Buyers who want to budget their monthly housing payment frequently ask how much property taxes are in Austin. The short answer is property taxes vary based on several factors, so it is hard to say they are a certain percentage in the Austin metro area. School district, utility district, hospital districts and whether or not […]
Austin Suburbs with the Best Schools
If you want to live in the Austin area, but aren’t too keen on Austin itself, you have several suburbs to choose from. Looking at a map and fumbling around with your home search parameters will show you where you can find the homes that meet your criteria, but you still might not know if […]
Buda and Kyle Master Planned Communities
Buda and Kyle are southern suburbs of Austin and some of the fastest growing. Buda alone grew 103% from 2000-2010 and that number is expected to double over the next decade. Why are Buda and Kyle so desirable to buyers? Buda and Kyle offer suburban dwellers the best of both worlds – affordable, suburban living […]
Round Rock and Pflugerville Master Planned Communities
Round Rock and Pflugerville are two of the most popular suburbs located north of Austin. As Austin has grown, Round Rock and Pflugerville remain relatively affordable for home buyers, making them an easy go to for residents working north. Much of the development in Round Rock and Pflugerville has been somewhat recent, so you’ll find […]
Lake Travis Master Planned Communities
Lake Travis is the ideal part of town for you if you like the water or private golf communities. Located in a highly rated public school district, Lake Travis master planned communities have grown quickly and more are breaking ground every month. Here, we’ll show you where you can find cabins for purchase in a […]
Northwest Austin Master Planned Communities
Much like Southwest Austin, Northwest Austin is made up of mostly smaller, more established neighborhoods. But, Northwest Austin is also home to some of the city of Austin’s first master planned communities. If you’re looking for something a little more suburban feeling with amenities, sidewalks and HOA’s, you have a few options in Northwest Austin. […]
Top 20 Austin Neighborhoods with Great Schools $1MM-$1.5MM
If you’re looking for a top school district in Austin and don’t want to sift through ratings to find the neighborhoods with the best schools, you’ve come to the right place. In our Top Rated Schools blog series, we’re listing out the top 20 Austin neighborhoods with the best schools in every price range. In […]
Master Planned Communities Around Austin
Master planned communities are some of the most popular neighborhoods for home buyers looking for a suburban feel, community amenities and newer construction. Built in areas where there was no infrastructure, developers can create a community that incorporates the features today’s buyers want and still have a sense of uniformity. Because Austin is a fairly […]
West Austin Master Planned Communities
West Austin master planned communities aren’t what you would expect. A few are built around a private country club, making the club the focal point of the community, rather than a community pool and park. Another is spread over several sections, which are very different with everything from 24/7 guard gated to a neighborhood of […]
Hilly Neighborhoods in Austin
When you see Texas depicted on TV, you see vast open spaces where you can see for miles. Though that is a lot of Texas, Austin is an exception. Located at the entrance to the hill country, Texas’ rolling hills, Austin’s west and northwest sides do have some change in elevation. These hills aren’t mountains, […]