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      Austin Real Estate: How Affordable is Your Dream Home?

      Published 05/09/2023 | Posted by Sharmin Rashid
      Austin Real Estate: How Affordable is Your Dream Home? | Sharmin Rashid

      Are you considering buying or selling a home in the Austin area? As a local real estate agent, I want to share some important information with you about affordability in our market.

      One helpful metric to look at is the median sold price to income ratio. This ratio compares the median sold price of homes in the Austin Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which includes Travis, Williamson, Bastrop, Hays, Caldwell, and Burnet counties, to the median household income in Travis County.

      Going back to January 2000, the average ratio has been 3.48. However, in March 2020, the ratio was 4.14. By April 2022, it had skyrocketed to 6.63. While the ratio has dropped slightly to 5.54 in May 2023, it is still up 25.13% from March 2020.


      What does this mean for home buyers and sellers? Essentially, the higher the ratio, the less affordable homes are for the average household. A high ratio may indicate that homes are overvalued relative to local incomes, which could lead to a market correction in the future.

      However, it's important to keep in mind that the ratio is just one metric, and there are many factors that can influence the real estate market. Additionally, different neighborhoods and price ranges may have different ratios, so it's important to work with a knowledgeable real estate agent who can help you understand local market conditions.

      If you're interested in learning more about affordability in the Austin area, I invite you to visit my website and check out my affordability resource at https://sharmin.teamprice.com/affordability. You can also contact me directly to discuss your specific real estate needs.

      At the end of the day, buying or selling a home is a big decision, and it's important to have all the information you need to make an informed choice. I'm here to help, and I look forward to working with you!

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