Neighboring the beautiful Texas Hill Country and only 12 miles south of downtown, Circle C Ranch is one of the most well-known master-planned communities in Southwest Austin. This community has over 3,700 homes with diverse architectural styles constructed by Texas’s most popular home builders. The Circle C community includes a year-round, outdoor, Olympic-size heated pool, state-of-the-art recreation...
Cherrywood is one of the premier neighborhoods of East Austin. For those who want to be close to the University of Texas, this neighborhood, named for the major north-south artery, Cherrywood Road, that runs through the middle of it, is an excellent location with a strong sense of community! This eclectic neighborhood is within walking distance to several well-known Austin landmarks like Mi Madre's...
If you enjoy living in the city and enjoy the comfort of a small community, Central Austin is the place for you! Homes in Central Austin have something for everyone, from fixer-uppers to new construction; this area has become a highly desirable location for homebuyers! Apart from its proximity to downtown, more appealing features of Central Austin are famous attractions like the University of Texas...
Barton Creek is 5.4 square miles, an easy commute to downtown, and holds the honor of being one of Austin’s largest and oldest neighborhoods. This quiet and safe neighborhood features luxury homes with various architectural styles dating back to the beginning of the 20th Century. With multiple dining and nightlife options along the borders of this neighborhood, there is plenty to see and do! Surrounded...
Austin has a long history that has helped it evolve into the bustling city it is today. The capital of the new Republic of Texas began as a small town called Waterloo in 1839. As the town began to grow Waterloo was renamed after "the father of Texas" Stephen F. Austin. Access to the Colorado River continued to draw people to the area and a city began to form. By 1840, the Republic of Texas government...
Austin appeals to outsiders for our low cost of living, job opportunities, and culture! Besides keeping Austin weird with our unique events like ACL and Eeyore's birthday party or maintaining our status as the live music capital of the world, we’re known for art in Austin too! We have several art galleries and museums to offer locals. So many that we’re separating them by location! Central...
Mortgage rates have dropped to historic lows in the past year, causing many to refinance their mortgage. Refinancing your mortgage can help you save money. One report estimated the average savings to be $300 per month after refinancing. But there are some upfront costs you should know about before refinancing your mortgage. The First Cost of Refinancing: Closing Costs Closing costs are 2-5% of the...
Downtown Austin is home to the hottest neighborhoods in Austin, like Zilker, West University, Travis Heights, Central East Austin, and Bouldin Creek. We’re going to break down the homes, schools, and activities in the neighborhood. Downtown Austin Homes Properties sold in the area range from single-family homes to condos and townhomes. The average listing price for a home in Downtown Austin...
The pandemic and stay-at-home orders caused many people to move, whether it’s a new job or wanting a lower cost of living as everyone continues to work remotely. The report from the “Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2022” reports that “almost two-thirds of real estate professionals believe that fewer than 75% of workers will come to the office at least three days a week in 2022.” And a recent...
We’ve all heard of a mortgage, but what about a reverse mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a type of loan that allows you to cash out your home’s equity while you still live in your home. Instead of paying the lender your monthly mortgage, the lender pays you. You don’t have to pay back the money until you move out, sell the house, or pass away. Here is more information about how it works, and why you...