Sun City Texas Community Wide Open HousesSaturday June 21, 2025Rugg Realty will be there!Call Blaine Brownlow for details 512-635-5118.Your next home could be right here! 06/20/2025

ActiveRain’s Point Store Challenge has us dreaming big,1,000,000 imaginary points equals $100,000 real dollars to donate however we choose. Whether it’s passion projects, community causes, or personal dreams, anything goes. For my second point-spending adventure, I’m riding high with a cause close to my heart, and one that involves some very special four-legged therapists.Let me re-introduce you to the incredible ROCK – Ride On Center for Kids in Georgetown, Texas. For over 26 years, this incredible nonprofit has been changing lives through the healing power of horses. ROCK serves children, adults, and veterans with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges through equine-assisted services that build strength, confidence, and independence, one ride at a time.Now here’s where it gets... 06/14/2025

Text VersionMay 2025 Results See online at www.SunCity https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   May-25 May-24   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $255,000 $276,000 -7.6% High $800,000 $1,400,000 -42.9% Average $418,041 $451,354 -7.4% Median $394,750 $414,500 -4.8% Units Sold 46 48 -4.2% Days on Market 57 64 -10.9%           May YTD 25 May YTD 24   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $245,000 $250,000 -2.0% High $849,000 $1,400,000 -39.4% Average $418,207 $438,871 -4.7% Median $386,500 $414,000 -6.6% Units Sold 170 195 -12.8% Days on Market 60 71 -15.5% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS June2, 2025 Month of May 2025 – 46 units sold was a respectable volume but still 4.2% behind las year’s 48 units closed. Average Sale Pr... 06/02/2025

For over 26 years, ROCK – Ride On Center for Kids in Georgetown, TX has been transforming lives, one ride at a time. This incredible nonprofit uses the healing power of horses to help children and adults gain independence, strength, and confidence. At ROCK, the journey isn’t just physical, it’s mental, emotional, and spiritual. And it’s nothing short of inspiring. My amazing friend and travel buddy, Laurie West, is one of the dedicated volunteers, known lovingly as ROCKateers, who give their time and heart to make magic happen. Laurie serves as a horse handler, and let me tell you, she’s all in! After completing extensive coursework and interning, she now volunteers on a flexible schedule that lets her spend quality time with her beloved horses and the kids and adults who ride them. Rig... 05/31/2025

Text Version Sun City Texas Real Estate Report© & Home Sales SummaryMarch 2025 Results See online at www.SunCity https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   March-25 March-24   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $255,000 $250,000 2.0% High $720,000 $677,500 6.3% Average $388,839 $429,483 -9.5% Median $352,500 $424,250 -16.9% Units Sold 31 42 -26.2% Days on Market 50 96 -47.9%           March YTD 25 March YTD 24   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $245,000 $250,000 -2.0% High $739,615 $765,000 -3.3% Average $412,283 $433,306 -4.9% Median $375,000 $410,000 -8.5% Units Sold 87 110 -20.9% Days on Market 62 81 -23.5% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS April 4, 2025 Month of March 2025 – Unit sales of 31 was 26.2% behind last ye... 04/07/2025

Pet parents in Brushy Creek have something to wag about! The highly regarded Dallas-based veterinary clinic chain, CityVet, has officially opened its doors in Round Rock, taking over the space formerly occupied by Hollywood Feed. Since its grand opening on December 16, this full-service pet care center has been the talk of the town!Whether your furry friend needs a routine check-up, urgent medical attention, dental care, or even surgery, CityVet has you covered. But that’s not all—they also offer grooming, bathing, and an in-house pharmacy to make pet care convenient and stress-free.With a reputation for compassionate care and top-notch services, CityVet is quickly becoming a go-to for local pet owners. Have you checked them out yet?📍 Location: 7401 O'Connor Dr., Round Rock🌐 Website: ww... 02/02/2025

