crestview: Midtown Sales Stats for January '09
- 03/04/09 02:07 AM
After a sluggish late Qtr in 2008, people are anxiously waiting to see how buyers react in the early months of 2009. January numbers are still down, and we have to remember that the sales cycle usually takes about 30 - 45 days. That said, the home stats below are mainly for homes that went under contract in December. When February numbers start to emerge, these will be for homes that most likely went pending in January. MLS Area 2 January Stats - data from ABOR
We will also be watching closely to see if the $8,0000 tax credit for first … (0 comments)
crestview: Is the Stimulus Package a Deciding Factor?
- 02/11/09 01:45 PM
Both sideline onlookers and buyers currently under contract are wondering if they should hold off, or delay closings, in order to benefit from the ‘proposed' $15,000 tax credit for new home buyers. The continued back and forth in D.C seems to perpetuate the cycle of buyers ready to jump into the market, and then stepping back to ensure no benefits are left on the table. In Austin it seems most folks have been sitting on the fence long enough and are making the plunge either way. Here is what we can report as of late afternoon. Today MSNBC.com reports the latest … (1 comments)
crestview: N Central Austin 2008 Year End Home Sales Data
- 01/15/09 10:11 AM
This seems to summarize what I tell most people who ask about the Austin market, I encourage them to look at the big picture. November and December paint a fairly gloomy picture, but look at the YTD column. The total number of sales fell by 73 closed units, but the Average Price increased ever so slightly. The price increase is most likely due to higher quality remodel projects from investors, and a few new home builder projects that sold. The bottom line ~ Austin was not an overheated market like many other cities who saw home appreciation rates of 20%+ year … (4 comments)
crestview: Luminarias Along Arroyo Seco Austin, TX 78757 ~ Another Success in '08
- 01/05/09 07:07 AM
It was a frigid morning on December 21st, but the wonderful neighbors from Crestview and Brentwood fought the cold temps and wind to prepare the luminaries along Arroyo Seco for the coming week. Many families arrived to fill collected milk jugs with sand and then space them from South of 2222, all the way up to the Crestview Shopping Center. Approximately 500+ luminaries were created, set out and lit each night with the help of fellow neighbors taking turns during the week of Christmas. I'm sure the pictures below do not accurately reflect how beautiful it looked walking down the street … (1 comments)
crestview: Hip New Project at 910 & 912 Romeria Dr Austin, TX 78757
- 01/02/09 04:38 AM
Hip new development in N Central Austin, TX 78757. Four stand alone homes by Embrobai Homes, LLC on the edge of popular Brentwood and Crestview Neighborhoods. Home owners will find quick access to future Crestview Station and existing Triangle Development. Walking through over the holidays the floorplans have a nice flow with high ceilings and sensible configurations. The kitchens seemed to sport ample space and connect well with the living spaces. The first floors appear to go with a natural concrete floor that will eventually be stained and offers easy maintenance. Call John today, he is not the listing broker but … (1 comments)
crestview: Bleak Nov '08 Sales for MLS Area 2 ~ YTD Data Not That Scary
- 12/29/08 05:56 AM
Each part of the country is experiencing a different real estate climate, and the same holds true when you narrow down Austin. If you saw the article in the local paper, November was not a good month for Austin Real Estate in terms of units sold. It's important to keep in mind the whole picture and not just one sub-set of data. If you look at the YTD numbers, 2008 has not been a horrible year for N Central Austin (Austin MLS Area 2). Make sure you have a professional, whether buying or selling, who understands the market before making a … (1 comments)
crestview: Wall of Welcome at Crestview Shopping Center in Austin,TX 78757 Covers 50+Years of History
- 12/19/08 07:39 AM
Not long ago the brick wall that shielded residents from back entrance of businesses in the Crestview Shopping Center along Woodrow was just that.... A roughly 6 foot, plain brick wall. Then Brentwood resident Jean Graham had a vision to celebrate the history and character of two great Austin Neighborhoods, Crestview and Brentwood. That kick started the Violet Crown Festival, held in Brentwood Park next to the Elementary School to raise funds for the tile mosaic project. Hundreds of neighbors would eventually help out, and many created their own special tile portraying personal and family history.
The tiles would … (1 comments)
crestview: Little Deli in Crestview Shopping Center Austin,TX 78757~ Won't Disappoint
- 12/11/08 04:00 AM
Before writing this blog I had to do some online research because of my extreme bias. As a Brentwood resident for nearly 8 years now, the Little Deli has since been a favorite. The previous owner, Lucretia Doyer, was a spit fire woman who lifted your spirits and made you shake in your boots at the same time. Patrons would marvel at her ability to remember your name from the very first visit, and could pick up conversation from your last visit without skipping a beat. The Doyle Family once owned Perfecto Cleaners across the way in the Crestview Shopping Center, … (1 comments)
crestview: Brentwood Luminaries along Arroyo Seco in N Central Austin are Coming ~ We could use your Help!
