(KNUE-FM) Everything is costing more in Texas lately, it’s not just the grocery prices — it’s everything. Including the home prices, which make it difficult for those attempting to become homeowners. But now there is a way for someone to win a home in east Austin for only $10.
Why a $10 Raffle Is Turning Heads Across Texas
This is going to get a lot of people’s attention as a home in east Austin will be raffled off in May and the tickets are only 10 dollars. While the home might not be a gigantic mansion any home in Texas for $10 is one heck of a bargain.
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Details Inside the $700K East Austin Home
The home itself is a 900-square-foot property. It has two bedrooms and two and a half baths and comes with a one car garage.
How the Raffle Supports Texas Food Banks
The best news about this home raffle in Austin is that it’s for a great cause. According to KXAN, 10% of every ticket sold will go to the Central Texas Food Bank and some of the proceeds will go to cover the cost of the home which is approximately $700,000.
As we all know the need at our Texas food banks is high, so a fundraiser like this is exactly what they need right now.
The drawing for the home in east Austin will take place on May 15, 2026. The owner says they need to sell a minimum of 135,000 tickets. If they don’t reach that number, the winner will take home half of the ticket sales.
If you want to know more about the home that is going to be raffled off for a good cause, click here.
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