As a fairly new real estate agent in Georgetown Texas, I'm always checking out other real estate websites to get ideas on how to improve my own business. About a month ago, I saw a website that featured the agent who owned it and it had a picture of him volunteering on the construction of a home. Man, that looked so cool! Here was a real estate agent, getting his "hands dirty" with some good 'ole fashioned volunteer work. What a neat way to show current and prospective clients that he wasn't just in the business for the money, but willing to give back to his profession! Ever since then I've been wanting to do the same thing. I could picture myself taking a missions trip down to Mexico and getting a nice shot of me with a hammer in my hand. I could then showcase that on my website and ge... 02/22/2008

Lifestyle at Sun City TexasSun City is the first Del Webb community to be built in Texas. It is billed as an active adult community for adults 55 and up. But don’t think of Sun City as “just another Texas retirement community.” Sun City in Georgetown is unlike most retirement communities in Texas because there is so much activity to take part in (if you want to, of course). Let’s take golf for example. This community boasts not just one but two championship golf courses, with a third course in the works. Imagine, you could play golf three times a week within walking distance of your home, but on three different courses. That’s why Del Webb refers to this as an active adult community, and not a Texas retirement community. Sun City has plenty of other activities and amenities to offer, wh... 02/21/2008

Quick Facts About Sun City TexasI'm posting my blog series about Sun City Texas ( in Georgetown, Texas), and I thought I'd start by giving an update about the homes in the Sun City community. Much of this information is borrowed from the Sun City Georgetown website, which is kept fairly current as the community grows. Community start date - Sun City Texas, as it's known, was opened in the summer of 1995. The community has grown steadily since then. Number of homes - As of last month, Sun City reports that 4,853 homes have been built. They are projecting 7,500 total, which means they will still be building for some time. Sizes and prices - Homes in Sun City of Georgetown, Texas range in size from approximately 1,411 to 2,764 square feet. Prices range from 170k to 500k+, but these prices ... 02/20/2008

I was reading a blog by Virginia Real Estate agent Frank Borges Llosa that correlated the amount of pictures a real estate agent posts with the time it takes to sell a home. In his example, the more pictures you post, the faster that house will sell and the more it will net!Well, after reading that I had to put the Georgetown Market to the test. Will simply posting more pictures increase the chances of selling a home quicker and for more money? Here are the findings:In 2007, there were 1262 listings that sold in Georgetown. 736 listings had posted 8 pictures (the previous maximum) or more. The current maximum pictures is now 12. The average days on market was 71 days and they netted an average of 97.9% (none of these figures include the amount asked for closing costs).On the other end o... 02/18/2008

The neighborhood slogan of "Bringing Back the Neighborhood" truly fits this area. Friendly neighbors, abundant parks and greenspace, and lots of sidewalks makes Georgetown Village a great place to live.The real estate market in Georgetown Village is still going strong. New homes being built in the community have contributed to the increase in the number of home sales and have also helped to increase the average sales price. The following table shows the last 2 years of home sale statistics, and if 2008 follows this pattern, the neighborhood should be in good shape in regards to resale values.*As of 2/13/08. Compiled from information obtained from the Austin Board of Realtors. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. 02/13/2008

Here's a list of Georgetown Events for the remainder of February and Early March. Hope to see you there!Georgetown Symphony Society   -   March 2   -   512.864.9591Georgetown Home and Garden Show   -   March 3   -   800.436.86964th Annual "Antiques on the Gabriel"   -   March 3 & 4   -   512.461.2941"1st Tuesday Benefits" @ Fish City Grill   -   March 4   -   512.864.7400First Friday on the Downtown GeorgetownSquare    -    March 7 Georgetown Library February Schedule for Children:Feb. 19 & 26: Table games for all agesFeb. 20, 21, 27, 28, 29: StorytimeFeb. 22 & 29: Chess clubFeb. 25: Baby & Me StorytimeFeb. 26: Sign language classes (open to all ages)Georgetown Library February Schedule for Young Adults:Feb. 22: Are you game?Georgetown Library February Schedule for Adults:Feb. 20: Intro... 02/13/2008

