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Burgeoning Austin suburb boasts second-hottest neighborhood for U.S. homebuyers
he population of Leander soared 123 percent from 2010 to 2020, and the growth shows no signs of letting up. A new report from residential real estate platform Opendoor provides further evidence of the continued popularity of the Williamson County suburb. Leander’s 78641 ZIP code ranks second on Opendoor’s new list of the country’s 10 most popular ZIP codes for homebuyers. To develop the list, Opendoor analyzed home sales in 2021 in the more than 40 markets where it operates brokerages. Chris Westrom, Opendoor’s senior general manager in Austin, says Leander benefits from the population and job growth occurring throughout the metro area. “Leander … offers residents a smaller-town charm while only being about…
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Zillow: Austin expected to be No. 10 hottest housing market, down from No. 1
AUSTIN, Texas — No. 1 no longer – at least, according to Zillow. In 2021, Zillow named Austin the hottest housing market in the country. But the real estate marketplace company announced on Jan. 4 that Austin is expected to fall to No. 10 in 2022. Zillow expects Tampa, Florida, to be the No. 1 market this year, with several Sun Belt markets following close behind. The top five include Jacksonville, Florida (No. 2); Raleigh, N.C. (No. 3); San Antonio, Texas (No. 4); and Charlotte, N.C. (No. 5). Zillow says these markets are expected to be hot in 2022 due to a combination of strong forecasted home growth, fast-moving inventory, strong economic fundamentals…
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Here are the top 5 things to do in Austin this Christmas weekend
Eat, drink, dance, and be merry with these festive happenings. Finish up your holiday shopping at Blue Genie Art Bazaar or celebrate Hoppy Holidays with a cold beer in hand at the Neill-Cochran House Museum. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this Christmas weekend. Thursday, December 23 Blue Genie Art Bazaar Make the last dash to Blue Genie Art Bazaar for all your holiday gifting needs. Visitors will be able to shop in four different ways, including in person and virtually, to ensure a safe and pleasant experience for everyone. More than 170 regional artisans will be offering gifts for everyone on your list. Blue Genie…
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A 2021 guide to holiday lights in and around Central Texas
Tis the season for Christmas in Central Texas and one thing that makes this time of year more enjoyable is holiday lights! If you haven’t gone hunting for Christmas lights yet, in this article I will offer you several locations that you can visit in Central Texas to see some awesome light displays. Where To Find Holiday Lights In Central Texas Austin Trail of Lights: This iconic holiday staple returns for its 57th year and second year as a drive-thru event to light up Zilker Park with over two million lights. Stay warm in your car and cruise through light displays of every shape and size. Open nightly from Nov. 27 through Dec. 31…
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Austin housing market remains on record year pace, report says
AUSTIN, Texas — The housing market in the Austin area is still on track for a record-breaking year despite a calming trend, according to the latest Central Texas Housing Report. The Austin Board of Realtors (ABoR) released its October 2021 report on Thursday. The report found that sales dollar volume increased 6.4% year-over-year to $1,836,686,318 and new listings increased 0.9% to 3,777. Home sales across the Austin-Round Rock metro area decreased 12.1% to 3,250 closings compared to October 2020, but the median sales price grew 24.7% year-over-year to $455,000, which set a record for the month of October. The report states that housing inventory in the Austin-Round Rock MSA dipped 0.1 months…
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Austin’s booming housing market is redefining what counts as ‘luxury’ real estate
AUSTIN, Texas — We’ve all seen the headlines: Austin’s real estate market is booming. The median price for a home in the Austin-Round Rock area is currently $480,000. Four years ago, it was $301,000. That’s a 59% increase in less than five years. And the shifting real estate market is changing which properties are considered “luxury real estate.” In Austin, a $1 million price tag used to be the benchmark for a luxury property. But now $1 million could buy you a townhome near downtown or a teardown in other parts of town. “I remember when having a $900,000 listing, everybody was like, ‘Whoa, she is a really big listing.’…
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Fall In Central Texas – Central Texas Real Estate Market Update
Howdy folks! Can you believe that come Monday it’ll officially be Autumn?! By then, the Longhorns will be 3-1, the Cowboys 3-0 and we’ll turn our attention to all the deep fried yumminess the Texas State Fair has to offer! I’m only half kidding about our obsession with artery clogging foods, but did you know October is traditionally one of the top 4 months for central Texas real estate sales? If you are thinking of a move, now is a great time to visit with “your favorite Realtor” to see how best to take advantage of the market. Holy interest rates, Batman! Two years ago most economists projected interest rates…
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Best restaurant patios in Austin
With COVID-19 hospitalizations continuing to climb and ICU beds and ventilators in short supply, some people are retreating to dining behavior from last year. Every restaurant I’ve visited requires staff to continue to wear masks, and many are recommending, if not yet requiring, diners wear masks when not eating and drinking at their tables. And a recent poll from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research showed more than half of Americans favor mask mandates for dining at restaurants. Such a mandate is illegal in Texas. I, like many diners I’ve spoken with, am once again eating almost exclusively on patios. Good news: There are a lot of great patios at Austin…
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Southwest Airlines Announces Largest Schedule Ever from Austin beginning March 2022
AUSTIN, Texas – Marking its 44th year in the Texas capital this week, Southwest Airlines, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s (AUS) largest carrier, has announced that it will bring even more air service to Austin starting in March. The airline will increase service by more than 20 flights per day, offering nonstop service between Austin and 46 destinations on up to 105 departures a day. “With today’s major investment, we’ve designed a schedule specifically focused on bringing key nonstop routes and adding additional frequencies on already served routes for Austin’s business and leisure travelers,” said Dave Harvey, Southwest’s Vice President of Southwest Business and the airline’s Executive Ambassador to Austin. “We thank…
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Austin home prices are up 36% since this time last year, report says
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin’s housing prices are still rising month to month, according to Realtor.com’s July Housing Report. Realtor.com reports that Austin home prices are up 36% year-over-year. Nationally, listings are up and small home prices are down, according to the July report. Realtor.com reports new listing increases are the highest in Midwestern cities like Columbus, Ohio, Cleveland and Milwaukee. Realtor.com also reported that while inventory is still lower nationally compared to last year, the rate of decline is improving. The U.S. median listing price was $385,000, a 10.3% increase year-over-year, and the typical U.S. home spent 38 days on the market in July. But in Austin, homes go faster and cost…
