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Greetings! | |
It's hard to believe that the first quarter of the year is almost behind us - time flies when you are marketing downtown condos! We continue to welcome new neighbors moving in each week and demand is ever increasing for our unique homes here at BartonPlace.
Spring is in full swing, flowers are blooming, and the weather has been just beautiful. It's the perfect time for residents to enjoy BartonPlace's variety of outdoor living spaces.
In this issue, we have included updates about our community as well as Austin news and events that you might find interesting.
Enjoy!
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Save the Date! BartonPlace Official Grand Opening: Saturday, April 30th | |
We are excited to announce that our official Grand Opening for BartonPlace will take place on Saturday, April 30th, from 2-6pm.
Looking forward to a day filled with music, food, beverages and entertaining the Austin community!
Mark your calendar - we'll see you there!
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Sales Office & Model Home Update | |
Earlier this month, we moved our Sales Office and Model Homes to our new, permanent location in Building 1 - right near the official entrance of BartonPlace, on Toomey Rd. We are now settled into our new location, and enjoy welcoming visitors through our north gate.
Here is a list of our new locations:
Sales Office: Building 1, #1201 - Pictured above.
One Bedroom Model: Building 1, #1206
Two Bedroom Model: Building 1, #1203
Three Bedroom Model: Building 4, #4201
Come by, say hello, and check out our new digs! |
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BartonPlace - Nominated for Best Commercial Real Estate Award | |
We are proud to be a nominee for this year's Best Commercial Real Estate Award. This award is presented by the Austin Business Journal and recognizes the best and the brightest in the Central Texas commercial real estate industry.
This award nomination required our team to share thoughtful insight about BartonPlace's architectural design, site design, financial impact, environmental advancement, and visionary impact.
We will be sure to spread the good news, should we be this year's winner - stay tuned! |
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Exclusive: Condo Sales Soar in February | |
We are really excited about the amount of interested people coming to check out BartonPlace so far this year - and our sales prove it - with a steady increase in volume sold each month!
There is lots of evidence that the Austin real estate market should be improving: inbound migration rates are extraordinarily high. Job growth is back. Inventory is declining. Rental rates are soaring. February's sales provide the first evidence that the market may be improving.
We've updated the AustinTowers | urbanspace Downtown Austin Condo Market Index for January and February, 2011. In January, the market was flat -- 6 units were sold at a slightly higher average price but a slightly lower price per square foot. Average days on market was very long.
January 2011 MLS Downtown Condo Sales Statistics
Month
| Sales
| Avg. Price
| $/SF
| Avg SF
| Avg Year
| % Ask
| ADOM
| Jan-10
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6
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$274,547
| $291
| 953
| 2005
| 96%
| 127
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Jan-11
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6
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$289,650
| $265
| 1,086
| 1989
| 98%
| 139
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Change
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0%
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6%
| -9%
| 14%
| -16.00
| 2%
| 9%
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February 2011 MLS Downtown Condo Sales Statistics
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Month
| Sales
| Avg. Price
| $/SF
| Avg SF
| Avg Year
| % Ask
| ADOM
| Feb-10
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8
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$291,938
| $292
| 1,002
| 1979
| 94%
| 50
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Feb-11
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14
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$460,327
| $353
| 1,128
| 1996
| 97%
| 143
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Change
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75%
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58%
| 21%
| 13%
| 17.00
| 3%
| 186%
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In February, however, sales increased dramatically as units transacted soared by 75% from 8 to 14 while absolute prices and $/SF increased substantially.
Read More Here |
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Austin 2nd Best Job Market | |
Austin Business Journal
March 15, 2011
Austin ranked high on another job market listing, taking the second slot on an employment outlook report released on Tuesday.
Ajilon Professional Staffing named Austin the second best place to find a job in the U.S., according to a U.S. Department of Labor statistics analysis and staffing trends nationally. The recruiting and workforce solutions firm cited Austin's lower than average unemployment rate - 7.3 percent - diversity of industries, and rich talent pool.
The company also considered cost of living, the number of businesses hiring, and the education level of residents.
Austin has often been picked for similar lists. One last month from Business Review USA named Austin one of the eight best places to live and work in the U.S. Forbes called the city the third best job market in the U.S. in January. The publication also ranked Austin No. 1 last year for economic recovery, 8th best for business and careers, No. 2 most innovative and 10th best place for for young professionals, among other rankings.
Minneapolis-St. Paul topped the Ajilon Staffing ranking released on Tuesday, in large part due to an uptick in hiring by large financial services, health care, retail, and manufacturing.
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Local Food + Drink News | |
From www.austinst.com
Bar Lamar at Whole Foods Downtown
Yes, it's a bar in the wine section of a grocery store. But in case you're not from around these parts, the Whole Foods at 6th + Lamar is no ordinary grocery store. Seriously, we would live here if we could.
Bar Lamar features more than 20 wines by the glass and offers several wines on tap. We didn't even know wine on tap was a thing, but apparently it both helps keep the wine fresh and reduces waste. Wine flights are ridiculously affordable ($6-8), so let the wine flow, friends!
If beer's more your style, try one of the craft beers on tap - preferably a local selection from Independence Brewing Co. or Live Oak Brewing Company.
So yes, you're technically in a grocery store. But on the plus side, you have the delectable bounty of Whole Foods at your disposal! Order a cheese plate at the bar, or bring any number of delicious nibbly things over to the counter while you enjoy your libations.
