Your Friends in Austin - The Friend Team - Janette & Doug Harrington

09/24/2026

✨Celebrating ICON Excellence at eXp Realty! ✨

Congratulations to Janette Friend-Harrington & Doug Harrington on being recognized as ICON Agents for August 2026! 🏆

Your dedication, leadership, and outstanding production continue to represent the excellence and impact of eXp Realty. Here’s to celebrating this achievement and the continued success ahead! 🎉

Congratulations, Janette & Doug! 👏🏡

09/15/2026

📊 AUGUST 2026 CENTRAL TEXAS HOUSING MARKET UPDATE

What’s happening across the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos area? Here’s a look at the latest numbers from Unlock MLS.

🏡 2,501 homes sold
📉 7.3% decrease in sales compared with August 2025

💰 $412,000 median home price
📉 6.4% decrease compared with August 2025

🏠 3,579 new listings
📉 7.0% decrease compared with August 2025

The market continues to shift as buyers and sellers navigate changing interest rates, affordability, and economic conditions. Understanding the numbers can help you make more informed real estate decisions.

Thinking about buying, selling, or simply curious about what the market means for your home? Let’s talk.

The Friend Team
Your legacy begins at home.

09/09/2026

Another well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations to Janette Friend-Harrington on receiving the RateMyAgent Trusted Agent badge for performance and transparency!

Trust is at the heart of every successful real estate relationship. This recognition reflects Janette’s commitment to providing clients with honest guidance, clear communication, and a dependable experience from start to finish.

We’re proud to see that commitment recognized!

🏡 Your Legacy Begins at Home.

09/09/2026

Another reason to celebrate! ⭐

Congratulations to Janette Friend-Harrington on being recognized as a RateMyAgent Price Expert for consistently meeting client price expectations!

This recognition reflects the experience, market knowledge, and commitment Janette brings to every client she serves. Helping our clients make confident real estate decisions is always the goal.

🏡 Your Legacy Begins at Home.

09/09/2026

📍 1524–1526 RR 12 CIR, SAN MARCOS, TX 78666

🔥 PRICE REDUCED! | NOW $350,000 🔥

🔑 OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!

Two adjacent cleared lots in Northwest San Marcos, conveniently located on **Bus Route #5 serving Texas State & the Outlet**. With approximately **200 feet of road frontage on Old Ranch Road 12**, this property offers exciting potential for builders, investors, or those looking to create multiple homes.

🌳 2 Cleared Lots
📐 Approx. 0.46 Acres + 0.35 Acres
🛣️ Approx. 200 Ft Road Frontage
🏘️ Current Zoning: SF-6
📍 Northwest San Marcos
📋 MLS #4951844

The current zoning allows a home at the front of each lot, plus an additional rear home approximately half the size of the front home. Buyer to verify acreage, dimensions, zoning, and permitted uses.

🔗 Property Tour: https://www.tourfactory.com/3237608

🏡🤔 Ask me about the strategy of “HOW TO BUY BEFORE YOU SELL!”

Listed by Janette Friend-Harrington of eXp Realty

📞 For a private showing, please call (512) 844-3331.

$350,000 - Contact Janette Friend-Harrington, The Friend Team, 512-844-3331 for more information.

09/09/2026

📍 1526 RR 12 CIR, SAN MARCOS, TX 78666

🏡 STILL AVAILABLE FOR SALE | $150,000

🔑 OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!

Looking for a great opportunity in San Marcos? This **0.35-acre lot** offers plenty of potential for a custom build or investment in a desirable location.

🌳 0.35 Acres
📍 Area: HS
🏗️ Great potential for custom building or investment
📋 MLS #3920469

Bring your vision and turn this blank canvas into something of your own!

🔗 Property Tour: https://www.tourfactory.com/3239006

Listed by Janette Friend-Harrington of eXp Realty

📞 For a private showing, please call (512) 844-3331.

$150,000 - Contact Janette Friend-Harrington, The Friend Team, 512-844-3331 for more information.

09/09/2026

📍 1524 RR 12 CIR, SAN MARCOS, TX 78666

🏡 STILL AVAILABLE FOR SALE | $200,000

🔑 OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!

