Best In Texas Real Estate™: San Marcos-New Braunfels

The San Marcos-New Braunfels MSA continues to be a dynamic market. The Dallas Fed reports an impressive 5.2% job growth rate for the MSA, significantly outpacing the state average, driven by strong healthcare and manufacturing sectors (https://www.dallasfed.org/research/indicators/august-13-2026-smnb-job-report). This robust demand, coupled with continued population migration, creates substantial pressure on housing. Yet, new construction permits present a complex picture: Hays County saw a deceleration in Q2 2026, while Comal County experienced a modest increase, according to Texas A&M TRERC. How do these uneven supply responses and rising construction costs influence the future of housing accessibility in San Marcos-New Braunfels, especially when compared to the consistent permit growth observed in Williamson County's more developed areas during the same period? View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/linkedin/groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC Chair & CEO, ALEX +1 713.591.9902 · [email protected]