Rugg Realty just completed the purchase ofYou Tube Channel"Living Large in Sun City Texas 55 Plus"  We are eager to let everyone know that Rugg Realty is now the owner of a popular You Tube Channel......."Living Large in Sun City Texas 55 Plus"Scan QR code above or click on following linkhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCymbhh87The back story on this one is actually straightforward.  Rugg Realty had an agent, Jaye Allen who is passionate about developing a You Tube Channel to enhance her real estate efforts here in Sun City Texas.  Jaye worked for nearly a year to learn what worked and didn't work, develop original content with meaning & purpose, and have some fun along the way.Due to circumstances beyond her vision, Jaye needed to return to Arizona to be near family and close her Sun C... 01/25/2025

Sun City Texas Real Estate Report November 2025by Rugg Realty Text VersionNovember 2024 Results See online at www.SunCity https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   November-24 November-23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $254,000 $270,000 -5.9% High $685,000 $735,000 -6.8% Average $402,897 $417,891 -3.6% Median $370,000 $380,000 -2.6% Units Sold 32 33 -3.0% Days on Market 77 60 28.3%           Nov YTD 24 Nov YTD 23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $245,000 $267,500 -8.4% High $1,400,000 $985,000 42.1% Average $431,825 $437,556 -1.3% Median $395,000 $400,000 -1.3% Units Sold 460 392 17.3% Days on Market 65 60 8.3% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS December 3, 2024 Month of Nov.– 32 units sold is one less than prio... 12/04/2024

How much are Sun City Texas HOA fees in 2025?For a complete explanation of the 2025 Sun City Texas HOA dues, especially the Cottage & Garden homes call Brian Rugg 512-818-6700 at Rugg Realty . 11/30/2024

Text Version  Sun City Texas Real Estate Report© & Home Sales SummaryJuly 2024 Results See online at https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   July-24 July-23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $275,000 $279,500 -1.61% High $595,000 $830,000 -28.31% Average $376,869 $431,946 -12.75% Median $343,500 $410,000 -16.22% Units Sold 54 35 54% Days on Market 51 55 -7.3%           July YTD 24 July YTD 23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $250,000 $272,500 -8.3% High $1,400,000 $830,000 68.7% Average $424,526 $443,321 -4.2% Median $392,000 $406,000 -3.4% Units Sold 291 243 19.8% Days on Market 64 61 4.9% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS Aug. 2, 2024 Month of July 2024 – As predicted, we had an exceptional month of unit sales... 08/03/2024

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Sun City Texas Real Estate Report April 2024TEXT VERSION  Sun City Texas Real Estate Report© & Home Sales SummaryApril 2024 Results See online at https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   April-24 April-23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $274,000 $285,000 -3.9% High $715,000 $798,980 -10.5% Average $441,702 $458,158 -3.6% Median $415,000 $417,500 -0.6% Units Sold 36 40 -10.0% Days on Market 54 57 -5.3%           April YTD 24 April YTD 23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $250,000 $285,000 -12.3% High $765,000 $798,980 -4.3% Average $435,376 $455,206 -4.4% Median $414,500 $415,500 -0.2% Units Sold 146 124 17.7% Days on Market 74 61 21.3% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS May 3, 2024 Month of April 2024 – Unit sale... 05/04/2024

Open Letter From Rugg Realty on theNAR Settlement 4/28/24Text VersionOpen Letter to Rugg Realty Clients Regarding NAR ChangesApril 28, 2024 Greetings from Rugg Realty:By now you have likely heard the National Association of Realtors reached a settlement of a lawsuit about how REALTORS® conduct business, namely how commissions are earned. The settlement has not yet been finalized by the courts, but we anticipate that will occur this summer.For Buyers - Changes mandated by the settlement stipulate that buyer agents are forbidden to show a home for sale in the MLS to a prospective buyer unless they have a written buyer representation agreement with that person(s) before the showing. The State of Texas has had Buyer Representation documents available for many years and Rugg Realty preferred... 04/28/2024

