State of Texas Capital
Austin is Central Texas! It’s the home of our State Capital, the University of Texas, St. Edwards University and Austin Community College.
Austin Texas has some great neighborhoods to choose from. There is something for every taste, in and around Austin. Surrounding communities such as Round Rock, Cedar Park, Lakeway, Georgetown and Pflugerville have much to offer.
University of Texas Tower
Austin Population
Austin saw growth from 2000-2008 of 32%, according to the Austin Chamber of Commerce. Austin MSA, in 2008, had an approximate, 1.6+million people. The 1990′s saw a 48% increase in population. Austin is anticipating more growth for 2010 due to the fact that Austin remains one of the top cities for migrating talent. That means more Austin Real Estate sales will continue to grow.
Austin Entertainment
Austin is known as the Live Music Capital of the World and hosts SXSW each year. We also have a professional symphony, ballet and opera companies, many theaters, dance companies, vocalists, and orchestras with productions throughout the year. If art galleries and museums, are of interest, we have many of those too, along with beautiful gardens to explore. Golfing is a large part of entertainment in Austin, along with Bicycling and Hiking.
Barton Springs Pool
If you enjoy sporting events try these out:
* University of Texas Longhorn Football, Basketball, Baseball and Softball games
* Round Rock Express
* Austin Aztex Professional Soccer
* Texas Stars Hockey-AAA Affiliate of the Dallas Stars
* Numerous High School Athletic Events
Austin’s Quality of Life
* Year ’round festivals
* Creative culture that supports the arts, music and theater
* More restaurants and bars per capita than anywhere in the country
* Climate to enjoy the outdoors most of the year
* Highest rated public schools and top notch colleges
* Professional and amateur sports venues and events
* Lush Parks, lakes and trails
Patti Simon
REALTOR®, ABR, GRI
Coldwell Banker United
Office Phone: 512-913-4124
Fax: 512-628-3031
Email: patti@MyHomeInAustinTexas.com
