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What Can I Buy in the Austin, Texas area for Under $150,000? Seriously?

By Jason Crouch

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Austin Texas Homes, LLC 453249

December 22, 2007 07:23 AM

Are you considering a move to Austin? Are you looking for an investment property here in Texas? Either way, we can help. Take a look at some of the incredible values still available here when compared with other markets around the country (we have others):

This home is located in Round Rock, which is the home of Dell Computer's headquarters office. It was built in 2004, and it features a covered patio, a master bath with separate shower and garden tub, nice kitchen with center island and tile backsplash, and a large living area open to the kitchen. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1660 s.f. per the local tax records, this home is a great value at just $146,900.

This listing is also in Round Rock, and it was built in 2003. It shows very well, and seems "barely lived in" with great curb appeal. Quiet cul-de-sac lot and manicured yard. Open floorplan with lots of windows. Island kitchen has a HUGE pantry. Washer, dryer, and refrigerator all convey. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1643 s.f. for just $145,000.

This Pflugerville home has 1722 s.f. per the tax records, with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Built in 2001 by Centex Homes, it is located on a large lot at the end of a cul-de-sac. It features loads of privacy, pretty landscaping, great curb appeal, and laminate and ceramic tile flooring. It has a bright and open interior with a large kitchen. Great school district! Offered at $149,900!

Please feel free to call me anytime at 512-796-7653 or email Jason@austintexashomes.com with questions or to begin your Austin real estate search. Our website is http://www.austintexashomes.com/. Thanks!

Listings above courtesy of Keller Williams Realty and Smart Source Realty.

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Mesa, Arizona Real Estate Mesa Arizona Realtor

Homes Arizona Real Estate LLC - Mesa, AZ

AzLadyInRed

Wow Jason, no wonder people are moving there. These are great homes. What are your property taxes?

Dec 22, 2007 07:32 AM

Lisa Hill

Florida Property Experts - Daytona Beach, FL

Daytona Beach Real Estate

I can't believe that price! Our values have dropped significantly, but that would still be over $200,000.

Dec 22, 2007 08:19 AM

dotjenna Social Media Sales Coach for Real Estate

The Marketing Shop.com - Frisco, TX

Nice blog post Jason. Great idea. It's something people really want to know.

Dec 22, 2007 11:39 AM

Mike Jones

SUNSTREET MORTGAGE, LLC (BK-0907366, NMLS 145171) - Tucson, AZ

Mike Jones NMLS 223495

Jason,

That's amazing! And you're a college town!

Mike in Tucson

Dec 22, 2007 02:12 PM

Adam Waldman

Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY

Realtor - Long Island

JASON - I can't believe that you can still get homes like that for that kind of money. On Long Island, that basically buys a teardown in a drug dealer neighborhood.

Dec 22, 2007 02:39 PM

Karen Anne Stone

New Home Hunters of Fort Worth and Tarrant County - Fort Worth, TX

Fort Worth Real Estate

Hi Jason: Great post, and some really great homes. I hope it brings you some Christmas business. Take care, and Merry Christmas !

Dec 22, 2007 04:19 PM

South Austin Real Estate Blog

Sky Realty South Austin - Austin, TX

Hey Jason, cool homes, now if you could transport those prices to South AUstin I would be so busy selling I wouldn't have time to in the RAIN... LOL.. but seriously, Austin does have terrific pricing for todays times, we are lucky to live and sell here. Merry Christmas to you and the family.

Dec 23, 2007 12:31 AM

Tom Plant

WINEormous.com - Murrieta, CA

Jason - Talk about bang for the buck. I'm amazed to see such great prices in such a wonderful area.

Dec 23, 2007 01:07 AM

Dan Forbes

Bradenton, FL

Jason, Thanks for the comparison. It is interesting to see what you can buy in other markets.

Dec 23, 2007 01:10 AM

James Downing - Metro DC Houses Team REALTORS®, CRS, GRI, ABR,MRP, MilRes

Real Living | At Home - Washington, DC

When Looking to Buy or Sell - Make the Right Move

Wow - thats twice the size of my condo and much less than 1/2 the price! I'd move there - but then I'd have to compete with you for business!!

Dec 23, 2007 01:34 AM

Brian Block

RE/MAX Allegiance, Managing Broker/Branch Vice President - McLean, VA

Northern Virginia & D.C. Real Estate

Jason, here's what you can buy for that price in the D.C. area:

Actually, that might be too low for this type of home. There are a few bank-owned studio and 1 bedroom condos available and quite a few "as is" fixer-upper units in the under $150K price range.

Dec 23, 2007 02:35 AM

Donna Yates

BHGRE - Metro Brokers - Blue Ridge, GA

Blue Ridge Mountains

Jason: Inventive way to show some great properties in your area. I especially like how you brought Dell's headquarters into the description. Anyone seeking a job with Dell might find that one thing to be the selling point. And Brian, in regards to your comment - that's taking "as is" to a whole new level! LOL

Dec 23, 2007 08:13 PM

Jason Crouch

Austin Texas Homes, LLC - Austin, TX

Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (512-796-7653)

TERI - Taxes here are relatively high, although they just dropped a bit over the past two years. Most of them range from the low 2% range to around 3%.

LISA - If you have any investors considering other markets, this is still a great place to look. Thanks for checking it out!

JENNA - I have an entire series of these in different price ranges. Thanks for your compliment!

MIKE - I thought that this one might have some impact on people if they find it. Thanks for stopping by!

ADAM - It is a pretty stark difference, isn't it? I can hold one of these for you if you like. If you need something larger, I could probably find you a really nice place for around $250,000 or so.

KAREN ANNE - Thanks! Me, too. Merry Christmas and have a terrific 2008, my friend.

GAIL - It's funny - not that long ago you could find these types of values in south Austin. There is more land available on the north side, I suppose.

ANDREW - I saw your comment a couple of days ago, and I considered writing something until I saw that they had already lost the championship game. I really appreciate the suggestion! Pflugerville is actually the location of the TV show "Friday Night Lights" - they even use the same mascot name ("Panthers").

TOM - I use that term a lot ("bang for the buck"). Thanks for your comments. Yes, Austin is a great place to live and work.

DAN - I am glad that you liked it. I also like seeing comparisons with other markets - it is amazing to me sometimes to see the differences.

JAMES - If you move here, you can work with our company and have some leads, too! :-) No need to compete - I am always looking for good, experienced agents.

BRIAN - I would like to place an offer on that property, sight unseen. The photo makes it look nice.

DONNA - Thanks! I have written a bunch of these in different price ranges. I thought using Dell might help as well.

Dec 27, 2007 07:33 AM

Anonymous

Ryan - LoneStarFinancing

Jason - Thanks for the wonderful post. It is always interesting to see the comparison in different markets. Overall the austin real estate market is positioned for strong growth in the coming months.

Jul 28, 2008 11:12 AM

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