Rocky Diffendaffer, Realtor

05/02/2025

If you’re looking to get into Lake Tanglewood, this is an amazing find! Not many homes there with 3.5 acres of land! This one will wow you.

Amazing one owner, extremely well cared for home, on 3.47 acres of land!! This home has real hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless appliances, and exquisite beamwork in the living room. Huge composite deck for the back patio, perfect for entertaining. Relax on the wrap around porch and enjoy....

04/20/2025

When your client buys a new construction house, but doesn’t like the modern box mantel, and says she prefers a traditional mantel and specifically likes dental crown….then you build her a traditional mantel with dental crown! 😄

09/26/2024

Welcome to one of the premier residential + commercial neighborhoods in Amarillo. If you love having access to amenities just a stone’s throw from your home, Ridgecrest might be the perfect place to find your next (or first) home.

Need to hit the gym at the Amarillo Town Club on your way home from work? Or grab a mouth-watering burger from Buns Over Texas? Ridgecrest has everything you need in just a 3-minute drive and has better school access at every level than any Amarillo neighborhood!

RIDGECREST HOME DETAILS:

- Price Range: 200-320K
- Developed: 1960’s
- Neighborhood Schools: Ridgecrest Ele.
- Affordable starter homes
- Pay close attention to plumbing on your walkthrough
- Top-tier restaurant access
- 5-minute drive to school, tops!
- Great school park for sports, including tennis court

Ridgecrest is an incredible choice for home shoppers looking to take advantage of dropping rates to get into your first home. Walkthroughs are available TODAY, so call me, and I’ll get you in some doors in this amazing neighborhood! 📲 806.683.4771

09/24/2024

Welcome to a neighborhood that offers a restful home for residents. A quiet place in Amarillo with a rather long name, Southpark/Windsor & Estacado is a two-district neighborhood where you will find different school zoning depending on your address. But no worries—that means you have great options home shopping here!

The local elementary offers a huge neighborhood park. You'll also find bike routes and a calm and winding design that makes Windsor feel tucked away so you can enjoy a restful and safe neighborhood even in the heart of Amarillo.

WINDSOR HOME DETAILS:
- Price Range: 240-400K
- Developed: 1980’s
- Neighborhood Schools: Windsor Ele.
- Variety of home sizes and prices
- Quality craftsmanship of 80s/90s era that endures
- Easy access to all schools
- Great neighborhood for walking, biking, and sports in the park
- Double-check school zoning for your house
- Check out Jorge’s and Lazy Gator for dining!

A top choice for families, Windsor offers access to many activities without hitting the main road traffic. Don’t overlook this incredible location in Amarillo! If you spot your perfect Windsor home, I’ll gladly get you in the door for a walkthrough today. 📲806.683.4771

09/10/2024

Every now and then, a city needs to lay aside the old and usher in the new to usher in the next chapter of vibrant life for residents. The development of Hillside Terrace in the mid-2000’s was a turning point for Amarillo neighborhoods and has created a village of modern homes for the next generation of iconic West Texans.

Attractive to young families looking for newer commodities and separation from busy city culture, Hillside Terrace offers modern, move-in-ready homes that won’t require the cosmetic upgrades of other Amarillo neighborhoods. This neighborhood’s eye-popping prices are a must-see if you’re headed to Amarillo from out of state.

HILLSIDE TERRACE HOME DETAILS:

- Price Range: 270-350K
- Developed: 2000’s
- Neighborhood Schools: Hillside Ele.
- Many modern, open floor plans
- Western streets still experiencing construction
- Tight price range offers many affordable options
- Enjoy brand-new Canyon ISD schools
- Well positioned for Amarillo’s commercial growth plan

This neighborhood has come a long way in just 15 years, and the next decade of Amarillo’s growth makes Hillside Terrace an incredibly desirable neighborhood. Property value should appreciate rapidly, and this is the perfect time for investors and families who want to build real equity. If you’re ready to check out Amarillo’s top-growing neighborhoods, just call me—I’ve got some great homes ready to show to your family! 📲806.683.4771

09/05/2024

Looking for land in a promising position to appreciate as Amarillo grows?

Call me about this incredible opportunity to buy 80+ acres just off the Southwest Loop development in Amarillo. 📲806-683-4771

https://www.flexmls.com/share/AuNnc/0,-Amarillo,-TX-79119

09/03/2024

If you could live in any Amarillo neighborhood, which would you choose? It doesn’t take long looking around the winding streets of Sleepy Hollow to see why this location, for many Amarilloans, is unmatched for West Texas living.

