Austin Area – Sam Smith, Realtor

22Aug 2019 by admin No Comments

July 2019: Austin-area home sales break July records

Austin-area home sales set an all-time high for any July on record, as sales last month increased 11.7% to 3,439 home sales, according to the latest Central Texas Housing Market Report from the Austin Board of REALTORS®. Despite the record, home sales within the city of Austin remained flat due to limited housing inventory. "Regional single-family home sales posted strong gains this July, indicating the summer selling season is likely to remain active and steady throughout August," Kevin P. Scanlan, 2019 president of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, said. “It’s a sellers’ market right now. Even though we saw an increase in new listings, inventory remains low. Homes located inside city limits are spending less than one month on the market, on average." Jim Gaines, chief economist at the Real…

19Jul 2019 by admin No Comments

June 2019: Dip in Austin’s Home Sales May Indicate New Trend

Austin Area, Real Estate News

Central Texas home sales increase in first half of 2019; decrease in Austin AUSTIN, TX – Single-family home sales experienced strong gains in the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) but declined in the city of Austin in the first half of this year, according to the June and Midyear 2019 Central Texas Housing Market Report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®. "We have seen slight dips in Austin's home sales before, but because this decrease is over the course of six months, it could be indicative of a larger trend," Kevin P. Scanlan, 2019 president of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, said. "Austin's limited housing inventory—which dropped below two months in June—and increasing home prices have resulted in fewer sales over time. As Austin continues to be one of…

25Jun 2019 by admin No Comments

May 2019: Lack of Mid-Market Housing in Austin Leads Buyers to Suburbs

Austin Area, Real Estate News

Austin's median home price hits all-time high amid declining inventory AUSTIN, TX–The median price of a single-family home reached an all-time high of $407,400 in the city of Austin—setting a new record for the Austin Board of REALTORS®’s monthly housing reports. But at the same time, the May 2019 Central Texas Housing Market report shows declines in the city of Austin for both new and active listings, as well as a 3.4% drop in home sales. The same wasn’t true, however, for the surrounding areas, which all experienced strong gains. "A lack of middle-market housing in the city of Austin is driving demand to the suburbs," Kevin P. Scanlan, 2019 president of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, said. "While the Central Texas housing market is healthy and thriving, Austin continues…

27May 2019 by admin No Comments

FOR SALE: Modern, Urban Farmhouse

Austin Area, Listings

Backyard, large enough for your urban farm and more! Updates throughout make this ‘80s home feel contemporary and modern! New kitchen shines with light from a sweet and cheery casement window over the sink, perfect for your indoor herb garden. Galley style leads from garage and utility room to the dining area, cute as a picture with bay windows to bring even more light into the house. Durable wood counter and marble backsplash perfectly frame the new farmhouse sink. Stylish white cabinets and gray slate floor tile hit all the modern decor buttons. Both bathrooms have had an extreme makeover, pretty much from top to bottom! Every room has been updated with a neutral paint color. Roof was updated in November 2018. Modern, energy-efficient windows were installed in December 2018.…

28Apr 2019 by admin No Comments

SOLD: Spacious Colonial on Corner Lot in River Ridge

Austin Area, Sold Homes, Solds

https://www.tourfactory.com/2119049 NEW PRICE $349,900 First impressions are everything, and when you walk in the front door you’ll be struck by how open and bright this home is! Right away, you get the feel for having guests over for either formal or casual events, because you have both types of living & dining spaces. Multi-gen or guest opportunity with a bedroom and full bath downstairs. Astounding amount of storage and counter space will keep you in the kitchen even if you don’t like to cook! A trio of bay windows in the upstairs Owner’s suite is perfect for morning yoga and journaling, while you can end your day in the garden tub or free-standing shower. Unbelievable storage in this suite, including a secret entrance to the partially finished attic, with space…

17Apr 2019 by admin No Comments

March 2019: Single-family homes sales fall in Austin as inventory remains critically low

Austin Area, Real Estate News

A new land development code is crucial for addressing housing market concerns AUSTIN, TX–City of Austin home sales dipped as the median price of a single-family home rose, according to the March 2019 Central Texas Housing Market report by the Austin Board of REALTORS®. At the same time, housing inventory remained critically low, and homes continued to spend less time on the market. "Because Austin’s economy is thriving and the city continues to remain one of the most popular living destinations in the country, the housing market remains extremely tight," Kevin P. Scanlan, 2019 president of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, said. “In March, new listings, active listings and pending sales all declined, but the median price increased. We need a solution to the ongoing affordability and inventory crisis, which is why…

12Apr 2019 by admin No Comments

FOR SALE: Country Living, Close to Town

Austin Area, Listings

Looking for country living but you want to be close to town? Look no further! Meticulously maintained custom built home sits on 0.78 acre in a desirable neighborhood only moments outside Georgetown city limits. No neighbors in back – unless you count the cows as neighbors – and one of the lowest property tax rates around! The kitchen has been updated with granite counters and bar seating. Enjoy sunrise or any type of weather from the huge dining room windows. From there you can see what fruit is ripe on your peach, pear, pecan, or fig trees, and hopefully catch a glimpse of the cows idly grazing in an adjacent, tree-filled field. This ranch-style home hosts four bedrooms plus a separate office/study that can easily become a guest room. And…

14Mar 2019 by admin No Comments

February 2019: Statistics Point to an Early Spring

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AUSTIN, TX– Central Texas REALTORS® sold more homes than any February on record last month, indicating the spring selling season may have started early this year. According to the Austin Board of REALTORS® February 2019 Central Texas Housing Market report, sales increased by 6 percent from February 2018 to February 2019 to 2,101 sales. This increase was matched with both a rise in active listings and housing inventory, signs that the Austin Metro housing market this year continues to move toward greater balance. "We've been hearing from our members that buying and selling activity has really picked up over the past month," Kevin P. Scanlan, president of Austin Board of REALTORS®, said. "We're seeing a lot of development in North Austin, as major tech employers are looking for space with ample room…

31Jan 2019 by admin No Comments

SOLD: MCM in the Heart of Old Town

Austin Area, Solds

When people mention LOCATION, this one has got it! Only four blocks from the Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas, this mid-century ranch style home is in the middle of it all. Walk to dinner & drinks, shopping, and the popular festivals that keep the downtown area hopping all year round. Nestled into a shady yard, there's plenty of outdoor space for entertaining or adding square footage to the house. Old, native pecan trees overshadow the young apple, grapefruit, and fig trees. The house has some updates, and yet there is potential for further updating and personalization to your specific taste. 3 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1,044 square feet$250,000

22Jan 2019 by admin No Comments

December 2018: Record-breaking sales & housing affordability

Austin Area, Real Estate News

Record-breaking sales in the Central Texas market underscore the need for greater housing affordability AUSTIN, TX– Rising property values and increased demand led to an all-time high in sales dollar volume in 2018 as shrinking affordability spread across Central Texas, according to year-end data in the latest Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) report. Central Texas REALTORS® sold 30,713 homes in 2018, generating $11.9 billion in sales dollar volume, the December and Year-End 2018 Central Texas Housing Market Report found. “2018 was the highest-grossing year on record, and for the first time ever, the median price for single-family homes in the Austin-Round Rock MSA (metropolitan statistical area) stayed above $300,000 for 10 consecutive months,” Kevin P. Scanlan, the 2019 Austin Board of REALTORS®president, said. “While much of the region is benefitting from these higher numbers,…