Courtney Graeber - Bio

A native West Austinite and Texas Longhorn, Courtney Graeber is the Realtor to consult regarding Anything Austin.    Her passion for this city is contagious, and her lifetime of Austin area knowledge and years of establishing local contacts prove to be extremely beneficial to her clients.   Whether they are relocating to Austin; purchasing vacation/ waterfront homes; buying and selling their primary residences for the first time or the fifth; or investors seeking a positive cash flow; Courtney Graeber has the savvy, moxie, and experience to advise and guide clients strategically, purposefully, painlessly, and successfully through their real estate transactions.    Courtney helps clients of all sizes in the Greater Austin area, with a focus on Northwest Hills/ Highland Hills/ Balcones, Westlake/ Barton Creek/ Bee Cave, Tarrytown/ Central Austin, Lake Austin and associated neighborhoods, and Courtyard/ Jester/ Lakewood/ Great Hills.

Courtney’s ten years of real estate experience began in banking, as a Business Banker/ Commercial Real Estate Lender, advising business owners with annual revenues of $1 million to $50 million.   While working closely with her banking clients, she listened, learned, and asked pertinent questions about their businesses in order to uncover both their short- term and long- term needs and to identify the appropriate loan structures and financial strategies to achieve their goals.   She was an aggressive and savvy negotiator on her clients’ behalf, and she not only guided clients through the process and to the title company’s closing table, but she also successfully serviced and maintained her portfolio of clients and enjoyed multiple transactions and long- term relationships with them as their businesses expanded and evolved.   

Courtney’s residential real estate clients enjoy that same driven service, integrity, and results.   With her finely honed negotiation skills, Courtney’s clients appreciate her advocacy and sound business advice.   For most people, their home is the largest purchase they will make.  Courtney understands the emotions that are involved, but she has solvent business experience to ensure that the transaction makes good financial sense for the long- term, and her clients consider her a friend and trusted advisor long after they close on their properties.   Because she has remodeled several homes, Courtney is able to advise clients of the costs and risks associated with their own home improvement projects, and she has experience with a large number of local vendors and service providers.

After many years of taking and giving piano lessons, competing most weekends, and performing, Courtney attended the University of Texas at Austin on a prestigious Piano Performance Scholarship.   Although she later changed majors and studied Communications and Business, her intense and goal- oriented piano studies (5+ hours a day while growing up) and purposeful competition preparation helped to shape the same focused, intense, and driven methods she utilizes to help her clients achieve their goals.   

Courtney and her husband currently reside in West Austin, in the same neighborhood in which she was raised.   Between Courtney’s Real Estate Business and her husband’s being the Owner/ Operator of a local Chick-Fil-A restaurant, both share an entrepreneurial spirit and a love for doing business in the Greater Austin community.    There are no children yet, but Courtney enjoys walking/ running with her chocolate Labrador, Concerto, and caring for her two cats, Chopin and Beethoven (all of whom are rescue animals).    She can be found on Lady Bird Lake’s Hike and Bike Trail, boating on Lake Austin, enjoying live music performances (especially the Austin Symphony Orchestra), dining at local eateries, saltwater fishing (preferably offshore catching tuna), cheering for her beloved Texas Longhorns at sporting events, and appreciating the provenance of fine French antiques.    

Courtney is a member of the Austin Board of Realtors, the Texas Association of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors.

Courtney Graeber - Testimonials

Courtney went above & beyond my expectations consistently throughout our home purchasing process. She was available, attentive, anticipated our needs and gave personalized service. She is extremely personable and was a pleasure to work with. I cannot say enough positive things about her, we are so happy with our new home!

Shawna and Vihar Rai

Courtney made this the easiest purchase I have ever had. Every question or inquiry was handled as professionally as could be imagined. Give her a big, fat raise. She's a keeper!

Orlando Barnabei

To whom it may concern:

I am writing to recommend without reservation Courtney Graeber for both buyers’ and sellers’ needs for a Realtor. Courtney recently handled the marketing and sale of my Mother’s house after her move into an assisted living facility. I initially was working with a Realtor who had many more years of experience than Courtney, but I was dissatisfied with her effort and apparent disinterest in marketing the property. I have known Courtney well for approximately 25 years so I asked her to take the listing. That was a wise decision.

