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- 6.12.2008 The 2008 Top 25 Real Estate Market Forecast
- 5.27.2008 Urban Austin A wiki devoted to the architecture and urban design of Austin, Texas
- 5.19.2008 Austin Area Continues to Benefit From Stable Real Estate Market
- 4.29.2008 More apartments coming for Austin area
- 4.24.2008 Five Travis school districts face double-digit appraisal increases
- 4.10.2008 Top 10 Best Cities for Home Sellers
- 3.27.2008 4 Texas Cities Among Top 10 in Growth
- 3.18.2008 A Fed rate cut could send some mortgage rates even higher
- 2.27.2008 Austin Expands with New Hotels, Attractions
- 2.22.2008 The 2008 Top 25 Real Estate Market Forecast
- 2.15.2008 Some Cities Are Spared the Slide in Housing
- 2.7.2008 Seton unveils new Round Rock hospital
- 1.30.2008 America's Fastest-Growing Metros
- 1.29.2008 TexasRealtors.com - What's in store for 2008? The outlook for the residential real estate market.
- 1.29.2008 WSJ.com - A Mortgage 'Tweak' We Don't Need
- 1.28.2008 The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M. - Real estate statistics for Austin-Round Rock.
- 1.23.2008 Entrepreneur.com - Best and Worst Places to Buy a House
- 1.20.2008 The future of Austin.
- 10.31.2007 Eric Carvajal - Top 7 Tips For Choosing A Property Management Company
- 10.31.2007 Eric Carvajal - Top 7 Reasons to Invest in Costa Rica Real Estate
- 10.1.2007 America's Most Stable Housing Markets
- 9.20.2007 Eric Carvajal - Top 7 Neighborhoods In Central Austin
- 9.17.2007 Eric Carvajal - Top 7 Things to do in Austin, Texas
- 4.1.2007 Forecast: 100 biggest markets Analysts still are looking for a relatively mild downturn - but in some areas, things will get worse before they get better.
Austin Area Information
The Arboretum area features newer, more modern apartment complexes with all the amenities at much more affordable prices than central Austin. With only a 10-20 minute drive down Mopac to campus and downtown, it has become a great option for those who don't mind the commute. Typical rental rates run from $.65-$1.15 per sq. ft. Contact one of our agents for an updated listing of the latest specials.
Downtown has become Austin's premiere location in the rental market. With closeness to Townlake, Sixth Street, the Warehouse District, and the state capital, downtown has created very urban lifestyles for Austin. Call one of our agents to view the lavish new town-homes, trendy lofts, and garden apartments. This areas rental rates range from $1.25- $2.00 per sq. ft.
Far West Austin is largely made up of older, well-kept apartments. Many college students live in this area because of the UT shuttles and close distance to Loop 1. Prices are more economical in this area as prices tend to decrease when you move further out of central Austin. Our agents know what college students want and expect, e-mail us for more information regarding this area. Rental rates in far west Austin range from $.75-$1.25 per sq. ft.
Hyde Park is an astonishing central Austin neighborhood. If you insist on something different, Hyde Park offers unique small apartment complexes, and charming homes in established neighborhoods, which a simple bike ride to the main city area. Typical rental rates in Hyde Park range from $1-$1.25 per sq. ft.
North Campus is located close to the UT Law School, Engineering, and Natural Sciences. This area is less dense than West Campus, housing only approximately 5,000 students. It is a great area to purchase a condominium because of the location, and less disturbance than West Campus. Rental rates in this area typically run at $1-$1.50 per sq. ft.
West Campus is home to approximately 15,000 college students. Students are within walking distance or a quick bike ride to campus. The University is right across the street from Guadalupe St. and most of UT's fraternity and sorority houses are right along side with the luxury apartments, private dorms, condos, and small apartment complexes. Typical rental rates range from $1.25-$2.00 per sq. ft. Contact one of our agents for more information on the trendy living spots located around west campus. We have an extensive knowledge of this area.
Riverside houses a large concentration of undergraduates in Austin. There are five UT shuttle routes running ever so often as ever 7 minutes to assure you not to miss the buss. This area has some of the most reasonable rental rates in Austin. Rental rates average $.60-$1.25 per sq. ft. in this area. Another perk to Riverside is many complexes offer individual leases, roommate matching, credit card payments, and all bills paid.
Tarrytown/ Enfield is a great neighborhood with established zones and grand homes spotted with a few smaller apartment complexes along Enfield Rd. Average rental rates here range from $1- $11.50 per sq. ft. This area is considered the best of both worlds' located just minutes from downtown, campus and fine dining. We can assist you in finding the perfect home to meet all your expectations and interests.
Contact The Carvajal Group today and let one of our professionals show you around this beautiful city.