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Guidance from a long-time Austinite specialized in corporate relocation.
MOVING TO AUSTIN?
Location Matters.
Relocating to Austin for Tesla or SpaceX is exciting, but figuring out where to live can feel overwhelming, especially when you're unfamiliar with the area.
From Southeast Austin to Del Valle, Cedar Creek, and Bastrop, each community offers something different. Commute times, property taxes, home styles, neighborhood amenities, and access to shopping and dining can vary significantly.
As a longtime Austin resident and REALTOR® experienced in corporate relocations, I help buyers compare communities, explore new construction and resale homes, and make informed decisions, whether they're moving across Texas, across the country, or from overseas.
EXPLORE COMMUNITIES NEAR TESLA & SPACEX
Popular Areas for Relocating Professionals
From established Austin neighborhoods to newer master-planned communities along the Austin–Bastrop corridor, there are plenty of options to explore. Here are six communities and areas worth considering when relocating to Central Texas.
Easton Park | Southeast Austin
Located in Southeast Austin, Easton Park offers a mix of newer homes, neighborhood parks, trails, and community amenities. It's an option for buyers who want a master-planned community with access to Austin shopping, dining, and major employment centers.
The Colony | Bastrop
The Colony is a master-planned community in Bastrop featuring a variety of home designs, green spaces, and neighborhood amenities. Its location makes it worth exploring for buyers relocating to SpaceX's Bastrop operations. I've recently helped clients purchase a home here and can share firsthand insight into the buying process.
Silverleaf | Cedar Creek
Located along the Austin–Bastrop corridor, Silverleaf offers newer residential options in Cedar Creek. It's worth considering for buyers exploring homes between Southeast Austin and Bastrop. Having recently sold a home in Silverleaf, I bring firsthand experience with this community and its housing options.
Del Valle & Sun Chase | Southeast Austin Area
Del Valle offers housing options near Tesla's Gigafactory Texas, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, and major routes including SH 71 and SH 130. Communities such as Sun Chase and Longview provide options for buyers interested in newer homes and access to Southeast Austin.
Goodnight Ranch | Southeast Austin
Goodnight Ranch offers a mix of home styles, neighborhood parks, trails, and community amenities in Southeast Austin. It's an option for buyers who want to explore both newer construction and established residential opportunities while maintaining access to Austin.
Double Eagle Ranch | Cedar Creek
Double Eagle Ranch offers a more spacious residential setting in Cedar Creek, with larger homesites and a Central Texas feel. Its location along the Austin–Bastrop corridor makes it another community to consider when comparing housing options and commute routes.
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Helpful Relocation Resources
Planning Your Move? Start Here.
Whether you're relocating to Austin for Tesla, SpaceX, or another career opportunity, these free guides will help you get familiar with the area and navigate the homebuying process with confidence.
Austin Relocation Guide
Discover what it's like to live in Austin, Texas, including local communities, lifestyle, amenities, and helpful tips for planning your move to Central Texas.
Austin Home Buyer's Guide
Navigate the Austin homebuying process with confidence, from financing and home searches to inspections, negotiations, and closing.
Local Knowledge. Relocation Experience.
I'm Dorothy Trainer, a longtime Austin resident and REALTOR® with JBGoodwin REALTORS®. I help buyers relocating to Austin navigate everything from choosing the right community to finding a home, negotiating with builders, and coordinating the details of a move from near or far.
Through my brokerage's affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, I assist with corporate and personal relocations, both nationally and internationally.
Moving to Austin or heading somewhere else? I can help with both! And you don't need an employer-sponsored relocation package to work with me.
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