Austin, TX

Jen Graf

Jen is the sole principal of Graf Residential. Having served as a REALTOR in Austin for over 18 years, Jen exemplifies what you look for in a top Austin Real Estate Agent: client advocacy, white-glove customer service, keen insights into the market, honed negotiating skills and marketing prowess. Jen’s life-long passion for real estate and home design is what she's known for, not to mention the successful residential home builds she's developed and sold. 

Jen is actively engaged in Austin’s thriving design community and tech scene, from which she has been realized as a valuable resource when it comes to buying and selling real estate. 

Born and raised in Texas, Jen earned a degree in Design in Minneapolis before making her way back to Austin in 2001. Prior to building her career in Real Estate, Jen has held executive-level positions at several well-known design firms and was VP of Product Design at Spredfast, the leading social media marketing software as a service platform. Jen’s professional design and marketing experience has only added to her abilities as a REALTOR to market and sell your home, what is possibly one's most important financial assets.

A self-described ambassador for the Austin lifestyle, Jen believes the fabric of our city is made up of all the amazing people and unique businesses that have made Austin what it is today. Jen will go out of her way to bring people together and help make connections across her network of clients, colleagues and friends. 

In her 22 years living in Austin, Jen has lived in Travis Heights, Westlake, Allandale, and East Austin. Jen is currently a proud resident of the Cherrywood neighborhood.

About Austin

Living in Austin, Texas, offers a unique blend of vibrant culture, diverse neighborhoods, and a lifestyle that's often described as "weird" in the most endearing way. Known for its live music scene, tech industry, and outdoor activities, Austin attracts a wide range of people from all walks of life.

One of Austin's most popular neighborhoods is South Congress, or "SoCo," known for its eclectic shops, food trucks, and live music venues. Here, you'll find the iconic South Congress Avenue, lined with quirky boutiques and restaurants, creating a bohemian atmosphere that reflects Austin's free-spirited vibe.

For a taste of history and a vibrant artistic community, East Austin stands out. This neighborhood has seen significant revitalization in recent years, with a focus on preserving its unique character. It's home to a growing number of art galleries, local shops, and an array of culinary delights from food trucks to critically acclaimed restaurants.

Westlake, situated in the western part of the city, offers a more affluent and suburban lifestyle with beautiful homes, top-rated schools, and a serene environment along the banks of Lake Austin.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the city's access to beautiful natural spaces. Zilker Park, nestled in the heart of Austin, provides a lush escape with its hiking trails and the refreshing Barton Springs Pool, perfect for cooling off on a hot Texas day. Residents can also explore the Greenbelt, a network of hiking and biking trails along the Barton Creek, offering a serene wilderness experience just minutes from the city center.

Austin's lifestyle encourages creativity and entrepreneurship, with a burgeoning tech scene and we can’t forget the city's love for music which is evident by the numerous live music venues and annual events like Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival and South by Southwest (SXSW) , attracting artists and innovators from around the world.

Austin's unique blend of culture, neighborhoods, and lifestyle make it a truly special place to call home, where a mix of tradition and innovation is embraced, and where the "Keep Austin Weird" motto reflects the city's spirit of individualism and creativity.

Whether you prefer the vibrant East Austin scene, the suburban luxury of Westlake, or any of the city's diverse neighborhoods, there's something for everyone in this dynamic Texas capital and Jen is here it help you find your match.

Testimonials

“This review could be summed up in one line: you need Jen on your team!!! My partner and I recently relocated from Los Angeles, to Austin, TX, with relatively minimal knowledge of local neighborhoods, etc. Moving to an entirely new state, I wanted to work with someone who really understood areas that would best suit (and welcome) us, particularly as a gay couple. I also wanted to find an agent I could trust, not just anyone. Jen was all of that, and more. Jen truly takes a white glove approach to her work, and makes you feel taken care of throughout the process. She was extremely thorough, and she ensured I was aware of the risks (as well as opportunities), along the way. I knew that Jen would not cut corners, and that she had our best interests in mind at every step along the way. Despite the very competitive housing market in Austin currently, Jen helped us land our dream home, in our dream neighborhood, and we moved in a few months ago! Thank you for all of your help Jen!!!”

-Sarah Lambertson

“From our initial meeting, what had been a very stressful process became an exciting one. We immediately knew that Jen genuinely cared about us and valued our opinions, needs, and limitations regarding our future home purchase. Jen's wealth of knowledge about the Austin area led to the curation of a short list of neighborhoods within our price range. She helped us devise an efficient plan for visiting homes and worked off of our schedule to take us to see the listings in which we were interested. She never pressured us toward a decision or asked us to view homes outside our price range. She was also honest and direct with us when we asked for her opinion. This was most important during the inspection and negotiation process, once we decided on making an offer. 

We ended up purchasing a home during a difficult time. It was the beginning of the COVID-19 quarantine, and on top of that, we were out of town. Jen navigated this difficult scenario expertly, and we never had remorse about any decision we made. We feel so lucky to have gotten to work with Jen throughout this process. We strongly recommend her to anyone looking for an efficient, stress-free home search in Austin. We can't wait to have her over for dinner in our new home once the world returns to normal.”

-David and Ellen Cox

Compass RE, Texas LLC
TREC# 543394