In a small market, a few sales can make a real difference.  In the residential market, the average price per item sold increased 42% from $247,833 to $352,887.  What that means is that not only were there 2 more sales in 2009 (20 vs. 18) but the properties that sold were considerably more expensive.  That is not due to price increases but instead, the properties that sold were higher end.  That continues the trend in this area during the economic downturn.   It is the higher priced properties that have continued to sell.   7 of the 20 residential properties that sold were $500,000 and up.   In the Farm/Ranch category, one ranch sale (at $1,530,329) accounted for the lion’s share of the increase.

What does this mean about the market?  An improving market is at work.  Our observations are:

• Sellers have realized that they need to be more realistic in their pricing.
• People’s perception about the economy is improving.
• Expectations of inflation makes real estate a “safe” investment.

We do our best to provide you with the best information available so that you can make an informed decision whether you are a buyer or seller.

We strive to help our sellers price their properties competitively so that they get SOLD.  In the current market, that is especially important so we can really HELP you!

If you are a buyer, we are currently aware of several “real buys.”  Call for more information.

Each person’s scenario is unique.  We’d love to help you with yours.

However, during the last several weeks we’ve seen a number of new properties come on the market.  Be sure and check our MLS Search engine to find out about those properties.

One recent buyer client told us that we provided them with the BEST experience that they EVER had with a real estate agent!  Our goal is to EXCEED YOUR EXPECTATIONS WITH ABOVE & BEYOND SERVICE!

Our offices are located in Comfort but we sell from San Antonio to Kerrville, from Bandera to Fredericksburg.    Give us a call. We’d love to help!  830-995-2511.

Two of the 3 sales were properties greater than 25 acres.  In a rural area such as Comfort, properties with large acreages generally make up a large portion of the overall sales figures.  Hopefully last month’s results indicates a change in the trend as sales of large acreages were off during most of 2008.

We are generally optimistic about Comfort for 2009.  Several new “tourist destinations” are expected to make their home in the Comfort area … which should help the overall economy and the appeal of the area.  Also, we believe the trend toward “small town” living will continue.  Many people believe that Comfort is the first “true” small town in the Hill Country outside of San Antonio … so it has great appeal to those looking for that quaint, “All American”, small town feel.

The Hill Country is a great place to live … So, if Comfort is what you’re looking for, give us a call.  We’d love to help you find your “Hill Country Dream Home.”

Comfort Cellars Winery (LINK)

723 Front Street
Comfort, TX
Phone (830) 995-3274

Directions: From I-10 Take Hwy 27 West into Comfort.  The Winery is on Hwy 27 (a/k/a Front Street) on the left side just across from the Post Office.

Sister Creek Winery (LINK)

1142 Sisterdale Road
Sisterdale, TX  78006
Phone (830) 324-6704
Fax (830) 324-6704

Directions: From I-10, Take Hwy 27 West into Comfort.  Right after you cross the bridge, veer to the Right onto Hwy 87.  Go 2 streets and take a Right onto FM 473.  Take 473 about 9 miles until you come to a stop sign.  Turn right heading through Sisterdale.  The winery is about 1/2 mile on the right.

Singing Water Vineyards (LINK)

Real Estate Advertisement:  Be sure and take note of our listing just 1/2 mile before you get to Singing Waters Vineyard!  For more information, Click Here:

HORSE FRIENDLY HOME JUST OUTSIDE COMFORT, TEXAS | GREAT LOCATION NEAR WINERY AND HILL COUNTRY CAMP | $285,000