Austin Housing Trends

Shiloh Austin, TXHow does Austin stack up?

Click the link below which will take you to a document with national real estate and local Austin housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.

Austin Housing Trends

The report includes results comparing the Austin real estate market to the rest of the United States. Mortgage data, employment findings, building permit numbers and pricing trends are posted.

Austin Housing Inventory

 

 

Downtown Austin Condo Data

Austin Downtown Districts

What’s moving Downtown and how are other hot condo areas doing?  I have selected specific condominiums and popular areas in Central Austin to offer some data points. Downtown Austin and the surrounding areas offer great varieties in unit sizes, amentities and styles. There are low rises and hi-rise living options in a variety of price points. The large variety of  locations, styles and price points offer truely something for everyone.

The data below is specific to condominium homes.  

If there is an area you want me to spotlight -please let me know.

Central Austin Condo Market Data

All Downtown Condos
Number of Active Houses on the Market:         81
Average Days on Market:                              109
Median List Price:                                 $ 399,900

Spring Condominiums (Downtown)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:         10
Average Days on Market:                                 85
Median List Price:                                 $ 408,500

360 Condominiums (Downtown)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:            6
Average Days on Market:                                  51
Median List Price:                                 $ 387,000

W Residences (Downtown)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:             9
Average Days on Market:                                138
Median List Price:                              $ 1,149,000

Milago Condomniums (Downtown)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:             5
Average Days on Market:                                   85
Median List Price:                                  $ 339,000

All Condos in zip code 78704
(South of Downtown: SoCo / Zilker area)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:            65
Average Days on Market:                                    96
Median List Price:                                   $ 250,000

All University of Texas Condos
Number of Active Houses on the Market:            44
Average Days on Market:                                  143
Median List Price:                                    $ 208,750

All condos in zip code 78703
(West of Downtown: Tarrytown area)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:             45
Average Days on Market:                                   102
Median List Price:                                     $ 370,000

Austin Real Estate Market Data

I have selected randam subdivisions in the greater Austin area and listed their current real estate market data. Average Days on Market below 3 months are considered Seller’s markets, because homes are moving quickly.  Neighborhoods with homes on the market between 3 and 6 months are considered neutral.

The data below is specific to single family homes. If there is an area you want me to spotlight -please let me know.

Austin Market Spotlights

Legend Oaks (Southwest Austin)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 10
Average Days on Market: 45
Median List Price: $ 266,025

Cherry Creek (South Austin)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 16
Average Days on Market: 98
Median List Price: $ 184,970

Plum Creek (Kyle)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 25
Average Days on Market: 89
Median List Price: $ 179,250

City of West Lake Hills
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 27
Average Days on Market: 122
Median List Price: $ 1,295,000

Barton Creek West (West Austin)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 3
Average Days on Market: 60
Median List Price: $ 585,000

Cat Mountain (North Austin)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 7
Average Days on Market: 85
Median List Price: $ 450,000

Bouldin (Central Austin)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 6
Average Days on Market: 79
Median List Price: $ 447,000

Travis Heights (Central Austin)
Number of Active Houses on the Market: 17
Average Days on Market: 99
Median List Price: $  575,000

Austin Market Spotlights

I have selected subdivisions in the greater Austin area and listed their current real estate market data.   My selection is based on the communities I have visited over the last 3 weeks.  This also happens to be my 100th blog post!

The data below is specific to single family houses, unless otherwise indicated.  If there is an area you want me to spotlight -please let me know.

Tarry Town  (Central)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:                      16

Average Days on Market:                                              81

Median List Price: $                                                  $606,500

Elliott Ranch (Buda)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:                     12

Average Days on Market:                                            99

Median List Price: $                                                 $432,400

Whispering Hollow  (Buda) Still Developing
Number of Active Houses on the Market:                     17

Average Days on Market:                                            59

Median List Price:                                                    $218,835                                              

Garlic Creek (Buda) Sill Developing
Number of Active Houses on the Market:                   16

Average Days on Market :                                         76

Median List Price:                                                   $199,106          

Austins Colony (East)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:                  18

Average Days on Market:                                          86

Median List Price:                                                   $109,950                                  

Pemberton Heights (Central)
Number of Active Houses on the Market:                    6

Average Days on Market:                                          71

Median List Price: $                                           $1,535,750

Towers of Town Lake (Downtown Condominium Community)

Number of Active Condos on the Market:                   9

Average Days on Market:                                         74

Median List Price:                                                    $289,500

Subdivisions by the Numbers

How many homes are for sale in an Austin subdivision near you?  What are the median list prices?  Let’s explore some random subdivisions look at the numbers.  Note these numbers are by specific subdivision name, not by local market area.  There may certainly be more homes available nearby. 

When Austin real estate buyers are looking in a general area, like Spicewood or Northwest Hills, I typically set up a map search.  Older neighborhoods are made up of many micro-subdivisions as the land was and is developed. 

The subdivision list below is random.  It will give you an overall idea of what to expect in terms of available inventory and price points.  If there is a particular subdivision or neighborhood you would like me to highlight in the future, please ask.

 Milwood

Number of homes for sale                       57        

Median List Price                                   $187,500          

Where is Austin?                                   North

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Hot Rods Hit SoCo

Last weekend, South Congress Avenue was once again transported back in time for the 10th Annual Lonestar Round Up.  The event brings visitors from all over world, and hot rods, classic and custom cars from all over the country.

The SoCo area in Austin, already exuding a 50’s vibe, becomes a hot spot as car enthusiasts line the streets to view the cars and take in some live music.

SoCo Real Estate Market

Let’s take a look around the SoCo area of South Congress, which will include the Travis Heights and Bouldin areas.

The picture shows a ½ mile radius setting Doc’s Bar & Grill and Jo’s in the middle.  There are currently 14 homes for sale.  Available houses for purchase in this area range in age from 90 years to newly built.  List prices range from a $299,000 for a tear down/needs TLC, to $717,500 for new construction.  Average time on the market, is currently 77 days.

I support local Austin, after all I think it’s only neighborly.

  

Livestrong Austin Marathon

All eyes were on Austin this weekend as 20,000 runners from all over the world came to participate in the 20th anniversary of the Livestrong Austin Marathon. The event is one of the largest in the country and pacers were available to qualify for the Boston Marathon which is set at 3 hours and 30 minutes. It’s a wonderful event and reminder of the health conscious city we live in.
The 26.2 mile course included historic and scenic areas of Austin like Congress Avenue, Hyde Park and the UT Campus.

Let’s take a look at the housing market along the route:

Austin Real Estate Market Data

Downtown
There are currently 3 houses and 100 condos for sale in downtown Austin. The houses range in price from $585,000 to $2.8 million. The active condos available for purchase range from $105,000 to $5.3 million.

University of Texas
In the UT area, buyers will currently find 20 houses and 120 condos actively on the market for purchase. The houses range from $230,000 to $1.35 million. Condos in the University of Texas area are currently listed between $79,900 and $459,000.

Central Austin
Central Austin (north and south of Lady Bird Lake), encompasses a few different market areas and is the largest covered in this article. There are currently 162 condos for sale in central Austin ranging from $44,500 to $1.1 million. There are 374 houses for sale ranging from $119,000 to $8.9 million.