Kim Christman Realtor

06/10/2026

Dripping Springs Independent School District just officially approved the name and mascot for the highly anticipated second high school opening on Darden Hill Road. Find out the details here:

Dripping Springs ISD’s second high school will be named Driftwood Springs High School.

06/08/2026

Só Pelé! The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off 11 June, and Sotheby's New York has one of football's most-coveted artifacts: Pelé's match-worn number 10 shirt from the 1958 World Cup Final. At just 17, he scored twice in that decisive match, becoming the youngest player ever to score in a World Cup Final — a record that still stands. Estimated at over $6 million, the jersey headlines The Beautiful Game sale on 16 July.

06/06/2026

A testament to the enduring demand for the extraordinary.

In April, the Sotheby's International Realty network successfully negotiated some of the world's most distinctive residences. From iconic waterfronts in Florida to the lush landscapes of Oregon, we are proud to offer our clients a gateway to the world’s most coveted markets.

05/27/2026

🎨 Color plays a major role in how buyers experience a home, and the latest feature from Sotheby's International Realty’s “Color Chart” series highlights lilac as a rising tone in luxury interiors. This soft, sophisticated shade is being used to create calm, elegant spaces that feel both modern and timeless. Intentional design and subtle color choices can significantly influence perception, emotion, and overall buyer connection in a listing.

Read the full article here: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/color-chart-the-joys-of-lilac-in-the-home/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage, service, and dedication will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

📊 The Ones in the Know.
Austin's spring market is giving buyers more breathing room — 13,428 active listings and 102 total days to close reflect a more measured pace than we've seen in recent years. Notably, the luxury segment is actually closing faster than the overall market, and Dripping Springs logged the quickest turnaround in the entire Austin area at just 84 total days.

05/22/2026

The Arrow Hill Estate | Iconic Luxury Compound in Purchase

Symbolically built for the founding family of Purchase, the iconic "Arrow Hill" estate is a 41+ acre masterfully renovated compound positioned within easy reach of Manhattan. The 14,000+ square foot main house is complemented by two guest residences, a multi-purpose hangar, and a pool house. The grounds feature exquisite gardens, cascading waterfalls, a resort-sized pool, a tennis court, an indoor sports court, and a gym, offering an unparalleled blend of history, luxury, and privacy.

2525 Purchase Street, Purchase, New York, 10577
Available for $30,000,000
See more here 🔗 https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/detail/180-l-732-myl5ff/2525-purchase-street-purchase-ny-10577

Listed by Louis Katsoris with Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty

View this luxury home located at 2525 Purchase Street Purchase, New York, United States. Sotheby's International Realty gives you detailed information on real estate listings in Purchase, New York, United States.

05/21/2026

Dripping Springs Community Library is bringing books, technology, STEM programs, story times, and more directly into the community with its new Library on Wheels 📚🚐 Serving residents across Hays County, the mobile library expands access to resources and programming while the library continues fundraising efforts for a larger future facility. It’s exciting to see continued investment in education, outreach, and community connection across the Hill Country!

Hays County residents now have increased access to library programming as the Dripping Springs Community Library unveils a new Library on Wheels.

05/19/2026

Luxury kitchen design is shifting, with high-end homes moving away from traditional fully fitted layouts toward more flexible, furniture-like spaces. As highlighted in Sotheby’s “Extraordinary Living” series, today’s kitchens are being designed to feel more curated and lifestyle-focused, blending function with elevated design. This trend speaks directly to how buyers now evaluate space, flow, and overall home value—especially in the luxury market where kitchens remain a central selling feature.

🔗 https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/its-time-to-set-your-fitted-kitchen-free/

05/15/2026

Big news for Dripping Springs shoppers! Plans for the highly anticipated Target at Highway 290 are moving forward with some major new updates.

Hooray for Tarjay.