6 things you need to know about buying a condo in Austin

1. Hire a Specialist

Working with someone who understands how a condo operates is incredibly important. Understanding HOAs and the documents required. Before buying a condo you need documents like insurance coverage, HOA meeting minutes, condo resale certificates, etc. Having an agent help you make the best decision and help you prepare can make a HUGE difference.

2. Asses the Amenities

Understand what the building has to offer and whether or not it will fit your lifestyle. Do the HOA fees match the level of amenities? Austin is notoriously a city where the  people spend the same amount of time working as they do playing. Looking for a condo with a club house, pool, and 24 hour desk presence, would be in your best interest if you like to play too.

3. Check out the Neighborhood

This should be obvious, but make sure you check out the neighborhood. Is the condo gated? First floor? Parking garage? If you aren’t in the best neighborhood, then it’s probably not for you. Is there a train near by or new construction site around the corner? The last thing you want to do is move into a noise box!

 4. Analyze the Homeowners Association Meeting Minutes and Rules

By gathering the information from the HOA meeting you can get a better understanding of how the community is run. Who is in charge? Do all the tenants have an opportunity to speak up? Make sure you ask the critical questions before closing. This information should be gathered by your real estate agent.

5. Review the Rental-to-Owner-Occupied Ratio

If you’re thinking you’ll need a loan, it’s important to gather this information. It’s important to know how many units are rented versus unoccupied or owner-occupied. Ut also gives you a better idea of the average tenant is like....

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Join us this Saturday, June 16th, 2018 from 11 AM - 1 PM for your opportunity to view this charming Oak Hill Condo.

6718 Silvermine Drive. #901

$169,997 | 1,062 Sq.Ft | 2 Bed | 2 Bath

Amazing condo in a great location. Airy open floor plan, tile and wood floors, many updates! Located near Y at Oak Hill offers easy access to downtown, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, and other Greater Austin Areas. From the private patio to the easy flowing living/dining spaces along with the community pool, ample area for friends and family to gather. You are going to love your new home!

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6718 Silvermine Drive. #901

$169,997 | 1,062 Sq.Ft | 2 Bed | 2 Bath

Amazing condo in a great location. Airy open floor plan, tile and wood floors, many updates! Located near Y at Oak Hill offers easy access to downtown, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, and other Greater Austin Areas. From the private patio to the easy flowing living/dining spaces along with the community pool, ample area for friends and family to gather. You are going to love your new home!

Click here to learn more about this amazing Southwest Austin Condo!

Join us this Saturday, May 26, 2018, from 1-4 PM for a Southwest Austin Condo Open House. This spacious end unit is located in the ever popular Laurels at Legend Oaks Community and is conveniently located near an abundance of shopping, dining and entertainment options. The condo features vaulted ceilings, a floor to ceiling fireplace and a nice-sized kitchen open to the living and dining areas. All of the rooms are well-sized, and the spacious flex room upstairs would make the perfect game room or home office. The private backyard features lots of greenery and a quaint covered porch.  

If you are looking to purchase a condo in North Austin, why not expand your search into a townhome? You can get the condo feel in the comfort of a single family home! Learn more about this North Austin Townhouse below. 

6425 Westside Drive, Austin, TX 78731 | 1,476 Sq.Ft. | 2 Beds | 3 Baths

Amazing and rare opportunity to own a tastefully remodeled home in the established Northwest Hills community for under $350K! 6421 Westside is also available, own the entire building! Recent $35,000 renovation includes updated bathrooms, wood laminate flooring, new carpet, fresh paint, refreshed cabinets & more! Home also includes a private covered patio, two car carport, galley style kitchen, upgraded windows & more. Award-winning schools, close to shopping & entertainment & just a few mins to DT Austin!

1829 Coronado Hills Dr.

Welcome to Coronado Hills. Situated in a secluded neighborhood with easy access to cross town highways. Enjoy over-sized bedrooms, welcoming kitchen and living dwellings, refined wood and lavish finishes throughout interior and exterior. Beautifully equipped media room and surround sound system to allow for comfort and ample opportunity for guest entertainment! Luxurious backyard resort-style pool, outdoor kitchen, and patio provides for an instant vacation featuring waterfall, hot tub, covered patio overlooking greenbelt and beautiful Austin hill country.

Easy access to beautiful Downtown Austin and close shopping in the area. With a plethora of community amenities such as tennis courts and pool, undoubtedly this fantastic home will be top of mind for all that have the opportunity to view it. 

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