Telecommuters Find Galveston Attractive

With the advent of telecommuting, Galveston, with its oceanside location, historic architecture, and community feel, has become popular with those whose livelihood is no longer tied to a physical location.

Almost a year ago, a nice couple with whom I worked had tried Austin but found it was not for them.  Being familiar with and having enjoyed visiting Galveston in the past, they bought a home in the East End Historic District (she loves spending time outside on porches).  He is a self-employed business consultant and works through email and telephone.

Recently, my buyer’s specialist worked with a couple who had lived for years north of Houston.  She took a job in the Dickinson school district and he works from home, and they could not wait to move to Galveston.  Happily ensconced in a rental for a few months, they will soon begin looking for the historic home of their dreams.

Lest you think that the telecommuters are only attracted to our historic architecture, a couple from Colorado that I have been working with are now under contract for a wonderful condominium at Pointe West with a great view of both the Gulf of Mexico and of West Bay. Originally thinking that they would buy a place at which they would only spend a few weeks a year, they are now talking about spending half of the year here since he is retired and she can telecommute.

I have always thought Galveston was a pretty cool place – it’s nice to see others realize that as well.

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