{"id":1314,"date":"2018-02-23T13:53:21","date_gmt":"2018-02-23T18:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/?p=1314"},"modified":"2018-02-23T13:53:21","modified_gmt":"2018-02-23T18:53:21","slug":"austin-texas-homes-better-prices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/austin-texas-homes-better-prices\/","title":{"rendered":"Living in Austin, Texas: 4 dream homes at better prices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The cost to buy a home is on the rise, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t find affordable house prices in Austin. Our communities offer a range of floor plans to suit any family and any budget. Could one of these four options be the dream home that doesn\u2019t break the bank?<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Jackson | The Enclave at Leander Station<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Jackson_Floorplan.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing of The Enclave at Leander Station\u2019s Jackson floor plan as an example of affordable house prices in Austin.\" width=\"800\" height=\"777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Jackson_Floorplan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Jackson_Floorplan-300x291.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Jackson_Floorplan-768x746.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Austin has beautiful historic homes but all that maintenance may not be your style. If you\u2019re searching for a brand-new home, The Enclave at Leander Station provides\u00a0the coziness of older neighborhoods with the added benefit of updated floor plans and customizable builds. This growing community is conveniently located between 183 and 2243 with easy access to downtown Austin. Homes start in the low $200,000\u2019s and range up to the $243,490s for 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom homes.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a starter family or empty nesters looking for house prices in Austin that fall on the lower end of the spectrum, you\u2019ll find everything you need in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/north-austin-cedar-park\/the-enclave-at-leander-station\/floorplans\/jackson\">Jackson<\/a> floor plan. Starting at $214,490, this home will provide you 1,500 square feet of efficient space for all your needs. If you\u2019re in the mood to splurge, you can add on a study or covered patio. And let\u2019s not forget the quaint covered porch where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the Hill Country!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Bedford | Larkspur<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1316\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Bedford_Floorplan_Vista.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing of Larkspur\u2019s Bedford floor plan as an example of affordable house prices in Austin.\" width=\"800\" height=\"648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Bedford_Floorplan_Vista.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Bedford_Floorplan_Vista-300x243.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Bedford_Floorplan_Vista-768x622.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not just the booming job market that draws homebuyers to Austin, it\u2019s also the excellent schools. Austin is a great place to raise a family and Larkspur is a family-oriented community that pairs the natural beauty of Texas with modern luxuries. Residents can explore the walking trails and relax in open fields in the morning and enjoy the resort-style pool and clubhouse in the afternoon. The on-site elementary school turns neighbors into family and friends. Larkspur is Phase III just opened and house prices start in the low at $200,000\u2019s.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/north-austin-cedar-park\/larkspur\/floorplans\/bedford\">Bedford<\/a> floor plan is a great option for families. The layout of the home flows beautifully from a study and the front 2 bedrooms, past the large living room, and finally into the master bedroom. If your family may grow or you love to entertain guests, there are options for adding a fourth bedroom and a half bath. The 1,693 square-foot Bedford floor plan typically ranges in the mid to upper $200s.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Shakespeare | Smithfield<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Shakespeare_Floorplan.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing of Smithfield\u2019s Shakespeare floor plan as an example of affordable house prices in Austin.\" width=\"800\" height=\"888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Shakespeare_Floorplan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Shakespeare_Floorplan-270x300.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Shakespeare_Floorplan-768x852.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Real estate is all about location and for some homebuyers, the prospect of long commutes and weekends spent mowing the lawn doesn\u2019t hold much appeal. For home buyers that prefer a want maintenance-free living in an up-and-coming neighborhood, Smithfield is your place to call home. This townhome community with starting prices in the mid $200,000s includes exterior yard and building maintenance with modern floor plans, ensuring residents can spend more time exploring Austin.<\/p>\n<p>Now, you don\u2019t have to be a fan of poetry to love this affordable floor plan. Smithfield\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/downtown-south-austin\/smithfield\/floorplans\/Shakespeare\">Shakespeare<\/a> option starts at $258,490 and includes 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. You\u2019ll be blown away that a low-maintenance townhome can offer room for a master bedroom, family room, foyer, a loft, and so much more! Always wanted a game room though? No problem. You can choose to upgrade your floor plan to include that and a fireplace.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Harmony | The Meadows at Shadow Creek<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1318\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Harmony_Floorplan.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing of The Meadows at Shadow Creek\u2019s Harmony floor plan as an example of affordable house prices in Austin.\" width=\"800\" height=\"823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Harmony_Floorplan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Harmony_Floorplan-292x300.jpg 292w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Harmony_Floorplan-768x790.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Working in the city may be a requirement for your career but, in Austin, living in the city isn\u2019t. Buda is a quiet community just outside of Austin with affordable homes from the low $200,000s. The Meadows at Shadow Creek has an award-winning school district and a top-ranked health system nearby. Despite being a more rural community,\u00a0there is plenty to keep you in Buda. Its historic downtown has restaurants, coffee bars, art galleries, and shopping.<\/p>\n<p>Starting at $210,990, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/buda\/the-meadows-at-shadow-creek\/floorplans\/harmony\">Harmony<\/a> guarantees to fit your entire family in its 2,253 square-foot floor plan. This two-story home includes 4 bedrooms and a game room so everyone has space for rest and entertainment. Finally, everyone can come together in the open-concept layout of the kitchen, family, and dining rooms.<\/p>\n<p>The perfect home is not out of your reach! These four communities offer reasonable home prices in Austin, luxury accommodations, and convenient access to local attractions. 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