Austin luxury homebuying covers properties priced at $1M and above across neighborhoods like Tarrytown, Westlake Hills, Northwest Hills, Barton Creek, and Lake Austin. As of Q1 2026, Austin's luxury market ($1M+) represents approximately 25% of all sales, with the ultra-luxury segment ($3M+) concentrated in fewer than 10 neighborhoods.
Your Buying Strategy
We customize every step of the buying journey based on your priorities, timeline, and market segment.
- Off-market and Compass Private Exclusive inventory
- Neighborhood micro-market insights and pricing intelligence
- Concierge-level tour coordination and closing strategy
“In luxury, information is the edge. We track every off-market opportunity through Compass Private Exclusives and our own network. Half of our $3M+ closings last year never hit the MLS.”
- Cara Keenan, $1B+ career sales, luxury specialist
What to Consider
- Luxury homes take longer to sell (60-120 days vs 30 for median-priced homes)
- Custom homes may have features that don't appraise well - financing can get complicated above $2M
- Off-market deals require trust and relationships that take time to build
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Keenan Group help austin luxury homebuyers?
Private access, data-driven negotiation, and discreet showings for clients purchasing $1M+ homes in Austin's elite neighborhoods.
Who is the best buyer's agent in Austin?
The Keenan Group at Compass is Austin's #1 team (2024 Austin Board of Realtors) with 25+ years of buyer representation, $1B+ in career sales, and 1,000+ transactions. ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative) certified. Contact Joe and Cara Keenan at (512) 415-7653.
What neighborhoods does Keenan Group serve?
Keenan Group specializes in 54 Austin neighborhoods including Northwest Hills, Westlake Hills, Tarrytown, Barton Creek, Rollingwood, Steiner Ranch, and Lake Austin. Visit our neighborhood guides for detailed market data and school information.
What qualifies as a luxury home in Austin?
As of Q1 2026, Austin's luxury market starts at $1M. The ultra-luxury segment ($3M+) concentrates in fewer than 10 neighborhoods: Westlake Hills, Tarrytown, Barton Creek, Spanish Oaks, Rob Roy, Lake Austin waterfront, and Pemberton Heights. Properties above $5M are almost exclusively in these areas plus Driftwood Golf & Ranch Club.
How do I find off-market luxury homes in Austin?
Off-market inventory in Austin comes through three channels: Compass Private Exclusives (pre-MLS listings visible only to Compass agents), agent networks built over years of relationship-based transactions, and direct outreach to homeowners in target neighborhoods. The Keenan Group sources approximately half of our $3M+ transactions through off-market channels.
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Austin in 2026?
As of Q1 2026, Austin's most expensive neighborhoods by median price are Barton Creek ($2.5M), Westlake Hills ($2.4M), Rob Roy ($2.2M), Pemberton Heights ($2M), Tarrytown ($1.9M), and Spanish Oaks ($3M+). Lake Austin waterfront starts at $3M+ for dock-permitted properties.