About Austin



Austin is the crown jewel of the great state of Texas, offering an incredible array of people, attractions, activities, and scenery to fit nearly any lifestyle. Known for its live music scene, higher education, laid-back atmosphere, picturesque lakes, and nearby Hill Country, it's no wonder the capital city is at the top of nearly everyone's list.


A few examples of what people have to say about Austin:
- #1 fastest growing metro area (Forbes.com, March 2008)
- #1 Best Bang for the Buck city (Forbes.com, October 2008)
- #2 fastest-selling housing market in the U.S. (BusinessWeek.com, September 2008)
- #2 city for opportunities for young adults (American City Business Journals, May 2008)
- #3 hottest labor market (Bizjournals.com, September 2008)
- #2 favorite city for live music (Travel and Leisure, September 2008)
- #3 most recession-proof city (Forbes.com, May 2008)
- #3 highest increase in home values (LoanPerformance HPI, April 2008)
- #4 best-performing city (The Milken Institute/Greenstreet Real Estate Partners, Sept. 2008)
- Top 5 city to earn the Award of Excellence for the biotech industry (Expansion Solutions Magazine, Sept. 2008)
- #6 best city in which to live, work, and play (Kiplinger's Personal Finance, July 2008)
- #7 best place to live 2008, Round Rock (CNN Money, July 2008)
- #8 fastest growing city in the nation (U.S. Census Bureau, July 2006-July 2007)
- #10 place where owning a house makes sense (MSN Real Estate, July 2008)
- #12 strongest metro area for brainpower (American City Business Journals, July 2008)
- #13 best city in which to build personal wealth (Salary.com, June 2008)


Whether you're relocating to Austin or just want to make a move within the area, Goldwasser Real Estate's agents are ready to help you find the neighborhood that is right for you.