Business Details
Your Trusted Athens Real Estate Partner
Sound Real Estate is a locally owned brokerage dedicated to transforming the home buying and selling experience into an enjoyable, simplified process. With over 18 years of experience in Athens, Georgia, our team prioritizes client needs through honest, personalized service while supporting local music and arts initiatives with every transaction. Our deep community roots and understanding of Athens' unique neighborhoods allow us to connect clients with properties that match their lifestyle needs.We combine professional expertise with a commitment to ethical practices, ensuring transparent communication throughout every transaction. Our team's diverse backgrounds in music, education, and community engagement enrich our approach to real estate, creating meaningful relationships that extend beyond property sales.
Services
Home Buying
Property Selling
Commercial Real Estate
Rental Listings
New Market Listings
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of Athens real estate expertise with personalized service
- Our team contributes to local arts initiatives with every property transaction
- We provide in-depth knowledge of Athens' historic neighborhoods and market trends
- Our client-first approach prioritizes transparent communication and ethical practices
- We maintain strong professional networks for seamless transaction coordination
What people say
Genuine person
Advocate from beginning
Smooth closing process
Deep neighborhood knowledge
Community-focused approach
Services
Home Buying
Our home buying service connects clients with residential properties in Athens' diverse neighborhoods. We provide market analysis, property tours, and negotiation expertise to secure fair prices. Our process includes mortgage guidance, inspection coordination, and closing support for a seamless transition to homeownership.
Property Selling
We market properties through professional photography and targeted listings to attract qualified buyers. Our sellers benefit from pricing strategy consultations, staging advice, and representation during all transaction phases. We handle paperwork and coordinate with local professionals to ensure smooth closings.
Commercial Real Estate
Our commercial real estate service assists with office, retail, and investment property transactions. We analyze market trends, prepare property valuations, and negotiate terms for commercial spaces. Clients receive tailored marketing strategies and access to our network of business-focused buyers and investors.
Rental Listings
We manage rental property listings with detailed marketing and tenant screening services. Our leasing process includes property preparation guidance, lease agreement preparation, and ongoing landlord support. We maintain updated listings across Athens' desirable neighborhoods for various budget ranges.
New Market Listings
Our new listings service provides immediate access to recently available properties through MLS updates. We offer priority notifications and first-viewing opportunities for newly listed homes and commercial spaces. This service helps clients stay ahead in Athens' competitive real estate market with timely information.
People
Brant Rackley
Broker/REALTOR
With 18 years of Athens real estate experience, Brant combines local knowledge with personalized service. A community advocate, he contributes to arts programs through every transaction while maintaining a client-focused approach to property sales.
Ali Bill
REALTOR
Ali brings administrative expertise and community connections to her real estate practice. With a background in the arts, she focuses on matching clients with homes that support their lifestyle needs while emphasizing integrity in all transactions.
Joshua Walker
REALTOR
Joshua offers organizational expertise from his University of Georgia education. He specializes in Clarke and Oconee County properties, emphasizing communication and network resources to facilitate successful real estate transactions for residential clients.
Keilly Ulery
REALTOR
With 12 years of Florida real estate experience, Keilly provides professional guidance for Athens property transactions. Her background in competitive athletics and community engagement informs her client-focused approach to real estate services.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Athens-Clarke and Oconee Counties, with expertise in historic neighborhoods and surrounding Georgia communities.
How do you support local communities?
We contribute to Athens music and arts programs through Nuci's Space, Canopy Studio, and Athfest Educates with every home sale.
What property types do you handle?
Our services include residential homes, commercial properties, and rental listings across Athens' diverse neighborhoods.
How do you assist first-time buyers?
We provide step-by-step guidance, mortgage referrals, and neighborhood education to simplify the home buying process for new clients.
Can you help with out-of-state transactions?
Yes, we coordinate remote viewings and maintain professional networks to assist clients buying/selling property from other locations.