- 11/18/08 02:12 AM
Yep, if you are still in denial here is more proof that the holidays are indeed upon us. If you have not helped in the past it is a great way to meet neighbors and have some family fun. If the trail of lights or 34th St lines are too long, enjoy a more peaceful stroll down The Arroyo over the holidays. Below is an excerpt from the upcoming Brentwood Neighborhood Association Newsletter outlining preparation. As a member of the Steering Committee feel free to contact me for volunteer opportunities and I will get you in touch with the right people. In it's … (1 comments)
crestview: Top Notch Burger mourns loss of a Burnet Rd icon.......
- 11/14/08 12:57 AM
As a resident of the N Burnet Rd corridor it was puzzling to see Top Notch Burger empty of patrons earlier this week during lunch. Later that night on the way home the restaurant was still dark with not a single light turned on. Yesterday the Austin American Statesman reported James Stanish, the owner, had passed away in his sleep on Sunday at the young age of 50. He takes with him the closely held recipe to the special sauce that top's the restaurant's charcoal-grilled burgers. Top Notch was a staple in this part of town, open nearly four decades. In … (0 comments)
crestview: 2008 Sales statistics in Crestview, Brentwood and surrounding N Central Austin
- 11/12/08 12:15 PM
With the assistance of Alamo Title and numbers pulled from the Austin MLS, we can analyze how a large majority of N Central Austin is fairing in today's market. MLS Area 2 for rough measures goes from 2222 / Koening Ln to 183, and MOPAC to I-35, or reference the map below. This area includes all of Crestview, most of Brentwood, and surrounding Allandale, Wooten Park and Skyview neighborhoods. Each part of the country is experiencing a different real estate climate, and the same holds true when you narrow down to Austin. The numbers below will show that while property closed … (0 comments)
crestview: Crestview Station well underway in Austin,TX as 2008 comes to an end....
- 11/10/08 01:52 AM
It is fairly amazing how much progress has been made at the Crestview Station since Austin Business Journal reported the ground breaking ceremony back in May '08. These photos were taken along Lamar the first week in November. The article mentions 300 + apartments and 30,000+ square feet of retail space scheduled for phase I. Read full story here: http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/stories/2008/05/05/daily20.html This will be an easy stroll over for current Crestview residents and future dwellers at Swanee 21 or Taulbee Project, both nearing completion.
John Dunham is a Residential Consultant w/ Stout Company Realtors … (1 comments)
crestview: Bowling Green Condos in Austin,TX stand stong next to the Taulbee Project, Terraces of North, Townhouse Pairs in N Central Austin
- 11/04/08 04:40 AM
Bowling Green condos is a custom project of 4 total units, in pairs of 2, and each offer adequate fenced in yards / out door spaces for residence. Today we toured this project by River Rock Custom Homes searching for new construction in N Central Austin sub $300,000. Easy access up and down Burnet Rd…. check. Within a few miles of the up and coming Crestview Station…. Check. Close proximity to Austin staples like Alamo Drafthouse Theater… check. While touring the back unit we made special note of the carefully stained and scored concrete floors, attention to detail on the … (0 comments)
crestview: Green open space found at Brentwood Park in Austin
- 11/02/08 12:29 PM
The first day of November might mean sweaters and dreary weather for certain parts of the country, but it’s a perfect day to picnic or enjoy the playground at Brentwood Park in Austin, TX. Let the kids, or dogs for the matter, run out some energy across the 9 acres of park land. Host a friendly game of kickball or softball at the baseball diamond. Not your sport, no worries. The park is equipped with sand volleyball, tennis and basketball courts; there is even a swimming pool open during the summer months. Plenty of shaded tables can be found throughout for … (0 comments)
crestview: Awake Finally at Thunderbird Coffee Austin,TX
- 10/31/08 02:24 AM
Even the McCallum Band was telling me to wake up and run in this near perfect weather. Austinites fight the brutal summers waiting for this time of year in Central Texas, where we can open the windows and turn off the heating/cooling system. However depending on where you live in Brentwood, and if you are a light sleeper, you will eventually wake to a catchy drum line and the horn section practicing away in the parking lot that borders along Koening Lane. Now my residence isn't even within driving range for Tiger Woods, and 9 times out of 10 I never … (0 comments)
The new home outweighs many of the original Crestview bungalows in size, but offers growing families the ability to continue living close in to Austin while not living on top of one another. Many local neighbors work from home, which is why the builder has a dedicated office/study in the … (0 comments)
North Central Austin, or Midtown, neighborhoods like Crestview, Brentwood, Allandale, Wooten; from original construction to green inspired projects, all near Crestview Station Development.
After a sluggish late Qtr in 2008, people are anxiously waiting to see how buyers react in the early months of 2009. January numbers are still down, and we have to remember that the sales cycle usually takes about 30 - 45 days.
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