Red Bud Isle Park is not specifically a dog park, but a designated off-leash area. Keep in mind, you don't have to bring a dog to enjoy the park or to watch other's dogs swim and play. If you'd prefer to read about Red Bud Isle, the transcript can be found below the video. Other Discover Austin topics mentioned: Lady Bird Lake Greetings, I’m Craig Smyser and this is my dog, Max. We’re at Red Bud Isle Park in the middle of Lady Bird Lake for this episode of Discover Austin. The Austin Park system has about a … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2019
Discover Austin: Blues on the Green
Blues on the Green has been bringing blues (and other genres of music) to Austin since 1990. It’s laid back, family friendly, and the city's largest free concert series! If you'd prefer to read about Blues on the Green, the transcript can be found below the video. Other Discover Austin topics mentioned or seen in this episode: Moonlight Towers Greetings! I’m Craig Smyser. Once again I’m in Zilker Park, this time for Blues on the Green, on the 50th episode of Discover Austin. In a city that … [Read more...]
Austin Neighborhood Home Sale Data – June 2019
My website has been updated to include May 2019 home sale data . Summary data can be viewed by everyone and if you register (for free!) you can access the address, sales price, and other information for home sales in Steiner Ranch, Avery Ranch, River Place, and other Austin neighborhoods. Not all areas perform the same so if you'd like to know how your neighborhood is doing, contact me today to discuss. And while we're well into the summer selling season, it's not too late to get started, so if you have plans to … [Read more...]
How’s the Market in Steiner Ranch – July 2019
The July 2019 edition of How's the Market in Steiner Ranch is available. In it, I review the monthly numbers and take a look at the sales figures for the first half of 2019. Watch the full video to get the complete explanation because it appear that prices are dropping in Steiner but that isn't truly the case. Below the video, you can find the same information in chart and text formats. To view summary and detailed sales information for all Steiner Ranch neighborhoods, check out the Neighborhood Home Sale Data … [Read more...]
Quirky MLS Stats: Homes with a Murphy Bed
A Murphy Bed is great for hosting company - or for slapstick comedy. Check out this list of homes for sale that have Murphy Beds in them. As an added bonus, check out this video clip of Murphy Beds in movies and TV shows. If you are looking for a home with a Murphy Bed (or one without), contact me today and we'll get started! Data from the Austin Central Texas Realty Information Service. Search based on homes in Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties. … [Read more...]
Vintage Austin: Congress Bridge
The vantage point for this Vintage Austin photo is near the present-day Austin American Statesman building looking north. In the photo you can see a horse drawn carriage on the bridge (and they aren't waiting to see the bats fly!), the Capitol, and the frame of the Scarborough building, Austin’s first tower. Located at 6th & Congress it stood eight-stories tall and is still there today. … [Read more...]