Real estate in Austin is doing well. For the most part, we have not experienced a downward market that the rest of the nation has been experiencing over the past few years. But now it is very hot in the area - South Austin.
We have one agent in our office who is working on his fourth contract to find clients in this area. They were in several sentences after a multiple sentence situation. It can be very competitive in some areas and districts. Just so hot!
South of the river, South Austin is home to an eclectic variety of homes and residents. It is in close proximity to the Auditorium Shores, Palmer Event Center and the city center. It reflects the Keep Austin Weird mentality in the area.
The well-known South Austin shopping area is called “SoCo” and has a collection of unique and trendy shops, restaurants and restaurants. Residents of the city enjoy a sense of their own relationship with the advantages of a large metropolis. On the first Thursday of every month, you will find a popular shopping event in the South Congress Avenue area. This is usually from Barton Springs Road to Elizabeth Street and looks like a big party for all ages. Shops along the Southern Congress remain open later, some of them have special sales activities, and some even provide free drinks.
The University of St. Edward is also located in the south. He was named one of America’s top colleges “American News and World Report” and is considered one of the best liberal arts universities in the country.
Regardless of whether you decide to take a walk or ride the nearby paths or settle in for a gourmet gourmet dinner, buying a home in South Austin can mean anything to everyone. The area provides a convenient location in the city, while maintaining the unique atmosphere of Austin.
This area is also just a short drive from McKinney Falls Park. This is a local treasure if you have never had more than 700 acres of land. My family and I enjoy visiting state parks through Austin, and this one is definitely at the top of the list. There is swimming, hiking, fishing and camping for visitors.
Popular areas include Belterra, Buldinsky Brook, Cherry Creek, Onion Creek, Sendera, Shady Hollow, Travis Heights, Silker and Barton Hills. And at a rental price that exceeds the cost of owning property — especially at these historically low mortgage rates — more and more Buyers are looking for homes in South Austin.
