Austin Area Market Statistics Made Simple. The Austin Board of Realtors compares the information with the same time period of the previous year. The following statistics are for the month of August 2009 compared to August 2008.
ACTIVE LISTINGS: 9,555 down 8%. The reduced inventory is a good thing.
SOLD : 1,793 down 10%. Demonstrates our market has not declined much compared to other areas.
MEDIAN PRICE: $189,000 down 4% area wide. Another indication that the market has not declined much.
Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.
If you haven't heard,in Texas it's now against the law to use your cell phone in a school zone unless you are using a hands-free device or you are stopped. exempt are drives making emergency calls to emergency responders such as EMS, fire department and law enforcement. The fine is $200 and signs are being posted this month.
Other road rules that went into effect on September 1:
• ALL car passengers must wear seatbelts no matter their age.
• Children under 8 must use a booster seat unless they are more than 4'9".
• Teenagers must pass a driving skills test AND a written test to obtain a driver's license.
• Penalties have been increased for those driving with a suspended license or without insurance.
• Motorcyclists must complete a certified training course and cannot carry passengers under 5 on the bike.
• Those suspected of drunk driving with a history of DWI cannot refuse a blood test by law enforcement.
• Golf carts cannot use public roads unless on a beach, driving to a golf course or on roads with posted 35 mile per hour sign.
• New residents to Texas may drive for 90 days before obtaining a new Texas drivers license.
• Parking violation fines at the state Capitol have increased to $25.
Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.
In Popular Milwood. This cute 3/2/2 sold in 3 days and closed today. 12707 Margit Dr. Now there is a new happy owner. Asking price $135,000. If you have a home to sell, call me.I want to be your Realtor. I'd love an opportunity to discuss how I can help you achieve your goal of selling your house.
Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.
In Popular Milwood. This cute 3/2/2 sold in 3 days and closed today. 12707 Margit Dr. As always there were some bumps in the road but we made it through and now there is a new happy owner. Asking price $135,000.
If you have a home to sell, call me. I'd love an opportunity to discuss how I can help you achieve your goal of selling your house.
Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.
Location, location , location. Community park, pool, tennis, hike&bike plus close to major employers like Apple, Dell, IBM and Freescale and major shopping like Arboretum, Gateway, Lakeline and Domain. Pottery Barn look in this 3/2/2 home with 2 living, 2 dining. Special features include: master down, laminate wood floors in living/dining and master, builtins in loft/gameroom, recent carpet upstairs, sprinkler system front and back, security sytsem, cathedral ceilings, fireplace and more. $210,000. http://www.tourfactory.com/543126



Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.
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