Higher Mortgage Rates in 2026: Is Now Still a Good Time to Buy a Home?
Mortgage rates are back in the headlines, and many prospective homebuyers are asking the same question: Should I buy a home with mortgage rates this high, or should I wait? Higher borrowing costs deserve consideration, but a mortgage rate in a national headline doesn’t tell the whole story. Today’s housing market also offers something buyers […]
GROUNDBREAKING FOR BRISCOE KING PAVILION UPGRADE SET
I am pleased to announce that the contract has been signed and the Notice to Proceed has been given to begin construction on the unnamed new Event Center and the upgrade of Briscoe King Pavilion. The groundbreaking is set for Tuesday, September 8th, at 10:30 a.m., and YOU are invited. Please come out and celebrate […]
Padre Island Housing Report August 2026
The August 2026 Padre Island housing market reflects a period of adjustment as the busy summer season comes to an end. While median prices and closed sales declined compared with August 2025, active listings also moved lower, and the market continues to provide opportunities for both buyers and sellers who approach current conditions with realistic […]
NUECES COUNTY IS IN THE BEST FINANCIAL SHAPE IN DECADES
THANKS TO THE LEADERSHIP OF COUNTY JUDGE CONNIE SCOTT AND THE COMMISSIONERS COURT Nueces County currently has more in reserves than ever. The county has done this while maintaining a lower tax rate than it had 15 years ago. Much of this should be credited to the fiscally responsible leadership of Nueces County Judge Connie […]
Corpus Christi Housing Market Shows Resilience as Summer Winds Down
As summer begins to wind down and Corpus Christi heads toward Labor Day, buyers and sellers are asking many of the same questions. Is the Corpus Christi housing market improving? Are home prices falling? Is this becoming a buyer’s market? Should buyers purchase a home now or wait? And what might the final months of […]
Padre Island Housing Report July 2026
The July 2026 housing numbers offer several encouraging signs for the Padre Island real estate market as we move through the second half of the year. Home prices posted a strong year-over-year increase, closed sales improved, active listings declined, and months of inventory moved lower compared with July 2025. Together, these figures point toward improving […]
Water Update: Building a More Reliable Water Future for Corpus Christi
Water remains one of the most important challenges facing our city. That is why I have remained focused on building a stronger, more reliable long-term water supply for Corpus Christi. Recent rainfall has provided welcome relief, and our combined reservoir levels now stand at approximately 15%. This has delayed our Level 1 Water Emergency from […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – MARCH 2026
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for March 2026. The March 2026 housing report for Padre Island paints a steady and encouraging picture. The median home price came in at $401,734, up 5.7 percent from this time last year, which shows continued growth without things getting out […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING MARKET REPORT – JANUARY 2026
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for January 2026. The new year kicked off with a steady pulse in the Padre Island housing market. January’s numbers show a market that’s adjusting, finding its rhythm, and creating real opportunities for both buyers and sellers. The median home price […]
Tourism-Ready: Preparing Padre Island for a Strong 2026 Season
As we enter 2026, the island and the greater Corpus Christi area are gearing up for another successful tourism season, with several city efforts focused on enhancing the visitor experience while supporting local businesses and residents alike. With Spring Break and summer on the horizon, the City proactively launches beach maintenance, park improvements, and business-friendly […]