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Jim Templeton

REALTOR®

Specialties

Online Relocation Specialist


Client Testimonials

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★★★★★
"I recently closed on my first home with Jim Templeton and wow was I impressed. Right when I had just about given up hope, Jim came in with an off market deal that was too good to pass up. Although the escrow process was not easy, Jim helped me easily navigate and counter throughout the transaction. Even after the deal has closed, Jim is still just a phone call away with recommendations and help!" - Jake J.

★★★★★
" have known Jim Templeton for several years now. He has been extremely helpful in helping me build my real estate practice. I lean on Jim for market insights and knowledge that I can share with my clients. Jim is someone I can trust to provide solid advice and help me better serve my clients." - Ana L.

★★★★★
"When we first dove into the Austin housing market looking to purchase, we were dreading the nightmarish process of applying for a ton of homes only to get wildly outbid. We had no prior knowledge to the process, and the information out there was absolutely daunting. Fortunately, we happened across Jim Templeton at an open house showing. We were sold on Jim when he started pulling up charts and spreadsheets on the local market, and telling us what would actually be a good deal. He immediately struck us as someone who has analytical and organizational skill. Through the listings that Jim sent over, we found it. The house that we wanted. With a mix of strategy, people skills, and proper data, Jim guided us into crafting an attractive offer that would stand out and be pleasing to both the seller and the buyer. Later that week, our first offer on the first house we liked was accepted. I can't imagine a better realtor than Jim. We've had other realtors before, but I never had a doubt in my mind that Jim was actually on our side. He made sure to get us exactly what we wanted, at the best deal possible. Jim was also very supportive and patient as he held our hands through the process of purchasing our first home - he went above and beyond the call of duty. In short, the process of purchasing our house was seamless. So. Seamless. We can't be happier with our new place and we highly recommend Jim to anyone who is looking for a place to call home." - Chad O.

★★★★★
"Jim went above and beyond in helping us through the selling process because we live in a different state. His strategy in marketing was excellent. His ability to be one step ahead and always kept us informed was very trusting. He’s a great person and friend!" - Linda & Ron T.

★★★★★
"From our first interaction, he was transparent, informative, and professional, which we really appreciated after meeting with other realtors that felt more like they were giving us a sales pitch than helping us find a home. Jim was focused on data and trends rather than gimmicks, and I believe that because of that we were able to buy the first house we put an offer on without getting in some crazy bidding war. Another thing that was very impressive was his organization - whenever something happened, Jim was on top of it and would let us know what was going on and the best way to proceed. He was always very clear about what we needed to do, and it made what is a very complicated process seem routine and simple." - Garrison W.

★★★★★
"We ran into Jim Templeton at an Open House, and since that moment, Jim has owned our time, given us invaluable perspective on choosing a home, and shared with us hard data on the Austin market that we used to make an informed decision on which home we eventually ended up with. Jim is very flexible, never complained about how many homes we wanted to see, and is a huge house nerd (lol) which translated to always sharing with us key insights on the build of the home, craftsmanship, potential problems, and which homes we wanted to run the other way from fast. I would 100% recommend Jim to anyone wanting to buy a home in Austin. I can't imagine anyone more informed and helpful in this process." - Matthew N.

★★★★★
"We've actually worked with Jim through a couple of home sales and purchases - he's always been fast and worked hard to help us understand all of the important information and get us good pricing expectations so we can be successful." - Allison B.

★★★★★
"We recently worked with Jim Templeton to sell our central Austin home. Jim was smart, professional, and responsive - helping us in our first time through the home sale process. He takes pride in being an expert in the Austin market and brought no shortage of insight and market data to the table to help us make informed decisions around list price, time on market, etc. We were out of the state for most of the process and his attentiveness made everything still feel seamless. After closing, he even went above and beyond when we had some packages accidentally shipped to our old address after we had already moved out of state - picking them up and keeping them at his house until we could take care of them. All in all, I can confidently recommend working with Jim and his team." - Chris D.

★★★★★
"Jim Templeton was absolutely amazing to work with. He was informative, friendly, and really put our stress of moving to a new city at ease. Jim's follow-up and thoroughness really made my wife and I feel like we were in great hands. We were able to land a lease in record time. I highly recommend working with him." - Tony A.

★★★★★
"Jim was fantastic to work with! He went above and beyond what could be expected and I would definitely recommend him!" - Gillian M.

★★★★★
"Jim surpassed all our expectations and was there with us in EVERY step of the process both before and after the purchase. Right from understanding what it takes to buy a property (As first-time owners we were unaware of the process), understanding the landscape of Austin and all its neighboring cities to pick the right place, Narrow down on our search (you can get lost with soo many options), work with the lender, provide valuable insights, Go above and beyond to do his research, WAS VERY WELL PREPARED FOR OUR 2 DAY VISIT TO AUSTIN by having already lined up the houses we needed to see, documented them as well. After our inspection was completed Jim was able to negotiate few items from the seller to be fixed which was a WIN WIN WIN situation for us. Being remote, I would say the sale went really smoothly and again Jim always kept note of our deadlines and sent us reminders so that we don't miss anything. After the sale, Jim also helped us find contractors and coordinate with them to fix the house and make it tenant-ready. I would definitely work again with Jim and have already recommended him to friends and family. There are good agents who do their job right, then come amazing agents who go beyond their duties to provide a good service, AND then comes JIM. If you have him as your agent, you are in good hands." - Saurabh V.

