Home prices rose by 11% year over year in December, which represents the 22nd consecutive year over year increase in home prices nationally. Even with double digit gains in December, home prices are still 18% below the peak (April 2006) nationwide. For more details on your state, read the full report. If you would like detailed local information on what homes are listing and selling for in your Greater Austin Metro area neighborhood, go to www.HomeValuesAustinNow.com for a detailed Market Snapshot or contact me at 512.994.HOME (4663).