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Houston Housing Market Up Again!

Sandcastle Homes — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:01:55 +0000

There is great news for the Houston housing market as we soon approach a new year. November 2011 marks the sixth consecutive month for an increase in home sales in the Houston-area.

According to Carlos Bujosa, Chariman of the Houston Association of Realtors,: The November report contains a lot of positive data that suggests the Houston real estate market is wrapping up 2011 on solid footing.

With the consecutive positive statistics of the Houston-area Real Estate market, it is looks as though 2012 should be a very promising year.

HAR MLS Update for November 2011

October 2011: Fifth Consecutive Month of Positive Home Sales in Houston

Sandcastle Homes — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:39:19 +0000

Real Estate in Houston continues to show enduring growth!

According to the Houston Association of Realtors, October 2011 marks the 5th consecutive month of positive home sales in Houston. Along with positive home sales, the average cost for a single family home rose 1.1% compared to last October, marking the highest level for an October in Houston history.

HAR also reported that Houston’s 6.6 months inventory of single-family homes is the lowest level since April 2010 and compares favorably to the national average of 8.5 months.

The positive news is encouraging for Houstonians. With mortgage rates at their all time low and a stable Real Estate market, many are finding it the perfect time to purchase a home.

http://www.harconnect.com/2011/11/16/october-marks-the-houston-areas-fifth-consecutive-month-of-positive-home-sales/

30-year mortgage rate falls to record low 3.94 percent

Sandcastle Homes — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:31:01 +0000

If you are in the market to buy a new home in the near future, or even need to refinance your home. The time is now.

The Associated Press reported: The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 3.94 percent this week, the lowest rate ever. For those who can qualify, it’s an extraordinary opportunity to buy or refinance

In addition to the 30-year fixed mortgage rate, the average rate on a 15-year fixed loan dropped to a record low of 3.26 percent.

These record low mortgage rates make this an ideal time to purchase or refinance your home. If you need to refinance your home and get a lower rate, you pay less interest on your loan and in turn will have more money to spend.

For those who have been unsure about purchasing a home, this could be the vital factor to relieve any uncertainty.

Visit us on our website: www.SandcastleHouston.com

Buyer Incentive On New Homes Inside-The-Loop!

Sandcastle Homes — Wed, 18 May 2011 18:24:15 +0000

Sandcastle Homes is offering a generous incentive package on three of our completed homes! Two of the homes, 1511 W 14^th St and 1426A Nashua, are located in one of Houston’s most sought out areas: The Heights! The other home is located in the gated community of Timbergrove Gardens. All three homes are centrally located inside-the-loop and are minutes from downtown, Memorial Park, Washington Ave., and much more!

1511 W 14^th St, $279,900. Our Coronado plan has a huge kitchen that overlooks the dining room and the private breakfast area. This home also has a gated garden in front of the home!

1426A Nashua, $289,900. The Barcelona floor plan has been a top seller of Sandcastle Homes for years! This floor plan has a beautiful fireplace, a breakfast area surrounded by bay windows, and an over-sized Master suite.

1733 West T.C. Jester, $289,900. The open Florence floor plan is great for entertaining. Through the kitchen is direct access to the backyard- a great place to outdoor cooking. This home also has a very large game room upstairs.

If you purchase one of the homes, you will receive a $10,000 buyer incentive!

Use this money towards your closing costs, upgrades, appliances, blinds, window treatments, an audio package, or even a flat screen television!

Please contact us if you have any questions about our new, limited time offer:
-Mike Salomon, President: (713) 298-9489 mrsalomon@sbcglobal.net

Visit our website to learn more about Sandcastle Homes: www.SandcastleHouston.com

New Construction on Dian St

Sandcastle Homes — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 19:21:35 +0000

Sandcastle Homes recently began construction on Dian St. We will be building 7 of our most popular floorplans! This street is private, yet still in a great central location. The Heights is an ideal location if you are looking to live inside the loop. You are minutes from Houston’s most popular restaurants, Memorial Park, Washington Ave, and surrounded by the unique charm the surrounding area has to offer.

The sooner the home is purchased, the more finishes you get to personally choose! These homes will be complete in August and September.

1512 Dian St- Monte Carlo; JUST LISTED! MLS: 55100186

1514 Dian St- Barcelona; JUST LISTED! MLS: 81134517

1516 Dian St- Geneva

1518 Dian St- Monte Carlo

1520 Dian St- Florence

1522 Dian St- Barcelona

1524 Dian St- Athens

Sandcastle Homes Introduces the Garden Homes on Feagan St.

Sandcastle Homes — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 21:25:02 +0000

Sandcastle Homes is proud to announce that we have begun construction in Rice Military on Feagan St. Rice Military is in the heart of Houston! Not only are inside the loop, but you are minutes from Memorial Park and Washington Ave., what more could you ask for!

