# Dru Brown

> Dru Brown is an Austin-based residential real estate agent operating in Central and West Austin, affiliated with Moreland Properties and Forbes Global Properties. She offers high-touch neighborhood expertise and curated luxury marketing for buyers and sellers.

Local luxury specialist, neighborhood authority (Westlake/Eanes), concierge service, Forbes Global Properties syndication, Moreland boutique brokerage, buyers & sellers, proven negotiation and production awards

## Neighborhood Guides

- [Barton Creek Austin TX Real Estate | Explore Luxury Homes](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/barton-creek): Barton Creek is a West Austin luxury neighborhood with large homes, gated communities, and country club access.
- [North Central Austin Real Estate Guide & Homes | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/north-central): Austin neighborhood guide for North Central, with local demographics, lifestyle notes, and MLS property listings.
- [78704 Austin Real Estate - Discover Your Dream Home](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/78704): Austin 78704 neighborhood profile highlighting Zilker, Bouldin Creek and Travis Heights, with lifestyle copy and Census Bureau demographics.
- [Westlake Austin Real Estate Guide & Homes for Sale](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/westlake): Westlake, Austin real estate page highlighting neighborhood lifestyle, schools, census data, and luxury home listings.
- [Lakeway and Lake Travis Community Guide | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/lakeway-lake-travis): Neighborhood listing for Lakeway / Lake Travis with local amenities, Census demographics, school references, and active home listings.
- [Downtown Austin, TX Real Estate Guide | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/downtown-austin): Downtown Austin neighborhood guide with census demographics, schools, and active property listings.
- [Central Austin Real Estate - Discover Your Dream Home](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/central-austin): Central Austin, TX neighborhood page with historic-home context, local amenities, Census demographics, schools, and MLS listings.
- [Northwest Hills Austin Real Estate - Discover Your Dream Home](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/northwest-hills): Austin neighborhood listing for Northwest Hills with demographics, schools, and current property listings.
- [South Austin, TX Neighborhood Guide | Explore the Area](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods/south-austin): South Austin neighborhood profile with local community notes, Census demographics, and current MLS listings.

## Featured Properties

- [Past Transactions | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/properties/sold): Listings of sold luxury residential properties in Austin, TX with addresses, bedrooms, square footage, and contact prompts.
- [Featured Properties | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/properties/sale): Listings of featured single-family homes and condos for sale in Austin, TX and nearby Blanco, TX.
- [1603 Taylor Gaines ST](https://drubrown.com/properties/1603-taylor-gaines-st-austin-tx-us-78741-1242790): 0.6-acre East Austin double lot with remodeled 1910 farmhouse, detached apartment, downtown views and redevelopment potential.

## Tools

- [Home Valuation in Austin | Discover Your Home's Worth](https://drubrown.com/home-valuation): Austin home valuation request page for Dru Brown real estate services.

