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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
As a full-time NW Austin TX Realtor®, I provide hands-on professional guidance serving residential home buyers and sellers. I have systems in place & references.. call me at 512-750-6899.
Cell: 512-750-6899
Office: dillard@reloaustin.com
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Donna Harris
Austin TX real estate changes everyday.Whether you're buying or selling, I'll be with you every step of the way! Austin, Lakeway, BeeCave, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Barton Creek & everywhere in between.
Office: (512) 592-7127
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
The May Active Rain challenge was so fun because we were able to view so many members’ gardens and the array of flowers from all over the country!       Nostalgia set in and I started taking a trip down memory lane looking at photos of flowers I grew outside and flowers I’d received. I love white roses and my Geno always made sure on our anniversary and my birthday I could indulge in the beauty and fragrance of my favorites! Thank you for all the explosion of blooms you made sure I could enjoy!“The earth laughs in flowers.”    Ralph Waldo Emerson“Flowers…. are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty, outvalues all the utilities of the world.   Ralph Waldo Emerson
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Yesterday was a busy day! I got up early to make sure I watched Beautiful Beckett swim at 8:06 am in the free style relay! Hudson followed in about 15 minutes in his freestyle relay and then 45 minutes later they each swam in another event! I always enjoy watching them swim! Their dad started out taking his turn as a stroke judge. It’s great to see them have fun with their age group team members and participate in a good community, summer league program. Their next events weren’t going to be for a while and I had to get to an inspection for my buyers and then on to see my sellers on a new listing coming on this week.It was a busy, but gratifying Saturday to combine watching the grands swim and being with family and getting work activities accomplished!                   “Love life. Enga...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
The Driskill Hotel has been a landmark in Austin since 1886, making it the oldest operating hotel in the city. It’s a historic setting entrenched in timeless charm. The hotel is located in a prime location downtown off 6th street, close to exploring Austin’s entertainment district. Its only 10 minutes by foot to historic attractions like the Texas State Capital Building and Congress Avenue Bridge (to see the bats).You know you are in Austin when you walk through the doors...it’s Austin’s culture and has “seen history in the making.” So many legendary tales (including Samantha the ghost) and no one better to tell them than the famous mixologist, David Highfill, but unfortunately in 2019 he died suddenly in a car accident. He had been creating signature elixirs since February 1982 in The ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
  Latest news on the Canyon Creek Real Estate market in May 2023….What you need to know now…..What it means for you…..♦ Canyon Creek real estate in May 2023 saw an increase in Home Sales of 350% from May 2022! ♦ Days on market in May were up 33% compared to the year before but down slightly from April. ♦ Home prices increased slightly month-over month, and decreased year-over-year by 23%. ♦ The list to sell ratio was 99% in May.♦ Inventory continues to be a challenge.  Canyon Creek HOUSING MARKET HIGHLIGHTS: May 2023My takeaway for May is we are seeing stabilization in home values. Canyon Creek sales is giving us solid data on what the market is supporting, which is giving buyers confidence.However, many home buyers remain frustrated by higher interest rates, rising home prices, and eco...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).    They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
    This lovely Canyon Creek home is now closed and was Listed by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker Realty. I represented my sellers when they built this David Weekley home in 2005. They picked out the lot, backing to the dedicated green belt on one of the most coveted streets in Canyon Creek. They needed the 4,426 SF, 6 bedrooms, 4 bath home with their growing family of 4 children and immediately built a spectacular pool/spa/waterfall, a true back yard paradise. I’ve always loved the welcoming front porch elevation with white stone columns, brick accents, exterior shutters and professional landscaping with brick trimmed sidewalks. Of course, the 3-car tandem garage is a real plus! The family room is a wall of 2 story windows and overlooks the most incredible setting! I could go on and on...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Daniel Johnston settled in ATX in the 1980’s about the time I moved here. He liked the Bat City so much after traveling through the city as a part of a traveling carnival; he decided to make it his home. I remember his lo-fi, homemade-sounding music and one of his most famous songs, “True Love Will Find You In the End.” Daniel, may your beautiful music live on forever.              Daniel inspired countless people to check in on their loved ones with a quick, “Hi, how are you?” He was a singer, songwriter, an artist, and a friend to all. Daniel was a talented visual artist and invented many cartoon characters but “Jeremiah the Innocent,” a cartoon character that looked like a frog-like creature was one of his most remembered. Jeremiah starred in one of Austin’s most well know murals, al...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
