Happy New Year from Brockway Realty

The New Year marks a new beginning; new people to meet, new adventures to enjoy and new memories to create.
Wishing you the Happiest New Year ever!

   

~~ Happy New Year 2015 from Brockway Realty, LLC. ~~

A Friendly Reminder: Area public school students return to classes on Tuesday, January 6, 2015

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

League City Business: V-12 Sports & Fitness

Located at 3383 FM 518 East, Suite 200 in League City, TX (next to Tiger’s Den Martial Arts), V-12 opened mid- 2014.  V-12 offers a non-intimidating, family friendly atmosphere where every one of all fitness levels is encouraged to set and achieve his/her own personal goals for 2015 and beyond.   The gym offers a wide variety of equipment including:   cardio , punching bags, speed bags, Cross Fit rig, weight machines and free weights.  Staffed with knowledgeable, experienced, and certified trainers, they offer private training as well as group classes including cardio kickboxing, TRX, Power Hour, and Boot camp sessions.

For those looking for something different, V-12 Sports and Fitness offers a full size Boxing Ring and MMA cage along with classes for beginner level boxing, MMA, and Junior MMA.

To get you started on your fitness goals, V-12 is offering for a limited time – 1^st month for only $12.  There is no long term contract, no registration /signing fee, and no cancellation fee.   Please call V-12 or stop by for details:  V-12 Sports & Fitness, phone 281-957-9442, follow on Facebook, www.v12sportsandfitness.com

Special Note:  Official Grand Opening Celebration – This Saturday January 3^rd, 2015.  Come check out V-12 Sports & Fitness for yourself.   Bring the kids!!  There will be a Bounce House, Climbing Wall, vendors, and lots of fun and information for the whole family—I’m going!

(Note:  images supplied by Omar Hillail, reprinted with permission)

Cindy Dudley is a licensed agent with Brockway Realty, LLC a residential brokerage operating in the League City, Friendswood and Houston areas with 15 agents.  Cindy lives in the Lakes of South Shore Harbour along with her husband Chris and their two children.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Lakes of South Shore Harbour - Home Sales Update Through November 30th of 2014

Home prices in the Lakes climbed this year averaging around $92, up from $86.4 at this point last year, or an increase of a little over 6.5% on the sq. ft.

Other sales information as reported by the Houston Association of Realtors:
There were 86 closed sales through November 30, 2014, ranging in adjusted sales price from $165,000 to $557,000 with an average of $250,000 ($92/sq. ft). (These values include 2 homes that were sold under foreclosure/auction.)

For this same period last year, there were 106 closed sales, ranging in adjusted sales price of $143,000 to $500,000 with an average of $220,000 ($86.4/sq. ft).  (Please note that the 2013 sales price and price/sq.ft  do  not include one home that was damaged by fire.)

While the sales prices went up on average $30,000 (13.8%) from last year, the cumulative days on the market went down from an average of 63 days last year to a brisk 39 days this year.   These numbers indicate that we are still in a strong Seller’s Market.

Currently there are 12 active listings in the neighborhood and 1 pending sale.

Happy Holidays!

Cindy Dudley is a licensed agent with Brockway Realty, LLC a residential brokerage operating in the League City, Friendswood and Houston areas with 15 agents.  Cindy lives in the Lakes of South Shore Harbour along with her husband Chris and their two children.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Brockway Realty Welcomes Cindy Dudley!

Brockway Realty is proud to welcome Cindy Dudley, an experienced Realtor in the Clear Lake area, to the company.

Cindy was born and raised in rural York, SC. After graduating from Furman University with a degree in Biology, she went on to work in the Chemical Industry for several years.

Through her work as a Chemist and Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Cindy developed a strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of working with contracts. However, it is her deep sense of integrity, commitment to excellence, and passion for people that have formed the foundation for her career success as a REALTOR®.

Cindy knows first-hand the challenges of relocating a family from out of state. She also understands that a home is much more than a building sitting on a piece of land. Rather, it is often an extension of the family, itself, where lives are lived and memories made.

Cindy has lived in the Clear Lake area of Texas since 2008. She currently lives in League City along with her husband Chris, their two children, and multiple pets. When not working, she can usually be found either court-side or poolside cheering on her kids. She is a member of The Watershed United Methodist Church in League City and active with the local charity Friends of League City Animal Shelter.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

New League City Businesses Receive Operating Permits in November

League City’s Economic Development department has released the names of the eight (8) new businesses that have received operations permits during the month of November, 2014. Those businesses and their locations are listed below:

• High Point Storage –5600 FM 646
• Redi Clinic – 2755 E. League City Pkwy (Hwy 96)
• Luigi’s Pizza & Pasta – 210 S. Hwy 3 Suite C
• Red Oak Café – 6011 W. Main, Suite #106
• Bay Area Dental Center – 6011 W. Main, Suite #101
• A Cut Above Consulting – 1314 FM 646, Suite #101
• Highpoint Storage Bay Colony – 5600 FM 646
• Security National Mortgage – 3027 Marina Bay Drive

For more information about commercial/retail development in League City, visit the League City Economic Development website.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty, LLC

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Holiday Greetings from Brockway Realty, LLC

May your holidays glitter with unforgettable moments
of happiness, laughter, and good cheer.

     

~~ Holiday Greetings from Brockway Realty, LLC. ~~

A Friendly Reminder:
Clear Creek, Dickinson, Friendswood, and Texas City Independent School Districts
Will be on Holiday Break from
Monday, December 22, 2014 through Monday, January 5, 2015

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

League City Police Department Promotes Cell Phone App

The League City (Texas) Police Department (LCPD) is promoting a new way for citizens to stay connected via a free cell phone app. The LCPD is using the "MyPD" application to give residents better service and communications.

