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.”

The same may be true when looking at real estate sales in Fredericksburg, Texas which were WAY down in January and February … just 33% of the previous year’s figures*.  Sounds horrible?  Should you run from this market?

It would seem to be a paradox … but Fredericksburg actually is thriving this year!

Pass through the town any day of the week, especially on weekends and you’ll see a city that is booming.  Tourists galore!

Doesn’t quite fit with the real estate numbers?  Well, go figure!

What we are hearing from the retailers in Fredericksburg is that sales are up!  More people! And they’re still spending!

What’s happening is that, instead of taking trips to Europe, the Carribean, and other exotic places, people in Texas are taking small trips within the state … and Fredericksburg, still characterized by its German heritage,  is a huge draw to the local tourists.  Close to Austin, within driving distance of Dallas and Houston, and “smack dab in the middle of the Texas Hill Country,” people are taking weekend and extended visits to the Fredericksburg area.

Our feeling is that many of those tourists will take note of this quaint Texas town and, once optimism returns, will resume real estate purchases there.

Given that outlook, right now would be a prime opportunity to get into this market.  Buyers are getting better deals than they have been in a long time!  Give us a call if this interests you.  We’d love to help you find your Hill Country dream home or ranch.

Our encouragement to you:  Live life fully and yet wisely!  And keep a long term perspective!

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*Also, keep in mind that a large portion of Fredericksburg real estate sales are large acreages and ranches.  Just a few ranch sales can make up a large portion of the overall sales figures and a decrease in the number of ranch sales can make the picture look worse than it actually is.

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