## Featured Blog Posts

- [78704 Lifestyle Guide: A Day Between 78704 & Downtown](https://drubrown.com/blog/a-perfect-day-between-78704-and-downtown-austin): An Austin lifestyle guide maps a day from 78704 coffee and South Congress to Zilker, Barton Springs, and downtown bats.
- [Barton Creek Gated Communities Guide: Golf & HOAs](https://drubrown.com/blog/guide-to-gated-living-in-barton-creek): Guide to Barton Creek gated communities covers lifestyle trade-offs, HOA checks, club membership, commute, schools, and enclave snapshots.
- [Northwest Hills Real Estate Market 2025 | Austin Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-northwest-hills-real-estate-market): A Northwest Hills, Austin market update covering demand, property styles, pricing, amenities, and long-term outlook.
- [Move Up Home in South Austin 78745 | Buyer Roadmap](https://drubrown.com/blog/a-move-up-buyer-roadmap-in-south-austin): Dru Brown maps a South Austin 78745 move-up home buying roadmap with market data, sequencing advice, contingencies, and local context.
- [What Barton Creek's Median Price Doesn't Tell You (2026)](https://drubrown.com/blog/what-barton-creeks-median-price-doesnt-tell-you): Dru Brown analyzes why Barton Creek's ZIP-code median obscures sub-community pricing, supply constraints, school boundaries, and transaction risks.
- [What's New In Westlake This Late Summer: A Local's Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/whats-new-in-westlake-this-late-summer-a-locals-guide-to-august): A local guide to Westlake's August dining, library programs, greenbelt conditions, and community-focused lifestyle.
- [Top Smart Home Features for South Austin Homeowners](https://drubrown.com/blog/must-have-smart-home-features-for-south-austin-tx-homeowners): A South Austin real-estate blog outlines smart-home upgrades for energy savings, security, convenience, and sustainable living.
- [Sell Home in Westlake: What Buyers Value Most Today](https://drubrown.com/blog/selling-a-view-home-in-westlake-what-matters-most-to-buyers): A Westlake home-selling guide focused on view permanence, privacy, staging, pricing, and marketing for hillside properties.
- [Remodel Your Home in Westlake TX: A Stress-Free Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/how-to-remodel-your-home-in-westlake-tx-without-the-stress): A Westlake, TX blog post outlines stress-free home remodeling steps, from budgeting and permits to materials, timeline management, and sustainability.
- [Living in Lakeway Lake Travis: Why Weekends Stand Out](https://drubrown.com/blog/what-lakeway-residents-love-about-lake-travis-weekends): A Lakeway lifestyle guide on Lake Travis access, park trails, golf, and Bee Cave shopping that shapes local weekends.
- [Best Coffee Shops South Austin TX - Discover Local Cafes](https://drubrown.com/blog/best-coffee-shops-to-try-in-south-austin-tx): A guide to standout coffee shops in South Austin, highlighting local favorites, specialty roasters, and community-oriented cafes.
- [Best Food Trucks in ATX](https://drubrown.com/blog/best-food-trucks-in-atx): A Dru Brown blog page for an Austin food-trucks article.
- [Hidden Gems 78704 Austin TX: Discover Local Treasures](https://drubrown.com/blog/hidden-gems-in-78704-tx-uncover-local-treasures): A neighborhood guide to 78704 Austin, highlighting Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool, South Congress, local dining, and vintage shopping.
- [Buying a Home in Northwest Hills, TX: Expert Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/your-guide-to-buying-a-home-in-northwest-hills-tx): A Northwest Hills, Austin guide outlines budgeting, pre-approval, inspections, and closing steps for homebuyers.
- [Living in Lakeway Texas: Lake Travis Lifestyle Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/what-everyday-life-feels-like-in-lakeway-and-lake-travis): A Lakeway and Lake Travis guide to the area's relaxed pace, lake access, retail hubs, schools, and suburban daily life west of Austin.
- [Best Time to Sell Your Home in Downtown Austin](https://drubrown.com/blog/timing-is-everything-discover-the-prime-season-to-sell-your-home-in-downtown-austin): A Downtown Austin real-estate guide explains when to sell, citing spring demand, local festivals, pricing, marketing, and negotiation strategy.
- [Central Austin Historic Homes & Modern Living in 78703](https://drubrown.com/blog/historic-charm-and-modern-homes-in-central-austin): A Central Austin guide to 78703's historic homes, renovation constraints, neighborhood amenities, and modern infill.
- [What Buyers Notice Near RM 620 and SH 71 Homes in Lakeway](https://drubrown.com/blog/what-buyers-notice-near-rm-620-and-sh-71-homes): Guide to homes near RM 620 and SH 71 in Lakeway and Bee Cave, covering commute, schools, lake access, flooding, and development.
- [Downtown Austin Condo vs Townhome: Which Fits You?](https://drubrown.com/blog/condo-vs-townhome-living-in-downtown-austin): A Downtown Austin guide compares condo and townhome ownership, costs, insurance, amenities, parking, financing, resale, and rental rules.
- [Open House Questions: What to Ask Before You Buy a Home](https://drubrown.com/blog/essential-questions-to-verify-your-open-house-visit): Austin real-estate blog post on questions buyers should ask during open house visits.
- [Top Home Design Trends in Lakeway/Lake Travis, TX](https://drubrown.com/blog/home-design-trends-in-lakeway-lake-travis-tx): A Lakeway and Lake Travis design guide highlighting open layouts, natural materials, outdoor living, smart tech, sustainability, and luxury finishes.
- [West Austin Luxury Market Trends in Westlake Park](https://drubrown.com/blog/how-west-austin-luxury-markets-are-evolving-now): A blog analysis of how West Austin luxury markets are shifting toward balance, longer timelines, and more selective pricing.
