Vikki Goodwin’s Austin Real Estate Weblog


NW Austin – Remodeled Home w/Pool for Sale
October 24, 2007, 4:00 pm
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This beautiful home recently went through a total remodel.  Everything including the landscaping has changed, and the owner have left “before” and “after” photos to show the difference.  Beginning with the exterior, they changed it from a red brick and blue shutters facade to a light gray painted brick with black shutters, a much more modern look.  The kitchen was completely gutted and the result is a fabulous gourmet kitchen.  Other features include wood floors, wrought iron railing on the stairs, updated bathrooms, an art niche, as well as a huge backyard with a pool and large deck.  The location is also a plus.  It is close to many employers in NW Austin in the popular Balcones Woods neighborhood.  See photos, price and details of this home, or see all homes for sale in Balcones Woods.  If you’d prefer a 1-story remodeled home, email or call me (512-426-9090) for information about an upcoming listing.



Leander home – Awesome views, setting, price!
October 16, 2007, 3:06 am
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Just the drive down the street going to this home is wonderful.  As you drive to the house, you see Lake Travis winding its way through the hill country.  Once on the property you are greeted by a wonderful grouping of well-cared for trees in front on the home and a huge deck wrapping around the side of the home – ready for a new owner to take advantage of the exquisite views!  This home is situated on 2 acres and has a number of updates.  The homes was built in 1970.  The asking price is $249,900.  Only two photos are posted online, but additional photos can be emailed upon requestSearch for other Austin and Leander homes.



Luxury Homes in Breakaway Park, Cedar Park, NW of Austin
October 14, 2007, 4:42 am
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I just held an Open House in Breakaway Park where most of the homes are over 4000 sq ft and over $1M.  Each home sits on an acre or more and most are Mediterranean or Spanish-style.  The neighborhood is tucked away just northwest of Austin close to Avery Ranch and across Parmer from the Ranch at Brushy Creek.  Some of the features of these homes include: granite counters in kitchens, baths and utility rooms, Travertine and wood flooring, wood-cased windows, art niches and specialized painting on walls and ceilings, media rooms and large windows for viewing the beautiful oaks trees and pools.  You can view homes for sale in Breakaway Park, or go to my website to search for other Austin area homes for sale.



Affordable homes in Austin!
October 11, 2007, 8:49 pm
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Austin has become somewhat of a melting pot due to people from all over the country moving here to Texas where home prices are still lower than most of the country.  Within the city of Austin, $125K is close to the least expensive home you can find, so I’d consider the $125K-$175K range to be the most affordable here.  One neighborhood where you’ll find homes in this range is Canterbury Trails.  I recently listed a desirable home in this neighborhood, for the price of $165K.  This 3 bedroom home has a nice street appeal, Pergo flooring in the family room, and high quality tile in the entryway, kitchen, sunroom and utility room.  The backyard features a large covered patio with a built-in BBQ grill/outdoor kitchen area.  While many of the affordable homes have maintenance or updating needs, this home is in excellent condition!  You can see details of this home or go to my website to search for other Austin area homes for sale.