Construction & Real Estate Update for May 07 2024

🏡 Austin Real Estate Roundup: The Latest Scoop – Tuesday, May 07, 2024 🌸

Howdy, Austin! It’s your favorite real estate whisperer from Smart Austin Realty, here to sprinkle a little bit of that local magic on your Tuesday. Whether you’re kickin’ it in your Kerbey Lane kitchen or hustlin’ through your H-E-B haul, we’ve got the real estate rundown that’ll have you feeling more in tune with our city than a live set at ACL. So, grab your breakfast taco 🌮, let’s dive into the heart of Austin’s real estate and construction scene. Yeehaw! 🎸

🏗️ Yesterday’s Permits: The Dirt on Development 🚧

Looks like our city’s builders have been as busy as a one-armed paperhanger. Here’s the lowdown on the latest permits that are shaping our skyline and streets:

Travis County’s Big Moves:

UFCU A3 & C1

• Where? 8303 N Mopac Expressway SVRD NB barton skyway 2 100-d, Austin, TX 78746
• When? From June 2, 2024, to August 4, 2024
• What’s the Wallet Say? A cool $5,000,000.00
• Square Footage: 879
• The Skinny: A swanky interior makeover for those restrooms – because even the smallest spaces deserve a little love! 💖
• Who’s Behind It: UFCU, with Sixthriver leading the design charge.
• More Deets Here

JWC CP882033 Exterior & Roof Rehab

• Where? 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739
• When? January 5, 2025, to September 5, 2025
• What’s the Wallet Say? $1,100,000.00
• Square Footage: 1,500
• The Skinny: Giving the old carriage house at JWC a facelift to strut its stuff. 🏠
• Who’s Behind It: The University of Texas at Austin, with Architexas on the drafting table.
• More Deets Here

Williamson County Steps Up:

Sage Plaza Retail Center

• Where? 1892 N US Hwy 183, Leander, TX 78641
• When? January 5, 2025, to April 23, 2025
• What’s the Wallet Say? $400,000.00
• Square Footage: 2,088
• The Skinny: A fresh new space for shopping sprees and retail dreams. 🛍️
• Who’s Behind It: Ameyafour Investments, LLC, with Design Forum Architects, Inc. leading the blueprint brigade.
• More Deets Here

Hays and Bastrop Counties:

• Looks like Hays is taking a breather, but Bastrop is revving up with the McDade ISD – New Transportation Facility. A $2.5 million project that’s all about getting those wheels turning for the district. Vroom, vroom! 🚌

📰 The Real Estate News You Can Use 🗞️

From historic homes to peacocks in your backyard (only in Austin, right?), we’ve rounded up the top stories that have us talking:

1. Craftsman Charm in San Marcos – A 1920 gem with ADU potential. Read more
2. Peacock Mysteries Unraveled – Why your garden might be more colorful than you planned. Check it out
3. Office Space Odyssey – The journey from workspaces to living places hits a snag. Dive in
4. UT’s New Neighbors – Student housing gets a boost with a fresh acquisition. Learn more

And that’s just the tip of the breakfast taco! 🌮 For the full feast of today’s real estate news, including how our new city manager’s focusing on affordable housing, and the latest in airport expansions and flood risk reductions, check out our blog.

📝 Let’s Taco ‘Bout Your Next Move! 🏡

Feeling inspired to find your own slice of Austin paradise? Or maybe you’re ready to pass the baton and sell? Whether you’re buying, selling, or just looking for the next great place to lease, Smart Austin Realty is like your trusty real estate compass, always pointing you in the right direction. 🧭

Don’t let the opportunity to make your mark (or find it) in Austin pass you by. Let’s get this conversation started, and turn those real estate dreams into your next address. 🌆

So, as you go about your day, remember: Smart Austin Realty is here, keeping it weird, keeping it real, and keeping you informed. Let’s make this Tuesday terrific, y’all! #KeepAustinInformed #SmartAustinRealty #ATXRealEstateBuzz