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What's it like living in Austin? How's the job market? What does Austin look like? How are the schools? How much are Austin property taxes? Find out all of this and more in our Living in Austin blog.

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Top Rated Elementary Schools in Austin

April 20, 2022 By Rebecca Jacks

If you’re relocating to Austin or just unfamiliar with elementary schools, it can be a daunting task to figure out the top rated schools. Knowing that, we’ve done all the heavy lifting for you. Below you’ll see the top rated elementary schools in and around Austin. Top Rated Elementary Schools in Austin Map To help […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Top Rated Schools

Best Austin Area High Schools

April 5, 2022 By Rebecca Jacks

The Austin area is know for having some of the best public schools in America. Determining which schools and school districts are the best can be subjective and based solely on your child’s current needs and plans for the future. Although experts will say the early years of your child’s education can really set your […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Top Rated Schools

Neighborhoods Near Steiner Ranch

January 7, 2022 By Rebecca Jacks

Steiner Ranch is probably the most well known neighborhood in Austin. When we were looking to move to Austin, Steiner Ranch was one of the neighborhoods that kept coming up in our searches. Ultimately, we didn’t choose Steiner Ranch, but not because it wasn’t a great neighborhood with lots of amenities. It just wasn’t in […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Choosing the Right Neighborhood, Master Planned Communities, Neighborhood Maps

What Locals Know About Austin that Tourists Don’t

October 12, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

While Austin may be world renowned for its indie art scene, famous festivals like SXSW and commitment to waste free and organic living, the best things about Austin are secrets that only the locals know. But if you are from out of town or are looking to relocate to Austin, don’t worry. We’re going to […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Researching Your Move, Visiting Austin

How Accurate are Austin Property Tax Estimates?

October 11, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

Property taxes can make a significant difference in affordability for Austin home buyers. Tax rates range from about 1.7-3.4% (varies by neighborhood) of your home’s assessed value. Depending on your home’s assessed value, annual property taxes in Austin can be anywhere from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars per year. Because […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Frequent Buyer Questions, Homestead Exemption, Property Taxes, Researching Your Move

Your Best Austin Staycation

August 8, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

Austin is known for being a great city for residents and tourists alike. So if you don’t have a tropical vacation planned this summer, take a look at our recommendations for your best Austin staycation! Adults Only Stay. Kimpton Hotels has long been known as a fun and friendly boutique offering. Their Austin outpost, the […]

Filed Under: Buyers, Living in Austin Tagged With: Food, Fun Things to Do, Researching Your Move, Visiting Austin

Round Rock Named #2 Best City to Live in the US in 2019

September 25, 2019 By Rebecca Jacks

Round Rock recently found itself on Money Magazine’s Best Cities to Live in the US in 2019, coming in at #2. Austin area residents have known Round Rock’s merits for some time. It has even gotten some national recognition, named one of the safest cities in America. But, this overall “best city to live” nod […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Austin Accolades, Cost of Living, Relocation Tips, Researching Your Move, Suburbs

Most Expensive Zip Codes in Austin

July 18, 2019 By Rebecca Jacks

Recently, Austin was named the #10 Richest City in the US by The Cheat Sheet. Often considered the most expensive city to live in Texas, it’s also the most affordable “rich city” to live in the US. Percentage of the market wise, Austin has more luxury homes than Houston, Dallas and San Antonio. Where can […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Luxury Homes, Luxury Housing Market, Zip Codes

3010 Sea Jay Drive Austin TX 78745 | Home for Sale

May 31, 2019 By Rebecca Jacks

Nestled in a suburban neighborhood, this home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,577 square feet of living space. You’ll admire everything about this home, from its upgraded roof that now features TESLA Solar, to the hardwood floor installed all throughout the house.

Filed Under: Austin, Enclave at Westgate, Living in Austin Tagged With: 3 Bedroom Homes for Sale, Homes for Sale, Real Estate Properties for Sale, Rebecca Stoklosa

What’s Driving Austin’s Nitro Fueled Economy and What Does it Mean?

April 30, 2019 By Rebecca Jacks

As the old saying goes, everything is bigger in Texas. And in the case of the city’s capital of Austin, that includes what most citizens across the country value the most—the economy. But non-Austinites may wonder what exactly is driving Austin’s nitro fueled economy? The answer, of course, is an open secret that has become […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Austin Accolades, Growth, Housing Market, Job Market, Researching Your Move

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