- [Buying a Home in 78704: Comparing Top Austin Neighborhoods](https://drubrown.com/blog/how-78704-neighborhoods-differ-for-homebuyers): A buyer's guide compares Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, and Travis Heights in Austin's 78704.
- [Expert Home Staging Tips for Quick Sale in TX](https://drubrown.com/blog/staging-tips-for-a-quick-sale-in-north-central-tx): North Central TX home staging advice for sellers seeking a quicker sale.
- [Westlake Austin Luxury Homes: What Counts as True Luxury](https://drubrown.com/blog/what-counts-as-luxury-in-westlake-austin): Guide to identifying luxury homes in West Lake Hills, with local tiers, site features, water access, and due-diligence checks.
- [Top Tips for Choosing a Neighborhood in Barton Creek](https://drubrown.com/blog/essential-tips-for-choosing-neighborhoods-in-barton-creek-tx): Guide to choosing Barton Creek, TX neighborhoods by scenery, amenities, commute access, architecture, and long-term investment potential.
- [Barton Creek Jumbo Loans: Limits, Options, and Tips](https://drubrown.com/blog/jumbo-loans-in-barton-creek-limits-and-options): A Barton Creek guide explains jumbo loan limits, underwriting expectations, appraisal issues, and competitive offer tactics.
- [Why Single-Story Homes Are Hot in Northwest Hills Austin](https://drubrown.com/blog/why-singlestory-homes-are-hot-in-northwest-hills): A Northwest Hills real-estate guide to single-story home demand, premium features, renovation options, and local verification steps.
- [Invest in LTISD MasterPlanned Communities in Lakeway](https://drubrown.com/blog/investing-in-ltisd-masterplanned-communities): Guide to evaluating LTISD-served master-planned communities in Lakeway for investment, HOA costs, new-build competition, and exit planning.
- [Top Neighborhoods to Invest in Lakeway TX Real Estate](https://drubrown.com/blog/top-neighborhoods-to-invest-in-lakeway-tx-this-year): Dru Brown profiles Lakeway neighborhoods that may appeal to real estate investors, from Rough Hollow and Serene Hills to Apache Shores.
- [Top Energy-Saving Home Upgrades Under $500](https://drubrown.com/blog/energy-saving-upgrades-under-dollar500-that-really-pay-off): Austin blog post on energy-saving home upgrades under $500 for lowering utility bills and improving comfort.
- [Find the Best Remodeling Contractor in North Central TX](https://drubrown.com/blog/how-to-find-the-right-remodeling-contractor-in-north-central-tx): Advice for choosing a remodeling contractor in North Central, TX.
- [Top Outdoor Activities in Lake Travis Texas | Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/top-outdoor-activities-in-lake-travis-texas): Blog listing outdoor recreation ideas and local activity providers in Lake Travis, Texas.
- [Pre-Listing Repairs That Pay in South Austin 78745](https://drubrown.com/blog/prelisting-repairs-that-pay-in-south-austin): South Austin guide to pre-listing repairs for 78745 homes, covering safety, curb appeal, interior updates, permits, and disclosure.
- [Downtown Austin Lock and Leave Condos: Buyer Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/lock-and-leave-living-in-downtown-austin): Guide to lock-and-leave condo living in Downtown Austin.
- [Downsize in Northwest Hills: Is Now the Right Time?](https://drubrown.com/blog/is-it-time-to-downsize-in-northwest-hills): A Northwest Hills real-estate guide weighs downsizing options, taxes, maintenance, and nearby lower-maintenance homes in central Austin.
- [Northwest Hills Home Listing Timeline Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/a-smart-timeline-for-listing-your-northwest-hills-home): A Northwest Hills home-selling guide outlines timing, prep milestones, and launch strategy for Austin sellers.
- [North Central Austin New Construction: Is A/B Living Right?](https://drubrown.com/blog/new-build-and-ab-unit-living-in-north-central-austin): A buyer's guide to new-build and A/B unit homes in North Central Austin's 78717, centered on legality and site rules.
- [South Austin Sell-and-Buy Move Tips for 78745](https://drubrown.com/blog/coordinating-a-south-austin-sell-and-buy-move-smoothly): A South Austin guide to timing a coordinated home sale and purchase in 78745, with Texas contract tools and financing advice.
- [How Tech Is Changing Homebuying in Central Austin, TX](https://drubrown.com/blog/how-technology-is-changing-homebuying-in-central-austin-tx): A Central Austin real estate blog explains how digital tools are reshaping home search, financing, and transactions.
- [Living Car-Light in 78704: Walkability Guide](https://drubrown.com/blog/living-car-light-in-78704-walkability-and-daily-routines): A neighborhood guide to walkability, transit, groceries, parks, and daily routines in Austin's 78704 ZIP code.
- [Sell Home in 78704: Pricing Guide for Today's Buyers](https://drubrown.com/blog/pricing-and-positioning-your-78704-home-for-todays-buyers): A seller's guide to pricing and presenting a 78704 home for Austin's selective market.
- [North Central Austin Neighborhoods: Which Fits You?](https://drubrown.com/blog/comparing-north-central-austin-neighborhoods-when-you-relocate): A relocation guide comparing Rosedale, Allandale, Brentwood, and Crestview for housing style, commute, parks, and transit access in North Central Austin.
- [Downtown Austin Neighborhoods Guide for Condo Buyers](https://drubrown.com/blog/how-downtown-austin-micro-districts-differ-for-buyers): Directory guide comparing Downtown Austin condo micro-districts for buyers, from 2nd Street and Seaholm to Rainey Street and Judges Hill.
- [Historic vs Modern Homes in Central Austin 78703](https://drubrown.com/blog/choosing-between-historic-and-modern-homes-in-central-austin): A Central Austin guide compares historic and modern homes in 78703, outlining renovation limits, energy costs, tax benefits, and neighborhood examples.

