About Susan Avant

With over thirty years of expertise in Austin's exciting, competitive, ever-evolving housing market, Susan Avant is the best kind ally and advocate for her clients. She believes real estate is a bit like matchmaking, in that it's not merely a business transaction. Susan has a unique talent for honing in on the emotional component of real estate. This singular focus helps her keep her clients' best interests at the heart of every transaction. She understands that real estate can be stressful on both sides of the transaction. Susan works tirelessly with a diverse spectrum of home buyers to find a perfect match, one that supports their lifestyle as well as their financial needs. For sellers, Susan strives to find a delicate balance between finding that ideal buyer and also getting them the best market rate for their home. Susan is committed to working with transparency and accessibility. She walks alongside her clients, helping them navigate the nuances of the Austin market. She develops lifelong relationships with many of her clients, garnering much of her business through repeat transactions, off-market finds, and referrals. In partnering with Compass, Susan has yet another tool to at her disposal to help improve her clients' overall experience. Compass' industry-leading technology and marketing tools complement Susan's market expertise, service ethic, and her always-expanding professional and peer network. After growing up in Southern California, Susan's love affair with Texas began while getting her undergraduate degree at Southern Methodist University. Together, with her Texas-born husband, they relocated to Austin in the late-80s. Having raised two children here, Susan knows Austin's family-friendly side, from the area schools to the extracurricular opportunities. She also knows the anxiety of moving to a new place, whether relocating from another city or moving across town. She's always ready with local insights and a reference or two for services or businesses in your new neighborhood. Susan lives in Westlake and serves clients across the Austin area. An active community member, Susan has been a volunteer for the Women's Symphony League, Breakthrough Austin, and the Junior League. She is also a regular blood donor. A love of the outdoors keeps her centered outside of work. You can find Susan enjoying the hike and bike trail, watching Ballet Austin or Shakespeare in the Park at Zilker Hillside Theater, or catching a Longhorns game.