Find Your Dream Home in Laredo, TX

🏡 Home Buying 101: Your Complete Guide to Buying a Home in Laredo, TX

Buying a home is a major milestone, whether it’s your first purchase or you’ve done it before. At Texas Elite Realty Group, we believe that the more informed you are, the more empowered your decisions will be. Below is a full guide to help you understand the process, avoid common pitfalls, and make confident moves.

🔑 Step One: Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage

Before you start browsing homes or scheduling showings, your first move should be getting pre-approved by a trusted loan officer.

Here’s why it matters:

  • ✅ Know Your Budget – Understand what you can afford based on your income and credit.

  • ✅ Stronger Offers – Sellers take pre-approved buyers seriously.

  • ✅ Faster Closing – You’ve already started the loan process, which shortens your timeline.

  • ✅ Avoid Surprises – Discover any issues (like credit problems) before they derail your offer.

📌 Note: Pre-approval is not the same as pre-qualification. Pre-approval involves a deeper financial check and carries more weight with sellers.

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🧭 Why Work with a Realtor®?

Some buyers wonder if they need a Realtor, and the answer is absolutely yes. A professional real estate agent offers guidance, protection, and expertise throughout every stage of the process.

Here’s how your agent supports you:

  • 🔍 Finds Properties – Access to the most up-to-date listings and off-market opportunities.

  • 📝 Handles Paperwork – Offers, counteroffers, contingencies, and timelines.  We manage it all.

  • 🤝 Negotiates on Your Behalf – We fight for fair pricing, repairs, and terms.

  • 🛡️ Protects Your Interests – We look out for red flags and walk you through inspections and appraisals.

Having an experienced agent on your side is like having a guide, advocate, and contract specialist, all in one.

🗺️ Step-by-Step: The Home Buying Process

  1. Get Pre-Approved
    Start your journey with a clear understanding of your budget.

  2. Meet with a Local Realtor
    Define your goals, must-haves, and preferences.

  3. Start the Home Search
    Tour properties, compare neighborhoods, and refine your wishlist.

  4. Submit an Offer
    We’ll help you craft a strong offer and negotiate on your behalf.

  5. Schedule Inspections & Appraisal
    Make sure the home is in good shape and the value matches the price.

  6. Secure Final Loan Approval
    Your lender completes underwriting and clears the loan for closing.

  7. Close the Deal
    Sign your documents and get your keys!

🧠 Real Estate Tips for Buyers

  • Don't skip the pre-approval. It’s the key to shopping smart and negotiating with power.

  • Be realistic about your budget. Consider not just price, but taxes, insurance, utilities, and HOA fees.

  • Think long-term. Your needs today might not be the same five years from now, choose a home that can grow with you.

  • Don't go it alone. Buying a home involves contracts, timelines, and financial commitments. Having a professional on your team makes the difference.

📍 Local Knowledge = Better Decisions

Our team knows the Laredo market.  From new subdivisions and school districts to zoning, flood zones, and builder reputations. We help you make informed decisions based on facts, not guesswork.

🏁 Ready to Begin?

No pressure. No guesswork. Just a local team committed to guiding you from day one, with honesty, care, and elite service.

 

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Newest Laredo Homes for Sale

$69,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 20263988 MLS
Cozy home on corner lot in great location! 2 bedrooms/1 bath home, property sits on a large corner lot and offers plenty of space for more improvements. Wood ramp in the back for easy entrance and a modified shower. Great investment opportunity! Call today!

802 Fresno St., Zapata

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Ana Ochoa & Co
$230,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2010985 MLS
Welcome to 7202 Rosada Way! This well-maintained single-story home is situated on a desirable corner lot and features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The open-concept floor plan provides a functional flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite offers a private bathroom and walk-in closet. Additional features include a dedicated laundry area, attached two-car garage, solar panels and backyard space with plenty of possibilities. Conveniently located with easy access to major highways, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. Schedule your showing today!