★★★★★
"Jim Templeton was awesome, very helpful and kind." - Sheila S.

★★★★★
"Jim Templeton is amazing! Incredibly communicative and the most knowledgable realtor I've ever worked with. I think it speaks volumes when you return to the same realtor over and over. Jim helped us sell our last home, and helped us find land. Once our new home is finished being built we will use him again to sell our current home. I wholeheartedly recommend Jim to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Austin area." - Justin B.

★★★★★
"Jim Templeton is the best realtor I've ever worked with; he made our home purchase a breeze! His knowledge, responsiveness, and commitment to us throughout the entire process are without parallel. Can't recommend him highly enough!" - Chance E.

★★★★★
"Jim Templeton helped us lock down an awesome two-bedroom in a great neighborhood that fell perfectly within our budget and desires. He was quick to respond to any questions and kept the ball rolling quick from when we first toured the property to signing the lease and beyond as he is now also our neighbor. On the third day we were in the house we got locked out for a few hours and Jim graciously let us relax at his home while we waited for a locksmith. All around a great experience." - Matthew G.



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About Jim
After a successful career as a semiconductor engineer and executive, Jim made the decision to pursue his passion for real estate. His clients love that he applies his engineering attention to detail, resourcefulness, and data-driven approach to his real estate practice. His executive-level training in negotiations benefits his clients regardless of which side of a transaction he represents. Jim is also very knowledgeable about homes, neighborhoods, and the market. 

Jim earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical engineering. He’s defined and developed over $3B worth of integrated circuits for demanding applications like automotive safety and high-availability servers. He founded a fabless semiconductor company and co-invented a communications protocol that’s been adopted by the world’s largest electronics companies. He’s been granted 10 US patents.

Originally from the East Coast, Jim moved across the country twice before settling in Austin in 1997. He has a passion for live music and can’t get enough of the blues. He’s a great carpenter and auto mechanic and owns two antique trucks. His love of travel has brought him to 30 countries, 46 states, and Puerto Rico. 

Jim Templeton’s Transactions

Past Sales
$969,000 | 8309 Elander Drive, Austin, TX 78730

$969,000

4
Bedrooms
2,647
Square Feet
0.41
Acres
$890,000 | 8008 Journeyville Drive, Austin, TX 78735

$890,000

5
Bedrooms
3,343
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$735,000 | 309 Cassidy Drive, Georgetown, TX 78628

$735,000

3
Bedrooms
2,519
Square Feet
1.03
Acres
$599,000 | 3809 Tamarack Trail, Austin, TX 78727

$599,000

3
Bedrooms
1,560
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
$568,000 | 8008 Snook Hook Trail, Austin, TX 78729

$568,000

3
Bedrooms
2,321
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$549,900 | 8621 Daisy Cutter Crossing, Georgetown, TX 78626

$549,900

4
Bedrooms
2,338
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$540,000

4
Bedrooms
1,846
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$500,000 | 2509 Field Lark Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681

$500,000

4
Bedrooms
2,470
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$499,990 | 344 Smithsonian Lane, Kyle, TX 78640

$499,990

4
Bedrooms
2,449
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$489,000 | 2602 Harrowden Drive, Austin, TX 78727

$489,000

4
Bedrooms
2,048
Square Feet
0.30
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$465,000

4
Bedrooms
2,280
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$399,000 | 304 Blackson Avenue, Unit A, Austin, TX 78752

$399,000

3
Bedrooms
1,387
Square Feet
$389,900 | 13811 Randalstone Drive, Pflugerville, TX 78660

$389,900

4
Bedrooms
1,953
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$355,000

4
Bedrooms
1,857
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage

$349,000

4
Bedrooms
1,813
Square Feet
0.33
Acres
$345,000 | 14815 Avery Ranch Boulevard, Unit 3602, Austin, TX 78717

$345,000

2
Bedrooms
1,231
Square Feet
$299,000 | 1711 Provident Lane, Round Rock, TX 78664

$299,000

3
Bedrooms
1,295
Square Feet
0.16
Acres
Past Rentals
a view of a pathway with a yard

$6,000

3
Bedrooms
2,826
Square Feet
$4,600 | 1709 South 6th Street, Austin, TX 78704

$4,600

4
Bedrooms
2,090
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$3,000 | 4702 Fountain Grass Lane, Austin, TX 78723

$3,000

3
Bedrooms
1,572
Square Feet
0.07
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$2,300

4
Bedrooms
2,280
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$2,100 | 200 Copper Lily Drive, Liberty Hill, TX 78642

$2,100

4
Bedrooms
2,280
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$1,900 | 560 Woodsorrel Way, Round Rock, TX 78665

$1,900

3
Bedrooms
1,471
Square Feet
0.14
Acres