condo … Continue reading

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February Market Stats

The housing market in Austin is very steady as we continue to see the median price for homes sold remain constant into the first quarter of 2011. Inventory levels have been volatile and sold volume has tipped the market back into the … Continue reading

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Tricks of the Eye – Making Living Areas Larger With A Few Changes

One major problem that owners and renters alike face is making a room look larger when the square footage or design won’t allow it. Bathrooms, kitchens, and even some living spaces all have the same need of being larger than … Continue reading

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