Home prices in Georgtown are still rising, despite negative news surrounding the national housing market.Georgetown West (West of I-35)Time Frame        # homes sold     Avg. sale price     Average Days on MarketJanuary 2008             53                  $251,030                    69January 2007             54                  $238,792                    63 Georgetown East (East of I-35)Time Frame        # homes sold     Avg. sale price     Average Days on MarketJanuary 2008             15                  $167,687                    62January 2007             34                  $138,574                    70 Statistical Information Provided by Austin Board of Realtors, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. 02/04/2008

The idea behind the Georgetown Area Builders Association is to unite home buyers with builders through innovative marketing approaches. The solution to this sometime fragmented process is our easy three step approach. 1. Local Storefront Information Center. The Information Center allows visitors to receive all the information on our local builder’s homes and their availability regardless of their locations.  It’s like having a model center in the middle of town. We're open 6 days a week at the Wolf Ranch Town Center, Hwy 29 and I-35 in Georgetown, Texas.    2. Our Magazine and local area map bring you the latest information on real estate developments, availability of home sites, homes under construction, or completed inventory.  The magazine and map are printed every two months and hig... 01/13/2008

In a rating audit by the Insurance Service Office which rated them on such things as staffing levels, training, equipment, building code enforcement, and more, the Georgetown Fire Department raised their rating from 65 to 87 and, with the addition of equipment, personnel, and other upgrades, achieved a Class 2 rating. This means that they fall into the top 1% of fire departments in the nation.  Great goin', guys! What this means to homeowners and business owners in Georgetown, Texas, in addition to increased safety, is a savings on their home or building insurance.  If the fire department is doing a great job, the insurance industry takes that into account when figuring the risk for an area and lowers premiums for homes and businesses in the area served by the department.  Just one more... 01/11/2008

While researching a new listing, I discovered one of Georgetown's best kept secrets, Berry Springs Park and Preserve. It opened October 2005 and is hidden just east of Georgetown off County Road 152.The park is utilized for passive recreational activities and features playgrounds, barbecue grills, picnic tables and pavilions which can be rented. Berry Springs provides a fresh water lake for fishing. There are camp sites and hike and bike trails which may eventually be connected to the Georgetown park and receration trails. The park has a large, serene pecan grove with stately Pecan and Oak trees. There are clean restrooms.According to the park website, it was named after John Berry, a veteran of the War of 1812, who settled on this land in 1846. He built a spring-driven grist mill, blac... 01/11/2008

Cimmaron Hills is a beautiful Community in Georgetown Texas near Austin. Check out the Link below.  http://www.cimarronhills.com/campaigns/2007/cimm-038-landing.html Georgetown has been growning rapidly over the past few years. It is a great location with a beautiful downtown. There are some commercial properties in the downtown square currently for sale. If you are interested and would like to take a closer look just contact me by email.   12/26/2007

The Georgetown Area Builders Association highlights the best builders in the Georgetown area and matches them with consumers to form strong relationships. If you are searching for a new home in Georgetown, Texas, or if you are local and need information on a home builder, home pricing, current inventory, etc., you will find it here at the Georgetown Area Builders Association.  Please stop by our information center in the Wolf Ranch shopping center at 1013 W. University Dr., Suite 315, Georgetown, Texas (Hwy 29 & I-35) or contact us by email at info@gabatexas.org or give us a call, 512.868.8885. Our friendly staff will be happy to help you.www.gabatexas.org    12/17/2007

Last week my sales manager, one of the other agents, and I decided we needed a girls' night out (or at least a girls' evening out).  A new place had opened up in Georgetown, Texas, just off the Square, and we thought we'd give them a try. D'Vine Wine is more than a wine store.  It's the only winery in Williamson County (as I understand it, in order to call yourself a winery, the wine has to be made on the premises).  They offer tastings, they sell only their own wine, they even offer facilities for you to make your own wine (which gets it out of your kitchen, says she who's made wine and beer in the same kitchen - don't advise it, you can end up with 15% beer if the wine yeast goes walkabout!).  There were three of us, and you get 3 tastings for free, so we shared so we'd each get a wel... 12/17/2007

