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What Buyers Should Know About Great Hills Before Making an Offer

What Buyers Should Know About Great Hills Before Making an Offer

James Brinkman
Published on: 07/07/2026

Great Hills is the most sought-after neighborhood in 78759 - but it has a dual school district split, three named sub-communities, and meaningful terrain variation. Here's what buyers need to know before making an offer.

SchoolsBuyer GuidesNeighborhood Deep Dives78759Northwest Austin Real Estate
What Is Your 78750 or 78759 Home Worth Right Now?

What Is Your 78750 or 78759 Home Worth Right Now?

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

Wondering what your 78750 or 78759 home is worth right now? Here's why your TCAD value, your Zestimate, and your neighbor's 2022 sale price are all the wrong answers - and how to get the right one.

Home ValueSeller Strategy7875978750Northwest Austin Real EstatePricing and Market Conditions
What It Actually Costs to Own a Home in 78750 or 78759 Right Now

What It Actually Costs to Own a Home in 78750 or 78759 Right Now

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

Most longtime owners in 78750 and 78759 have never added up the full annual cost of staying in their home. Property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and opportunity cost - here's what the number actually looks like.

Seller Strategy7875978750Northwest Austin Real EstateDownsizing
Should You Sell Your 78750 or 78759 Home Before You Downsize?

Should You Sell Your 78750 or 78759 Home Before You Downsize?

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

Longtime owners in 78750 and 78759 are sitting on significant equity. Here's what to know about the financial picture, Texas tax benefits, market timing, and how to sequence a downsize the right way.

Senior DownsizingSeller StrategyNorthwest Austin Neighborhoods7875978750DownsizingSenior Real Estate