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Another great month to end the record year of 2020. While we are all glad 2020 has come and gone, we did have a record year in sales that should not go unnoticed.

The Corpus Christi Association of Realtors produced the Housing Report for December 2020 and Closed Sales were up 15.8% with 44 closed sales in December 2020. The Median Price was $410,000 up 6.8% compared to December 2019.

Our Port Aransas Realty agents continue to take on more listings, as it is such a great time to list your home. The average days on market for December 2020 was 97 days, a little higher as we had several holidays occur this month. Whether you are looking to purchase your first home, or if you are looking to purchase your second or third vacation beach home, call one of…

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If you pay attention to our monthly blog posts and the market reports, you may already know that the median sales price in Port Aransas is about $535,100.

Well, our little island and Port Aransas Realty is no stranger to listing some high-end, marvelous, million dollar homes. It takes a different approach, luxury marketing and top-notch agents to secure these properties, and get them sold. Here is a glimpse at our listings over 1M currently for sale or pending:

1. 157 Sunrise, Port Aransas, TX 78373 | 4 bed, 4 bath | 2,304 sq ft

PHOTOS 

List Price: $1,275,000

Listed By: Suzette Freeman | 361.749.4000


2. 115 Seaside Dr, Port Aransas, TX 78373 | 5 bed, 4 bath |  2,463 sq ft


PHOTOS 

List Price: $1,390,000

Listed By: Suzette…

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Below is a summary of the Housing Report for Port Aransas, and these numbers do not disappoint. Closed sales were up a whopping 120% from last November! Almost 30% of homes sold were in the $400K - $500K price range, and another 30% of homes sold were in the $500K to $749K price range, with the median price range of Port Aransas, Texas coming in at $535,100. 

If you're in the market to sell your home, call one of our expert Real Estate Professionals today! 361.749.4000 or stop by our office below:

 

Port Aransas Realty 

104 Mustang Blvd, Port Aransas, Texas 78373

 

Mustang Island Realty 

14829 S Padre Island Dr, Suite 3, Corpus Christi, Texas 78418

 

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The Housing Report is in! Each month, The Corpus Christi Association of Realtors produces the Housing Report to give us a summary of how the market is performing.

Here’s a look at Port Aransas: Closed sales were up 66.7%, with 60 closed sales in October 2020. The Median Price was $443,500 up 7.2% compared to October 2019. Our Port Aransas Realty agents are working hard and diligently with buyers and sellers in the Corpus Christi market. The average days on market is sitting around 121 days according to the Port Aransas Real Estate Report.

If you're thinking of selling, now is the time! Call one of our Island Experts at 361.749.4000 for a sellers consultation.

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It’s been a wild summer! Even through Covid-19, all of our real estate agents have stayed very busy selling homes on Mustang Island, Corpus Christi and Port Aransas. Sales have been very good, in fact, just last month, closed sales in Port Aransas were up a whopping 122.2% according to the housing market produced by the Corpus Christi Association of Realtors ! We’ve even brought on some new talent. Today we are shining a spotlight on one of our new agents, Jordan Traweek. Here’s a little info on Jordan…

 1. How long have you been a REALTOR?? A little over 2 years

2. How long have you lived on the island? 4 Years

3. What your dream job was as a child? To be a boutique owner. I had a store in Stephenville before I moved to Port Aransas.

4. How…

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We sat down with Keith McMullin, the Broker of Port Aransas Realty and Mustang Island Realty, for a little Q&A. Read on to learn more about Keith!

 

1. How long have you been a REALTOR? I got my license in 2005.

2. How long have you lived on the island? I moved to Port A from N Padre in 2001. I originally moved to N Padre in 1987.

3. What your dream job was as a child? Astronaut - I grew up in Houston and man first walked on the moon on my 5th Birthday. I was obsessed.

4. How did you get into real estate? I’ve been in sales most of my adult life. I had been in the telecom industry for a number of years and my job involved frequent air travel. After 9/11, I wanted to find a profession that didn’t involve living in hotels and airports. I…

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Our agents not only sell residential single-family homes, condos and multi-family homes, they have expertise and knowledge in selling coastal commercial real estate as well. Currently in the Corpus Christi market, there are 292 commercial/industrial properties for sale.

Here is a look at three commercial real estate properties for sale.

1. 409 N Alister St, Port Aransas, TX, 78373 

  • UNIQUE opportunity to own a piece of Port Aransas history! Located in the heart of Old Town Port Aransas, at the corners of Brundrett and Alister. Owned and operated by the same family for 70+ years, it is flowing with nostalgia. Step inside the archway of Angler's Court to reveal a custom painted mural, turn in to the courtyard to reveal 4 "boho island chic "…
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The Port Aransas Market reports shows although being in the middle of a pandemic, real estate sales are still going strong.

The median price is up 13.8% at $412,000. This median price is near historic highs!

Active Listings this month were also up 3.1% compared to last year. Along with our neighbors in North Padre, closed sales were flat compared to last year, with 23 total closed sales in March 2020. Days on market were 29 days less than in March 2019, sitting at 122 total days to close.

We are continuing to practice social distancing, working from home, conducting virtual meetings and showings, and following CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of our clients, neighbors, families and ourselves. With the impact of coronavirus, we are anticipating…

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Our weekly Agent Spotlight this week is on Amy Bartlett. Amy has tons of real estate sales experience, and is wonderful at making connections and building relationships. Here's a little more about Amy..

 1. How long have you been a REALTOR?? 10 years

2. How long have you lived on the island? 18 years

3. What your dream job was as a child? Veterinarian

4. How did you get into real estate? Have always been involved in one aspect or another.

5. Best kept local secret about North Padre/Port Aransas? You can buy fresh shrimp at the harbor when the shrimp boats come in.

6. Your favorite thing about Real Estate? The people, relationships and flexibility

Amy's Current Listings:

 

148 Sea Rocket, Port Aransas, TX 78373

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While we are all being affected in some way by the Coronavirus, our agents have found time to volunteer and help the Port Aransas community. Michelle Lorette has been volunteering for 10 years for various organizations. “I did meals on wheels for ten years. I took a break about 6 months ago, and am helping now with the Food Pantry because of the need. Great group of people that run the Pantry!” say Michelle. In some ways, coronavirus has brought people together, while we are all staying apart.

The Helping Hands food pantry is open for all residents of Port Aransas every Tuesday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Social distancing is being practiced and distribution of the goods is taking place outside in the parking lot behind the Presbyterian church on 113 S.…

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