## Testimonials

- [Testimonials | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/testimonials): Testimonials page for Austin real estate agent Dru Brown, with client praise for her market knowledge, hustle, and calm guidance.

## Core Pages

- [Austin Real Estate Agent Dru Brown - Luxury Representation](https://drubrown.com/): Austin, TX real estate agent Dru Brown specializes in buying, selling, and neighborhood-focused client service.

## Other Pages

- [Explore Texas Neighborhoods - A Comprehensive Guide](https://drubrown.com/neighborhoods): Dru Brown's Austin neighborhoods directory links to Northwest Hills, 78704, Westlake, Downtown Austin, South Austin, and Lakeway / Lake Travis.
- [DMCA Notice | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/dmca-notice): DMCA notice page for Dru Brown explains copyright-infringement complaints, counter-notices, and submission contacts in Austin.
- [About Dru Brown | Austin Real Estate](https://drubrown.com/about): Austin real-estate profile for Dru Brown, featuring her bio, client testimonials, and past transaction highlights.
- [Let's Connect | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/contact): Contact page for Dru Brown in Austin, Texas.
- [404 Page Not Found | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/404): A 404 page for Dru Brown's real estate website, with navigation and contact prompts.
- [Privacy Policy | Austin Real Estate | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/terms-and-conditions): Dru Brown's legal policy page outlines data collection, AI use, sharing practices, and opt-out choices for its real estate site.
- [Blog | Dru Brown](https://drubrown.com/blog): Dru Brown's Austin real estate blog indexes posts on South Austin, Central Austin, 78704, Barton Creek, and Westlake homebuying topics.