Market Updates

July 28, 2026

The Most Affordable Cities to Buy a Home Near Austin in 2026 (Hint: It's Not Where Most People Think)

Published: July 28, 2026
By: Ryan McLaughlin, REALTOR® | Team Price Real Estate

Most people assume the farther you move from Austin, the more affordable homes become.

While there's some truth to that, the latest housing affordability data reveals a much more nuanced picture.

Several fast-growing suburbs are offering exceptional …

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July 27, 2026

City of Austin Inventory Has Entered Seller's Market Territory: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers in 2026

For the past two years, most headlines have painted the Austin housing market with a broad brush: higher inventory, softer prices, and increased negotiating power for buyers.

While that's generally true across the greater Austin metro, it no longer tells the full story.

The City of Austin itself has …

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July 24, 2026

Is Austin Real Estate Still a Good Investment in 2026? The ZIP Codes Smart Investors Are Watching

Is Austin Real Estate Still a Good Investment in 2026? The ZIP Codes Smart Investors Are Watching

Published: July 24, 2026
By: Ryan McLaughlin, REALTOR® | Team Price Real Estate

Austin has long been one of the nation's most sought-after real estate markets, but after interest rate increases, shifting home …

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July 13, 2026

Which Austin ZIP Codes Are Seller-Friendly Right Now? Why Hyperlocal Inventory Matters More Than the Metro Average

Introduction

If you've heard that the Austin housing market is "balanced," you're only hearing part of the story.

While the Austin-Area MLS currently reports approximately 6.0 months of inventory, suggesting a balanced market overall, the reality at the neighborhood level is dramatically different.

Many of Austin's …

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July 8, 2026

Austin Home Sellers Are Cutting Prices Far Less Than They Were Six Months Ago: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers in 2026

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July 6, 2026

Austin Price Per Square Foot by City (2026): What Today's Numbers Mean for Buyers and Sellers

Introduction

When shopping for a home in Central Texas, one question comes up repeatedly:

"How much house can I actually afford?"

One of the easiest ways to compare affordability across the Austin area is by looking at price per square foot (PPSF). While PPSF should never be the only metric …

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July 2, 2026

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Austin TX? Why Your ZIP Code Matters More Than Ever in 2026

Introduction

If you've been waiting for the "right time" to buy a home in Austin, you're not alone. After years of record-breaking appreciation, bidding wars, and limited inventory, many buyers stepped to the sidelines hoping for a more balanced market.

That market has arrived.

Austin's housing market …

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June 30, 2026

Is Now a Good Time to Sell a Home in Austin TX? Why Your ZIP Code—and Even Your Street—Matters More Than Ever

Introduction

If you're thinking about selling your home in Austin, you've probably heard conflicting headlines.

Some reports say Austin is a buyer's market. Others suggest home prices are stabilizing. Meanwhile, your neighbor may have sold their home in a weekend while another nearby property has been sitting …

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June 25, 2026

Best Summer Home Buying Strategies in Austin TX (2026): How to Win in Today's Buyer-Friendly Market

Introduction

Summer has traditionally been one of the busiest seasons for Austin real estate. Families often prefer to move before a new school year begins, sellers list homes to take advantage of peak demand, and buyers enjoy the largest selection of available properties.

But summer 2026 is different.

Austin's …

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June 22, 2026

Clarksville Austin TX Real Estate (2026): Why This Historic Neighborhood Remains One of Austin’s Most Desirable Places to Live

Introduction

If you're searching for a neighborhood that perfectly blends Austin history, walkability, luxury living, and proximity to Downtown, it's hard to beat Clarksville.

Located just west of Downtown Austin, Clarksville is one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. Founded in 1871 by freedman Charles Clark, it …

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