About Us – Austainable Properties

"Since 2009, we have been helping Austinites LIVE, WORK, and INVEST in Austin's best. We represent a unique breed of REALTOR dedicated to tirelessly serving our discriminating clientele. Our vision, passion, premium local knowledge, and cutting-edge technology are only surpassed by genuine loyalty and passion for what we do." Gerald Bodle, Broker

Meet our team

Personable, intelligent, local, real estate pros here to help.

Gerald Bodle, MBA

Broker

Gerald currently resides in the charming and walkable Clarksville neighborhood, situated n ...

Kate Greene

Real Estate Consultant

Kate has been a REALTOR for over 20 years and currently resides in the thriving central Au ...

Michelle Nguyen

REALTOR

Michelle is a savvy agent and seasoned entrepreneur. Her keen insights and reassuring pres ...

Testimonials

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Kirk Edwards

happy seller

Gerald is the absolute best! He knows the market, has an eye for property and superb instincts. He was able to help us get the best deal possible. Gerald was patient, creative and we always were in the know on what was going on / next steps/ status etc. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again. I HIGHLY recommend. Thank you Gerald - You are a STAR!

Daniel Carroll

happy buyer

Sally is incredible! She spent nearly 2 years with us – understanding our very specific preferences and needs – to help us find our dream home. She was the first agent to reach out when the home was listed and negotiated the contract astutely so that we secured the home. The home was only in the framed stage, still had a few months until completion. Once it was completed, however, our plans had changed and we needed to get out of the contract. We were expecting to have to relinquish our very considerable deposit. But Sally spent the entire weekend working on a way to get us out of the contract AND get our deposit back. Everyone we have spoken to about this extraordinary outcome has been surprised that Sally managed to get our deposit back for us. Thank you Sally, we can’t recommend her highly enough.

Blake M

happy buyer

Gerald was an excellent REALTOR, and I'd recommend him to anyone looking in the greater Austin area without hesitation. He was extremely responsive in communication, whether it was over email or text. He was very knowledgeable about all the neighborhoods in Austin proper, and in the surrounding areas. Gerald also did an excellent job planning our days so that we could see the maximum number of houses, while also being mindful of any particulars of our schedule. He was a great listener as we detailed what we were looking for. He was also an excellent ally during the closing process, and has continued to be a great resource even after the close of our home.

Matthew Owens

happy seller/buyer

We bought and sold our first home with Austainable. As first time home buyers and subsequently sellers, they kept us educated and apprised of the market and process at each step, all the way through closing. Prompt, polite, professional.

Amit Melwani

happy buyer

Sally is reliable, diligent in her research, prompt on exchanges, creative in deal making, and has a tremendous work ethic. She is the sole reason we were able to close on our primary residence, which has been our dream home and a fantastic investment. From there, we've gone on to close on multiple rental property purchases in Austin together. Thanks to her astute analysis, we’ve passed on many deals as well, which has proven just as valuable. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

happy seller

The whole team was a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable, responsive, professional and always on time. Every time we arrived at a home they were already inside! We were able to buy the first home we put an offer on with their market knowledge and negotiation. I would recommend Austainable to anyone looking for a REALTOR.

Jeff

happy buyer

I worked with Gerald Bodle on the purchase of our property. He was not only very patient with our family, but also stood firm during final negotiations. What I love most in working with Gerald is his communication style and approach. Instead of just an email, or text, he picks up the phone and talks through the various scenarios. He knows the game and what levers he can pull in order to protect our best interests. During the sale of the property, Gerald and his team worked their magic again. We had multiple offers, nearly all of them over asking price. During our selection process, despite one offer being slightly stronger on paper, we chose offer #2 due to his interactions with potential buyer. It was the smoothest close process.

happy seller/buyer

Gerald has exclusively represented us on 4 separate residential transactions during the last 10 years. On each occasion he has worked to understand our specific current situation, as well as our goals and objectives. He has continuously provided nuanced professional experience and insight that delivered the desired results, all while guiding us through every step in the sometimes daunting buying and selling processes. I’m confident that each transaction transpired the way that it did due to Gerald’s direct involvement and level of expertise.

Jeff Greening

happy buyer/seller

Gerald represented us in our purchase of a home in December 2020 in Austin. He was extremely patient while we figured out what neighborhood to move to. During this time, it was a very competitive market and we often had to see the properties on day one. He would always make time for us or schedule us with one of his teammates...and of course, some houses we would have to see multiple times. We were considering everything from full remodels to partial remodels and a few turn-key properties.

Lucille Wood

happy buyer/seller

I have lived here in Austin for more twenty-five years, and have bought and sold several homes and rented others during those years. I have worked with five realtors during that time. SALLY IS BY FAR THE BEST OF ANY IN TOWN. Her work ethic is simply unmatched. She hides her competitive streak underneath a layer of Austin hip and friendly, but she will absolutely get you the best home, the best deal, and stop at NOTHING to get your home sold as well!

Wes Durkalski

happy buyer

Worked with the over the years on residential and investment properties. Highly respect their 'under-the-radar' approach to finding value. On this most recent residential transaction, not only did we find something workable in this 'unusual' market, but he amicably negotiated a further six figure discount to seller's accepted price. Whether I am buyer or seller, this team is my first choice in Austin.

Khanh Nguyen

happy seller/buyer

We have been working with Austainable since 2015, initially with our primary residence which we are still occupying. Gerald was great in steering us into the right central Austin neighborhood that has the prime mix of old Austin vibe and convenience. We continued to work with Gerald on several investment properties in central Austin and all have proven to be winners, including this one. Gerald has proven time and again the best broker we've ever worked with and may be the best in Austin.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can use this guide to familiarize yourself with rules, laws and other important information relating to your property.

Why is it considered necessary to register Agreement for Sale?

The Registration Act, 1908, the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 and the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 mandates the registration of an agreement for sale of an immovable property. By registering the agreement for sale of an immovable property, it becomes a permanent public record. Further, a person is considered as the legal owner of an immovable property only after he gets such property registered in his name.

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