What an informative morning at the “Thinker’s and Doers” Symposium held at the Austin Board of Realtors, sponsored by Austin PT50. I'm so glad I was offered the opportunity to attend.It’s so important to keep up and stay connected with 3 vital areas in Austin: Our Airport Overview and Expansion, Austin Transit and Austin Water conservation. It was exciting to hear such knowledgeable speakers present on these 3 topics that are at the forefront of all our minds. Tracy Thompson, Chief Officer- Administrative and external Affairs spoke on the Journey with AUS ~ Airport Overview and Expansion and was a fountain of knowledge! I learned so much history and can see how far we've come and yet to go.        The “Our Airport Overview” is a fluid moving project, always being examined with many addi...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Expect downtown Austin to be busy this Memorial Week-end as the Annual Ascension Seaton CapTex Triathlon returns this year! We are expecting over 2300 triathletes from across 26 states and 4 countries to converge in our capital city to participate on Memorial Day in the Triathlon!            This one of a kind event blends the scenic splendor of Lady Bird Lake with the exhilarating thrill of a triathlon! The Tri features a swim course in Lady Bird Lake, a bike ride through downtown Austin, and a run course around the picturesque Auditorium Shores. What a great way to start the summer off in Austin!On Sunday, May 28th there will be a Health and Fitness Expo at the Palmer Events Center. It’s free and open to the public.There will be multiple divisions and distances depending on abilities....
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
My past clients I’ve worked with over the years with several transactions decided they wanted to sell their gorgeous home off market. I represented them when they built this David Weekley home in 2005, at 10200 Tularosa Pass. They picked out the lot, backing to the dedicated green belt on one of the most coveted streets in Canyon Creek. It’s 4,426 SF, 6 bedrooms, 4 bath home and they have a spectacular pool/spa/waterfall, a true back yard paradise.             I’ve always loved the welcoming front porch elevation with white stone columns, brick accents, exterior shutters and professional landscaping with brick trimmed sidewalks. Of course, the 3-car tandem garage is a real plus! The family room is a wall of 2 story windows and overlooks the most incredible setting! I could go on and on,...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).      They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each d...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Just Closed 10234 Matoca Way in Canyon Creek today.  Listed by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker.In your home search are you looking for:♦ A two story with an open floorplan?♦ A quiet tree lined street?♦ Hardwood flooring?♦ The primary bedroom down?You’re Too Late for this one but I’m sure I could find you a similar one!   This home didn’t disappoint buyers out looking for homes in Canyon Creek! They loved the sensible layout, wood flooring and soothing neutral pallet.   Many remarked how the family room, kitchen and dining spaces easily blended, creating an inviting space for gatherings with family and friends.   Buyers were looking for a downstairs spacious primary bedroom. They especially liked how this one is tucked away for privacy and opens to a luxurious bath with double vanities, s...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
It’s the last week of school and the new Safety Patrol group has been chosen! Starting on Monday they began their training so next year they will be in place to take over. Beautiful Beckett is so proud to be chosen and was thrilled several of her best friends were too. It means getting up earlier to be at school but she is excited and knows it just goes with the position.                       “Action springs not from thought, but from a readiness for responsibility.”  Dietrich Bonhoeffer                                
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
This week-end with so many sports events going on Beautiful Beckett took her jewelry making kit to Hudson’s soccer game, later in the afternoon. She was set up for business and sitting under the shade of her chair, she was happy to do something quieter, chill until the game was over.You never know what you might find siblings doing on the sidelines of the games. If there are some of her friends around they all make bracelets! This time it was just her, sitting on the sidelines, which was perfectly fine.                                    “Be happy in the moment, that’s enough. Each moment is all we need, not more,”   Mother Teresa  “Children have neither a past nor a future. Thus they enjoy the present, which seldom happens to us.”  Jean de La Bruyere