Courtney’s firm uses the latest marketing technology, such as professional photography, staging and virtual tours, and provides up-to-date information concerning marketing efforts and showings of the property. What sets her apart, however, is her personal attention to every detail of the property, potential obstacles to sale, and to the potential buyers who see the home. She provided invaluable advice concerning what measures I could take to increase the attractiveness of the home. She monitored showings closely and communicated promptly with the potential buyer’s realtor and with me. She has tremendous energy and enthusiasm and made me feel that mine was the most important listing she had. Due in large part to Courtney’s efforts, I received an offer and successfully negotiated a contract after the home had been listed for only five days!

Courtney is an Austin native who knows this town and its real estate. She puts her prior banking experience to good use. I would recommend her to any seller, regardless of the price or neighborhood of the home to be sold, and to any buyer. In fact, when my wife and I decide to sell our NW Hills home and downsize to another place, Courtney will handle both transactions. She knows what she is doing, and she will get a good result. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need additional information.

Sincerely,
James R. Raup, J.D. (contact information upon request)

McGinnis, Lochridge & Kilgore, L.L.P.

I recently received my MBA and began a career in Austin in the IT industry. I decided to take the plunge and become a first time home buyer without having a lot of background in the mortgage lending and real estate business.

Courtney was awesome!! She guided me through the entire process of home buying. We found a wonderful home in Great Hills that was competitively priced and had been recently placed on the market.

Courtney moved quickly, devising a winning strategy that set my offer package apart from the multiple offers received by the seller. Once we had the house under contract, Courtney shined during negotiations and was able to further improve my position.

Thank you, Courtney! You were wonderful to work with; responsive in your communications, knowledgeable about Austin real estate, and you always represented my interests with integrity and enthusiasm. You not only guided me through the home-buying process but also assisted me after the purchase with remodeling tips and industry contacts.

I highly recommend Courtney to anyone who is interested in buying/selling Austin real estate. I will definitely use her again.

Paul G.

Courtney did it again! After successfully working with her last year to find a home, at a much lower price than I’d hoped, I hired her again for this year’s real estate transactions. When it comes to presenting offers, she implements a unique strategy that compels sellers to work with her buyers, and vice versa, even when she is requesting fairly deep discounts for her clients. Between her detailed analysis of market values, her sensitivity to timing, and the personal “secret touch” she adds to offer presentations on behalf of her clients, Courtney fosters rapport and harmony with the other party from the beginning. What results are persuasive yet pleasant (especially to the pocket book) negotiations!

I have no doubt that without her distinctive strategy, I would not be in this house for the price that I paid, which was significantly below comparable “Sold” prices. Courtney also connected me with the most efficient and detailed mortgage professional, and the two of them worked seamlessly and ‘round the clock to ensure a timely closing. In fact, I was cleared to close 10 days in advance of the contract date, a highly unusual scenario in today’s lending environment when closings are typically postponed!

I am delighted with my purchase, and her home remodeling advice and vendor recommendations were priceless. Courtney will definitely be my Realtor when I buy and sell again, and I have already referred two additional family members to her. Thank you for your gracious warmth, your brilliant advice, and your fierce negotiating skills. You are the consummate professional, and I am proud to call you my Realtor and my Friend!

Amanda F.

When relocating from Dallas to Austin for a job change, I had the good fortune of choosing Courtney, who made it happen within my tight time frame. She immediately understood my family’s needs, and she kept us focused on our priorities. We wanted excellent schools, a quiet street, nice neighbors with children, proximity to downtown, walking distance to the school bus stop, a smart financial investment, and a beautiful home- a seemingly unattainable list- but she found exactly what we wanted, and we love our Austin home. In addition to meeting all the house criteria, she was a tough negotiator on our behalf, leading to a greatly reduced sales price that was lower than comparable sold values. The deal was further sweetened after she met several of her local vendors at the house to get bids for additional repairs, which equated into an additional price reduction during the option period. What an advocate!