Sun City Texas Market Report & Home Sales Summary Feb. 2024February 2024 Results See online at www.SunCity https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   February-24 February-23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $264,500 $315,000 -16.0% High $765,000 $759,000 0.8% Average $431,659 $466,327 -7.4% Median $387,500 $417,500 -7.2% Units Sold 41 30 36.7% Days on Market 67 54 24.1%           Feb YTD 24 Feb YTD 23   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $264,500 $304,000 -13.0% High $765,000 $770,000 -0.6% Average $434,557 $470,271 -7.6% Median $400,000 $425,000 -5.9% Units Sold 67 47 42.6% Days on Market 73 55 32.7% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS March 2, 2024 Month of Jan. 2024 – Units sales of 41 are 11 more than last year’s 30... 03/02/2024

New YouTube Channel"Living large In Sun City Texas 55+" Rugg Realty and one of its agents , Jaye Allen, have been working diligently to launch a new YouTube channel  Living Large in Sun City Texas 55+ Give us a look, subscribe if you can, and let us know how we can do better.  Brian Rugg,  Brian@RuggRealty.com,  512-818-6700.  02/19/2024

Sun City Texas Real Estate ReportDec 2023 by Rugg RealtyText VersionDecember 2023 Results See online at www.SunCity https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   December-23 December-22   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $252,500 $295,250 -14.5% High $750,000 $690,000 8.7% Average $435,383 $438,669 -0.7% Median $427,500 $417,000 2.5% Units Sold 30 27 11.1% Days on Market 65 48 35.4%           Dec YTD 23 Dec YTD 22   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $252,500 $250,000 1.0% High $985,000 $869,990 13.2% Average $437,402 $476,542 -8.2% Median $401,500 $450,000 -10.8% Units Sold 422 469 -10.0% Days on Market 60 17 252.9% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS December 3, 2023 Highlights for Month of Dec. Unit volume is up more than... 01/03/2024

Check out the brand new 2024 Sun City Texas Video Tourfrom Rugg Realty!Like what you see?Give us a call and schedule your own personal tour now. Call Brian Rugg 512-818-6700 or Brian@RuggRealty.comYou won't be disappointed!  01/02/2024

I feel incredibly fortunate to have reconnected with some longtime friends and expanded my social circle to include their friends, which has truly broadened my horizons. Recently, a few of us stumbled upon a charming independent hotel and bar in Round Rock, conveniently close to Austin. This hidden gem, known as the Ruby Hotel and Bar; promises a unique experience with excellent service and hospitality, nestled along the picturesque Brushy Creek just 25 minutes away from me. What an unbelievable find!During a spontaneous gathering this week, a member of our group surprised us all by purchasing nine Santa hats and suggesting a meet-up at a delightful boutique for some fun shopping. Our festive escapade leads us to make an impromptu visit to a friend who owns a hair salon. With Santa hats... 12/23/2023

How much are Sun City Texas HOA fees in 2024? Every home owner will pay $1675 per roof top in 2024.  Homes on Lawn Maintenance  Plans will have an additional fee for exterior lawn care dependent on the neighborhood. Check with Rugg Realty to verify your neighborhood rate.  Other fees are are outlined on the graphic below and on the Sun City Texas web site. Other questions about Sun City Texas?  Give Rugg Realty a call and let us help get you the real answers you are are looking for.  512-818-6700 or Brian@RuggRealty.com 12/11/2023

What a journey it has been for my seller as she navigated the complexities of selling her mother's home in Avery Ranch. I sold their home years ago in Canyon Creek as they relocated to VA. Her mom lived in Avery Ranch and the challenges began when I first met with them last February, recognizing that listing the house while her mother was still living there would be a formidable task. Advising them to create a will promptly due to her mother's failing health, the situation took a turn for the worse when she passed away in March after a prolonged battle with cancer.Despite having consulted with an attorney before her death, the document crafted was not sufficient for selling the home. The urgency to open title immediately became apparent, and as expected, the existing document fell short... 12/05/2023