Apple recently announced it has acquired land at Parmer Lane and McNeil to build a new, $1 billion campus in Austin. When it first opens, Apple’s new Austin campus is estimated it will bring 4,000 tech jobs to the area. That number could swell to nearly 15,000 tech jobs as the company expands. With so […]
Homes Near Parmer Lane’s Tech Corridor
Parmer Lane has become quite the hub for Austin’s tech companies. And, with Apple’s recent announcement to build a brand new campus at Parmer and McNeil, we would expect more tech companies to set up shop nearby. If you’re in the tech industry and are looking for a centralized location to buy a home in […]
Top Rated High Schools in Austin
If you’re looking to buy a house in Austin and have high school aged kids, you’ll want to know where the top rated high schools are located. US World and News Reports does their national list and did include some Austin area high schools on their Best High Schools in the US list. They used […]
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 […]
Neighborhoods Near UT Austin
The University of Texas serves over 50,000 students plus an additional 24,000 faculty and staff. With Austin’s recent population explosion, those who have to commute to and from campus are looking to live as close as possible to minimize their time on our congested freeways. If you’re looking for a home in a neighborhood near […]
Neighborhoods Near Austin Airport
Up until recently, the area around Austin airport was a fairly neglected part of town. There were a few hotels for travelers and a few established neighborhoods with small and affordable homes. But, as Austin has exploded in population and Downtown Austin has flourished, builders looking for land to build decided to look east rather […]
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 […]
Homes Near US Army Futures Command in Austin TX
The US Army recently announced Austin as the winner of 5 finalists to open their Army Futures Command largely in part due to UT’s presence in Austin and around Texas. Expected to open and be fully functional in Summer 2019, the Army is starting to make offers of employment and move candidates to Austin. If […]
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 […]
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 […]