Georgetown, TX is a beautiful city strategically located on IH 35 at the northern edge of the Austin Metro area. On the banks of the cool, clear San Gabriel River, Georgetown is a city rich in both business and residential amenities. These amenities include low taxes, a City-owned utility, dual rail service, low crime and a friendly community dedicated to preserving its history while providing an environment where businesses can succeed.Georgetown is a special place due to the unique quality of life. Many businesses locate to Georgetown simply to take advantage of the Central Texas charm and wide range of amenities. 11/21/2007

    Georgetown is a beautiful city rich with history. Citizens enjoy historic downtown Courthouse square shopping , an award-winning parks system, a low-crime rate, a wide variety of housing options and a friendly community squarely rooted in culture, education and a high quality of life. Gtown offers quick and convenient access to surrounding cities The community is home to a popular Sun City retirement community and is a vibrant college town as well, because of Southwestern University & other area colleges.   If you would like to know more about GeorgeTown Texas, please call or email me or visit me @ www.atxhothomes.com or http://www.yourtexasrealestate.com/ and thank you for visiting my page. 11/06/2007

Written by Suzanne Gantner, GRI Sky Realty Austin, Tx Real EstateThis just out - Georgetown Texas is one of the best places to Retire. Hmmmm. Sounds good. I found this interesting because I sell alot of homes in Georgetown... Sun City in particular. According to U. S. News, the median home price is $175,473.  I can believe that being that my clients come from all over the US, sold their homes and come to "retire" in Georgetown/Sun City.  They usually pay cash, they usually play golf or are extremely active, have lots of disposable cash and have a busier schedule than mine. Retire - HA I laugh.  It appears they like the temps, they appreciate the parkland/greenspaces, the 12 public golf courses, the 10 private golf courses, the 10 libraries in the county, 48 clinics in the county, 5 hosp... 11/03/2007

Written by Betsy Hayes, Realtor, Austin real estate, Georgetown Texas The new model home park has opened in Sun City Texas.  They are very similar to the previous models, but have lowered the price.  That is good and bad for everyone.  The old Del Webb communities that started in Arizona were first designed for upper middle class couples.  They designed their homes with custom features throughout.  People could add anything to their homes, including changing walls, fixtures etc.  The days of customizing your new home have come to an end.  Pulte homes has brought volume building to the active adult world.  Now you buy what they want you to buy.  If you do not like what they have to offer, then you are welcome to go somewhere else.  The problem with that is, there is nothing out there lik... 10/31/2007

I had the opportunity to tour the new Sun City Model Park last week. They have 9 new model homes on display varying in size, features and price. The homes are classified into 3 groups: the Villas, The Classics and The Estates. the Villas are the smaller homes ranging in size from 1,393 SF to 1,465 SF. The Classic series are 1,553 SF to 1,896 SF and the Estates start at 2,112 SF up to 2,848 SF. As of 10/11/07, according to the Sun City literature, the pricing started in the low $140's and are subject to change without notice.All the homes are gorgeous but my favorite is the Chamberlain. Of course it's the largest of the Estate Series but a real beauty. Additional information at: www.sedlorproperties.com  10/18/2007

Located in Williamson County just off FM 2243 almost halfway between Georgetown and Leander TX with easy access to I-35, hwy 183 and Parmer Lane. There are approx. 200 homes in the neighborhood which is known for it's large, beautiful homesites and abundant wildlife including Road Runner, Wild Turkey and, of course, Whitetail Deer are everywhere. The Subdivision maintains that country living feel yet the proximity to major highways make it an ideal location for those commuting to Austin or the surrounding communities.The average size Lot for homes sold so far this year is 3.7 acres with the largest tract being 7.9 acres and the smallest at 2 acres.  The relatively large lots and great location make this a desirable community especially for those wanting some elbow room or interested in ... 10/06/2007

Whitetail Subdivision: Market information  - Residential Homes10 Homes have sold since 1/1/2007Average Sales Price = $347,775 Average Square Footage = 2665 SFAverage CDOM = 58 daysAverage Lot Size = 3.7 acresMarket data obtained from Austin Area MLSUpdate 1/7/2008: There are currently 2 Whitetail properties listed as active in the MLS. One property was originally listed at $749K and has been reduced to $649K. Another property just came on the market on 1/4/08 and is listed at $365K. Visit www.100AxisDeer.Info for more information on the latter.  10/06/2007