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About the Bryan & College Station, Texas Area 
Aggieland and So Much More...
COLLEGE STATION (2003 Area Visitor's Guide) -- RICH in tradition and history, Bryan College Station truly is "Smack in the Heart of Texas." The twin cities are nestled in the Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Austin/San Antonio triangle and easily accessible from all parts of the state. Residents boast of big-city conveniences with small-town hospitality.
BRYAN was established in 1859 in honor of William Joel Bryan, nephew of Texas pioneer Stephen F. Austin. Incorporated in 1871, Bryan prospered with its robust agricultural resources and a railway system completed in 1876. That same year, the State of Texas established the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas just south of Bryan. Bryan is home to the Carnegie Library, donated by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. Only 12 of the 34 original Texas library buildings still exist today.
COLLEGE STATION, Bryan's sister city, was planned as a model community by college professors when the college could no longer accommodate their living needs on campus. College Station, named as a railway stop by the Postal Service in 1877, burgeoned in the 1960's when the college opened its doors to women and then became Texas A&M University.
THE CITIES' contrasting styles and variety of attractions have created a harmonious neighborly balance for visitors. Bryan has an impressive collection of beautiful homes and business sites with historical and architectural significance in its East Side Historical District and its revitalized downtown area, alongside fine restaurants and community theaters. College Station is an energetic and progressive city with 924 acres of parks and a statewide reputation for quality athletic events. It has grown up alongside Texas A&M University, a major education and research institution.
TODAY the twin cities form a delightful community to live in or visit and business or tourism destination with a unique blend of cultural opportunities and warm hospitality.
Information taken from the Official Area Visitor's Guide for 2003, a Publication of the Bryan/College Station Convention & Visitor's Bureau
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Quick Facts |
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Land Area |
585.78 square miles |
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Population Density (2000) |
260 people per square mile |
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Counties |
Brazos |
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Area Cities and Towns |
Bryan, College Station, Kurten, Millican, Wellborn, Wixon Valley |
Bryan-College Station Market Overview 2004
Demographics
Bryan-College Station MSA Population
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Year |
Population |
Percent
Change |
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1990 |
121,862 |
0.6 |
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1991 |
124,819 |
2.4 |
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1992 |
128,841 |
3.2 |
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1993 |
134,590 |
4.5 |
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1994 |
137,405 |
2.1 |
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1995 |
139,569 |
1.6 |
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1996 |
141,107 |
1.1 |
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1997 |
144,595 |
2.5 |
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1998 |
147,555 |
2.0 |
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1999 |
150,211 |
1.8 |
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2000 |
152,415 |
1.5 |
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2001 |
153,740 |
0.9 |
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2002 |
156,099 |
1.5 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
County Population Growth
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County |
1990 Population |
2002 Population |
Growth 1990 - 2002
(percent) |
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Brazos |
121,862 |
156,099 |
28.1 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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First Time Buyers >Choosing A Lender
When you are buying a new home or refinancing your present one, it is wise to do some comparison shopping among lenders. A low interest rate isn't the only criterion by which to evaluate a loan. You should also consider the terms of the mortgage, what your closing costs will be and the reputation of the lender.
Real estate agents are a good source of information about loans and lenders, whether you are buying a home or just refinancing your present home. We routinely assist buyers when they need a mortgage in order to purchase a home. We know what loan packages are available and the qualifying requirements. The companies with the lowest rates sometimes have very conservative underwriting guidelines, and may not be willing to make loans on certain types of property or to buyers who are marginally qualified. We can tell you which companies and loan officers will go the extra mile to provide excellent service to make sure that the transaction closes.
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Which house over 100 years old still holds the title as the largest house in the U.S.?
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The 250-room Biltmore House in Asheville, NC, built 1890-1895 at a cost of $4.4 million, is the largest house in the US. |
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