With the explosion of growth in Cedar Park and Leander, Liberty Hill has started to see its fair share of population increase. What was once a sleepy little town that had a couple of restaurants and small businesses now has a Starbucks, several chain restaurants and a brand new H-E-B on the border of Leander […]
Gated Communities in Driftwood and Dripping Springs
If you’re looking for a serene setting not too far outside of Austin, Driftwood and Dripping Springs are a great place to start your search. Over the last decade, the area has grown and expanded from the ranch land it used to be. For some reason, we’re starting to see a fair amount of gated […]
Gated Communities in Round Rock
Round Rock is one of Austin’s most popular suburbs. Being named one of America’s safest cities has attracted both local and relocating residents, and for good reason. The schools are top rated, housing is affordable and it’s close to Austin’s major employers. There is a wide range of housing available with everything from a basic […]
Top Neighborhoods Near Downtown Austin for $400k or Less
Downtown Austin is becoming a go to spot for top restaurants, shopping, festivals and night life. What was once a small, few block area has turned into several districts that attract residents from all over Austin. Though there are some neighborhoods near Downtown that are home to some of Austin’s most expensive real estate, living […]
4 Historic Districts in East Austin
For the last fews years, East Austin has seen a tremendous surge in popularity. It has become the city’s new art district, with studios and galleries popping up on every corner. Also the city’s foodie paradise, both up and coming and established chefs are opening up trendy restaurants. You’ll also see East Austin is chocked […]
Austin Map with Neighborhoods
If you know the general area you’d like to live, but aren’t familiar with the neighborhoods around it, you’ve come to the right place. Finding a place to live, especially when relocating to a new city, can be very overwhelming. When we moved to Austin, our Realtor told us first time home buyers lived in […]
Lifestyle vs Location – Better Neighborhood or Better Home?
The influence of location on value is recognized by virtually everyone, yet, little consideration is focused on the personal effect location plays on the buyer’s lifestyle. What part location plays on an owner’s everyday responsibilities is a question that seemingly few prospective buyers ask. How does the location of the neighborhood you’re considering affect your […]
16 Signs You Should Buy a New Home Over a Used Home
If you’ve been thinking about buying a new home versus a used home, you know how overwhelming a decision like that can be. There are pros and cons of buying new construction in Austin, and you might see yourself leaning towards one type or the other. If you’re still confused, here are 16 signs you […]
11 Most Underrated Austin Neighborhoods
Like any city, Austin has some neighborhoods with big PR machines that keep them top of mind. But, that doesn’t necessarily mean those are the ONLY great neighborhoods in Austin. It just means they are the most well known. Scroll Down to Read Our List of the 11 Most Underrated Austin Neighborhoods. When we moved […]
24/7 Guard Gated Communities in Austin
For those Austin home buyers looking for additional security, you might be considering homes in 24/7 guard gated communities. In your Austin home search, you’ve probably found it is difficult to determine which luxury gated communities are guard gated. That’s because there is no field on MLS that easily allows filtering of homes in 24/7 […]