Monthly Archives: January 2012

The Highlander newspaper has put out a new article concerning the new Scott & White Clinic Marble Falls,TX  located at Hwy 281/71 corridor. Checkout www.highlandernews.com to read full article. If you need Marble Falls or Texas Hill Country Real Estate information or news contact Jay Turner at 830-220-2441 !

Scott & White turning dirt on new site

January 26, 2012, 9:00 pm by From Staff Reports

Work on the Wayne & Eileen Hurd Regional Medical Center – Scott & White has started “turning dirt,” Marble Falls Development Services officials said this week.

Ground was officially broken for the first phase of the center in November, and at that time Scott & White representatives said dirt would be flying by this month.

“We granted them their grading permit, so they are turning dirt, and turning a lot of it,” said Marble Falls Director of Development Services Caleb Kraenzel.

No more work has been done beyond preparing the site, though. Development Services still has not granted the project the proper permits for the civil and building plans, because they are waiting for a final submission from Scott & White.

For the rest of the story, see Friday’s Highlander   

For more information about Marble Falls, please contact

Jay Turner

jay@avalartexas.com

830-220-2241

Lakeway, Texas

Click below for the complete article

http://impactnews.com/articles/lakeway-hospital-opening-in-april/index.html

For more information About Lakeway, contact:

Kay DaSilva
Kay@AvalarAustin.com
512-426-1599

Whooping Cranes are here! Thanks for the picture Captain Tommy!

Take a look at this new Blog:

http://rockapulcotexas.wordpress.com/

Posted on January 26, 2012 by rockapulcotexas

My Inaugural Post!

I have lived in Rockport for 6 years and have been in real estate and in retail.  Both of these career paths enabled me to interact with customers/clients and share all of the wonderful happenings in Rockport and the Coastal BendMy Inaugural Post!.  I am currently an agent for Shoreline Real Estate and have decided to start a blog focusing on “what I love about the Coastal Bend” or “Another Day in Paradise”.  My goal is to share information with visitors and locals alike about the real estate market, local happenings, shops, restaurants etc. - enjoy!

For more information About Rockport, contact:

Jesica Beken
Jesica@ShorelineTexas.com
361-816-7806

Heron’s Roost is a picturesque gated community located in Fulton, Texas. Brightly colored, Hardie board homes line the winding streets of the neighborhood. The community is strategically located with a gated entrance on both Highway 35 and Fulton Beach Road. Residents have access to a private pier and beach park within walking distance of all of the homes. The pier and beach park provide prime access to Aransas Bay, home to world class fishing and birding.

2011 was a great year in Heron’s Roost with 3 homes selling for between $210,000 and $275,000. The average Listing Price vs Selling Price for these homes is 92% – an amazing feat in this market. As of January 12, 2012 there are two homes for sale in Heron’s Roost, 1 build to suit and 1 home under contract. Previous market conditions indicate that Heron’s Roost is an ideal place to purchase a mid-priced, low maintenance, coastal home with excellent resale history.

Heron’s Roost is in close proximity to downtown Fulton – home to many restaurants and bars. Oysterfest (the first weekend in March) is a “not to be missed” event. In addition Fulton Harbor is home to “The Skimmer” and Captain Tommy Moore who conducts Whooping Crane adventures in the fall/winter, dolphin/sunset cruises in the spring/summer and private charters year round.

For more information About Fulton, contact:

Jesica Beken
Jesica@ShorelineTexas.com
361-816-7806

Austin Board of Realtors, Home Builders Association

Based on 2011 trends:

Nationally, Texas is ranked # 2 in job growth,

Texas had 227,800 jobs created, at 2.2% growth, Texas Cities had 5 in the top 35.

1. Houston, Sugarland growth was 87,900 jobs, 3.4% growth

2. Dallas/Ft.Worth had 57,300 jobs, 2.0% growth

25.San Antonio/New Braunfels, 10,400 jobs, 1.2% growth

29.Austin/Round Rock/San Marcos, 9,600 jobs, 1.2% growth

32.McAllen/Edinburgh/Pharr, 8,900 jobs, 4.0% growth

Austin Apartment Market shows approximately 95% occupancy with 7,787 new starts in the next 12 months. Occuancy rate has increased 2.5% and rents have increased approximately 7% since the last data. Some of these will turn into home buyers because of the increase of rent and lack of available units.

