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‘Spy Kids’ Filmmaker Asks $8.9 Million for a Snazzy Waterfront Home in Texas
After nearly six years of ownership, Robert Rodriguez has decided to part ways with his ranch-style home high above Lake Travis in the Texas capital of Austin. The veteran filmmaker—probably most known for his work on movies such as Sin City, Spy Kids, and From Dusk Till Dawn—is asking $8.9 million for the waterfront spread, which he acquired back in October 2018.This $7.5 Million Hamptons Home Was Designed by a Famed Architect. Now Two Creatives Have Given It a Makeover. Originally designed by noted modernist architect O’Neil Ford, who is widely acclaimed for crafting the Trinity University campus and Little Chapel...
Explore Alamo ADU: A Rental Property in Austin, Texas
Creating Individual Spaces in a Beloved Neighborhood. Alamo ADU by Moontower in Austin, Texas, began as a project for a client and her partner who wanted personalized living spaces without leaving their cherished neighborhood. However, during the design process, the couple separated, making the need for independent spaces crucial. The unique two-unit site plan, with individual living spaces on a shared property, perfectly suited their needs and has since thrived as a rental property.
Home valuations in Williamson, Travis County show housing market cool down
Home valuations released earlier this year indicate the housing market stabilizing after a spike in interest rates and cost of homes in 2022. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) This year’s release of appraisal valuations from the Williamson Central Appraisal District indicated the overall average appraisal values for residential properties are lower than in recent years.
JLL Closed on Sale and Secures Acquisition Financing for the 202-unit Apartment Community Vineyard Hills Apartments in Austin
JLL Capital Markets announced that it has closed the sale and secured acquisition financing for Vineyard Hills Apartments, a 202-unit, 2000-vintage, garden-style apartment community located in Southwest Austin, Texas. JLL Capital Markets worked on behalf of the seller, Bob Reeves, to facilitate the sale to S2 Capital. Working on behalf...
Newmark Arranges Sale, Financing for 267-Bed Community Near University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas — Newmark has arranged the sale of and acquisition financing for 21 Pearl, a 267-bed student housing community located at 911 W. 21st St. near the University of Texas at Austin campus. The property’s 135 units were 99 percent occupied at the time of sale. Ryan Lang, Jack Brett and Ben Harkrider of Newmark represented the seller, a partnership between Crow Holdings Capital and Texla Housing Partners, in the disposition. Ben Roelke, Ian Walker, Trent Houchin and Jeff Barnwell, also of Newmark, secured acquisition financing on behalf of the buyers, a partnership between The Preiss Co. and Investcorp. Built in 2013, the community recently underwent renovations to its commons areas and units. Upgrades included the addition of new furniture to 75 percent of units; fresh paint and modern finishes in common areas; a clubhouse renovation; the addition of study rooms; courtyard modernization; and enhancements to the property’s fitness center.
Austin-area school districts look to affordable housing to retain, recruit staff
Austin ISD, and Business and Community Lenders of Texas held a homebuyer fair in June to educate community members on homeownership. (Courtesy Business and Community Lenders of Texas) A growing number of Central Texas school districts are seeking affordable housing options for their staff amid rising expenses. The average rental...
Ledgestone Announces the Launch of The Ander: A New Residential Project in Austin, Texas
Ledgestone has announced the launch of The Ander, a new ground-up residential condominium project in Austin, Texas, with architectural design by STG and interior design by EDGE MDS, LLC. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing will handle the exclusive sales and marketing for The Ander. The Perry Henderson Team at Douglas Elliman has been tapped to be the exclusive team of agents for the project.
Birchway Spring Cypress opens with 420 apartment units Kuykendahl Road in Spring
In April, Greystar opened the Birchway Spring Cypress apartments at 19101 Kuykendahl Road, Spring. (Courtesy Greystar) Birchway Spring Cypress apartments are now open in Spring after construction was completed in April. The apartments feature keyless door entry, “soaking garden tubs” and full-size washers and dryers, according to the complex’s website. Facility amenities include a pool, outdoor grilling kitchen, fitness area and a dog park.
Q&A: Green builder explains what 'net-zero' housing looks like in Central Texas
Most of Build Native's homes utilize hail-resistant solar panels with battery backup systems for extreme winter weather events, Co-founder and President Nick Ryza said.(Courtesy Build Native) Quiet, rolling hills and crystal blue lakes have made the Central Texas region an attractive spot for dozens of new, luxury housing developments, but...
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