2. College Station is one of only two cities in the country with nationally accredited departments in parks, public works, water, police and police communications
3. College Station is ranked No. 5 nationally and on Forbes list of the Best Small Places for Business and Careers.
4. There is plenty of space for outdoor recreation! College Station has 52 public parks that cover over 1,400 acres.
5. Because of low crime rates, low property tax rates, and a highly ranked school system, Kiplinger’s has ranked College Station among the nation’s 10 Great Cities to Raise Your Kids.
6. Ranked #4 by USAA as one of the Best Cities for Military Retirement.
7. According to Foreclosure-Response.org, College Station has the lowest foreclosure rate in the U.S.
8. Bryan and College Station have no shortage of dining and entertainment options! A stop at Downtown Uncorked at First Friday in Bryan should be on your B/CS bucket list.
9. College Station is home to the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum which has over 125,000 visitors annually.
10. Most importantly, College Station is growing! In February 2013, 125 units were sold. In February 2015 202 units were sold! For more market data, please see the graph below!
photo source: flickr user bryanfire2
source: grow.cstx.gov
- In 2014, Units Sold spiked to 275 in March and peaked at 403 in April. The earlier in the season you list your home, the more of an advantage you have in the market.
- At this point in time, it is a seller’s market meaning the demand for homes in college station is high and the supply is limited. In February 2015, there were 414 New Listings Taken compared to 401 in February 2014. In March 2014, New listings spiked to 457.
- Because the demand for homes is so high, the number of days houses are on the market is steadily declining. In February 2014 the Average Number of Days on the Market was 122 and in February 2015 that number was 103. That is over two weeks shorter.