This gated community will feature 5 two-story freestanding homes and 5 freestanding three-story homes. Every home will have a two car garage and full driveway, something that seems to be hard to come across in Rice Military- no more having to worry about parking!

One of our two-story plans, the Geneva, sold before any of these homes were listed! Congratulations to the owners! Eight of these homes will be complete in June, and the last two in July. Moving to the Rice Military area seems like a great way to start the summer!

We are excited to announce that we have listed our first home of this development in MLS! The Vienna is our newest 3-story plan, the large island kitchen and living area is spacious and ideal for entertaining. This plan has one secondary bedroom on the first floor and the other one the third floor with the Master Suite.

One of our two-story plans, the Geneva, sold before any of these homes were listed! Congratulations to the new owners!

Garden Homes on Feagan

2-story plans
5309A, Barcelona, $394,900
5309B, Geneva, SOLD
5309C, Monte Carlo, $374,900
5390D, Barcelona, $374,900
5390E, Athens, $389,900

3-story plan
5311A, Vienna, $369,900
5311B, Vienna, $349,900, MLS: 77210793
5311C, Vienna, $349,900
5311D, Vienna, $349,900
5311E, Vienna, 369,900

Now is the Time to Buy!

Sandcastle Homes — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 15:22:54 +0000

It has been a continued debate for quite some time, but most would agree that the time to buy a home is now! Not only can you find a great deal on a new home, but mortgage rates have been at their all time low, with low rates and affordable prices- what is there to wait for? The market is in favor of the buyer and it’s up to you to take advantage of the current market conditions.

Check out MSN’s 10 Reason to Buy a Home Now.

Sandcastle Homes has only 3 homes left in our gated community, Timbergrove Gardens! We also have completed homes located in the Heights! Our homes are selling fast, if you are interested in learning more about our available inventory please visit our website: www.sandcastlehouston.com

Record Low Mortgage Rates!

Sandcastle Homes — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:01:07 +0000

According to CNNMoney, 30-year mortgage rates are at their all time low since 1971. The most commonly used loan is a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage- which is now only 4.4%. It is incredibly rare for a 30-year mortgage rate to be below 5% when just a year ago it was 5.29%. Not only has the 30-year mortgage rate declined, but a 15-year fixed-rate along with adjustable mortgage rates has also fallen. A 15-year fixed-rate has been surveyed to be lower than it’s been since the survey began in 1991—at 3.92%.

These record low rates make now a perfect time to purchase a home. Low mortgage rates make for an undeniably positive position for those who are ready to buy a home.

Save even more by taking advantage of Sandcastle Homes’ August Buyer Incentive, there are less than two weeks left to save up to $10,000!

Visit http://www.sandcastlehouston.com/ for more details!

Single-Family Home Sales—Still on the Rise!

Sandcastle Homes — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 18:13:18 +0000

The Houston Association of Realtors reported that the month of May was the third consecutive month of positive growth in single-family home sales. Houston neighborhoods have continued to rapidly grow; HAR stated that sales rose 19.1% compared to May 2009.

Sandcastle Homes has always been proud to cater to the needs of home buyers by offering luxury homes at affordable prices. There are only four homes left in our gated community off of West T.C. Jester, Timbergrove Gardens! Timbergrove Gardens is an ideal location if you are looking for a quiet, scenic community, as it is located just one block from the beautiful White Oak Hike and Bike Trail. Sandcastle Homes also has homes available in the Heights! The Heights has become one of Houston’s most desired inner-loop neighborhoods to live in, partly for its ideal central location, and also for the unique character the neighborhood offers to residents.

To view our homes, stop by one of our open houses this weekend!

Timbergrove Gardens

1725 West T.C. Jester

Saturday, 12:00 pm-6:00 pm

Sunday, 1:00 pm- 6:00 pm

Heights

1416 Prince

Saturday, 12:00 pm-6:00 pm

Sunday, 1:00 pm- 6:00 pm

To find out more about the homes available, please visit www.SandcastleHouston.com.

Houston Chronicle: New Job and Home Sales Data Signal Houston Economy is Stabilizing

Sandcastle Homes — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 21:19:16 +0000

The Houston Chronicle reported Friday that new job and real estate data seem to indicate the Houston economy is starting to stabilize.

The article says area employers added more jobs than they cut for three consecutive months, according to data released Friday by the Texas Workforce Commission.

There’s encouraging news in real estate too: November home sales shot up close to the level they were before the recession took hold.

The article states, “After bottoming out in the summer, the Houston-area economy is showing signs of stability.

Area employers added more jobs than they cut for three consecutive months, according to data released Friday by the Texas Workforce Commission, leading some economic observers to point toward a better 2010.

‘It won’t come back overnight,’ said University of Houston economics professor Barton Smith. He added that while he has been predicting better times for 2010, his outlook has brightened considerably during the past six weeks.”

To read the full article on the Houston Chronicle’s website, please click here.