7202 Rosada Way, San Antonio

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Anika Schweiger (anikarealty1@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Connect Realty.com.
$82,000
2010983 MLS
Beautiful half-acre lot in the desirable Rocky Creek Ranch community, ready for your dream home! With no rear neighbors, this property offers added privacy and plenty of space to create your ideal Hill Country retreat. Rocky Creek Ranch offers great neighborhood amenities including a community pool, park, playground, pavilion, BBQ pits, sand volleyball court, and more. Enjoy a convenient Hill Country location near Canyon Lake, the Guadalupe River, Whitewater Amphitheater, historic Fischer, Wimberley, and Blanco, with shopping and dining in Bulverde and New Braunfels within easy reach. Approximately 45 minutes to San Antonio International Airport and about an hour to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Come walk the property and see the possibilities for yourself. Bring your plans and start dreaming about what you could build here!

251 Colt Dylan St, Canyon Lake

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Chelsea Evans (chelseaevansrealtor@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Real Broker, LLC.
$165,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2010981 MLS
Investors opportunity in a great location! Near major highways, Military bases, shopping, and dining. Stop by and see this affordable 1 story 3b/2b today!

4107 Mistflower Dr, Converse

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Christopher Valero (admin@thevaleroteam.com) from Listing Office: Real Broker, LLC.
$69,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2010973 MLS
Located approximately five blocks from downtown Carrizo Springs, this 77' x 104' lot includes a three-bedroom, one-bath wood-frame and masonry structure with a metal roof and slab foundation. The building has previously served as a residence, church, and hardware store and now requires considerable repairs. A buyer may choose to renovate the existing structure or clear the site for future residential or possible commercial use, subject to applicable zoning and restrictions. The property offers good visibility along Fifth Street, city water, and an existing septic system. Conveniently located three blocks from Carrizo Springs Elementary and less than five minutes from Dimmit Regional Hospital, H-E-B, Carrizo Springs Intermediate School, and Carrizo Springs High School. Property is priced with the condition of the structure in mind. Investors welcome.

601 N 5th St, Carrizo Springs

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Gene Evans (gde1975@aol.com) from Listing Office: eXp Realty.
$229,900
2010970 MLS
Escape the congestion and enjoy the privacy of 3.12 wooded acres in the gated Cowboy Crossing community! This beautiful property offers a peaceful country setting surrounded by mature trees, with plenty of room to create your own private retreat. Enjoy the space and tranquility of acreage living while maintaining convenient access to Old Pleasanton Rd, Loop 1604, San Antonio and Pleasanton. Located in Pleasanton ISD. A wonderful opportunity for buyers looking for privacy, room to spread out and a quieter lifestyle without being completely disconnected from city conveniences. Private financing available to those who qualify. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding building restrictions, deed restrictions, utilities, and suitability of the property for buyer's intended use.

1510 Spur Rdg, San Antonio

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Arianne Villanueva (arianne@thelistingqueen.net) from Listing Office: Teifke Real Estate.
$550,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2010969 MLS
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 FROM 12-3 BOTH DAYS. Welcome to 9831 Kremmen Place, a beautifully designed Highland Homes one-story home in the prestigious, gated community of Balcones Creek in Boerne, Texas. Offering 2,468 square feet, this inviting home features an open and functional floor plan with 4 bedrooms, a dedicated office, and spacious living and entertaining areas. The heart of the home is the bright, open-concept living space, where the living room, dining area, and kitchen flow seamlessly together. The kitchen offers abundant white cabinetry, granite countertops, a large center island with seating, stainless steel appliances, and a stylish backsplash. Large windows bring in plenty of natural light, while the layout makes the home ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The private primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with a spacious bathroom featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and generous storage. A dedicated office offers the perfect space for working from home, studying, or creating a flexible bonus space. Built with four sides of brick, this well-maintained home also includes a tankless water heater, sprinkler system, and a covered back patio overlooking the private backyard. Residents of Balcones Creek enjoy exceptional community amenities, including a gated entrance, resort-style pool, clubhouse, park and playground, jogging trails, and sports court. Located within the highly regarded Boerne ISD, this home offers access to outstanding schools while providing the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and major roadways.

