Mary Ellen Branisteanu — Austin Realtor® with Waller House
Warm, strategic, and all‑in on helping you buy, sell, lease, and relocate in Austin.
Specializing in:
Central Austin
South Austin
East Austin
Travis Heights
South Lamar
Zilker
Galindo
Bouldin
Barton Hills
Hyde Park
Mueller
Crestview
Allandale
Northwest Hills
Ready for smart, strategic real estate in Austin?
Mary Ellen is here to guide you with empathy, clarity, and results. Let’s make your next move your best one.
Mary Ellen is an Austin-based Realtor® with Compass and a proud member of Waller House. Known for her calm confidence and sharp instincts, she brings clarity to complex negotiations and steady support throughout the process. Since entering the Austin market, she’s built a reputation as a listing specialist, buyer’s agent, relocation expert, and staging consultant.
Clients describe her as transparent, empathetic, and genuinely invested in their experience—whether she’s walking first-time buyers through every step, staging a listing with an eye for design, or helping a growing family settle into the right neighborhood. Her calm presence and thoughtful guidance make even the most complex decisions feel manageable.
Before real estate, Mary Ellen spent over a decade leading talent acquisition for high-growth software companies. She holds a B.A. in Communication and Public Relations from Virginia Tech—a foundation that fuels her strategic approach to negotiation, marketing, and client service.
Outside of work, she’s a community connector who loves making new friends and hosting, styling her home, logging marathon miles with her Vizsla, Enzo, and exploring Austin’s food scene with her fiancé, Derek.
Why Work with Mary Ellen?
Relocation & Buyer Specialist – Seamless moves backed by honest communication and deep local knowledge. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, Mary Ellen brings firsthand experience, local insight, and thoughtful guidance to make your move seamless.
Listing, Staging & Seller Representation – Design-driven staging and cutting-edge Compass tech to position your home thoughtfully and maximize its value. From listing prep to close, Mary Ellen handles it all.
Complex Negotiations Made Easy – Calm, collected, and always focused on your best outcome.
Trusted Hands-On Support – Clients describe her as “approachable,” “empathetic,” and “calm confidence”—a Realtor you’ll genuinely enjoy working with.
CLIENT REVIEWS:
“I can’t speak highly enough of Mary Ellen and the incredible service she provided in helping my family find the perfect home in Austin! From the very start, she listened carefully to our needs and preferences, always keeping us informed and updated throughout the process. Her deep knowledge of the Austin market, attention to detail, and unwavering dedication made the whole experience seamless and stress-free. She went above and beyond to ensure we found a place that truly felt like home. I highly recommend Mary Ellen to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and caring realtor! - Cody I had a wonderful experience working with Mary Ellen! As a first time homeowner, I had a LOT of questions but she was incredibly patient and helpful every step of the way. Mary Ellen has a real personalized approach in the way that she works with her clients. She took the time to really understand my wishlist and goals and helped me to understand the landscape of the marketplace. She is very responsive and thoughtful and I really felt like she was in my corner. I highly recommend working with Mary Ellen!”
-Brittany
“Mary Ellen was the best! She found us the perfect spot and helped us manage our cross-country move. She went above and beyond throughout the entire process. I highly recommend her!”
-Philippa