Developers have filed plans for two 30-story apartment towers on Rio Grande Street in West Campus, replacing low-rise buildings and adding 431 units near UT Austin.

Realtor.com’s new analysis shows Indianapolis, Kansas City and several Texas metros top the list for homeowner departures, driven by affordability and fresh inventory.

State filings show an $88.5M student‑housing project at 420 North St. will replace two affordable complexes and push the McLain into the permitting pipeline. The plan has divided residents and city leaders.

After Prop Q failed, Foundation Communities is still opening Norman Commons and planning Burleson Studios — nonprofit-led projects that expand affordable housing in Austin.

Two developments in Dove Springs — Sycamores and Willows Crossing — broke ground this week, promising about 110 affordable rentals and homeownership units with long-term affordability. Move-ins are slated for 2027.

A $3 million retail pad on State Highway 29 will add a Denny’s to Liberty Hill’s fast‑growing commercial corridor, with construction slated for early 2026.

A Shield‑Ayres Foundation affiliate contracted to buy the Fitzhugh Road property, effectively halting plans for a 5,000‑seat Rockingwall Ranch venue near Dripping Springs.

Downtown Round Rock is set to transform with The Depot Townhomes and Monarch on Main Townhomes, aligning with the city's 2030 plan for 1,000 new housing units near Main Street.

The completion of Dam 101 near Round Rock is expected to offer major flood relief for local residents, potentially lowering insurance rates and redefining the FEMA floodplain status.

The Onion Creek Trail, funded by Buda Bonds, opens in Buda, Texas, offering a 1.5-mile path for walking, jogging, and cycling near the Buda Amphitheater and City Park.

The Colony Park Development has started in Austin, with plans for 3,000 homes, office spaces, retail areas, and a health center, aimed at enhancing community life and affordability.

Realtor.com has moved its headquarters from Santa Clara, California, to Austin, Texas, highlighting the state's growing role in the business landscape.

Ekos City Heights, a new housing development for residents 55 and over, opens in South Austin with 179 income-restricted units, some for seniors and others for homeless transitions, featuring supportive services and accessibility features.