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8205 Moon Rise Trail - Luxury Texas Hill Country Living

This stunning Mediterranean-style estate is a true gem nestled on an acre within a small gated community on the north shore of Lake Travis. The spacious, elegant interiors boast high ceilings with exposed wooden beams, rich European Oak floors, and exquisite stone accents, blending rustic charm with modern luxury. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, a leathered quartz island, copper sink, dumbwaiter, and unique stone arch over the stove that adds a touch of old-world charm. Stainless steel appliances include a subzero refrigerator and double oven. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the kitchen to the dining area and living room, where large east-facing arched windows frame the beautiful outdoor scenery, allowing natural light to flood the space. Witness beautiful sunrises and moonrises (hence the name of the street!) from inside and out, on covered patios up and down. Ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The living room is a cozy yet sophisticated retreat, with a stone fireplace, built-in shelves, and access to the outdoor living areas. The primary suite offers serenity with an ensuite bathroom featuring a soaking tub, walk-in shower, dual shower heads, and custom vanities. Very large primary closet with built in His and Her wardrobe cabinet. Step outside to the landscaped backyard and find a resort-style pool surrounded by lush greenery, a fire pit area perfect for evening gatherings. Other features/updates include new exterior paint (2024); approach to front door completely renovated with limestone up the staircase (2024; ample storage throughout the house and climate-controlled storage room in garage; a media/flex room, large laundry room, and a spacious 3-car garage. This home is not just a residence, but a lifestyle—a perfect retreat for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship, luxurious details, and a tranquil setting.

 

Austin, Texas Weekly Real Estate Market Update - September 13, 2024

 

 

Residential real estate inventory increased during the first week of September - more listings went on the market than the previous week, but there were fewer new contracts, closings, and properties withdrawn or expired from the market. Personally, this past week I had a listing close and a buyer go under contract, so I'm curious to see if the arrows have changed direction! Reach out to me if you'd like to know which way they are pointing in your particular zip code around the Austin, TX area.

SOLD! Texas Hill Country home in Gregg Ranch in Marble Falls, Texas

Congratulations to my sweet and patient sellers, Pete and Julie, on the sale of their Texas home. Thank you for entrusting me a second time. I’m grateful Kim and Matt introduced us and grateful you have been able to move on to your next adventure.

That last price reduction moved us into the sweet spot. We ended up with back to back showings, multiple offers, and a back-up offer. Price, condition, and location - they all work together and each one is important!

Location... well, you can't do much about that. Price and condition... you totally can do something about each, and that is where I help my clients, even in crazy markets like this one. (Disclosure - they are all crazy markets, just in different ways!)

Austin, Texas Weekly Real Estate Market Update - September 6, 2024

I'm not sure where August went! I apologize for not keeping up with posting the market stats here. This has been a weird summer market in the Austin area for sure. But I'm back to posting the stats!

In both the city of Austin and the 78645 zip code (the Northshore of Lake Austin) inventory dropped last week. Fewer new listings, more contracts, more closings and more listings expired. For sellers that means less competition. For buyers that means less to choose from!

As interest rates drop, buyers will find they have more competition on houses they like, and sellers will be able to ask higher prices again. Keep that in mind if you are a buyer who has been waiting for the rates to drop before making a move!

 

New price! Texas Hill Country home in Gregg Ranch in Marble Falls, Texas

NEW PRICE! This gorgeous, meticulously-cared-for home is now available for $389,999. Built in 2021, it has 2298 sf, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a 3 car garage, and sits on a private .21 acre lot in the Gregg Ranch community that backs to a serene, tree-studded Texas Hill Country ranch. Located on the edge of Marble Falls near the crossroads of Highways 281 and 71 - the heart of Texas. Call me to come see it and make it your own! 400 Verbena Dr. Marble Falls, TX #marblefallstx #txhillcountryrealestate #greggranch #austintx #austintxrealestate #austintxrealtor #moveinready #highlandlakestx #lakemarblefallstx #heartoftexas

Private Texas Hill Country Lakefront Home on Lake Travis in Lago Vista, Texas

This stunning single-story lakefront oasis located at 20653 Highland Lake Loop in Lago Vista, Texas, on the shore of Lake Travis, offers the perfect blend of lake life, comfort, and elegance.

The expansive living area features trayed ceilings, oversized windows, and panoramic views, creating a serene backdrop for relaxation and entertainment. Open to the living area, the spacious kitchen has custom cabinetry and a charming dining nook tucked into a sunny corner.

Guests and other family members will enjoy having their own private wing with a full bathroom, two bedrooms, and an optional 4th bedroom or office.

Tranquility abounds in the massive 20 x 24 ft primary suite with two bathrooms! One features a jetted soaking tub and one a shower. Much better than just dual vanities - you have your own space!

Enjoy relaxing in front of the fireplace, or in a charming sunroom bathed in natural light, ideal for savoring morning coffee or indulging in a good book. Step out to the shaded deck that stretches across the back of the house and enjoy breathtaking views. The ultimate backdrop for alfresco dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding in the fresh air.

Follow terraced stone steps down to the lawn and keep walking to reach the real gem of this property – a private boat dock, offering direct access to Lake Travis. It has electricity run to it.

