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New Braunfels, Texas

The local insider for living in New Braunfels.

Guides, neighborhood deep dives, and friendly market notes from someone who actually lives the river life. No pressure. No hype. Just honest help when you are ready.

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Editorial portrait of Todd Spencer along the Comal riverwalk in New Braunfels at golden hour.
Todd SpencerNew Braunfels, TX

Your local guide

A trusted insider, not a high pressure salesperson.

Fifteen years living, eating, floating, and working in New Braunfels. I help families relocate, retirees right size, first time buyers find their footing, and Austin and San Antonio commuters find a place that finally feels like home.

Hyperlocal is not a buzzword. It is where you float on Saturday and where you grab coffee on Tuesday.

Read the longer story

Representing first time buyers, relocating families, retirees, and Austin and San Antonio commuters. Paperwork tight. Communication clear. The pace is yours.

Years in market
15+
Closings (rolling)
180+
Median days on market
22
Five star reviews
120+

Margins

Clients, in their own words.

01 / 03

Todd never rushed us. He translated inspection noise into decisions we could sleep on and made the negotiation feel human.

Morgan and AlexRelocated from Austin
02 / 03

He reads this town the way a good editor reads a manuscript. What to keep, what to cut, what to protect.

LaneDownsizing near the river
03 / 03

Offers were explained like chapters, not traps. We closed on time and there was zero drama.

Priya and JordanFirst time buyers

Story wins

Small numbers, real outcomes.

9 days

On market for a Gruene cottage

A careful price band read and a buyer pool we already knew. Sold above asking with one inspection request.

$0

Surprises at close

Disclosure questions answered up front and a lender on speed dial. A drama free close for a relocating family.

3 months

From first call to keys

A retiree downsizing from a multi acre property. Patient touring, clear math, and a result that fit the next chapter.

Common questions

What people ask before reaching out.

Straightforward answers to the questions buyers, sellers, and curious neighbors ask most often.

What areas do you serve?

I work throughout New Braunfels, Gruene, Canyon Lake, River Chase, Vintage Oaks, Veramendi, and the broader Comal and Guadalupe County areas. Whether you're looking for a home on the Comal River, a Hill Country acreage lot, or a neighborhood with easy access to I-35, I know these communities street by street. If you're not sure which area fits your lifestyle, that's exactly the conversation I love to have.

Why work with a local agent instead of searching on my own?

National platforms show you what's listed — they can't tell you which streets flood, which neighborhoods are walkable to Gruene Hall, or which subdivisions have HOA restrictions that might surprise you later. As someone who lives and works here, I bring that context to every showing and every offer. That local knowledge routinely saves my clients from costly mistakes and helps them find homes that never would have surfaced in an algorithm.

What makes New Braunfels different from other Texas markets?

New Braunfels sits in a genuinely rare spot — 45 minutes to Austin, 30 minutes to San Antonio, and right on two of the most beloved rivers in Texas. It has the feel of a small town with real infrastructure, a thriving downtown, and some of the best outdoor access in the state. The growth here isn't accidental; people find it and decide to stay, which creates steady demand and a strong sense of community that's hard to replicate elsewhere.

How do I get started — buying or selling?

The easiest first step is a short conversation. For buyers, we'll talk through your timeline, budget, and what you're actually looking for in a home and a neighborhood. For sellers, I'll walk your property, pull the relevant comps, and give you an honest picture of what it's worth and how to position it. There's no pressure and no obligation — just a straightforward exchange of information so you can make a confident decision.

How competitive is the New Braunfels market right now?

It depends on the price point and neighborhood, and I'll give you a straight answer based on current data, not a sales pitch. Well-priced homes in desirable areas still move quickly and can attract multiple offers, while other segments have more room to negotiate. Knowing which situation you're walking into — before you make an offer — is one of the most valuable things a local agent can do for you.

What does working with you actually look like?

I keep things simple and communicative — you'll always know where things stand and what's coming next. I handle the research, the negotiations, the coordination with lenders and title companies, and the hundred small details that can derail a transaction if nobody's watching them. My clients often tell me they felt taken care of without feeling pressured, which is exactly the experience I aim for every time.

Twilight silhouette of Texas Hill Country hills outside New Braunfels with a warm residual horizon glow.

Whenever you are ready

Tell me the chapter you are in. I will bring the map and the patience.

First time buying, relocating, downsizing, or just curious about the market. I read every note and respond within a business day.

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