Texas Real Estate Guide
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With an area of more than 266,000 square miles, Texas is the second
largest state in the USA. Located in the southwest, adjacent to
Mexico on its southwest and the Gulf of Mexico on its southeast, Texas
has a fertile coastal plain, grassland prairies in its interior, and dry
high plains toward its northwest. The Alamo figured importantly
in Texas' battle for independence from Mexico. Austin is the state
capital, and other major cities include Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio.
Located in west-central Texas, Austin has a lot of positive qualities, including good education and cultural amenities, a pleasant climate, and a strong economy. Austin is home to the University of Texas and a renowned music scene. The walkable downtown features many music venues, and plenty of outdoor recreation can be found a short distance west. Austin's cost of living is the highest in Texas, but still low on a national scale. The area is business-friendly and attracts high-tech and small business startups alike. Summers tend to be hot, and rapid growth has led to some urban sprawl.
Dallas is quintessentially "Texas" with its big, bustling, cosmopolitan corporate center. Many convention centers and corporate headquarters are located in Dallas, and petroleum is a big part of the local economy. Due to its strong economy and wealthy population, Dallas is home to many parks and cultural assets. Major league sporting teams are also a big draw. Population growth in Dallas has exploded, leading to urban sprawl and longer commute times, but a rail-transit program helps to ease some of the gridlock.
Houston is located in southeast Texas and ranks as the fourth largest metro area in the USA. The economy is supported by the petroleum and petrochemical industry, as well as major corporations such as Continental Airlines, Minute Maid, and American General. Houston boasts excellent cultural amenities and major league sporting venues. The cost of living is low, but rapid growth has led to congestion and urban sprawl, as well as air quality ranking among the country's worst.
In south-central Texas, San Antonio is the third largest city in the state, and the eighth largest city in the U.S. The attractive and modern downtown area contains a River Walk, shops, sidewalk cafes, and plenty of entertainment and cultural amenities. The city has a distinct Hispanic influence and a laid back atmosphere. The local economy in San Antonio is supported by a strong banking and financial presence, as well as healthcare, and the headquarters of many corporations. The downsides include congestion, crime rates, and summer heat.
On this page, you will find Texas real estate listing services as well as selected realtors and real estate agencies in the State of Texas. For your convenience, this page also provides access to Texas real estate directories and realtor resources. A list of housing finance resources for the State of Texas can be found on this Texas Housing Finance Agencies web page. Whether you are buying or selling a house in Texas, this wealth of information can help you start the process efficiently.
Texas Real Estate Listings
- Zillow Real Estate > Texas
Find homes for sale, apartments for rent, mortgage information, and real estate agents in Texas. Real estate listings can be filtered by price, home type, and number of bedrooms.
www.Zillow.com - Texas Real Estate Listings
Find homes for sale in Texas using a map or drop down menu.
www.Realtor.com
Texas Real Estate Agencies
- Coldwell Banker United
Major South East real estate firm with operations in Texas and the Carolinas.
www.ColdwellBankerUnited.com - Ebby Halliday Realtors
Helping home buyers and sellers throughout the Dallas Metroplex.
www.Ebby.com - Keller Williams Realty
Nationwide real estate services franchise.
www.KW.com - Prudential Gary Greene Realtors
Residential real estate in Northeast Texas.
www.HumbleSales.com - RE/MAX DFW Associates
This real estate firm operates in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
www.RMDFW.com - Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors
Premier real estate firm serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
www.CBDallas.com - Bradfield Properties
Premier locally-owned real estate company serving the San Antonio area.
www.BradfieldProperties.com - RE/MAX Space Center
This real estate firm serves the Clear Lake and Greater Houston area.
www.SpaceCenter-Homes.com - John Daugherty, Realtors
Real estate firm specializing in Houston's finest neighborhoods.
www.JohnDaugherty.com
Texas Real Estate Directories
- Texas Custom Homes
Texas custom home builder directory, including location and contact information as well as website links.
Custom-Home-Builders.RegionalDirectory.us - Texas Manufactured Homes
Texas manufactured home supplier directory, including location and contact information plus website links.
Manufactured-Homes.RegionalDirectory.us
Texas Multiple Listing Services
- Abilene Board of Realtors
Provides real estate information and services in the Abilene, Texas area.
www.AbileneBOR.com - Amarillo Association of Realtors
Find Realtors, homes, and open houses in the Amarillo, Texas area.
www.AmarilloRealtors.org - Arlington Board of Realtors
Learn about Arlington, Texas real estate; find Realtors and homes for sale in the area.
www.ArlingtonRealtor.com - ABOR
The Austin Board of Realtors serves the real estate profession in Austin, Texas, and is a central resource for Austin-area property information.
www.ABOR.com - Brownsville-South Padre Board of Realtors
Search for properties as well as real estate offices, agents, and appraisers.
www.USAMLS.net/brownsville/ - GAR
The Galveston Association of Realtors serves the needs of real estate professionals and consumers in Galveston, Texas. Features MLS property search, open house listings, agent and broker directory, news and events, maps and directions, Galveston area photo gallery, and area information.
www.USAMLS.net/galveston/ - Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors
This professional association serves the real estate market in the Fort Worth, Texas area.
www.GFWAR.org - Greater McAllen Association of Realtors
Search for real estate listings as well as real estate offices, agents, and appraisers in the Greater McAllen area.
www.USAMLS.net/mcallen/ - Houston Association of Realtors
Search for homes and commercial properties as well as real estate offices, agents, and appraisers in the Greater Houston area.
www.HAR.com
Texas Realtor Resources
- Texas Real Estate Commission
Real estate licensing and regulatory body.
www.trec.state.tx.us/ - Texas Association of Realtors
Statewide realtor advocacy organization.
www.texasrealtors.com/
Real Estate in Adjacent States
- Arkansas Real Estate Guide
- Louisiana Real Estate Guide
- New Mexico Real Estate Guide
- Oklahoma Real Estate Guide
- Texas Real Estate
Related Texas Links
- TX Real Estate Appraisers - real estate appraisal services in Texas.
- TX Real Estate Investments - real estate investing services in Texas.
- Texas Information - Texas atlas and travel guide.
- Texas Maps - Texas geography and infrastructure.
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