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Real estate in Austin, Texas continues to be a hot commodity. The city has so much going for it. It is known as the "live music" capital of the world, is home to the gorgeous pink granite State Capitol building, as well as to a leading university. Set in the stunning beauty of Texas Hill Country, it is no surprise that real estate in Austin, Texas continues to climb in price. If you are willing to be a bit flexible with your location, however, there are still some incredible bargains to be had in real estate in Austin. Within a one-hour radius of Austin, there are dozens of smaller communities that have homes for sale for much less than in Austin. Real estate in Austin, Texas is expensive compared to real estate in Fredericksburg, Texas, and for many people they do not lose anything by living in Fredericksburg. If you look on the northwest side of the city, you can buy real estate near Austin, Texas in the smaller communities of Burnet and Marble Falls. Burnet has been called the "Bluebonnet Capital of Texas," and it lives up to this name, with fields and fields of the distinctive blue wildflowers blooming in the spring each year. The annual Bluebonnet Festival held in April is a favorite among area residents—young and old alike. Marble Falls is also conveniently located near several area lakes and golf courses, delighting sports fans and outdoor-lovers. Lake LBJ and Lake Buchanan are both just minutes away and offer hiking, camping, boating, and fishing on two of the prettiest lakes anywhere in the state. Bastrop, to the east of Austin, is another great place to buy real estate close to Austin, Texas. Bastrop is a town of rich and colorful history and is near Austin, so you can take advantage of all the city has to offer without the higher prices. Smithville and Columbus, also near Bastrop, offer similar opportunities. If you are not dead set on making a real estate purchase in Austin city limits, you can really benefit from looking just outside. Take a look at the smaller communities surrounding Austin and you will be surprised at what you will find.
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