Bring your vision to this **0.46-acre cleared lot** in San Marcos, offering an excellent opportunity to build your dream property in a convenient location.

🚌 Located on Bus Route #5 serving Texas State & the Outlet
🌳 0.46 Acres
📍 Area: HS
📋 MLS #5535256

Whether you're looking to build, invest, or create something of your own, this blank canvas is ready for its next chapter.

🔗 Property Tour: https://www.tourfactory.com/3238995

Listed by Janette Friend-Harrington of eXp Realty

📞 For a private showing, please call (512) 844-3331.

$200,000 - Contact Janette Friend-Harrington, The Friend Team, 512-844-3331 for more information.

09/09/2026

📍 19108 LADY BIRD JOHNSON ST, MANOR, TX 78653

🏡 STILL AVAILABLE FOR SALE | $275,000

Looking for comfort, convenience, and great value? This inviting single-story home features fresh interior paint, new carpeting, and a bright, open layout perfect for everyday living.

✨ 8ft glass front door
🍽️ Spacious eat-in kitchen with 42” cabinetry & granite countertops
🧑‍💻 Private study with double doors
🛏️ Primary suite with walk-in closet & ensuite bath
📍 Convenient to HEB, ShadowGlen Golf Club, Samsung, Tesla, the airport & Downtown Austin

🛏️ 3 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Bathrooms
📐 1,342 Sq Ft | 🚗 1-Car Garage
📋 MLS #5951144

🔗 Property Tour: https://www.tourfactory.com/3236104

Listed by Janette Friend-Harrington of eXp Realty

📞 For a private showing, please call (512) 844-3331.

$275,000, 3 beds, 2 baths, 1342 sq ft - Contact Janette Friend-Harrington, The Friend Team, 512-844-3331 for more information.

09/09/2026

📍 500 MAGNUM FORCE DR, JARRELL, TX 76537

🏡 STILL AVAILABLE FOR LEASE | $2,300/MONTH

Looking for more space without giving up peace and convenience? This spacious Sonterra home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,681 Sq Ft of comfortable living space.

✨ Open, bright layout
🌾 Peaceful farm & countryside views
🌳 Oversized backyard
🏊 Sonterra & Coolwater Pool access
🚗 Convenient to I-35, Georgetown, Temple & Round Rock

🛏️ 5 Bedrooms | 🛁 3 Bathrooms
📐 2,681 Sq Ft | 🚙 2-Car Garage
📋 MLS #1174839

🔗 Property Tour: https://www.tourfactory.com/3245829

Listed by Janette Friend-Harrington, eXp Realty

📞 For a private showing, call (512) 844-3331.

$2,200, 5 beds, 3 baths, 2681 sq ft - Contact Janette Friend-Harrington, The Friend Team, 512-844-3331 for more information.

09/02/2026

🏡 INVITING SINGLE-STORY HOME IN MANOR | $275,000

📍 19108 Lady Bird Johnson St, Manor, TX 78653
MLS #5951144

✨ Fresh updates, an open floor plan, and a convenient location! This bright single-story home welcomes you through a beautiful 8-foot glass front door into a spacious living area overlooking the large eat-in kitchen.

The kitchen features 42-inch cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large corner pantry. Double doors open to a dedicated study, perfect for a home office or flex space.

🛏️ 3 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Baths | 🚗 1-Car Garage
📐 1,342 Sq Ft | Built 2020
🌿 Lot: 0.116 Acres

✨ Home Highlights:
• Fresh interior paint & new carpeting
• Bright, open floor plan
• Large eat-in kitchen
• Granite countertops & stainless appliances
• Spacious primary bedroom with private bath
• Walk-in primary closet
• Dedicated study
• Convenient utility/laundry area
• Presidential Meadows Elementary nearby

📍 Conveniently located:
• 5 minutes to H-E-B
• Minutes to ShadowGlen Golf Club
• 18 minutes to Samsung Austin Semiconductor
• 25 minutes to Tesla Giga Factory & Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
• 30 minutes to Downtown Austin

💰 List Price: $275,000

🎥 Take a Property Tour:
https://www.tourfactory.com/3236104

📞 Schedule a private showing:
Janette Friend-Harrington, eXp Realty
(512) 844-3331

📩 Message us today for more information or to schedule a showing!