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
We are back from our weekend of fun in San Diego, celebrating yet another college graduate in the family! It was nice to be out of Austin and enjoy family, fun and especially some time with my son and daughter. This is my daughters last of three children who graduated from college! My son has two (Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett), so will be awhile before we have 2 more college graduations. Years have a way of speeding by and many times it’s moments like these that call to me to remind me of how truly blessed I am.           “Endings and beginnings – there are no such things. There are only middles.”  Robert Frost "Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
This week-end was a sports filled week-end for Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett. Hudson’s (#37) Lone Star soccer team made it to the tournament so they played 8 am and 2 pm on Saturday and 8 am this Sunday morning. Hudson missed the swim meet (can’t be in 2 places at once). Beckett swam in the swim meet and was still able to make the Hudson’s afternoon match. Hudson’s team didn’t win but they played hard and played well. Giving it your best shot is so important! There is always another day, another game!“Do you know my favorite part of the game is? The opportunity to play!”   Mike Singletary     
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
The end of school in Austin is right around the corner (next week Thursday May 26th is the last day at Doss Elementary for Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett).                      Starting the end of this week school days are jam-packed with extra activities and countless interruptions The weather is warming up and the anticipation of summer camps and family vacations means previously calm children (if there really are any) turn into feral cats!Hudson and Beckett were so excited with “field day” yesterday at the school. The parents worked hard to recreate an old fashion day filled with 100-yard dash races, shot put, basketball throwing contests, long jump, three legged races, all the old fashion favorites that are so much fun! So glad they had lots of parents volunteering and the ki...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
TOO LATE! Just Closed 10604 Marbury Court in Canyon Creek today.  Listed by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker.In your home search are you looking for:♦ A two story with an open floorplan?♦ A cul-de-sac-lot?♦ A 3-car garage?♦ A home in the prestigious RISD?You’re Too Late for this one but I’m sure I could find you a similar one!    Buyers loved this quiet, tree covered, cul-de-sac lot, backing to a lush greenbelt and of course the 3-car garage. They listened when they heard this home was gorgeous and qualified as a "dream alert home" and made appointments immediately!   Agents and buyers were wowed with the extensive tile and wood flooring, along with interior stonework, and numerous other custom touches throughout. Who doesn’t love wide-open spaces bringing in the natural rays of sun, espe...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).      They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each d...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).  They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day. ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Monday night I was invited to hear Lewis Capaldi in Concert at the Moody Amphitheater in Austin! A perfect night, cooler, a gentle breeze blowing, listening to great music while sipping cool cocktails in the VIP section in Adirondack chairs with friends and colleagues; courtesy of Independence Title. The night was epic! I enjoy the Scottish singer-songwriter from Whiteburn, a town in West Lothian. Lewis learned to play the drums and guitar when he was just two years old. He started singing at the pubs when he was nine and by 17 he made the decision to pursue a full-time career in music and was discovered by his manager through his SoundCloud account.Lewis Capaldi is currently on tour in the US and is feeling the love from his audiences! His concert at the Moody Amphitheater was amazing!...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
April was an incredible month, who said real estate is slow! Our NW Coldwell Banker office crushed it with an incredible 28 agents eligible for the April Million Dollar Club by listing, writing business or closing sales of 1 million or more! We are adapting to the shift in the market of longer days on market, lower list prices, and increased inventory (although not by much).  It’s exciting to see everyone's hard work in servicing their clients is paying off.   Our office wrote 69 contracts for a volume of $45.8M, with an average sales price of $663,000. We took 45 listings for a total of $40M, with an average sales price of $754,000. We closed 44 contracts for $27.3M with an average sold price of $662,000 plus 27 leases closed! April was a busy month!!!I love working in an office where ...
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