Austin TX Real Estate & Market Information

Click the above options or scroll down.

Click for larger map.

Click map for larger image.

 

 

Did you Know? - City Details:
History:
  • Capital of Texas
  • settled in 1835, incorporated Decemeber 27, 1839
  • named after Stephen F. Austin, known as the father of Texas
  • selected as the No. 2 Best Big City in "Best Places to Live" by Money magazine in 2006, and No. 3 in 2009
  • selected the "Greenest City in America" by MSN.
  • ranks No. 2 on the list of cities with the best people, referring to the personalities and attributes of the citizens, according to CNN Headline News and Travel & Leisure magazine
  • voted America's #1 College Town by the Travel Channel.
  • in 2009, Austin was determined to be the least stressful large metro area by Forbes magazine.
Geography:
  • located Central Texas
  • 251 square miles
  • TravisWilliamson, Hayes Counties
  • see map above
Demographics:
  • Estimated 2009 population:  757,688
  • 2006 population:  709,893
  • 2000 population: 656,562
  • Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Area 2008 est. population: 1,652,602
  • 4th largest sity in Texas - 15th largest in the nation
  • 3rd fastest growing large city in the nation from 2000-2006
Education:
  • University of Texas
  • Austin Community College
  • Concordia University
  • St. Edwards University
  • Austin ISD, Lake Travis ISD, Eanes ISD, Leander ISD, Round ROck ISD, Pflugerville ISD, Del Valle ISD
Economy:
  • diverse economy bolstered by healthcare, high tech, education, government industries
  • major center for hich tech  
  • emerging as a hub for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
  • home of Dell and Whole Foods Group
Housing Characteristics:
  • 276,842 housing units
  • Median Value: $124,700
Sports/Entertainment:
  • Live Music Capital of the World
  • SXSW, Austin City Limits
  • UT Collegiate Sports
  • Austin Toros Basketball
  • Cycling - home of Lance Armstrong
  • Round Rock Express AAA Baseball
  • Texas Stars - AHL Ice Hockey
  • Ballet Austin
  • Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool
  • Hamilton Pool

Sources: US Census - Austin Quick Facts, Wikipedia - Ausitn, TX

back to top^

Market Stats Snapshot:

Here is a snapshot of the Austin TX real estate market. Check back again for updated graphs.

Need more information? Contact us.Austin TX MLS Market Stats

*Information obtained from the Austin Board of REALTORS® MLS system - ACTRIS.
**Statistics are based on Single Family Homes only.

back to top^

Need more information?

Looking for statistics on condos, leases or lots? Are you investing, selling or buying and need more detailed and current statistics in a specific subdivision?

Contact our local area expert and experienced Austin TX REALTOR® for the most up to date and current statistics just for you and your needs.

Quick Search Options


Search Austin Foreclosures for Sale.


Save Money with Sell/Buy Programs. Call Today.


Our Featured Listings

605 Oakwood Ln - Dripping Springs Home For Sale605 Oakwood Ln
Dripping Springs, TX 78613
$649,000
More Info


2316 Aldworth Dr - Twin Creeks Home for Sale2316 Aldworth
Cedar Park, TX 78613
$599,000
More Info


2310 Farleigh Ct - Home for Sale2310 Farleigh Ln
Cedar Park, TX 78613
$379,000
More Info