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Best New Construction Realtor San Marcos

Looking for the best new construction Realtor for your purchase in San Marcos? I'm Adrian Salas, an agent with over 10 years of experience and multiple new construction properties sold across every area I serve. I help you compare homes between Austin and San Antonio, with independent representation from first tour to closing.

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Adrian Salas, new construction Realtor serving San Marcos

Experience that works for you

Over 10 years of real estate experience

Adrian Salas brings over 10 years of experience as an agent and multiple new construction properties sold across every area he serves. For buyers considering San Marcos, that means practical guidance on builder selection, incentives, contracts, inspections and closing — with Austin Marketing + Development Group, LLC.

10+ years as an agentNew construction sales across Greater AustinIndependent buyer representation

Adrian Salas ranks among the top 1% of Realtors in Austin, Texas, is among Austin’s top 500 agents, and was voted Best Realtor by Austin Home Magazine.

Buying new construction in San Marcos

San Marcos is anchored by Texas State University, the spring-fed river and the outlet corridor. New sections keep opening on the north and east sides, and it's a common pick for buyers splitting time between Austin and San Antonio.

Why you want your own agent for new construction in San Marcos

The sales representative in the model home works for the builder. They're pleasant, knowledgeable and paid to protect the builder's price and contract terms. As your agent I represent only you — comparing communities, pushing on incentives, reading the contract and tracking construction — and in nearly every case the builder pays the buyer-side commission, so my representation costs you nothing.

Register me on your very first visit

This is the rule that costs San Marcos buyers money. Builders require your agent to be present or named on your first visit to a community. Walk in alone and you can lose representation in that community entirely — with no discount in return. One text before you tour protects you.

What I actually do for you

Shortlist communities that fit your commute, schools and budget. Compare builder quality, warranties and standard features. Model the true monthly cost including MUD, PID and county tax rates. Negotiate rate buydowns, closing costs and design allowances. Review the builder contract before you sign. Schedule third-party pre-drywall and final inspections. Ride the punch list and warranty window after closing.

New construction vs. resale right now

Builders in San Marcos are competing with rate buydowns and closing-cost credits that resale sellers usually can't match, and standing inventory at quarter-end is where the real discounts live. Whether that beats a resale home depends on your timeline, the community's tax rate and how long you plan to stay — that's the conversation I have with every client before we tour anything.

How to choose the best new construction Realtor in San Marcos

Look for relevant new-build experience, recent local sales and a clear explanation of who represents you. Ask for references and examples of incentive negotiations, contract issues and construction milestones. Awards are useful context, but the right fit also depends on availability, communication and experience with the builder you are considering.

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Send me your timeline, budget and must-haves and I'll come back with the communities and builders that fit.