You’ve found the home. You’ve made the offer. Your agent calls to say it’s accepted – and then rattles off a list of deadlines, fees, and forms you’ve never heard of. The option fee is due by tomorrow. The earnest money needs to go to the title company within three business days. You have a […]

If you’re looking for honest, research-backed information on Austin real estate, you’ve found the right Austin real estate blog. Whether you’re buying your first home, thinking about selling, or relocating to Central Texas and trying to figure out which neighborhood fits your life, you’ll find practical, no-pressure guidance here.
Your Austin Real Estate Blog for Buyers, Sellers and Relocators
Eleven Oaks Realty has been helping clients buy and sell homes since 1978, and this Austin homes blog has been part of that mission since 2010. The goal is simple: give you the information you actually need to make a confident, informed decision on your own timeline.
If you’re buying, you’ll find articles on how Austin’s market works, what to expect during the offer and closing process in Texas, and how to evaluate different neighborhoods and price points. Our neighborhood guides cover dozens of Austin-area communities with real data on home prices, school districts, and what makes each area distinct.
If you’re selling, the seller section covers pricing strategy, how to read current market conditions, and what buyers in today’s market are paying closest attention to. Every month we publish updated Austin market reports using MLS data, so you can see what’s actually happening rather than relying on broad national headlines.
Austin is one of the most researched relocation destinations in the country, and we’ve written extensively about making that move. From comparing neighborhoods by commute time, school district, and walkability, to understanding what to expect from Austin’s pricing and pace, the blog covers the questions we hear most from buyers coming from out of state.
Most of the content on this blog is written by Rebecca Jacks, Broker Associate and licensed agent since 2007. If you have a question that isn’t answered in an article, reach out. We read every message.
How to Sell Your Austin Home from Out of State (Without the Stress)
You’ve moved away from Austin. Maybe it was a job transfer, a life change, or a decision that made complete sense at the time. But now your Austin home is sitting there, vacant or with tenants, and you need to sell it without being on the ground to oversee everything. If the life change behind […]
Should You Sell First or Buy First in Austin? The Real Answer for 2026
You’re ready to move up. You have equity in your current home. You know the neighborhood you want, the extra bedroom you need, the yard that would change how you spend your weekends. But every time you sit down to plan the move, you land on the same question: do you sell first or buy […]
Austin Builder Incentives & Rate Buydowns: The 2026 Guide to Getting the Best Deal on New Construction
About 31% of homes currently listed in the Austin metro area are new construction. Builders in Kyle, Georgetown, Leander, and Pflugerville are competing hard for buyers, and the incentive packages on the table right now are some of the most substantial in recent memory. Rate buydowns as low as 3.25%, closing cost credits in the […]
July 2026 Austin Luxury Real Estate Price Report
Eleven Oaks Realty is proud to present their July 2026 Austin Luxury Real Estate Price Report measuring activity in the luxury home market across Travis, Williamson, and Hays Counties. For this report, luxury is defined as any home that sold for $1,000,000 or more. Looking for the most current data? Check out our August 2026 […]
July 2026 Austin Multi Family Real Estate Price Report
Eleven Oaks Realty is proud to present their July 2026 Austin Multi Family Real Estate Price Report measuring activity in the Austin multi family market. This report includes all multi family properties (duplex, triplex and quadplex) that sold in July 2026. Looking for the most current data? Check out our August 2026 Austin Multi Family […]
July 2026 Austin Condo Price Report
Eleven Oaks Realty is proud to present their July 2026 Austin Condo Price Report measuring activity in the Austin condo market. Our July 2026 Austin Condo Price Report covers all condominiums and townhomes in the City of Austin. Looking for the most current data? Check out our August 2026 Austin Condo Price Report. July brought […]
July 2026 Austin Real Estate Price Report
Eleven Oaks Realty is proud to present their July 2026 Austin Real Estate Price Report measuring activity in the single family home market. Looking for the most current data? Check out our August 2026 Austin Real Estate Price Report. July brought the familiar seasonal cooldown to Austin’s single-family market. The median sold price fell 4.9% […]
5 Best Austin-Area Suburbs for First-Time Homebuyers (2026): Real Prices, Schools & Commutes Compared
Buying your first home near Austin in 2026 looks a lot different than it did three years ago, and in many ways, that’s good news. Prices across the Austin suburbs have pulled back meaningfully from their 2022 peaks, sellers are negotiating again, and builders are offering rate buydowns and closing cost credits that simply were […]
Do You Need a Buyer’s Agent for New Construction in Austin? (Yes — Here’s Exactly Why)
Yes, you need a buyer’s agent for new construction in Austin. That’s the short answer. Here’s the question that usually follows: “But doesn’t that cost me more?” No, and that surprises most people who ask. In many Austin-area new construction transactions, the builder covers buyer’s agent commission — but that’s negotiated case by case now, […]
Most Affluent Zip Codes in Austin
Austin has long attracted high earners drawn to its tech industry, top-ranked universities, and quality of life — but not all of Austin is created equal. If you’re looking for the wealthiest zip codes in Austin, whether for relocation, investment, or curiosity, the differences in median household income, home values, and neighborhood character are striking. […]