Meet Joe Keenan

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Joe Keenan, co-founder of Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate and top-producing Northwest Hills Austin Realtor, standing confidently in a luxury home

Agent Details

Meet Joe

Realtor®, Broker Associate

About Keenan Group at Compass

At Keenan Group, we believe luxury real estate is more than just buying and selling homes — it’s about building legacies, creating meaningful relationships, and delivering an unparalleled client experience. With over 25 years of excellence in Austin real estate, we have established ourselves as trusted advisors in Austin’s competitive luxury market, offering tailored solutions and timeless relationships that extend beyond the transaction.

🏡 Our Mission

We exist to honorably guide and serve our clients through their real estate journeys with unmatched care, trust, and strategic expertise. Every transaction is approached with the same level of diligence and dedication as if it were our own, ensuring our clients achieve their goals and build lasting wealth.

🌟 Our Vision

To be the preeminent real estate team in Austin, setting the standard for white-glove service, innovative strategies, and client success. We aspire to grow into a highly awarded, purpose-driven team that inspires trust, creates generational wealth, and uplifts the community through mentorship and leadership.

🔑 Our Core Values

✔ Trust Above All – Every decision is made with honesty, transparency, and our clients’ best interests at heart.
✔ Excellence in Service – We provide a seamless, five-star experience, going beyond expectations at every step.
✔ Empathy & Care – We listen, understand, and tailor our approach to meet the unique needs of every client.
✔ Collaboration & Teamwork – We operate as a cohesive unit, combining strengths to deliver the best results.
✔ Growth Mindset – We constantly evolve, learn, and innovate to stay ahead in the ever-changing real estate market.
✔ Community Impact – We give back through organizations like Habitat for Humanity and Mobile Loaves & Fishes, making a difference beyond real estate.
✔ Legacy Building – Our goal is to create generational wealth and lasting relationships, ensuring every client’s success for years to come.

📍 Why Choose Keenan Group?

We are more than just real estate brokers — we are strategic advisors, problem-solvers, and passionate advocates for our clients. Whether guiding first-time buyers, navigating luxury markets, or assisting with complex relocations, we take a hands-on, concierge-style approach that ensures a stress-free and rewarding experience.

At Keenan Group, your goals become our mission, your success our priority. Let’s build something great together.  

Tailored Solutions, Timeless Relationships

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Keenan Group: Austin's Premier Luxury Real Estate Advisors

Tailored Solutions, Timeless Relationships

With over 25 years of excellence in Austin's competitive luxury market, Keenan Group - led by Joe and Cara Keenan - has established a legacy of exceptional service and unparalleled expertise. As the Austin Board of Realtors and Unlock MLS Top Team Award Winner for 2024, we consistently perform in the top 1% of the market, with particular expertise in Northwest Hills (78731, 78759), Westlake Hills, and the prestigious Lake Austin waterfront communities. Our deep knowledge of these premier neighborhoods - from the tree-lined streets of Northwest Hills to the lakefront estates of Westlake - enables us to provide unmatched guidance to luxury home buyers and sellers.

We believe luxury real estate transcends the mere buying and selling of properties - it's about building legacies, fostering meaningful relationships, and delivering a truly concierge experience. Our white-glove, hospitality-focused approach ensures that every client receives personalized attention and strategic guidance throughout their real estate journey. With 11 recent sales in Northwest Hills alone and extensive transaction history in the 78731 and 78759 zip codes, we've become the trusted advisors for families seeking homes in Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods.

As trusted advisors and proud members of both the prestigious Luxury League and Compass Austin Luxury Advisors groups, we combine our deep market knowledge with innovative strategies to help our clients build generational wealth through thoughtful real estate investments. Our expertise in the Northwest Hills area spanning 78731 and 78759, combined with our proven track record in Westlake Hills and Lake Austin waterfront properties, positions us uniquely to serve discerning buyers and sellers. Whether you're seeking a family home near exemplary schools in Northwest Hills, a luxury estate in Westlake Hills with Hill Country views, or a lakefront property on Lake Austin, our collaborative team provides seamless, five-star service that transforms complex transactions into rewarding experiences.

Our Team

Joe Keenan, co-founder of Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate and top-producing Northwest Hills Austin Realtor, standing confidently in a luxury homeJoe Keenan

Principal Agent
(512) 415-7653
[email protected]

Education: United States Air Force Academy, B.S. 1999; St. Edward's University, MBA, 2005

Cara Keenan

Principal Agent
(512) 917-2326
[email protected]

Education: University of Texas at Austin, B.S.

Aiden Keenan

Team Member
(512) 839-3145)

Awards & Recognition

  • Austin Board of Realtors & Unlock MLS Top Team Award Winner: 2024
  • Austin Business Journal Residential Real Estate Awards: #12 Team Winner 2025, #14 Team Winner 2024, #11 Team Winner 2022, #9 Team Winner 2020, #7 Team Winner 2021, Top 50 Finalist 2011-2025
  • Platinum Top 50 REALTORS®: Winner 2011-2025 (15 consecutive years)
  • Platinum Top 500 REALTORS®: 2018-2025
  • Realty Austin Company-Wide #1 Top Producing Team: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
  • Realty Austin Company-Wide #2 Top Producing Team: 2018, 2019, 2024
  • Realty Austin Diamond Club $15M+ Top Producer: 2011-2025
  • Realty Austin 15-Year Legend: 2025
  • REAL Trends America's Best Real Estate Professionals: 2020-2025

Specialties

  • Buyer's Agent
  • Listing Agent
  • Relocation
  • Multifamily
  • Income Producing Properties
  • Consulting
  • Accredited Buyer Representative
  • Certified Default Resolution Specialist
  • Graduate REALTOR® Institute
  • Online Relocation Specialist

Community Involvement

Beyond transactions, we remain dedicated to our community through active involvement with these organizations - because we believe our success is measured not just by properties sold, but by lives positively impacted.

  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Foundation Communities
  • SAFE Alliance
  • Community First Village
  • Northwest Austin Civic Association (NWACA)
  • Northwest Austin Youth Basketball (NWAYBA)
  • Northwest Austin Kickball
  • Anderson High School PTA and PTSA
  • Doss Elementary PTA

Experience the difference of working with Austin's award-winning luxury real estate team. As Northwest Hills specialists with extensive expertise in 78731 and 78759, Westlake Hills market leaders, and Lake Austin waterfront experts, Keenan Group brings unparalleled local knowledge to every transaction. At Keenan Group, your goals become our mission, your success our priority.

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Cara & Joe are dedicated to helping you find your dream home and assisting with any selling needs you may have. Contact us today to start your home searching journey!

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