Christen Bakke

Co-founder, entrepreneur and passionate advocate for residential buyers and sellers. Christen Bakke believes real estate is both business and personal. Buying or selling a home "“ whether your first or fiftieth transaction "“ is a momentous occasion that deserves the utmost care. Christen brings an easygoing "Austin" approach to her work: highly relational, fiercely kind, relaxed yet relentless in pursuing top value for her clients. Deeply rooted in Central Austin with over a decade of experience, Christen is an expert in market and industry trends, with a distinct emphasis and proven track record in East Austin. A resident of Cherrywood and frequent investor in East Austin, Christen is uniquely qualified to advise her clients on neighborhood nuances that drive value. Partnering with Christen means a continued relationship long after the deal is done. Whether you plan to renovate, develop or rent your property, Christen has the industry contacts and know-how to help you achieve it. Her first-hand knowledge of AirBNB, long-term rentals, city permitting and zoning stems from her own experiences buying and selling Austin real estate. Outside the office, you can find Christen staying active in a tennis match or volleyball game, grabbing coffee with a friend (Houndstooth is her favorite!) or relaxing at home with her husband and son. Q U I C K F A C T S Waller House co-founder and lead agent, a Compass-backed top real estate team with 250M+ in sales volume Creator of the sought-after monthly "East Side Tour" an exclusive off-market property tour that affords her clients early access to private listings Certified instructor for the Austin chapter, "How to Buy a House Class" a nationally recognized education course for homebuyers Proud Texas native, born and raised in Waco Regularly found at Suerte, ordering a Don Dario Margarita and Suadero Tacos!