The Benefits of Staging Your Home

The Temple market held steady with a less than 1 percent change in its median house price of $174k this May compared to last year. Active listings were down 11.4% while closed sales were up 9.5%. With homes on the market for an average of 64 days (a drop of 6 days compared to May 2018), we could see median prices continue to hold steady as we enter the Summer.

In the Killeen market, home sales were up 27%. Additionally, the median price rose 13.2% to $147K. The trend could be in part to the shrinking inventory as active listings were down 24.5% compared to 2018.

As we see continued growth in the Temple/Belton area, we’ve seen more and more interest in rental data as of mid-2019. Consumers have seen growth and are now making plans to relocate or invest in the area. Whether that’s jobs or access other areas like Waco and Austin, the Temple/Belton area is growing, and consumers want to know the condition of the market.

Temple Texas saw it's median house price fall by 0.7% this year compared to last July. Active listings are down by 4.8%, but the number of closed sales are up by 2.9%. This drop has led to fewer days on the market and a shrinking inventory.

Temple Texas saw it's median house price rise by 7.4% this year compared to last June. Active listings are down by 6.9%, but the number of closed sales are up. This has led to fewer days on the market, a rising median price, and a shrinking inventory.

Every 4th Friday, Royal Street in Salado Texas hosts a fun event full of music, art, food, and more. By bringing together local galleries, you can see showcases of all different kinds of art all in one place as you walk down Royal Street. You can see the wide selection of works from glass to jewelry, clay, and more. With food and live entertainment on hand, it's a great way to spend the evening.

Temple Texas saw it's median house price rise by 4.3% this year compared to last August. Active listings are down up 4%, and the number of closed sales were up by 13.2%. The rise in closed sales could be what has led to fewer days on the market, and a rising median price as the inventory has sold off.

Get your friends together for the 5th annual Battle of the Food Trucks. Hosted at the Killeen Community Center, you can enjoy over 75 vendors, live music, along with activities and entertainment. Watch as your favorite trucks compete for awards in Best Dish, Best Truck Presentation and the People’s Choice Award categories. So come ready to try some of the best flavors of the area!

The Belton market saw growth this April as home sales were up 3.7% compared to last year. The median price saw a rise of 21.4% to $204K compared to April of 2018. With active listings down 27.5 % and a shrinking inventory, we could expect to see median prices continue to rise as the Spring market comes to a close.

Get up close and personal with the latest research and agricultural technology. Join the Texas A&M AgriLife Blackland Research & Extension Center during their annual Farm and Field Day. With local experts on hand, you can learn about the latest in precision agriculture, conservation, grazing animal nutrition and more. This event is free and open to the public.

The Temple market saw growth this March as home sales were up 22.4% compared to last year. The median price also saw a rise of 4.4% to $166K this March compared to March of 2018. With shrinking inventory, and active listings down the median price could continue to rise.

As spring approaches, you might be looking for some ways to take in all that the local area has to offer. From mediation to music and more there is plenty going on in the area this February!

Winter is a great time to enjoy the weather, stay warm and connect with friends and family. Our local area has many great events that will be great to participate in with family and friends. From the Polar Bear Plunge to First Friday in Downtown Temple, start 2019 off by making some great memories!