As a former mortgage professional who not only worked with hundreds of Dallas- area Realtors but also bought and sold several of my own homes there, I can say that Courtney is the best Realtor I’ve known. She is clearly the expert on the Austin area, and she is not only warm and fun to be around, but she is a true professional. We will be selling and buying again within the next several years, and Courtney will absolutely have our future business. We are delighted to recommend Courtney to anyone wanting to sell or buy their homes with peace of mind and financial advantage!

Quinn S.

Courtney Graeber's Listings

1 Search Results Found. Showing Results 1 - 1.

6910 Hart LN # 804, Austin, TX 78731

$146,900

Condo in Malaga Condo Amd

3 br, 2 ba, 1212 sf, 0.06 acres

Listed at:

$146,900

Featured Listing

Property Description:

Condo in Malaga Condo Amd

MLS ID:

4860524 – Active

Beds:

3

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

1212

Acres:

0.06

Description:

Prestigious Northwest Hills Value One Block From Blue Ribbon Exemplary Doss Elem And Less From Murchison Middle. Competitively Priced Updated...

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Courtney Graeber's Sold Listings

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360 Nueces ST # 2809, Austin, TX 78701

$546,700

Condo in Residential Condo Amd 360

2 br, 2 ba, 1244 sf, 0.00 acres

Listed at:

$546,700

Buyer Represented

Featured Listing

Property Description:

Condo in Residential Condo Amd 360

MLS ID:

4204603 – Sold

Beds:

2

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

1244

Acres:

0.00

Description:

Amazing Views For Miles This 28th Story 22 Condo Has Gorgeous Views Of Lady Bird Lake, The Hill Country And City. Beautiful Wood Floors And Floor...

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1713 Schieffer AVE, Austin, TX 78722

$349,900

House in Willow Brook

3 br, 3 ba, 1875 sf, 0.26 acres

Listed at:

$349,900

Seller Represented

Featured Listing

Property Description:

House in Willow Brook

MLS ID:

9405270 – Sold

Beds:

3

Baths:

3

Sq Ft:

1875

Acres:

0.26

Description:

Inviting CherrywoodWillow Brook Home On Corner Live Oak- Shaded Lot Ideally Located Across From Park. modern Updates Enhance Vintage Charm W...

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4807 Craig Dr, Austin, TX 78727

$255,000

House in Champions Forest Sec 02

4 br, 2 ba, 2066 sf, 0.16 acres

Listed at:

$255,000

Seller Represented

Featured Listing

Property Description:

House in Champions Forest Sec 02

MLS ID:

6235755 – Sold

Beds:

4

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

2066

Acres:

0.16

Description:

Welcome Homefantastic And Updated House On Quiet Street. private Lot WExemplary Davis Elem And Outstanding Murchison Ms And Anderson Hs. excellent...

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1802 Corona Dr, Austin, TX 78723

$219,900

House in Delwood 04 East Sec 02

3 br, 2 ba, 1778 sf, 0.23 acres

Listed at:

$219,900

Seller Represented

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Property Description:

House in Delwood 04 East Sec 02

MLS ID:

4441406 – Sold

Beds:

3

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

1778

Acres:

0.23

Description:

Delwood Darling Hip Central Location On Delwood's Most Prestigious, Quiet, And Well- Tended Street Great Value On Gorgeous, Lush Lot Shaded By...

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6907 Grove Crest DR, Austin, TX 78736

$214,900

House in Scenic Brook West Sec 01

4 br, 2 ba, 1813 sf, 0.29 acres

Listed at:

$214,900

Seller Represented

Featured Listing

Property Description:

House in Scenic Brook West Sec 01

MLS ID:

8538956 – Sold

Beds:

4

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

1813

Acres:

0.29

Description:

Combine Austin's "Chic" Soco Hotel San Jose Atmosphere With Barton Springs- Area's Trendy Good Looks At Great Oak Hill Value. remodeled...

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1506 Resaca BLVD, Austin, TX 78738

$795,000

House in Lake Pointe Sec 09

5 br, 5 ba, 4060 sf, 0.31 acres

Listed at:

$795,000

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Lake Pointe Sec 09

MLS ID:

2007777 – Sold

Days on Website:

683

Beds:

5

Baths:

5

Sq Ft:

4060

Acres:

0.31

Description:

Enjoy The Incredible Features This Amazing Tuscan Home Has To Offer Grand Gated Courtyard Entrance W Flagstone Walkway & Tranquil Water Fountain....

