Top Zip Codes in Austin Real Estate

With the Austin real estate market as hot as ever, we've taken a look at the top zip codes in Austin real estate. Whether it's thanks to beautiful lakeside properties, convenience to downtown, or top school systems, these zip codes are some of the trendiest in the city. Is your ideal neighborhood on the list?

78731

The 78731 zip code prominently features the highly coveted north-central Austin neighborhood of Northwest Hills. This upscale, family-friendly neighborhood is a sight to be seen, with its charming wooded roads winding along hilltops that offer incredible views of the Texas Hill Country, Lake Austin, and the Bull Creek Preserve.

The abundance of deer in the neighborhood can make you forget you're so close to the city, but Northwest…

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Austin's Best Burgers

With Austin quickly becoming known as one of the country's biggest foodie destinations, we're seeing a major shift in dining trends. From the farm-to-table movement to molecular gastronomy, it's hard to keep up with all the latest innovations.

One staple that never fails to disappoint is a trusty, dependable hamburger. From classic fast food takes to health-conscious vegan options, the burger is as versatile as any other dish. Check out our collection of the best burgers in Austin.

Best Classic Fast Food Burgers

Staff Pick - Whataburger: Avocado Bacon Burger ($5.19)

Our favorite drive-thru burger is the good ole Texas classic, Whataburger. The first Whataburger location opened in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1950, selling burgers for 25 cents…

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Austin High Schools

Oh the SATs. Those little three or four digit numbers can define a student's future education. SAT scores are the bane of many high school students' existence. Some prepare all year to take the tests, some prepare the night before. A neighborhood can play a big part in the success of a student during test time, as students who attend high-quality schools in the area can receive top studying techniques. By living in any of the Austin neighborhoods mentioned below, parents will be giving their children an ideal opportunity to earn an education from some of the finest schools in the area. 

Not only are SAT scores important for the student, but they are also important for businesses to assess the quality of schools in an area. Schools who regularly…

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As we enter July, Austin residents are no doubt starting to feel the heat. With temperatures expected to remain in the high 90s throughout the month, it is imperative to find ways to beat the heat. What better way to cool off than to venture to any of the nearby Austin swimming holes. Austin has one of the largest selections of rivers and lakes in Texas. Austin Swimming HolesAs a result, there are a large number of areas people can take advantage of to keep cool. Swimming holes in Austin can be found as close as one mile outside of the downtown area, giving residents convenient access to cool off under the hot sun.

It’s time to take a look at the top five swimming holes in Austin. We don’t blame you if you only read half the article— we almost stopped writing to go for a…

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The Austin real estate market has never been hotter. The latest report from the Austin Board of REALTORS® indicates that Austin home sales in May rose 13.2% from the same time last year. The City of Austin housing inventory currently sits at 1.9 months. Consider that a balanced market is approximately 6.5 months, and you quickly see that you have a tight market.

This is great news for sellers, who will be able to sell their homes in record time, but what does this mean for buyers? Although the Austin real estate market is highly competitive, this doesn't mean you should be scared away from buying. If you do your research, have your finances in order, and you're prepared to act flexibly and quickly, you can still land the home of your dreams.

Here…

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We are pleased to announce that the Austin Business Journal has named JBGoodwin Realtors® as the number one place to work in Austin. The honor was announced at the Austin Business Journal's annual awards luncheon on June 24th, with JBGoodwin taking home the number one ranking for large companies with over 250 employees.

JBGoodwin REALTORS® was given the top ranking thanks to our commitment to ensuring that all of those who work for us are consistently rewarded and recognized for their outstanding efforts. Our goal is to make sure each and every one of our staff and clients are made to feel like family. We believe work should feel less like a job and more like home, and we're thrilled to be recognized with this tremendous accomplishment.

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Free Events in Austin

Austin is a popular location for those looking for real estate, but there is much more to the city than just its homes for sale. Austin is filled with wonderful events and attractions, some of which can be enjoyed free of charge.

Whether you are single, or with children, there is something waiting with your name on it! This coming weekend Austin is playing host to a number of free events throughout the city. Take a look at our list below for some of the free events happening in Austin this weekend.

The Ride the Lightning Electric Flight Event

This event takes place on Saturday at 8705 Lindell Lane in Austin. Beginning at 10 am, pilots will control some of the coolest radio controlled electric planes you’ll ever see. Giant scale model planes…

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Prevent real estate wire transfer fraud

Imagine that you've just found your dream home. You've agreed on terms and you've signed a purchase contract. You're sent an email with wire transfer instructions, and you send off the money, knowing you're only a few steps away from owning your new home.

But the escrow agent or buyer never receives the money. You check your account, and the money's gone.

How Wire Fraud Works

Wire transfer fraud is the use of electronic communications to fraudulently obtain money, such as an email or phone scam. Here's how the typical real estate wire fraud scam works:

  • Scammers identify the email address of a real estate agent or broker
  • The scammers identify closing real estate deals, and access a client's confidential personal information
  • The…

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