--- title: Living in South Reno - News & Blogs | Buyer Tips description: Buyer Tips | --- [![Logo](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=1500&height=500&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/) Open main menu Close main menu - [Buyers](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/buyers) - [Sellers](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/sellers) - [Current Listings](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/current-listings) - [Contact Us](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/contact-us) # Latest Real Estate Market News Posts about: ## Buyer Tips ![Real Estate Market Trends October 2026 Reno/Sparks. Images of Downtown Reno and Ken Angst and Elena Boland](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/October%202026%20Market%20Report.png) ### [The Latest Reno-Sparks Housing Market Report | October 2026](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/september-2026-reno-sparks-housing-market-report) Oct 28, 2026, 9:13:14 AM **The Reno-Sparks housing market continued to show price growth in September 2026, with the median sale price climbing to $640,000.** At the same time, inventory declined, and homes took a little longer to go under contract, creating a market that buyers and sellers need to navigate strategically. I'm Ken Angst with the Angst Real Estate Team at Haute Properties NV. I work with buyers and sellers throughout South Reno, Reno, and Sparks, helping them understand local market conditions and make informed real estate decisions. In this month's report, I'm looking at September 2026 data for **resale single-family homes across Reno and Sparks. Condominiums are excluded.** I'll also discuss mortgage rates and what they could mean for buyers considering a move this fall. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/september-2026-reno-sparks-housing-market-report) ![Text: Jumbo Loands Bigger Laon Better Rate? Images: Real estate agent showing couple a home.](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Jumbo%20Loans%20Pros%20and%20Cons%20Blogs%20and%20Newsletter.png) ### [Jumbo Loans: A Bigger Mortgage With a Better Rate?](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/jumbo-loans-a-bigger-mortgage-with-a-better-rate) Oct 20, 2026, 12:45:00 PM If you're buying a higher-priced home, you may eventually hear the words **"jumbo loan."** The name makes the basic concept sound pretty straightforward: you're borrowing a larger amount of money. But jumbo financing doesn't always work the way buyers expect. For some highly qualified borrowers, a jumbo loan can offer surprisingly competitive pricing. At the same time, lenders may expect stronger credit, more money in reserve, and a larger down payment. So when does a mortgage become jumbo, and what should you consider before choosing one? [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/jumbo-loans-a-bigger-mortgage-with-a-better-rate) ![](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/APWA_Facebook_%26_Linkedin.png) ### [Reno-Sparks Housing Market vs. National Trends | APWA Nevada](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/reno-sparks-housing-market-national-trends) Oct 15, 2026, 10:30:00 AM A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to speak at the **APWA Nevada Fall Conference in Lake Tahoe**, where I discussed the national housing market and how Reno and... [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/reno-sparks-housing-market-national-trends) ![Physician Loans Pros and Cons text with image of male physician ](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Physician%20Loans%20Pros%20and%20Cons%20(2).png) ### [Physician Loans: 0% Down, No PMI...So What's the Catch?](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/physician-loans-0-down-no-pmi...so-whats-the-catch) Sep 29, 2026, 10:14:59 AM Physician loans can sound almost too good to be true. Depending on the program and borrower, a physician loan may let you buy a home with no down payment, avoid private mortgage insurance, and receive different treatment of student loan debt when qualifying. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/physician-loans-0-down-no-pmi...so-whats-the-catch) ![Ridgeview Estates Neighborhood Tour text with image of the neighborhood](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Ridgeview%20Estates%20Tour%20Thumbnail.png) ### [Ridgeview: A Quiet, Established Neighborhood in South Reno](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/ridgeview-a-quiet-established-neighborhood-in-south-reno) Sep 23, 2026, 2:45:00 AM Looking for a South Reno neighborhood with mature landscaping, varied architecture, and a little more elbow room? In our [latest neighborhood tour](https://youtu.be/m80PHlzwDjs?si=VlwKdYduNWlUDlMM), we drive through Ridgeview and highlight what makes this area worth a closer look for buyers considering South Reno. Join us for a [drive through **Ridgeview**](https://youtu.be/m80PHlzwDjs?si=dmmw8RAMJTHzp7fz), a small residential pocket near Thomas Creek Road and Zolezzi Lane. Tucked between established South Reno communities including Fieldcreek and Southwest Vistas, Ridgeview offers a noticeably different feel from many of the newer, more uniform tract developments found throughout the area. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/ridgeview-a-quiet-established-neighborhood-in-south-reno) ![Real Estate Market Trends September 2026 with Ken Angst and Elena Boland](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/September%202026%20Market%20Report.png) ### [Home Prices Are Up. So Why Does the Reno-Sparks Market Feel Slower?](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/home-prices-are-up.-so-why-does-the-reno-sparks-market-feel-slower) Sep 15, 2026, 11:30:00 AM If you've been watching the Reno-Sparks housing market lately, you may be wondering what's really going on. Are we in a buyer's market? A seller's market? The answer isn't quite that simple. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/home-prices-are-up.-so-why-does-the-reno-sparks-market-feel-slower) ![Text Mount Rose Living Worth It? with home and mountains image](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Mt%20Rose%20Living%20-%20Pros%20%26%20Cons.png) ### [6 Pros and Cons of Living Near Mount Rose Highway in South Reno](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/6-pros-and-cons-of-living-near-mount-rose-highway-in-south-reno) Sep 8, 2026, 2:30:00 PM Living near Mount Rose Highway offers a distinctive South Reno lifestyle. For buyers who value larger lots, mature landscaping, mountain views, outdoor recreation, and a quieter residential setting, the area can be an appealing alternative to newer, denser communities farther into South Reno. But like any location, living near Mount Rose Highway comes with both advantages and considerations. The same mountain setting that offers beautiful scenery and easy access to outdoor recreation can also mean more responsibility for winter weather, wildfire preparedness, property maintenance, and transportation. If you're considering buying a home in or around the Mount Rose Highway corridor, look beyond the house itself and understand what day-to-day life in the area can be like. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/6-pros-and-cons-of-living-near-mount-rose-highway-in-south-reno) ![Courtyards at Arrowcreek image](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Courtyard%20at%20ArrowCreek.png) ### [New Construction in 89511 Under $650,000: The Courtyards at Arrowcreek](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/new-construction-in-89511-under-650000-the-courtyards-at-arrowcreek) Sep 3, 2026, 10:15:00 AM If you’ve been shopping for a new home in South Reno, you probably already know that finding a **detached, new-construction home in the 89511 ZIP code for under $650,000** can be a challenge. But there is still an option worth checking out. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/new-construction-in-89511-under-650000-the-courtyards-at-arrowcreek) ![VA Loans Top Questions Answered with image of femail miltiary person](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Salute%20to%20Veterans%20YouTube.png) ### [7 Things Every Veteran Should Know About VA Home Loans](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/7-things-every-veteran-should-know-about-va-home-loans) Aug 4, 2026, 9:45:00 AM For many veterans and active-duty service members, a **VA home loan** is one of the most valuable benefits they've earned. Yet despite its advantages, misconceptions about VA financing often prevent eligible buyers from taking full advantage of the program. If you've heard that VA loans are difficult to use, require a large down payment, or are less attractive to sellers, it's time to separate fact from fiction. [Read More](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/7-things-every-veteran-should-know-about-va-home-loans) ![South Reno Under $500K? 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