Expired listing email for Austin

Many Austin sellers listed expecting the market of a few years ago. When the listing expires, they're often frustrated with the market, not just their agent. This example is for a South Austin townhome seller whose listing expired after five months.

Client name
Marcus
Scenario
Expired listing email
Zip
78745 · South Austin
Median price — illustrative estimate, check the MLS
$430K–$490K
Days on market — illustrative estimate, check the MLS
60–90 days

Agent notes: Townhome listed 5 months, two price drops. HOA fee is high. Seller may consider renting it out instead.

Median price and days on market: illustrative estimate, check the MLS. These sample ranges are not real MLS data.

Three ready emails for Marcus

Sample email · Honest reset

Subject: Marcus, the Austin market changed. Your plan can too

Hi Marcus, I saw your townhome came off the market. Five months with two price drops is exhausting, and it's not unusual in Austin right now. Homes in 78745 have been taking roughly 60–90 days to sell (AI estimate, I'll confirm against the MLS). In my experience, townhomes with higher HOA fees need the monthly cost explained up front, because buyers compare the total payment, not just the price. I'd be glad to share what I'd do differently. Open to a short call?

— Your saved signature

Sell or rent

Subject: Selling vs. renting your 78745 townhome

Hi Marcus, If you're weighing whether to relist or rent the townhome out, I can help you compare both honestly. I'll put together a side-by-side: a realistic sale range based on recent nearby closings, and a rough rental estimate so you can see what each path looks like over the next year. Want me to send that over this week?

— Your saved signature

Brief check-in

Subject: Still thinking about selling?

Hi Marcus, I'll keep this short. If you still plan to sell, I'd like to show you a different approach to marketing the townhome, especially around how the HOA is presented. If not, no worries at all. Just reply and let me know either way.

— Your saved signature

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What Austin expired sellers want to hear

Austin has seen more inventory and longer market times than its peak years, so many expired sellers are adjusting expectations in real time. An email that acknowledges the market shift without blaming the seller tends to open the conversation.

Investors and accidental landlords are common in Austin. Offering a sell-versus-rent comparison gives the seller a useful next step even if they aren't ready to relist.

Tips before you send

  • Acknowledge the frustration before offering a fix.
  • For condos and townhomes, address HOA cost directly.
  • Give a non-listing option (like a rent comparison) to earn trust.

Fair Housing note

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