Fort Hood Military Relocation
Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, Killeen Texas

Orders to Fort Hood?  You’re joining the ranks of new Fort Hood area residents who are moving  due to military relocation!  You’ll want to make the most of all that Fort Hood has to offer in terms of brand new homes and existing single family homes for sale, so contact Mary Ann Daniell and the Daniell Group.   They’ve got years of experience helping over 400 families get settled in their new homes at Fort Hood.

Fort Hood Military Housing Availability FAQs

How many homes are available right now in the Fort Hood area?
There are currently over 1700 homes for sale in the Fort Hood Area Association of Realtors MLS database.  This includes homes in the cities of Killeen, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove, Nolanville, Kempner and Lampasas. 

What do houses cost in the Fort Hood area?
Housing is very affordable at Fort Hood.   According to the Coldwell Banker 2008 Home Price Comparison Index, Killeen, TX was named the ninth most affordable housing market in the United States.     With an average home price across the Fort Hood area in the $140,000’s, it’s easy to see why!  Homes in the area range from $85,000 and up.

Do military relocation buyers prefer Killeen, Copperas Cove or Harker Heights?
Buyers moving to the area due to military relocation have a lot to choose from.   Each city has it’s own personality.  More upscale homes are found in Harker Heights.  Killeen has the most housing available as it is the largest city.  Copperas Cove is more of a small town atmosphere with excellent schools, offering a slower pace and more laidback lifestyle.

How far in advance should I come to Fort Hood to look at homes prior to my PCS date?The current market has provided us with a great inventory of homes.  If you would like to move right in on a certain date, you may want to come a week or so prior to your relocation date so you have time to find a home and negotiate a purchase.  If the home you want to purchase is vacant, it’s possible we can negotiate a temporary lease so you can move in before closing.

What about new homes?  Are there homes already built or will I need to contract to build one?
It’s a great time to buy a new home!  Builders are offering great incentives to buyers, such as paying all closing costs, buying interest rates down below market, installing blinds, refrigerators, and anything else you can think of.   There are plenty of new construction homes in new home developments that are already finished and ready for you to move right in!

What about buying a “resale” or “existing home?”
There is good value in an existing or resale home.  As long as you have a home inspection done by a professional licensed home inspector you should be fine.  Most sellers are willing to fix anything the inspector finds that needs to be repaired.  Sellers  may help with your closing costs, too.  Many sellers are also offering one year “residential service contracts” on existing homes.   This service policy is paid for by the seller and covers your appliances, heating, air conditioning and other systems of the home for one year.   Be sure to ask for a residential service contract when you buy an existing home.

How long do I need to plan to stay in Fort Hood to finalize the purchase of my new home?
We are well versed in helping buyers purchase real estate from any point around the globe.  If you start negotiations on a home and are not finalized by the time you need to leave the area, everything can be completed via phone, fax, email and overnight express mail. 

What if I'm in the military and I want to live on base? Check out this Fort Hood Temp Housing Page or view this PDF of available Temp Housing facilities for military personnel.

Short term Furnished Accomodations in the Fort Hood Area

• A Home Away from Home www.fthoodtdy.com 254-220-5500
• Black Labs Properties www.blacklapsproperties.com 254-338-0807
• Browns Temporary Apartments www.brownstemp.pair.com 254-634-8554

Since it normally takes anywhere from 2-4 weeks to process your loan and close on the home before you can move in, that means you will have to make some other accommodations like a hotel or motel for the remaining time.