9831 Kremmen, Boerne

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Erika Chapa (erika.chapa@att.net) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Heritage.
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2010968 MLS
Investment opportunity in Horseshoe Bay! This 1,998 sq ft new construction home is being sold in its current unfinished stage, giving an investor, builder, or buyer the opportunity to complete the remaining work and customize the final finishes. Located on a 0.275-acre lot near Lake LBJ and Horseshoe Bay Resort, the home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a designated office, and a functional single-story layout. Much of the construction is already complete. Remaining items include kitchen cabinetry and bathroom vanities, countertops, appliances, final electrical and plumbing fixtures, garage door, driveway, landscaping, and completion of the exterior stone. The exterior design consists primarily of stucco with approximately 20% stone accents. The property is priced to reflect its current unfinished condition and offers excellent potential for a fix-and-finish investment, rental, resale, or personal Hill Country retreat near Lake LBJ. 909 Sharp Rock, featuring the same floor plan with a different exterior design, is also available. Purchase individually or explore the opportunity to acquire both properties.

911 Sharp Rock, Horseshoe Bay

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Andrew Cuzman (acuzman@kw.com) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Heritage.
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2010967 MLS
Investor opportunity in Horseshoe Bay! This 1,998 sq ft new construction home is being offered in its current unfinished stage, providing an excellent opportunity for an investor, builder, or buyer looking to complete the property and add their own finishing touches. Situated on a 0.275-acre lot near Lake LBJ and Horseshoe Bay Resort, the home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a designated office, and a thoughtfully designed single-story floor plan. A substantial portion of the construction has already been completed, with remaining work including kitchen cabinetry and bathroom vanities, countertops, appliances, final electrical and plumbing fixtures, garage door, driveway, landscaping, and completion of the exterior stone. The exterior is designed primarily with stucco and approximately 20% stone. Priced with the unfinished condition in mind, this property offers strong potential for investors looking to complete and resell, hold as a rental, or create a Hill Country getaway near Lake LBJ. 911 Sharp Rock, featuring the same floor plan with a different exterior design, is also available, creating an opportunity to purchase one or both properties.

909 Sharp Rock, Horseshoe Bay

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Andrew Cuzman (acuzman@kw.com) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Heritage.
$450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2010966 MLS
Welcome to 903 Deep Shadows, a nearly completed new construction home in Horseshoe Bay offering 2,098 sq ft of thoughtfully designed single-story living on a spacious 0.532-acre lot. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a designated office, and a 21' x 21'6" garage, providing a functional and comfortable layout for both everyday living and entertaining. With construction substantially complete, only appliances and landscaping remain, allowing the future homeowner to enjoy the benefits of a new construction home without the lengthy building process. The generous half-acre lot provides additional space and privacy while still being conveniently located near Lake LBJ and Horseshoe Bay Resort. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or second home in the Texas Hill Country, 903 Deep Shadows offers a great combination of space, location, and new construction living. Come see what Horseshoe Bay has to offer!

