Austin, Texas

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Average home value in austen increased by 56 % between march 20 20 and november 20 21. It's the second largest jump of any city or town. A further 20 % rise is expected in 20 22. You've also seen a rise in some social problems that accompany a rising lack of affordability. homelessness has been a really big problem yous. Austin, among any texas city, probably has the worst traffic.

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