According to League City's recent announcement, "The MyPD app allows you to ask questions, send tips, follow the latest Facebook and Twitter feeds, commend an officer, submit feedback, and find important Department contact information. Push notifications inform you of timely, relevant information. Options include the ability to retrieve information from FEMA, the National Weather Service, and the National Terror Advisory System. Our citizens will also have immediate access to link for wanted persons, sex offenders, crime maps, and surveys."

The free MyPD app is available for both iPhone and Android phones and is free of advertisements. Finding this app is as simple as doing an app search for "My Police Department" or "MyPD" in the iPhone or Android markets. Once the app is downloaded, residents will need to search for the League City Police Department and select that option.

The app's features will allow residents to submit tips, ask questions, and more from the drop-down menu. This app should not be used during any type of emergency situation. '911' should be called in an emergency situation or needed response.

With the grand opening of League City's high tech Public Safety Building in January 2015, the League City Police Department is finding new ways to utilize technology to keep in touch with citizens.  More information can be found on the League City website.

By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

New League City Businesses Receive Operating Permits in October

League City’s Economic Development department reported three (3) new businesses have received operations permits during the month of October. Those new businesses and their locations are listed below:

• First Choice Emergency Room – 3016 Marina Bay
• Pollo Tropical Restaurant – 3170 South Gulf Freeway
• Check N Go – 803 West Main Street

For more information about retail development in League City, visit the League City Economic Development website.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty, LLC

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Multiple Holiday Events to Be Held at League City’s Butler Longhorn Museum

DECEMBER 11 –Tunes For the Holidays More with “The King”.

DECEMBER 18 - Holiday Evening with Hector Bisio and David Mitchell

DECEMBER 20 –Santa’s Wonderland

Santa and his friends will be visiting Butler Longhorn Museum on Saturday, December 20, from 10:30 am until 3 pm. The following activities will be held: 10:30 am, Christmas Story in the Theater; 11 am, Coloring Contest; 11 am to 12 pm, Meet the Chic-fil-A Mascot and enjoy snacks; 12 Noon, Santa arrives via the Wells Fargo Stagecoach. Free Event. Butler Longhorn Museum is located in League City at 1220 Coryell Street. Their website can be found at www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com .

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the Brockway calendar for events/activities in your city.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Special Events Planned in El Lago on December 11th & 12th

The City of El Lago invites residents to attend “Caroling in the Park” on Friday, December 12, from 6pm to 8pm at McNair Memorial Park, located at 418 Lakeshore Drive.

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the Brockway calendar for events/activities in your city.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Dickinson Rotary Hosts Annual Christmas Parade on December 11th

The Dickinson Rotary Club will be sponsoring the Annual Dickinson Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 7 pm. This year’s theme will be “Frozen” (from the Disney Movie). Current Dickinson Rotary President, Brandy Liss, will serve as the Parade Marshall.

Local residents should be aware of the parade route and times for traffic tie-ups. The route will begin at Shrine of the True Cross Church, 300 FM 517 East, head east on FM 517 turning south on to Hwy 3, ending at the Dickinson City Hall Complex, 4403 Hwy 3. Parade participants will begin lining up at 6 pm.

The celebration continues at the Dickinson City Hall Complex, immediately following the parade. Children may visit with Santa Claus in the lobby; holiday music and refreshments will be available.

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the Brockway calendar for events/activities in your city.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Whispering Lakes Ranch Report-Home Sales Update through November of 2014

Home prices in our neighborhood are holding steady at $119 per foot, up from $113 at this point last year, or an increase of a little over 5%.  It was at this time last year that prices started to climb from around $111 per foot and they haven’t looked back, continuing on their steady rise.

Other sales information as reported by the Houston Association of Realtors
There were 21 sales through November, 2014, ranging in price from $440,000 to $740,000 with a median of $550,000 ($119 per foot).

2014’s sales through November are slightly down from 2013’s volume, with 2013 leading by 2 sales, at 23.  In 2013, the sales price range was fairly similar at $435,000 to $775,000 with a median of $555,000, although as mentioned above, they were trailed in price per foot at $113 per foot.

Currently there are four active listings in the neighborhood, one of which has gone under contract.

Happy Holidays!

James and Penny Brockway are the owners of  Brockway Realty, LLC a residential brokerage operating in the League City, Friendswood and Houston areas with 15 agents.  James and his wife Penny, also a realtor, live in Whispering Lakes Ranch.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Friendswood Celebrates the Holidays - 7th Annual Santa in the Park, December 13th

The City of Friendswood will hold their Home for the Holidays events and 7^th Annual Santa in the Park, Saturday, December 13, at Stevenson Park, 1100 South Friendswood Drive, from 3pm to 8pm.

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the Brockway calendar for events/activities in your city.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Pearland 33rd Annual Hometown Christmas Parade, December 6th

The City of Pearland will hold their 33^rd Annual Hometown Christmas Parade – a Parade of Trees on Saturday, December 6^th, at 6pm.

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the Brockway calendar for events/activities in your city.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Celebrate the Holidays in Kemah during “Jingle on the Boardwalk”

Take a look at all the activities planned in Kemah at the Boardwalk, 609 Bradford, for the Annual Jingle on the Boardwalk. Check out the Boardwalk calendar to find the fun your family will like to attend throughout the month.

Brockway Realty, LLC maintains a Community Calendar on our website; check the calendar for events/activities coming to our community.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog