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Stefan Benteler

REALTORĀ®

Awards

Platinum Top 50 Austin WINNER
Austin Business Journal WINNER - Top 25 in Austin
Platinum Top 500 REALTORSĀ® 2021, 2023, 2024
REAL Trends Verified Agent 2024 - Ranked #61 in Texas

Specialties

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting,
Homeward Certified
PSA designation (Pricing Strategy Advisor)
RENE designation (Real Estate Negotiations Expert)
National Association of REALTORSĀ® (NARĀ®)
Austin Board of REALTORSĀ® (ABORĀ®)
Texas Association of REALTORSĀ® (TARĀ®)



Client Testimonials

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"Stefan Benteler and his team went above and beyond to get our house sold in this incredibly challenging market. We have bought and sold many houses throughout the years and working with Stefan has been the best realtor experience we’ve had - ever. From the amazing photography and pricing guidance to the weekly personalized progress reports and offer negotiations, he’s been an absolute rockstar. If you’re considering buying or selling Stefan should be your go to guy." - TyAnn O.

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"Great marketing of our properties. Really went above and beyond to get top value." - Jefferson R.

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"I recently had the pleasure of working with Stefan as my realtor, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! Being a first-time homebuyer, the process of buying a home, let alone a new build at that, was uncharted territory. However, working with Stefan provided such peace of mind. From our first meeting, Stefan took the time to understand my needs and preferences, ensuring that every step of the homebuying process was manageable. His expertise about neighborhoods and builders was invaluable. I was grateful to lean on him when it came to navigating the complexities of purchasing a new build. Stefan's knowledge and guidance helped me make informed decisions and feel confident every step of the way. He was always available to answer my questions, provide updates, and offer support. Stefan's dedication and professionalism are truly exceptional. Stefan went above and beyond to assist me with warranty items even after closing on my home. Thanks to him, my family and I are now happily settled in our beautiful new home. I highly recommend Stefan to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy realtor to walk alongside you in your homebuying journey. Thank you, Stefan, for making our dream home a reality!" - Ashleigh E.

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"Stefan did an amazing job helping me with an estate transaction. He was very knowledgeable about the process and had the right systems in place for a very smooth closing. I would definitely use Stefan and his team again." - Brad Y.

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"We recently had the pleasure of working with Stefan to find our first home and had a great experience. From the beginning, Stefan and his team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and local market knowledge. They took the time to understand our needs and preferences, guiding us through each step of the home-buying process with patience and expertise. We couldn't be happier with the outcome and highly recommend Stefan to anyone looking to buy a home." - Nick S.

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"I was blown away by the level of professionalism and high quality of work by Stefan and his team. I forwarded my listing to my friends and everyone agreed it looked like the kind of listing you might see on a multi-million dollar home. Amazing pictures, video, and listing. Stefan also relies heavily upon data to help set appropriate pricing, which I believe had a big part in the quick sale of my home in a down market. I can't recommend him highly enough!" - Wes B.

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" We had a GREAT experience with Stefan and his team. They had clear communication, helped every step of the way and provided wonderful guidance. I'd be happy to leave reviews for their team and will get on that this week. " - Alyson H.

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"Stefan is a rockstar of Austin Realty! He took a turbulent process (and market) and made it so smooth for us to sell our home. From stepping through our front door day one, it was evident that he had exceptional knowledge of the real estate market. His attention to detail and thorough understanding of market trends in our neighborhood played a significant role in the sale of our property. It was abundantly clear that he was available to answer our questions anytime while offering valuable advice every step of the way. Stefan and his amazing team worked tirelessly to market our house to the right buyer which obviously resulted in the desired outcome! I cannot recommend Stefan enough to anyone looking for a trustworthy, dedicated, and knowledgeable agent. Thank you for making this experience a positive one!" - Jeff + Caitlin G.

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"There are not enough good things I can say about Stefan. My family and I had been browsing homes without a realtor when we suddenly found The One. In just one day after contacting Stefan after a friend recommended him, he came in with an amazing game plan to help us get our dream home and to sell our current home. Stefan was always on top of every detail so that we could be competitive as both buyers and sellers. He crushed negotiating for our dream home and worked out a deal we could not believe. On the flip side, when representing us as sellers, Stefan has fiercely protected our interests and has gone above and beyond in every capacity to make our home shine. And Stefan's amazing support team - BJ and Michelle - were phenomenal every step of the way. Stefan - thank you so much. We are so grateful to have had you representing us!" - Anna F.

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"I'll cut right to the chase -- I can't imagine anyone better than Stefan! This was the first time we sold a house, and Stefan was understanding and professional, helping us decide the best list price and very useful tips on staging. He was in constant communication leading up to the house being listed officially, did an outstanding job marketing it and always brought in interested buyers. He did an outstanding job dealing with our eventual buyers, not only getting us the best price possible, but also shielding us from the ups and downs of the negotiations. He negotiated endlessly with the buyers to get us the best deal possible, thinking ahead to future problems that could be in store. The entire process moved so quickly, but Stefan was there the entire time to talk to us about what was happening and what our options were. Lastly, when we ran into issues with our security deposit at the end of the 7 day lease back, Stefan was a stabilizing force, helping us craft the best response to the buyer's actions and working tirelessly with their agent. He even made us whole when the other side could not see reason. We are so grateful we had him through this trying process. If anyone asks me whom they should enlist to sell their home, we both will immediately reply with: Stefan!" - Ali + Taylor T.

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"Stefan is an absolute rockstar and made the stressful experience of preparing then selling a house as easy and enjoyable as I can possibly imagine. He was responsive and timely from the very first time I reached out to him and communicated very clearly about the timeline, milestones, and actions along the way. He helped us form a plan for listing the house and stuck to his commitments, adjusting as needed to external forces. He used comprehensive data to help guide us toward listing, set well-informed expectations, then proceeded to exceed them beyond anything we were anticipating. He was there for us throughout the entire process and made us feel like he cared as much as we did about our success. I can't imagine a better realtor and would use him again in a heartbeat." - John G.

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"Our thoughts around Stefan are nothing but positive. We were introduced to Stefan through an agent who is a personal friend. Our friend told us he wasn’t familiar enough with the area in which our duplex was located to adequately represent us. He also said he would highly recommend a person who was and that was Stefan. We met with our agent friend and Stefan in early May. Stefan looked at the property, made a couple of suggestions for fix up and we formulated a plan to get the property listed before the end of May. We talked listing price, but Stefan wanted some time to look at the market and formulate a marketing plan. In the meantime we were working on the items suggested by Stefan. Stefan got back to us within in a week to discuss listing price and a marketing plan. We agreed to the plan as it appeared to be logical and well thought out. Our collective goal was to have the property ready to take photos on the Monday before Memorial Day and have the listing go live the Thursday before the Memorial Day weekend. We collectively met that goal set in early May and the property went live late on the Thursday before the Memorial Day weekend. The photos and video of the property and description of the property were excellent. By Thursday of the following week, Stefan had 5 offers for the property and Stefan advised any late comers to submit offers before 5 PM that day. That evening we reviewed the offers and selected one. The following day Stefan advised us we had also received a back up offer on the property for more than the offer we accepted. We were happy with the offer we accepted, but the backup was a comfort if for some reason our contract fell through. From beginning to end Stefan was insightful, thorough, and professional through out the entire process. We would recommend him to anyone who has a property to sell, but with this caveat . You need to listen to what Stefan has to say as he knows more about the market and what is happening in the marketplace than does the client. If your are willing to follow his lead, then we believe you will have a satisfactory outcome. In addition to Stefan, our dealings with the entire Reality Austin Team that supports him was outstanding. We are very thankful our agent friend who led us to Stefan." - Jim + Mildred S.

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"Stefan Benteler helped my wife and I relocate from North Carolina recently. He was very patient in showing us multiple homes, asked insightful questions, and gave us a great overview of this area. His research found us a great home, and he was expert at negotiating a great deal for us. We couldn't be happier." - Rick + Eileen F.

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"Stefan Benteler at Compass provided an exceptional home buying experience for us. He was detail oriented, had great communication and went above and beyond to meet our needs." - Chelsey R.

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"It was such a pleasure working with Stefen Benteler! He made the process easy from beginning to end! He kept us informed every step of the way! His marketing and video of our home were amazing. He sold our home in just 12 days on market! We highly recommend him and his team! " - Traci L.

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"We recently had the pleasure of working with Stefan Benteler at Austin Realty to sell our home, and cannot recommend him highly enough! From the very beginning, he impressed us with his professionalism, expertise, and dedication to helping us achieve our goals. Right from our first meeting, it was clear that he knew the local market inside and out. He took the time to listen carefully to our needs and preferences, and was always happy to answer any questions or address any concerns that we had. Throughout the entire process, he was incredibly responsive and proactive, keeping us informed every step of the way and providing valuable insights and advice at every turn. One of the things that really stood out to us about Stefan was his attention to detail. He took the time to ensure that our home was presented in the best possible light, from staging and photography to marketing materials and online listings. He even went above and beyond by providing virtual tours and hosting open houses to attract potential buyers. Thanks to his hard work and expertise our home sold quickly. I truly could not have asked for a better experience, and I would recommend Stefan to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. His dedication, professionalism, and commitment to his clients are truly second to none!! 10/10 - would come back just to sell another home with Stefan!" - Michael N.

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"I can't speak highly enough of my experience working with Stefan. Stefan provided valuable advice and guidance throughout the entire process and made a daunting undertaking manageable. He helped to set my expectations so that I was always prepared for what was coming next. Ultimately, he helped me reach my goals even as the market was rapidly cooling. I've had the pleasure of knowing Stefan for over 25 years and it brought me great comfort to know I was working with a friend. But I imagine all of his clients enjoy the feeling of working with a trusted friend, because that is the level of care and ethic of service that Stefan brings to his work. " - Jennifer C.

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"Stefan was awesome. Extremely patient and very knowledgeable about the market trends and area neighborhoods. He made our Austin house purchase so much fun:). We highly recommend him!" - Katherine C.

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"He is great! One can see that he really invests his time to understand the customer needs, he goes above and beyond to find the right product and brings to our attention the key elements we should be considering. He is also very responsive." - Lucas

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"My husband and I are very pleased with the experience we had working with Stefan. Although we’re not first time buyers, it was our first time buying in the US. Having someone on our side that we could trust was relevant for us to feel comfortable taking important decisions that had to be made throughout the process. Stefan was always super kind and patient, attentive to our needs and requests, in addition to being a competent and knowledgeable professional. Couldn’t recommend him enough!" - Daniela

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"My wife and I have bought and sold a number of houses over the years and I can say without reservation that Stefan Benteler is the finest real estate agent we have ever worked with. He understands the market conditions, gives great advise, brings the full suite of marketing tools to bear and worked tirelessly to position our home in a challenged Austin real estate market. Stefan is meticulous in his attention to detail and proactively prepped and then followed up with every broker who brought clients to visit our home. Stefan has high integrity and is a really nice guy. Needless to say, we are thrilled with the outcome of the sale of our home. Simply said, if you are looking to buy or sell in the Austin market, hire Stefan Benteler." - Bill H.

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"This was my 1st time buying a home with an agent. Stefan made the process easy to understand and supported me every step of the way. His personalized service was 2nd to none. The first time we me he took the time to understand what I was looking for in a home as well as what I was looking for in a Real Estate agent. From there on his service exceeded my expectations every step of the way. Whether it was scouting homes, doing focused walk throughs, and deal negotiations. Ultimately I ended up with a house my dogs and I are happy to call "home" and it is all thanks to Stefan and team at Compass." - Andrew S.

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" We were referred to Stefan by a friend in Austin and are so grateful for the referral! As first-time home buyers and new residents in Texas, my husband and I were nervous about navigating the daunting Austin housing market. Stefan made us feel in control of the experience and walked us through the ins and outs of everything from choosing the right area for us, what to look for in home and finally the process of closing. Stefan was available for all of our questions, had our best interests in mind and brought a feeling of joy and excitement to our home-search journey that was inspiring. We loved working with Stefan and look forward to having him as a resource and friend in the Austin area! " - Ronit L.

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"When we began contemplating selling our home, we reached out to many different agents (a few that lived in our neighborhood as well) to learn more about the market, their process, what we could expect, and much more. We were looking for somebody that we could trust, somebody that would be honest with us, and somebody that seemed to genuinely care about us as people. We are a couple that goes with our gut, and after having one conversation with Stefan, we were 1000% confident he would be the perfect agent to work with us. He was thoughtful in his questions for us, he communicated professionally but comfortably, and honestly we felt like he would do anything to help us make a massive transition in an even wilder time of uncertainty with the market. As you know, the circumstances in the fall of 2021 were dramatically different that where we ended in September of 2022. To say we were stressed watching the current real estate climate would be an understatement, but at no point did we ever question the decision we made to have Stefan represent us. He frequently communicated with us what he and his fellow agents were seeing in the market, whether that information was good or bad. He was available to answer our questions and listen to our vented frustration over the current conditions. He was never pushy, but clear in his assessment of what it would take for us to sell our home. When we listed our house in July, it was obvious that it was going to be a different sales duration and process than we anticipated when we started. However, with his advice, we priced our home correctly and had much greater traffic and buyer activity than any other home in our neighborhood. He really was the silver bullet that lead to our house going (and staying) under contract. To say we would recommend him is an understatement that we cannot completely put into words. We would unquestionably refer as many people in the Austin area as we could to work with him, and we hope that by sharing this experience it provides some peace of mind to other buyers who are looking for the absolute best. We have no doubts that we also made a friend out of this relationship; that's how incredible he was to work with. " - Joe + Ashley P.

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"We were so pleased to get introduced to Stefan Benteler at Compass. He helped us with the purchase of a new build and provided us with the utmost support, advice and served as our advocate when we couldn't be present. Stefan is extremely professional but has such an easy, relaxed demeanor that you feel immediately comfortable and confident with him guiding you. He stuck by our side for a year while we were having our house built. He never lost interest in us through this long process. We would have no qualms in utilizing his services again or referring him to any who needed a reliable, go-the-distance kind of guy. He's one of the best!" - Linda B.

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" I had the pleasure of working with Stefan Benteler on a recent home-buying transaction. Stefan was very professional and easy to work with. He is an excellent realtor to work with and I look forward to working with him again in the future. I highly recommend Stefan! " - Josh B.

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"Stefan is THE BEST. Super responsive and a STELLAR negotiator. Stefan navigated my buyer's offer to a quick acceptance, and then negotiated a price reduction from seller when the property under-appraised in the week before close. I've bought and sold a few properties, and of all the real estate agents I've come across - Stefan is the Superstar!!" - Andrea L.

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"Stefan provided stellar support throughout our home selling experience. He and his team were professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and reliable throughout the entire process. We were facing a quick job relocation and felt very lucky to find him on short notice! I would highly recommend his realtor services to others." - Theresa + Mike

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"Stefan Benteler with Compass is the real deal! He is absolutely wonderful to work with and really cares about his clients. He is the most thoughtful, honest, and hard-working person we’ve met. And now, he is a huge part of our financial independence journey. He is one in a zillion and we highly recommend him…the best of the best! We are forever grateful for what he’s done for us!" - Austin + Kristin B.

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"Stefan Benteler is hands down the best realtor! If you are looking for top-tier, gold-level service, then #BetterCallStefan. Aside from the fact that Stefan is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and patient, he is a wonderful person with impeccable work ethics and business morals. A++ across the board! Thank you, Stefan!" - Krista F.

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"Stefan Benteler with Compass is the real deal! He is absolutely wonderful to work with and really cares about his clients. He is the most thoughtful, honest, and hard-working person we’ve met. And now he is a huge part of our financial independence journey. He is one in a zillion and we highly recommend him…the best of the best! We are forever grateful for what he’s done for us!" - Kristin + Austin B.

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"Stefan has been a pleasure to work with selling my NW Hills property. The process was easy, he took care of all the backend paperwork and contracts. Also wrote the contract that was favorable to me and was accepted by the buyer. He followed up daily on everything and highly recommend Stefan for seller's wanting a full-service realtor. " - Tim

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"Stefan is an exceptional agent and recently helped us purchase a wonderful home in the competitive 78745 neighborhood! He is not only resourceful and extremely knowledgeable about all things real estate, but his negotiation skills are second to none. It doesn't hurt that he has an incredible reputation and network, as well!
On a personal level, Stefan is caring and patient (two underrated attributes in this profession) and always has our best interests in mind. We can't recommend Stefan enough and we'll certainly continue to work with him in the future. Thanks for everything!
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"We lucked out in having Stefan as our realtor! From moment one he took time to get to know us, patiently address every question and concern, and most importantly, was genuine about finding us a home that fit our needs. He went above and beyond, both with attention to detail and, with his care for us as newcomers to Austin. In such an insane market, he managed to find us a home in a very short amount of time, for less than we even anticipated, AND with a surprisingly smooth process. We seriously can’t thank him enough and loved our time working with him. We’d work with him again in a heartbeat, and will recommend him to everyone who’s looking to buy in Austin!!" - Dana

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"My wife and I are both from out of state so we really appreciated Stefan going out of his way to drive us to different neighborhoods in Austin and explaining all the pros and cons of each area. On several occasions when we were not around, he took the time to check out several properties for us and even gave us video tours and shared his observations and honest opinion which we highly appreciated. Since we met Stefan a little over a year ago we’ve done 4 transactions together and hope to continue our relationship because we trust that he will always get things done and help us reach our goals. " - Ali

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"We had an amazing experience with Stefan. Neither my partner nor I had ever been to Austin when we made the decision to move here. Because of that, we needed someone who could secure a great spot for us sight unseen, while also guiding our decision on choosing the ideal neighborhood for us. Stefan was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and exceeded our expectations every step of the way. It felt great to have him in our corner throughout the entire process. We're very happy with our new home, and if anyone in ATX is looking for a real estate agent, I'll be referring them to Stefan." - Sam J.

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"There are a lot of realtors. But there are NO realtors like Stefan. He is a master at his craft: a true negotiator, someone you want by your side in this crazy market. I would recommend Stefan over and over again... here is why: HIS PROCESS- From our first conversation, I felt like Stefan was really listening to what we wanted. He was patient, kind, and above all, he showed that he cared about us being in the right house. He honed in on exactly what type of home we wanted and found us the property we needed. We appreciated the time he took to walk us through the process, especially since this was our first time buying a home. He made everything so easy and explained everything really well. Though he is one of the busiest realtors in Austin, I never felt like he rushed us or didn't have time to answer questions. Which we appreciated. HIS KNOWLEDGE- This man knows. He knows the market, he knows the trends, he knows the neighborhoods. His knowledge expands past "looking at comps"-- he researches, he predicts, and he's pretty darn accurate. I swear it's like he has ESP. HIS PERSONALITY- Stefan is fun.. he's a super cool guy and always comes off as relaxed. But let me tell you, don't let his tranquility fool you- he is sharp and can negotiate like nobody's business. I am sitting in my house today, and can 100% tell you that without Stefan, I would not be sitting here. Or in a house in Austin at all. This market is ridiculous and discouraging if you don't have the right realtor. Stefan was the reason why we were able to buy our dream house even though we lived out of state. We love Stefan and consider him one of the best people on Earth. I recommend Stefan to everyone I know, and eventually, when I plan to sell this house, I know Stefan will probably call me first because he is intuitive like that. THANK YOU STEFAN!" - Julia P.

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"I’ve moved 6x in my professional career and have dealt with a few realtors over the years, I will say that Stefan was one of the best if not the BEST. His understanding of my needs and communication was spot on. As you may or may not know, I relocated to the Austin area with very little knowledge of the area, the activities, or the city. I am wanting to rent for a while until I determine where I want to purchase. The timing was tight and Stefan’s approach, willingness to support, and questions in my search, sets him above all others. I was surprised by the vast selection of homes in the area, but after thoughtful consideration of my personal needs, Stefan was able to narrow the search down quickly. His personal sales style, his understanding of the market, and available tools made the search so much better and enjoyable. I look forward to working with him in the future when I decide to purchase. You have a really good team member on your team." - Ken J.

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"We had a great experience working with Stefan from start to finish. Would definitely work with him again and recommend him to friends as well." - Mathieu

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"Stefan was AMAZING to work with and always went the extra mile for us. We went from a leasing search to a buying search all because he encouraged us to feel like we could buy if we wanted to. He was right. We found the most perfect of houses, and he made sure we locked into contract as fast as possible, so we didn’t lose the house we wanted. He really knows the Austin market, in and out, and brings so much value to your search and purchase process. Our family can not recommend him highly enough. 1,000 stars!" - Heather D.

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"We really enjoyed our experience with Stefan. He was able to get a feel for what we wanted quickly, efficiently set up showings when we came to Austin, helped advise us on neighborhoods, and, in the midst of a crazy real estate market, got us the right house at the right price - in a day! Very knowledgeable, friendly, professional. A super guy and a fantastic agent. He hung with us through a complicated closing process, too. We've worked with a number of agents over the years, and Stefan was far and away the best. I would recommend him highly and plan to use him to help us with some real estate investing once we get to Austin." - Bill H.

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"When we were looking for a home in the Tahoe area of California, Stefan connected us with another realtor in his network, Sally Kleffman, who found us the perfect home! Sally listened to exactly what we were looking for and guided us through every step of the way. We knew we could trust Stefan to match us with the perfect realtor and could not be happier with the outcome! " -Adam, Molly, + Annie

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"Working with Stefan was an absolute pleasure. He has all the knowledge, experience, skill, and resources to go from beginning to end of the home buying process. He was a great listener, and we were able to find everything I was looking for in my house. I couldn’t ask for a better experience and couldn’t ask for a better agent and friend!" - John F.

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"Stefan was incredible to work with. This was the first house I bought, and I was overwhelmed by the technical and emotional process. Stefan was incredibly patient. He walked me through each part of the process and helped me understand each option's trade-offs. He was patient, kind, and understanding with me while being strategic and assertive with the sellers. I felt good knowing that Stefan was on my side. He's a good human, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Austin." - Nathalie M. /b>

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"We cannot thank Stefan enough for finding us our Austin home. We moved from out of state and were unfamiliar with the market and what it takes to win here.
After feeling frustrated with the buying process, we turned to Stefan, and he found us the perfect home. Stefan took us on countless virtual showings, found us a temporary rental while we tried to buy, and ultimately negotiated a great off-market deal. We would not have won this home without Stefan, his connections, and creativity. He navigated us through the final stages of the new construction process, texting and calling almost daily, for close to 2 months before we finally closed.
Stefan is tenacious, scrappy, and one of the hardest working people I know. I have referred multiple friends who've also had incredible experiences with Stefan. Stefan is a great Realtor and an even better human.
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"Stefan Benteler is the best in the biz. We've worked with many Realtors before and can say he is, hands down, the best. He listens, he communicates, he is always one step ahead of the "game." Stefan was empathetic and human. It never felt transactional or impersonal. He understood what a big deal selling our home and uprooting our lives was. His strategy was spot-on, and his guidance throughout the process was stellar. If you've been lucky enough to stumble upon this review, don't hesitate another minute." - Drew J.

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"We had an incredible experience with Stefan on purchasing land for our forever home. I was referred to Stefan by a friend, who I began following on Instagram. We went from responding to one of his Instagram posts to him taking the time to chat with me on the phone. Without even meeting me yet, Stefan answered all my texts and calls regarding numerous properties and lots on the market. Once we found the one, Stefan used his network and incredible negotiation skills to get us under contract with multiple offers! Once under contract, we experienced some title and appraisal issues which Stefan helped us navigate with his expertise. At the end of it all, we closed on our dream location in 21 days! I have never worked with someone so responsive, caring, and professional. Stefan will be our Realtor for life!" - Kari A.

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"We loved working with Stefan. As out of state investors, we were very skeptical of the whole buying process in a new area, but working with Stefan made it very easy for us. He is caring, empathic, positive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. He is also a great listener, which makes it easy to communicate with and effective to go through the buying process. We only had 3 days in Austin, in the middle of the Christmas Holiday break. We toured a few different properties, and we found a golden gem. He helped us run the numbers to see whether or not it would be a good investment. Once we decided to move forward with an offer, he made it extremely easy. Our offer was accepted within 24hrs and one counter-offer later, we had the house. Since we were out of state investors, he helped us arrange the inspection, negotiation based on our findings and saved us more money. He has been our champion since day 1 and has supported us through the whole buying process. We hope to do more business with him in the Austin area and highly recommend working with Stefan." - Paneez K.

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"This was the second time in a year that I have worked with Stefan, this time to buy a house. From setting up the home search to being under contract, Stefan helped me do it in just over a month. He helped me to be competitive on our offers, and we won on our second try! Stefan communicated with me through every step of the process, gave great advice for this crazy Austin market, and answered any questions I had, which was reassuring for a first time home buyer. If there is another opportunity in the future to buy/sell a home, I would happily work with Stefan again." - Michelle P.

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"Stefan made it very easy for me. Overall great experience!" - Kumari G.

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"Thank you so much Stefan! We love the house so much and couldn't have asked for a better person to help us find our dream home and be by our side through the whole purchasing process. We are so fortunate to have been introduced to you, work with you, and now be friends! I cannot recommend this man enough if you are looking to buy or sell a home!" - Sarah + Austin C.

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"Truly a pleasure. He always comes through, and I'm glad to know him. I fully recommend him." - Steve G.

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"Stefan did a great job of providing housing options that fit my needs. He also facilitated all the talks with leasing managers and made the overall process so easy for me, especially during this very challenging quarantine time. I greatly appreciate all his help and hard work!" - Kristine B.

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"Stefan was so great. We were in LA at the time and he went to the rental and Facetimed and walked us through the house. He went far and beyond for us." - Sue R.

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"Stefan is the ideal candidate if you're looking for a place. He helped my wife, and I find a great house to start our journey. He is very patient and dedicated! Thanks, Stefan!" - Mark A.

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"Stefan is one of the HARDEST WORKING agents I have met. He will listen to you and HELP YOU." - Byron S.

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"Stefan was absolutely great in helping me find a place to lease in a very short amount of time. Hopefully, we can work together again when I am ready to purchase a home." - Michelle P.



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About Stefan
Stefan is not only a performing artist and entrepreneur but also the #1 Top Producing REALTORĀ® at his 630-agent brokerage, showcasing his exceptional skills and dedication in the real estate industry. His remarkable achievements include winning Platinum Top 50 in Austin and being recognized as a Top Agent by the Austin Business Journal, placing him in the top 25 realtors in all of Austin, Texas. These accolades highlight his commitment to excellence and his ability to deliver outstanding results for his clients. 

With over 20 years of experience in the music business, Stefan brings a unique perspective to real estate, combining creativity with pragmatism to navigate transactions with finesse. His emphasis on the human element, coupled with a deep understanding of financial implications, ensures that every deal is handled with care and expertise. Stefan's innate ability to build rapport and negotiate effectively gives his clients a distinct advantage in the market, positioning them for success whether they are selling, buying, or investing. 

Outside of his real estate endeavors, Stefan remains actively engaged in his passions, including performing and recording with local bands, fostering dogs in need, and volunteering at the Austin Animal Center. He cherishes quality time with his wife and two daughters, exploring Austin's vibrant music and art scene, and enjoying the city's beer gardens, restaurants, and parks. 

Stefan's commitment to his clients, coupled with his exceptional track record and industry recognition, make him a trusted advisor and top choice for all real estate needs. He is currently a proud member of the National Association of REALTORSĀ®, the Austin Board of REALTORSĀ®, and the Texas Association of REALTORSĀ®.

Stefan Benteler’s Listings

a front view of a house with a yard
a front view of a house with a yard and garage
a living room with wooden floor stairs and a potted plant
a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a kitchen with a dining table chairs and white cabinets
a dining room with furniture potted plants and wooden floor
a bedroom with a large bed couch and windows
a white bath tub sitting next to a window
a large bed sitting in a bedroom next to a window
a living room with furniture and a window
a front view of a house with a yard
a view of an entryway with a workspace
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a large window
a dining room with furniture and window
a view of a dining room with furniture and window
a dining room with furniture and window
an open kitchen with granite countertop a sink a stove and refrigerator
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove a refrigerator and a fireplace
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink a stove and a refrigerator
a living room with furniture and a chandelier
a bathroom with a sink and mirror
a spacious bathroom with a double vanity sink a mirror and a shower
a living room with furniture and a window
a bathroom with double vanity sink and a mirror
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink mirror and vanity
a view of an empty room with a window
a bathroom with a bathtub
a view of an empty room with a window
a view of a porch
a view of staircase with railing and a chandelier
a view of a house with backyard and sitting area
a view of backyard
a view of outdoor space and yard
a view of bathroom
a view of a room with gym equipment
a view of a backyard with sitting area
front view of house with a yard
a black and white photo of a park
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Listed By CompassOpen: 7/19 03:00PM - 05:00PM

$1,899,000

5
Bedrooms
4,420
Square Feet
5.01
Acres
a front view of a house with plants and trees
a view of house with outdoor space
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances kitchen island wooden cabinets and granite counter tops
a large kitchen with kitchen island a stove a sink dishwasher and a refrigerator with wooden floor
an empty room with wooden floor fan and windows
a living room with furniture and a large window
a kitchen with granite countertop a stove and a wooden floors
a close view of a stove top oven
a view of a room with furniture and windows
a bathroom with a tub and a shower
a bathroom with a double vanity sink and mirror
a bathroom with a bathtub and a shower
a view of outdoor space with seating
a view of a yard
a view of a park with large trees
a view of a backyard
a living room with furniture and a large window
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Compass Coming Soon

$1,100,000

4
Bedrooms
3,153
Square Feet
0.00
Acres
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
$675,000 | 341 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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Listed By CompassPending