Bar Lamar
Noon to 10 p.m. daily
525 N. Lamar Blvd.
http://wholefoodsmarket.com
Austin Food Trailer Guide
www.FoodTrailersAustin.com - A guide to Austin food trailers, food carts, food trucks and any other mobile eatery that graces Austin, Texas. Find a quick summary of trailers, their location, hours menu, prices and even directions. Check in often to find food trailer news, tips and discounts. Don't forget to suggest your trailer if its not on the site using the contact forms at the top of the page.
Click here to view the food trailers that are within walking and biking distance from BartonPlace.
Black Sheep Lodge
Locally owned and operated, Black Sheep Lodge is a new South Austin neighborhood bar & grill which has already become a fixture in the 78704. Located at South Lamar and Oltorf, Black Sheep Lodge is the perfect place to come munch on an incredible burger and relax with a beverage from our full bar, a frozen margarita, a glass of wine, or one of their 20 beers on tap and over 75 bottled beers!
Visit www.BlackSheepLodge.com to view Specials, Menu, Events and more. |
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Austin Earth Day Celebration: April 20, 2011 | |
From www.austinearthday.com
Produced by Austin Green Art
Food from Farmers and Local Restaurants
Music (line up below)
Green Art Kids Area with the Girl Scouts
Expo of Environmental Groups and Green Businesses!
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Vermeers -- Allan Gil
Rick Poss and Allan Gill founded the Vermeers as a duo late in 2007 for fun. They performed their first show in December of that year. Poss and Gill experimented with various configurations and guest musicians, eventually teaming with standout artists Mike Reynolds and Agnes Clementine. |  |
Raised by Pandas
Raised by Pandas is the creation of singer-songwriter Anthony Salerno. After coming out of his self-imposed retirement in 2007, Anthony began singing and playing again around Austin coffee shops under the stage name, Raised by Pandas. In 2008 Mel Ziolkowski joined Raised by Pandas and from there the Panada Movement was born. Anthony's genuine soulfulness infused with a low-fi sensibility has connected with anyone who's bothered to take the time to listen. |  |
Mud Doctors
Band Bio and Picture coming soon!. |  photo credit: J.Barger |
Purly Gates
Purly Gates' repertoire as a singer/songwriter/educator is as diverse as her experience: from an Earth Day concert at Disney World or a Residency in Micronesia funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, to national touring and local prominence. She enchants audiences of all ages, actively engaging her listeners with relevant, appropriate material covering subjects from peace to pizza, environment to retirement. |  |
Lizzi & The Lovers
The Lovers were born from a family of friends deep within the oasis of the Texas Hill Country. In the Christmas of 2004, embracing the spirit of creation rather than consumption, they made a holiday album for their families. They decided the music should continue, and the band emerged. Three singers, electric and acoustic guitars, a lilting flute, imaginative percussion and steady bass make for a vibrant, ever-changing sound. Conscious lyrics complete the experience. Let yourself be loved! |  |
This Time November
Band Bio coming soon! |
For more information, visit www.AustinEarthDay.com |
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Zilker Park Boat Rentals | |
From www.ZilkerBoats.com
BartonPlace residents enjoy amenities like kayak and canoe rentals on Lady Bird Lake - all within walking distance from their front door.
Zilker Park Boat Rentals was established in 1969, shortly after Howard Barnett drove across the Lamar Street bridge and noticed the beauty and serenity of Town Lake (now Lady Bird Lake). He wanted to share that beauty with the town he loved, so he opened a canoe rental on the banks of a creek, just downstream from Barton Springs Swimming Pool. He and his wife, Dorothy, and their four-year-old daughter rented out their nine canoes on weekends while Howard worked for the Texas Park and Wildlife Department. Together they built the business to the environmentally friendly and family oriented establishment that it is today. With over 100 canoes and kayaks and reasonable prices, Zilker Park Boat Rentals is the perfect place to bring friends and family to enjoy a relaxing outing on the water.
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Hours:
Weekends: 9 A.M. until dark*
Weekdays: 10 A.M. until dark*
Now open 7 days a week, weather permitting.
RATES $12.00/ hour, $40.00 All Day. Cash only. No credit cards, no personal checks.
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Free Yoga every Wednesday in April | |
From http://austinparks.org/yoga.html
Yoga in the Park - a free yoga class, held in Republic Square Park, is now available every Wednesday in April . Thanks to Yoga Yoga for putting on the classes.
A certified instructor will lead the class, appropriate for all skill levels. Wear comfortable clothing, and bring your own mat if possible. A few mats will be available for loan.
Who: All ages and skill levels
When: Every Wednesday in April
Rain Plan: If a class is cancelled due to rain, we will announce cancellation by 11am on this page. The alternate rain date is Wednesday, May 4th, 2011.
Where: The newly remodeled Republic Square Park, 5th and Guadalupe St.
Bring: Water bottle; mat if you have one. Wear clothing you can move in.
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Social Media Update | |
Our Facebook and Twitter links have been updated. We will give you daily updates on everything Austin and BartonPlace have to offer! This means the best of Austin news and happenings, BartonPlace events and sales activity plus extra contests and prizes! Click today to "Like" and "Follow" us!
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We look forward to staying in close contact with you. Please remember to visit our website at www.BartonPlaceAustin.com to get up to date news and additional information.
Sincerely,
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Audra Smith
BartonPlace Condominium
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