Austin MLS Statistics since Nov. 2011 in the single family, condo and townhouses has raised  6.3% from last year a total of 21,057 closings. This does not represent homes purchased/sold that were not in the MLS.

The Active listings as of Nov. 2011 showed 8,054, a 4.6 month supply, Texas single family building permits are at -2,867 annual permits (63,399 permits). Housing prices are<1.6> but on a slight increase from 2010. The closing trend and new home market are about equal.

Lake Travis New home market shows 7% starts, Leander is at 22% for new home starts. 43% of annual sales are under $150,000 which is a 16% share, the biggest share of the market is in the $200 – $300K range and is 34%.

The new Home construction and finished homes is 1,489 homes under construction, 1,230 homes are finished and vacant. Pretty much equal. What does this mean for houses in the future, we are running out of lots to be built on, we have approximately 3 month supply of lots for new homes.

Austin, Texas Hill Country, Central Texas, Spicewood, Bastrop, and all surrounding areas, will be looking for places to build homes. As real estate goes, our areas will be growing, we are still a desired location for retirement, recreation, second homes and investment.

For more information about Real Estate in Central Texas,

Cindi Darragh Leech

 Cindi@AvalarAustin.com

512-715-2695

The Safari Room. Looking for a destination to have a banquet, a party or a  wedding reception, Texas style?

On our recent road trip in and around Fredericksburg, Texas,  we discovered “The Trois Estate”.  This is the essence of an old “world” village in the heart of the Texas Hill Country!  For your enjoyment and entertainment you can visit the world’s largest Cap Gun Museum, the Bird Cage Theater, La Bella Luna High Fashion Boutique, The Safari Room, Under Ground Chapel, Under Ground Grotto and dine in style featuring Italian cuisine.  As well as fine Italian Dining, The Trois Estate offers, Bed and Breakfast, European Day Spa, Artisan Market Place and is the Destination for Weddings, Texas Style!   Plan on spending the day just sightseeing and enjoying the uniqueness of the Estate and the beauty of the outdoors or stay in the B&B or one of the Casitas. The Trois Estate in Fredericksburg, Texas, has been featured in magazines such as: Austin Bride, Cedar Park Magazine, Lakeway Magazine, Country Magazine for women, Country Lifestyle, Cowboys and Indians and San Antonio Bride.  For further information and/or reservations please visit their website at:  www.TroisEstate.net/

Don’t forget that Darryl and I are out there ahead of you discovering fun things to see and do in and around Fredericksburg, Texas.  Call us for a tour of the Texas Hill Country in style!

For all your real estate needs, call Darryl and Anita

Anita Dismuke

Anita@AvalarAustin.com

830-637-9129

One of the Casitas. Peeked inside and it was really cool! Fun Place.

Just some of the local color. Yee Haw!!

These two pictures are of the inside of the Bed and Breakfast.  Very comfortable and so many amazing antiques and collectibles to enjoy.  What a place for a wedding party to gather.

Another viewe of the Bed and Breakfast.

One of two views of the world’s largest Cap Gun Museum.

In need of a bath before the big celebration, what a deal, only 30 cents for clean water!

One of two pictures taken in the Bird Cage Theater. Can’t even imagine how much fun this theater truly is.  Visit www.TroisEstate.net for more amazing pictures.  So much fun and so close to Fredericksburg, Texas, a distination for retirement, second home, vacation home or just a visit.  You won’t want to leave…

Anita Dismuke

Anita@AvalarAustin.com

830-637-9129

Yes, another road trip!   This time we were seeking fun things to see and do in and around Fredericksburg Texas.  Fredericksburg is 80 miles West of Austin and 70 North of San Antonio in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

The first place we stopped was Wildseed Farms. We discovered that Wildseed Farms is the largest working wildflower farm in the Nation.  What a gem with over 200 acres of wildflowers in different stages of growth, which includes a viewing area that you can stroll through and get a first hand look.  Their Butterfly Gardens have a huge variety of nectar and host plants for attracting nature’s beautiful winged creatures.  You should plan on spending a couple of hours when you visit.  Parking is free and there is no admission fee.  The nursery is one of the largest in the area and offers a huge selection of plants, pottery and unusual yard art.  Don’t forget the Nature Haus with a great selection of bird feeders and bird baths and other assorted “critter” items.

Remember to mark your calendar:  April is  ”Wildflower Celebration”  month.