903 Deep Shadows, Horseshoe Bay

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Andrew Cuzman (acuzman@kw.com) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Heritage.
$663,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2010965 MLS
Located on a cul-de-sac that backs up to holes 3, 4, & 5 of the famous TPC Golf Course and a short 1.4 mile walk from the main entrance to the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, this thoughtfully designed one-story floorplan strikes the ideal balance between open-concept entertaining and private, quiet retreats. As you enter the foyer through the eight-foot designer wood and glass double-doors, past the private front office and media room prime for movie night and gaming, your eyes are drawn to the heart of the home, an expansive great room that flows seamlessly through the jaw-dropping gourmet island kitchen and dining area into a generous living room anchored with a fireplace and a wall of windows framing the extended covered patio/deck with breathtaking views. The secluded, over-sized primary suite features similar inspiring views, a sprawling spa-inspired bathroom with elegant fixtures and a massive closet. For ultimate convenience, the closet offers private access to the laundry room. The guest suite positioned for maximum privacy at the front of the home, boasts a private bathroom with a large walk-in tile shower. The remaining bedrooms are tucked away in their own wing on the opposite side of the home, sharing a well-appointed, dual-access bathroom. Set on an elevated, beautifully manicured lot, the extended covered patio and deck is the premier spot for sipping morning coffee while overlooking the horizon or hosting a Independence Day BBQ with the city's fireworks visible for miles. This home is as functional as it is beautiful, featuring a tankless water heater for endless hot water and energy efficiency. Peace of mind comes standard with a sophisticated network of exterior cameras, while a custom outdoor lighting package professionally illuminates the front of the home, highlighting its stunning architectural lines and curb appeal long after the sun sets. Residents enjoy access to the Cibolo Canyons state-of-the-art amenities, including a sparkling lazy river, a fully equipped gym, sports courts and a network of scenic jogging trails. A property that strikes this particular balance of elegance and utility is unlikely to remain unattached for long!

24723 Para Siempre, San Antonio

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Pete Montalvo (petemontalvorealtor@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Legacy.
$279,999
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2010963 MLS
Hill Country charm, beautiful views, and versatile living await at 115 Village Dr! This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath rock home offers a wonderful blend of character, comfort, and scenic surroundings. Step inside to an open living and dining area anchored by a striking rock fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming focal point. Oversized windows fill the space with natural light while showcasing the picturesque, long-range Hill Country views beyond. Adding to the home's versatility are two bonus rooms, offering endless possibilities for a home office, second living area, fitness space, hobby room, or whatever best complements your lifestyle. Additional space beneath the rear of the home provides convenient storage and potential for future use. Outside, mature trees and the elevated setting create a peaceful Hill Country atmosphere, while the location keeps everyday conveniences within easy reach. With convenient access to IH-10, Starkey Elementary, downtown Kerrville, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and area amenities, you'll enjoy the tranquility of Hill Country living without being far from town. With its distinctive rock character, flexible floor plan, abundant natural light, and captivating views, 115 Village Dr is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your private showing and come experience the view for yourself!

115 W Village, Kerrville

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Andrea Barton (info@andreabartonrealty.com) from Listing Office: Keeping It Realty.
$222,000
2009090 MLS
Great investment opportunity near Downtown San Antonio! This multi-family property features 4 units and offers excellent potential for an investor or owner-occupant looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the others. The property needs remodeling and updating, providing an opportunity to renovate and add value. Conveniently located near Downtown, major highways, shopping, dining, entertainment, and other area amenities. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this income-producing property!

3100 Vera Cruz, San Antonio

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sylvia Cuellar (sylviaalexcuellar@gmail.com) from Listing Office: TriPoint Realty LLC.
$122,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2009085 MLS
Investment opportunity! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home on Culebra Rd is conveniently located near major highways, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. The property is in need of remodeling, offering an excellent opportunity for an investor or buyer looking to renovate and add value. Bring your vision and transform this property into a great investment or future home.

816 Culebra Rd, San Antonio

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sylvia Cuellar (sylviaalexcuellar@gmail.com) from Listing Office: TriPoint Realty LLC.
$512,000
2010957 MLS
Morgans Ridge is a brand-new duplex community located in the booming corridor of Far West San Antonio. The location offers a short commute to top-tier employers and MVISD Schools alike. With an abundance of restaurant and shopping options this residence offers the ideal blend of convenience and luxury. Step into a spacious floorplan accentuated by a large granite countertop island in the kitchen, perfect for enhancing your culinary experience. Adorned with sleek granite countertops and contemporary recessed

5131 Cindy Br, San Antonio

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leeroy Ramirez (welcomehomesatexas@gmail.com) from Listing Office: TRU Real Estate Group.
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