Search
 Request Information  |  Find me a Home  |  Register  |  Login 
Main Menu 
  
Subscribe to our News 
  
All Things Considered 
  
Home Improvement 
  
Why buy through us? 
We represent you. That is, we work for you! Most buyers today realize that to protect their best interests, they should have their own real estate agent, someone who is knowledgeable about the market and comfortable with the many details of the transaction.

Our services as your Buyer Agent cost you nothing. That's right, absolutely zero! Our compensation comes entirely from the seller. Contact us today and let us start working on your behalf.
Read More
  
Texas Monthly Magazine 

"Alice Donahue has specialized for many years in finding the perfect match between wannabe island residents and higher-end beachfront property and condominiums. Conveniently located in the recently renovated and always wonderful Radisson Resort, this valley native is one of the island's premier realtors with a knack for getting the right buyer with the right seller.."

  
South Padre Island Area Real Estate News 

Current Articles | Categories | Search | Syndication

South Padre Island Median Price Report - October 2007 Monday, October 29, 2007
728 Views :: 6 Comments :: 		South Padre Island is the market on the Texas Gulf Coast that has been hit the hardest by the downturn seen throughout the nation in real estate. Read More..
South Padre Island Is Now Preparing For The Largest Beach Recovery Project In Texas History Tuesday, October 02, 2007
880 Views :: 13 Comments :: 		A pocket of sand in the Gulf of Mexico, one of three possible offshore sand sources found by a recently completed first phase of a study sponsored by South Padre Island and its Economic Development Corporation, could yield tens of millions of cubic yards of material for Island beaches. Read More..
South Padre Island Wind Farm Monday, September 17, 2007
688 Views :: 8 Comments :: 		The Texas General Land Office is planning a 34 sq mile Wind Farm just north of South Padre Island.

Read More..
Mexican Investors Are Making Island Developments Possible Thursday, September 06, 2007
807 Views :: 4 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Economy		 Mexican investors are contributing to South Padre's new development, making it possible to complete new projects during the current natioonal housing slump. Read More..
South Padre Island in Top 10 Sand-Castle Contests Thursday, August 23, 2007
778 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 Traveling pros known as “Masters of Sand” create museum-worthy sculptures during Sand Castle Days in October. Read More..
South Padre Island Median Sale Price History Friday, August 10, 2007
673 Views :: 0 Comments :: 		South Padre Island real estate market has experienced a steady median sale price throughout the last three years. Read More..
730 Acres on South Padre Island Sold at Auction Wednesday, July 25, 2007
1906 Views :: 27 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Investment		 730 acres of land on the north-end of South Padre Island was sold at a live auction on Tuesday, July 24th in Corpus Christi. Read More..
South Padre Island Listed in Top City and Beach Guides Thursday, July 19, 2007
808 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 SPI Makes Condé Nast Traveler Ultimate Worldwide Island Beach Finder and cosmopolitan.com 100 Hot Cities. Read More..
Some South Padre Island Brokers Hesitant to Adapt Tuesday, July 17, 2007
843 Views :: 7 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Economy		 A few local brokers are resisting discounted service options in apparent violation of NAR policies. Read More..
South Padre Island 700 Acre Land Auction Friday, July 13, 2007
1007 Views :: 11 Comments :: 		Unimproved land in South Padre Island, Texas is being sold at a live auction on Tuesday, July 24th in Corpus Christi. Read More..
Nature Conservancy Donates Nature Preserve on South Padre Wednesday, July 04, 2007
519 Views :: 2 Comments :: 		The Northern tip of the Island's Preserve will be protected through transfer of land to Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. Willacy county still has hopes for new ferry service there...
 Read More..
South Padre Island Beach Vendor Ordinance Wednesday, June 27, 2007
529 Views :: 1 Comments :: 		The new beach vendor ordinance is a work in progress and properly regulated, provides an enhanced beach experience for people. Read More..
Interest On South Padre Island On The Rise Tuesday, June 12, 2007
1254 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Investment, Economy, Second Homes		 An increase of out of state interest by investors is contributing to the latest changes in South Padre. Read More..
SPI Birding Center Will Not Affect Beach Nourishment Tuesday, June 12, 2007
451 Views :: 1 Comments :: 		A $6 million World Birding Center project undertaken by the Economic Development Corporation will not affect beach nourishment, South Padre Island officials said this week. Read More..
Coastal Communities will see $25 million allotted to Texas beaches Tuesday, June 05, 2007
458 Views :: 1 Comments :: 		This kind of investment in the coast is worthwhile, saving both public infrastructure and tax base from slipping away into the Gulf. Read More..
Paging - Page: 2 of 8
Previous Page | Next Page
  