Let Darryl and I be your personal tour guides for the Texas Hill Country.  Call us for all your Real Estate Needs.  We know the Texas Hill Country Real Estate Market well and fun things to see and do while visiting.

Make sure and visit Wildseed Farms, the largest Wildseed Farm in the nation!  Just minutes from Fredericksburg, Texas,  you can be in Wildflower Haven.

For information on the USDA plant hardiness map, visit www.wildsedfarms.com.  This is just a sampling on the many different wildseeds that they produce.  The largest in the nation! Learn when you should plant for spring sowing and fall sowing.  Learn what to plant to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.  Remember, it starts with the seeds.

Wildseed Farm’s in Fredericksburg, Texas, offers gourmet food products and a large variety of Texas Wines and are available at the Country Store in Fredericksburg or can be purchased online at www.wildseedfarms.com!

For more information of Wildseed Farms:

http://www.wildseedfarms.com/

Anita Dismuke

Anita@AvalarAustin.com

830-637-9129

Area home starts could jump as much as 10% in 2012, expert says

New home construction [in Central Texas] is expected to increase in 2012 for the second straight year, with the number of starts projected to rise 5 to 10 percent over last year’s level, a housing expert said Thursday.

Last year, builders started construction on 6,115 homes, 5 percent more than in 2010, housing industry tracker Metrostudy found in its most recent survey. Demand is coming from continued job, population and household growth in Central Texas, along with sharply higher rents in the current tight apartment market that are pushing more tenants into the single-family home market, Rude said.

This year, Rude forecast that builders will start construction on 6,400 to 6,700 homes — and possibly as many as 7,000 if job growth and the economy continue to improve. Starts have averaged slightly more than 6,200 a year for the past three years, Rude said.

Rude noted that home starts last year were up from 2010 levels in every price range except under $150,000, with the strongest increases in price points between $200,000 and $300,000.

Sunbelt Builders Show and Rude Forecast

Do not wait until it is too late to start searching for a home or site for your new home.  Lake Travis’  water come back, recreation, relaxation and golfing are always here. With interests rate so low, look at a second home for your family.

If you need names of builders, sites for lots, let me help you,

Cindi Darragh Leech

512.715.2695

cindi@avalaraustin.com

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Cindi Darragh Leech
Cindi@AvalarAustin.com
512-715-2695

We are at the end of the year, statistics show that there are still good deals to be made, whether you  want a full time home or  second home, investment home or just a vacation home.  Come join us in Central Texas and the Hill Country for views or recreation.

Spicewood is separated by the Pedernales River, (Lake Travis South – LS, and Lake Travis West – LW). I will distinguish between both areas and whether it is waterfront or non-waterfront.

Lake Travis South, Briarcliff, Angle Bay, The Reserve, Thurman Bend area,

Active  – Non- Waterfront – 60 homes available, with the average price of $435,221 with an average price per sq. ft of $148.

Active -  Waterfront -  19 homes available, with the average price of $523,063 with an average price per sq. ft. of $293.

Sold – Non-Waterfront – 68 homes sold since Jan. 1 2011, average price is $334,413 with the average price per sq. ft. of $114.

Sold -  Waterfront – 10 homes sold since Jan. 1, 2011, average price is $473,712 with the average price per sq. ft. of $291.   I did not include waterfront with larger than 1 acre of land.

Since, August 2011, 3 homes on the water have sold, average price per sq. ft is $232.00. This is a 20% reduction(per sq. ft.) from the first of the year, looking for a bargin, NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY.

Lake Travis West, Barton Creek Lakeside, Lakecliff on Lake Travis, Windermere Oaks, Ridge Harbor area.

Active – Non-Waterfront – 59 homes available, with the average price of $524,911 with an average price per sq. ft. of $172.

Active – Waterfront – 14 homes available, with the average price of $842,171 with an average price per sq. ft. of $254. No acreage over 1.5 acres.

Sold – Non-Waterfront – 26 homes sold since Jan. 1, 2011, average price of $318,046 with an average of $118 per sq. ft..

Sold -  Waterfront – 4 homes sold since Jan 1, 2011, average price of $582,500 with an average price per sq. ft. of $204. I did not include homes with more than 1.5 acres.

Since, August 2011, 2  homes on the water have sold for an average of $191 per sq. ft. This is only .06% reduction (per sq. ft.) since the first of the year. Lake Travis West is holding their price point pretty well for the year.