It is currently on dry land (only the 5th time in 27 years!), but lake access isn't a problem, thanks to ramps at nearby Emerald or Cody POA parks.

The lower level deck has an outdoor shower - welcome after a day on the lake!

A 4 car garage provides ample space for vehicles, watercraft, and recreational gear.

An added bonus - this home is in a small private neighborhood of mostly lakefront homes with its own community pool.

Unparalleled in its location, amenities, and tranquil views, this lakefront home offers the perfect opportunity to live the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. Life is short! Buy the lake house!

 

 

 

 

Live the Lake Life! Lake Travis Lakefront Home with Dock

 

Experience the serene feeling of living in a treehouse in this lakefront 4.2-acre estate with 90 feet of Lake Travis waterfront at 3101 Drapers Cove in Lago Vista, TX. The 2,377 sq ft home features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a stunning stone fireplace that enhances the rustic charm. The previous owners raised the original home on huge steel beams, updated it and added an extra room, as well as a huge a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen and living space underneath, complete with a fridge, sink, and propane grill. There are massive amounts of foam insulation underneath the house. The property comes furnished and includes a dock with a generator and a conveyable hot tub, ensuring endless outdoor entertainment. No HOA or deed restrictions. Enjoy the recent upgrades including a new refrigerator (2017), wood laminate flooring (2018), and new electric cooktop with stainless hood. The energy-efficient updates include a new well pump (2023. The property also boasts a new roof on the carport and seven new ceiling fans (2022). The 2012 23’ Crownline boat is negotiable (has less than 200 hours on it and is still in the water!) Embrace your freedom in this exquisite gated lakeside retreat, perfect for a weekend get-away or full-time living. You'll feel miles away, but in reality you'll be so close to restaurants and shopping options.

 

Austin, Texas Weekly Real Estate Market Update - July 1, 2024

 

I enjoy keeping an eye on the changes in the market from week to week. New listings were down from last week in Austin - not surprising since we are entering July. Contracts were up - there are still buyers looking! Closings were up, along with withdrawns and expireds, which is more good news for sellers who are hanging in there. It means there is a little less inventory for buyers to choose from. There is still enough inventory that sellers have to stay competitive if they want their property to be chosen, instead of helping to sell the next one by making it look like a better deal. It is the hard truth of this market for those who have to sell. This is a general update for the city of Austin - reach out to me if you want me to check your specific market.

Gregg Ranch in Georgetown, Texas - New price plus incentives for buyers!

 

NEW PRICE AND INCENTIVES! The gorgeous home at 400 Verbena Dr, Marble Falls in Gregg Ranch is now just $449,999 and with a full price offer, the sellers will contribute 3% of the contract price to buyers to put toward closing costs, or to buy down their interest rate.

This single-story home built in 2021 is move-in ready. No need to wait and risk builder delays! Details - 3 bedrooms (or 2+study), 2.5 baths, 3 car garage, 2298 sf, on .21 acres

 

Easy to show! For more information, go here or contact me!

 

Time to say goodbye to the old real estate market in Austin, Texas

 

You know how a roller coaster is pretty much always going up or down? Well, it's the same with the real estate market. It's always either going up in favor of sellers or down in favor of buyers. For a brief moment, it is balanced between the two.

For the past year or so, Austin's sellers have enjoyed the hottest seller's market ever. There was so little inventory that, in some neighborhoods, they barely had to do more than clean the toilets and there would be a line of buyers outside their door. And the list price was just the starting bid. 

Buyers struggled to move fast enough or bid high enough to secure a home for themselves. Many just gave up. 

But they have reason to hope! It appears we have reached the highest point on this coaster and are headed back downhill.

The chart below, provided by Texas National Title, provides the proof...

1.Inventory is rising in all three counties in the Austin area.

2. Closings are up a little in Travis County but down in Williamson and Hays. These would be properties that went under contract in May, when interest rates were still pretty low, inventory started picking up, gas was affordable, etc. 

3. Pendings (contracts) went down last week in all counties, despite more listings. Buyers can get picky and take their time again. 

4. Price decreases ramped up in all three counties. The reality of the new market is hitting sellers and their agents. 

5. Expireds and withdrawns are picking up, especially in Travis County. These are most likely sellers who decided they could and would stay put if they couldn't get a huge profit for their property. Or they may have blamed their Realtor and fired them, hoping someone else could 'get the job done'. 

Unfortunately, neither sellers nor their agents really determine the price for a property. The market does. In this kind of market, a Realtor looks at the numbers/rates/trends for similar homes, especially the competition, and helps the seller come up with a price that doesn't 'sell' the other homes.

Buyers are savvy. If they can find what they need for less, why would they pay more? And with days on market increasing, they can look around a little more.

What can a seller do? Well, properties are still selling. There are still buyers. They just have to forget the past and accept that this is a new market. A sale will occur when the three points of the triangle - Price, Location, and Condition - are met. Since location is fixed, the other two have to adjust accordingly. 

The good news? They will have a better chance of buying the property of their new dreams. 

As always, contact me with any questions or if I can help you, or someone you know, with a real estate need. I appreciate your referrals!