Texas Gulf Coast News 
Highlights of Texas' 1st Second-Home Expo with Buyer Advice
Developers make big splash at the Houston Woodlands Marriott Expo as they tout amazing new Real Estate Products on the Texas Gulf Coast from Galveston to Mustang Island to South Padre Island.
Remarkable Developments on Texas Coast Defy Housing Downturn
The Texas Coast has several new skyscraper high-rises and two-view oceanfront developments bordering nature preserves that are selling well despite the national housing woes.
Texas Coastal Property a Shore Thang
Not since the radio broadcasts of Eddie Chiles has Texas needed a spokesman to combat the National Press Corps.
New 1031 IRS guidelines for vacation homeowners
The IRS has new guidelines on vacation homes to qualify for a 1031 exchange, a popular tax method used by Texas baby boomers to save money buying second homes. The Popularity of 1031s Surged with the Market Decline.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency Publishes Manual Dedicated to Coastal Construction
Read about the New Principles and Practices of Planning, Siting, Designing, Constructing, and Maintaining Residential Buildings in Coastal Areas (FEMA 55)
Retirees discover the advantages of the Texas Gulf Coast
Growing numbers of retirees are discovering the advantages of retirement living on the Texas Gulf Coast. Texas does not tax income, pensions or retirement benefits.
Real Estate Center Predicts Bright Texas Outlook
A home in Texas is one-fourth that of a house in California and Texas is the fastest-growing state in the country says Jim Gaines, research economist with the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University.
Hottest Real Estate Markets Revealed
You don’t have to be a real estate professional to find a great deal on a home; you just need to know your market. Learn How.
Texas Gulf Coast Real Estate Market Trends Exposed

Now you can explore the trends in our marketplace and find out what's so HOT about the real estate market on the Texas coast and why we lead the nation in almost every statistic for coastal property.

Population Growth and Economic Strength Fuel Texas Real Estate Market
The Texas Gulf Coast real estate market prices have increased steadily even in what is considered by many to be a year in which we had a national real estate downturn.
Page: 1 2
  
Top Real Estate News gathered from all over the Internet 
MSNBC Real Estate Mortgage mess front page  09 May 2008
CNNMoney RealEstate 10 fast-growing real estate markets  09 May 2008
CNNMoney RealEstate 10 homes for sale in hot markets  09 May 2008
Wall Street Journal Property Mogul Poised to Fall Again  09 May 2008
Wall Street Journal For Mortgages Underwater, Help Swims In  09 May 2008
Wall Street Journal Mortgage Firms Cool to Principal-Cut Plan  09 May 2008
CNNMoney RealEstate House OKs controversial housing plan  08 May 2008
MSNBC Real Estate House OKs housing rescue despite veto threat  08 May 2008
MSNBC Real Estate Mortgage rates edge down slightly  08 May 2008
TexasRealEstate Como pagar su préstamo más rápidamente   08 May 2008
TexasRealEstate More Texas homeowners see value in green  07 May 2008
Paging: 1
  
Videos 
VideosSee our new video library at alicedonahue.com/videos.aspx
  
Real Estate Library 
  
Realty Times News 
  
Contact Alice Donahue Real Estate South Padre Island Texas 

realtorsm.gif Radisson.JPGOur office is located in the lobby of the Radisson Resort - Please come by and see us.
We are open 9am-5pm Monday-Saturday, 1pm-5pm Sunday email:sales@alicedonahue.com
Contact us toll free:(800)716-6861  tel:(956)761-7560  fax:(956)761-7569 Sitemap
500 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, United States, 78597

South Padre Island's Most Popular Real Estate Broker!