$675,000

4
Bedrooms
2,805
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
view of city and mountain
a view of multiple houses with a yard
a picture of a bathroom with a shower
an aerial view of residential building and trees
an aerial view of multiple house
an aerial view of a house with a yard
a view of a yard
a front view of residential houses with yard and trees
a vase of flowers sitting on a table
a view of outdoor space and yard
a view of a horse in a yard
a view of snow covered with trees
a view of mountain view with of trees
a view of mountain covered with snow in outdoor space
a view of yard covered with snow
an aerial view of residential house and trees
an aerial view of house with yard and mountain in the back
view of city and mountain
a view of a pathway both side of yard
a view of residential houses with city view
a view of a city
a view of a sky view
view of a city
an aerial view of residential houses with outdoor space and trees
an aerial view of multiple house
an aerial view of multiple house
a view of lake and mountain
an aerial view of residential houses with outdoor space
a view of outdoor space with city view
a view of a big yard with lots of trees
$495,000 | Lot 9 Silas Trail, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
$495,000 | Lot 9 Silas Trail, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
$495,000 | Lot 9 Silas Trail, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
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Listed By Compass

$495,000

Unavailable
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Bathrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
7.45
Acres

Stefan Benteler’s Transactions

Past Sales
$2,740,000 | 805 Newman Drive, Austin, TX 78703

$2,740,000

3
Bedrooms
2,729
Square Feet
0.12
Acres
$2,400,000 | 442 Delayne Drive, Austin, TX 78737

$2,400,000

4
Bedrooms
4,117
Square Feet
0.65
Acres
$2,399,998 | 2402 South 3rd Street, Austin, TX 78704

$2,399,998

6
Bedrooms
3,435
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$2,199,000 | 805 Newman Drive, Austin, TX 78703

$2,199,000

3
Bedrooms
2,729
Square Feet
0.12
Acres
$2,100,000 | 317 Crosswater Lane, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$2,100,000

3
Bedrooms
3,936
Square Feet
0.99
Acres

$1,999,999

4
Bedrooms
$1,850,000 | 17108 Flagler Drive, Austin, TX 78738

$1,850,000

4
Bedrooms
3,694
Square Feet
1.10
Acres

$1,585,000

4
Bedrooms
a living room with furniture and a fireplace

$1,499,900

4
Bedrooms
4,762
Square Feet
1.07
Acres
$1,350,000 | 2402 South 3rd Street, Unit A, Austin, TX 78704

$1,350,000

4
Bedrooms
2,375
Square Feet

$1,329,999

4
Bedrooms
$1,300,000 | 2402 South 3rd Street, Unit A, Austin, TX 78704

$1,300,000

4
Bedrooms
2,410
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$1,200,000 | 1600 South 1st Street, Unit 410, Austin, TX 78704

$1,200,000

3
Bedrooms
1,827
Square Feet
$1,185,000 | 3301 Garden Villa Lane, Austin, TX 78704

$1,185,000

4
Bedrooms
2,737
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
a view of a house with backyard

$1,150,000

3
Bedrooms
2,032
Square Feet
0.09
Acres
a view of a house with a sink and dishwasher

$1,100,000

4
Bedrooms
3,631
Square Feet
0.81
Acres
$1,050,000 | 7012 Magenta Lane, Austin, TX 78739

$1,050,000

4
Bedrooms
4,123
Square Feet
0.2
Acres
$1,000,000 | 156 Sea Hero Place, Austin, TX 78737

$1,000,000

4
Bedrooms
3,674
Square Feet
1.84
Acres
Past Rentals
$5,000 | 1789 Headwaters Boulevard, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$5,000

4
Bedrooms
3,200
Square Feet
0.29
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$4,500

4
Bedrooms
3,202
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$4,500

4
Bedrooms
3,262
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$4,500

4
Bedrooms
3,202
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$4,200

4
Bedrooms
3,202
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$4,200 | 189 Hazy Hills Loop, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$4,200

4
Bedrooms
3,154
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
$4,000 | 829 Dayridge Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$4,000

4
Bedrooms
2,567
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$3,900 | 237 Moonlit Stream Pass, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$3,900

4
Bedrooms
2,847
Square Feet
0.16
Acres
front view of house with a yard

$3,600

4
Bedrooms
2,408
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$3,495 | 265 Moonlit Stream Pass, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$3,495

4
Bedrooms
2,754
Square Feet
0.16
Acres
$3,450 | 3700 Clawson Road, Unit 122, Austin, TX 78704

$3,450

2
Bedrooms
1,440
Square Feet
0.05
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$3,400

4
Bedrooms
2,707
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage

$3,300

3
Bedrooms
2,536
Square Feet
0.27
Acres
$2,995 | 363 Crimson Sky Court, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

$2,995

3
Bedrooms
1,871
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
$2,500 | 20915 Oak Dale Drive, Lago Vista, TX 78645

$2,500

3
Bedrooms
1,917
Square Feet
0.28
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage

$2,150

3
Bedrooms
1,628
Square Feet