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Manchaca, TX · Real Estate
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In Austin, Texas, Tech Layoffs Are Reshaping Who Buys and What Sells
Austin’s residential real estate market has long been associated with tech-driven demand. But in 2026, the buyer pool powering the city’s housing activity looks different than it did even two years ago, according to Shivraj Grewal, founder of Grewal RE Group. The tech workers who flooded in during the pandemic-era boom – many on H1B visas, many in programming and consulting roles – are pulling back. Some are leaving. In their place, a different cohort is stepping forward: medical professionals, C-suite executives, and employees at companies like Tesla and SpaceX that continue to hire. The shift is not just changing who buys. It is reshaping which price segments move and which ones stall.
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islands.com
America's Best City For Renters Is A Southern Gem That Isn't Charlotte Or Atlanta
Affordability is a big concern when renting a home or apartment, but that's not the only thing that draws potential residents to a city. Job prospects, things to do, and even the general vibe of a place can make or break the decision about where to settle down. One vibrant Southern city has recently been named the top city for renters in 2026, and it's not where you might expect. While large Southeastern cities like Atlanta and Charlotte are highly rated for renters, it's Austin, Texas — the "Live Music Capital of the World" — that tops the list.
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hoodline.com
Austin Home Prices Tumble 10.2% in October, Outpacing Dallas and Houston
Austin's median home listing price fell 10.2% year over year in October, dropping to $439,650 — a steeper decline than Dallas-Fort Worth or Houston saw over the same stretch, even though Austin's asking price remains above both. The figures come from Realtor.com's monthly housing report, which tracks asking prices for homes currently on the market rather than final sale prices.
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culturemap.com
Construction begins on retail center between Austin and San Antonio
A large new mixed-use development is adding interest to the corridor between Austin and San Antonio. Called Kyle Park, the development spans 101 acres with retail, hotel, and multi-family uses. Kyle Park is a project between Transwestern Investments and NewQuest. The companies have now kicked off construction of the retail...
The Thrifty Apartment
Newsweek
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realtynewsreport.com
Joint Venture Advances Major Texas Retail Project
AUSTIN– (Realty News Report) – Two Houston developers have teamed up on a major retail project underway along the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Marcos. Transwestern Investments and NewQuest have formed a joint venture and started construction on Kyle Park, the retail portion of a 101-acre mixed-use development in Kyle, Texas. The multiphase development, located about 20 miles south of Austin at the northeast corner of I-35 and Bebee Road in Hays County, will also include multifamily and hotel uses.
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South Lamar's New Scandinavian Townhomes Open With Starting Prices Near $700K
A new cluster of 10 Scandinavian-inspired townhomes has finished construction on Menchaca Road in Austin's South Lamar area, adding modern three-story residences to a stretch of 78704 known for its restaurants and bars. The project, called 4101 Menchaca, sits directly across the street from Radio Coffee & Beer, according to Jason Cheng, principal and Austin director of DTJ Design, as reported by Community Impact Newspaper.
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Hill Country ranch awash in water features and bison lists for $14.25M
A Hill Country ranch overflowing with sources of water just listed for $14.25 million. Water — an increasingly scarce resource in Texas — is plentiful at Buffalo Ridge Ranch, a 352-acre property almost 60 miles northwest of Austin and eight miles southeast of Llano. The property also has a managed herd of bison.
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culturemap.com
New owner of Austin's Arboretum reveals plan to add retail, dining space
Real estate investment firm Asana Partners is adding retail and dining space to The Arboretum, a well-known shopping center in Northwest Austin. A press release says updates to the property will "reflect the surrounding Great Hills neighborhood." Right now, the announcement is only that plans have been finalized; construction won't...