Keller Williams - Lake Travis

10112 Indus CV, Austin, TX 78730

$559,000

House in River Place Sec 13

4 br, 4 ba, 3946 sf, 0.34 acres

Listed at:

$559,000

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in River Place Sec 13

MLS ID:

7470783 – Sold

Days on Website:

782

Beds:

4

Baths:

4

Sq Ft:

3946

Acres:

0.34

Description:

Stunning Fedrick Harris Estate Home On A.35 Acre Cul De Sac Lot With 3 Car Garage, Pool And Hill Country Views. Hardwood And Slate Flooring,...

Keller Williams Realty

4304 Rimdale Dr, Austin, TX 78731

$449,900

House in Vista West 02

5 br, 3 ba, 2909 sf, 0.28 acres

Listed at:

$449,900

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Vista West 02

MLS ID:

3056178 – Sold

Days on Website:

610

Beds:

5

Baths:

3

Sq Ft:

2909

Acres:

0.28

Description:

Over 37k Below Tax Appraisal Updated Single Story 5bdrm With 2 Masters 2 AC Units large Beautiful Yard On Quiet Street Backs To Greenbelt double...

Howard Schmidt Real Estate

10604 Cranford, Austin, TX 78726

$384,900

House in Canyon Creek Sec 01

4 br, 4 ba, 3789 sf, 0.30 acres

Listed at:

$384,900

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Canyon Creek Sec 01

MLS ID:

5173083 – Sold

Days on Website:

400

Beds:

4

Baths:

4

Sq Ft:

3789

Acres:

0.30

Description:

Remodeled Home In Canyon Creek-great Floorplan-see Virtual Tour-oversized Garage- 647 Sq. ft. new Flooring, fresh Int.&ext. paint, new Cabinets...

Amelia Bullock, REALTORS

720 Rolling Green DR, Lakeway, TX 78734

$359,000

House in Lakeway Sec 26

4 br, 3 ba, 2289 sf, 0.38 acres

Listed at:

$359,000

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Lakeway Sec 26

MLS ID:

9261836 – Sold

Days on Website:

341

Beds:

4

Baths:

3

Sq Ft:

2289

Acres:

0.38

Description:

Don't Let The Age Fool You Meticulously Updated With A The Upgrades You Could Ever Ask For In A New Home. Wonderful Golf Course Views, Great...

Capital City Sothebys Itl Rlty

212 Pheasant Ridge DR, Cedar Park, TX 78613

$298,500

House in Forest Oaks Sec 09

5 br, 3 ba, 3498 sf, 0.32 acres

Listed at:

$298,500

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Forest Oaks Sec 09

MLS ID:

3877551 – Sold

Days on Website:

377

Beds:

5

Baths:

3

Sq Ft:

3498

Acres:

0.32

Description:

Simply Fantastic Once You Get Home, You'll Never Want To Leave & Neither Will Your Friends This 5 Bed3 Bath3 Living Home Has It All Open...

J.B. Goodwin, REALTORS

1403 Brandt DR, Austin, TX 78742

$169,900

House in Richland Estates Sec 02 Ph 01

3 br, 2 ba, 1100 sf, 0.20 acres

Listed at:

$169,900

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Richland Estates Sec 02 Ph 01

MLS ID:

8855763 – Sold

Days on Website:

285

Beds:

3

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

1100

Acres:

0.20

Description:

Nestled On A Peaceful Lot With Small Creek Flowing Through The Big Backyard. New Construction With 5 Star Green Rating Means Low Maintenance...

The Goodlife Team

11210 Salt Cedar, Austin, TX 78750

$166,880

House in Village 15 At Anderson Mill

3 br, 2 ba, 1728 sf, 0.22 acres

Listed at:

$166,880

Buyer Represented

Property Description:

House in Village 15 At Anderson Mill

MLS ID:

3906180 – Sold

Days on Website:

545

Beds:

3

Baths:

2

Sq Ft:

1728

Acres:

0.22

Description:

Wonderful Floorplan Enhanced With Energy Efficient Low E Glass Windows And Doors (2004) curb Appeal Is Enhanced With Water Feature, Exterior...

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