Sleepy Hollow scores top marks in many categories for living, and if you find a house that fits your budget among this neighborhood’s wide variety of properties, you may never want to let it go!

Sleepy Hollow Home Details:

- Price Range: 350-700K
- Developed: 1980’s
- Neighborhood Schools: Sleepy Hollow Ele.
- High-quality, original builds from the 1980’s
- Mature tree growth gives a forested feel
- Best walk/bike neighborhood in Amarillo
- High variety of home size/cost
- Safe for kids with new school park
- Incredible access to restaurants, shopping

Home availability in Sleepy Hollow can sometimes be scarce, and it’s easy to see why. It truly has something for everyone and is not priced far above other Amarillo neighborhoods. I’m here to help your family find the perfect Sleepy Hollow home. Let me know when you’re ready to look at these amazing Texas homes! 📲806.683.4771

09/02/2024

Closing a real estate listing takes a team, and I want to recognize the people behind the scenes who make it possible to get homes listed, bought, and sold for our amazing neighbors in Canyon & Amarillo!

Home Inspectors
Appraisers
Mortgage Brokers/Lenders
Title Agents
Home Stagers
Photographers/Videographers
Contractors/Handymen
Marketing Specialists

If you know anyone doing an amazing job in these roles, give them a shout-out today to celebrate the great work they do. I'm thankful to all of you who have made 806 real estate a great place to work.

Special thanks to my fellow realtors who are responsive and honest and who make representing our clients a smooth experience.

I'm proud to be a member of our outstanding Panhandle Team at Distinct Real Estate. The best people in the business!

08/22/2024

Canyon’s newest neighborhoods are being developed on the NW side of town, and some truly stunning interiors are changing the feel (but not the irreplaceable soul) of this small West Texas town.

Madison Park’s pristine homes attract young residents looking for a neighborhood that will grow up with their families. Access to the newest and best-resourced elementary school in Canyon is a huge plus and makes Madison Park a great place to put down roots.

MADISON PARK HOME DETAILS:

- Typical Price Range: $330K - 550K
- Developed: 2020
- New, gently lived-in homes
- Highly-sought Spring Canyon Elementary School district
- Lot sizes may be smaller than other areas of Canyon
- High-security neighborhood design with extremely low crime rate
- Playground park in neighborhood
- Amenities quickly growing in area

Canyon neighborhoods enjoy premium outdoor access to West Texas’ largest state park, PDC, a small-town friendly feel, and easy access to Amarillo’s city amenities. Madison Park offers the freshest possible feel for those wanting all the small-town advantages of Canyon’s culture alongside the latest advancements in home design.

I’m a Canyon-native realtor and would love to lend my expertise to your family’s search for the perfect home. Call today 📲806.683.4771

08/21/2024

Can you seriously afford a starter home in Amarillo's hottest neighborhood?

First-time buyers must check out this 3/2 home under 300K, within walking distance to City View park and splash pad. It's not too good to be true–it could be yours!

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/8110-Vail-Dr-Amarillo-TX-79118/79934027_zpid/

08/21/2024

This homeowner contacted me on July 25 about some homes she wanted to see in Amarillo.

As of August 18, her house was under contract, and her move is inside a month after a 10-day turnaround from listing to contract!

Her new chapter has begun! Are you ready for yours? Shoot me a DM, and I'll walk you through the first steps to get your house listed to attract motivated buyers!

08/15/2024

Outdoor enthusiasts need to know about Texas’ nearest neighborhood to Palo Duro Canyon state park. Canyon East is a newly developed neighborhood with a strong family feel, right next door to West Texas’ no.1 outdoor scene, Palo Duro Canyon.

One of Canyon’s most desirable neighborhoods, Canyon East boasts easy access to I-75 for quick Amarillo visits and gives residents a unique feeling of ownership in this little slice of heaven that’s all your own.

CANYON EAST HOME DETAILS:
- Typical Price Range: $300K - 350K
- Developed: 2015
- Tight price range gives options for home feature preferences
- Newer neighborhood kept up well by residents
- Privacy from traffic and WTAMU
- 10+ minute commute to nearest Canyon schools
- Consider assessing disparity in CE homes built in different phases
- Lower crime rate vs. in-town
- Incredible high plains scenery

No Canyon neighborhood has better access to West Texas’ largest state park, Palo Duro Canyon. Canyon East is the perfect neighborhood for anyone looking within a fixed price range of 300-350K wanting a short commute to adventure!

You’ve found an honest realtor, and I’d love to help you find your family’s new home in Canyon East! Call today 📲806.683.4771