Year over year statistics from ABOR
The median home price of the greater Austin area has reached an all-time high for any month on record.
“Austin’s housing market has become one of the most competitive markets in the U.S.,” Susan Horton, 2021 ABoR President, said. “As new companies relocate to Austin and the city’s popularity draws in new residents, the sheer demand for housing has created a critical inventory shortage... the market can seem difficult to navigate to the average consumer, because it is fast paced, and transactions are becoming increasingly complex. This is why it is so important to work with a REALTOR® who understands the...
Everyone knew the popular Hut’s Hamburgers restaurant that unfortunately closed in March of last year. The iconic West-6th building was originally Sammie’s Drive-in, founded in 1939. A month ago, Sammie’s reopened to bring a restored and reinvented version of the old restaurant. Some of the incredible menu items include calamari, gnocchi, steak, salads, and also seven specialty dishes on the "Sammie’s Classics" list. This is a perfect spot for a birthday, date night, or group event. It might be a good idea to make a reservation on their website. Check out the deliciousness that Sammie’s has to offer this summer!
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Will Taylor
The 4th of July events in the greater Austin area are always incredible. Lakeway hosts their famous Old-Fashioned celebration every year. The celebration is 3 days packed full of fireworks, food, and fun. The fireworks kick off the weekend Friday in the Rough Hollows/Highlands neighborhood. You do not want to miss this spectacular weekend!
If you live near the Bee Cave area, the Hill Country Galleria is also hosting a 4th of July celebration and fireworks show. Live music will start at 6:30 pm featuring two local bands. There will be multiple kids activities, food, and the “best fireworks show in Central Texas”....
Austin has had one of the hottest real estate markets for a few years now, and it only continues to rise. Current average home prices are breaking new records according to the Austin Board of Realtor's stats. The demand is so high that the homes are flying off the market. Hundreds of companies are flocking to Austin constantly and about 170 people move to Austin every day.
So far in 2021, 1,440 Austin homes have sold for between $100,000 and $299,999 above the asking price. Also, 72 have already sold for $300,000 or more above the asking price, per a recent study from Redfin. We do not foresee...
