Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Raleigh, NC
Brassfield-1 has been a trusted name in real estate since 1997, serving clients across Raleigh, the Research Triangle Park, and beyond. Our team of experienced professionals brings deep local knowledge and a commitment to integrity in every transaction. We specialize in commercial, residential, and land brokerage, having facilitated hundreds of property sales and leases. Our expertise spans office, retail, industrial, and multi-family properties, as well as farms and development tracts.With decades of combined experience, we prioritize personalized service and long-term client relationships. Our founders and agents actively contribute to community development and professional organizations, reflecting our dedication to both industry excellence and local impact. Whether representing corporations or individuals, we approach every deal with fairness and a focus on client needs.
Services
Commercial Sales & Leasing
Residential Sales
Farms & Recreational Land Sales
Development Tracts
Office Properties
Retail Properties
Warehouse Leasing
Multi-Family Transactions
Investment Properties
Land Brokerage
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined experience in North Carolina real estate markets.
- Our team provides deep local knowledge of Raleigh and surrounding regions.
- We specialize in full-service brokerage for commercial, residential, and land properties.
- We prioritize personalized service with a commitment to ethical transactions.
- Our agents hold leadership roles in community and professional organizations.
What people say
Deep local knowledge
Ethical transactions
Experienced team
Community involvement
Tailored solutions
Services
Commercial Sales & Leasing
We represent clients in commercial property transactions across the Research Triangle region. Our expertise includes office, retail, industrial, and flex space sales and leasing. With deep market knowledge, we help businesses find optimal locations and investment opportunities while ensuring transparent, fair negotiations.
Residential Sales
Our residential brokerage connects buyers and sellers in North Carolina's growing markets. We specialize in single-family homes, historic properties, and acreage estates. Our agents provide market analysis, strategic pricing, and negotiation support to ensure smooth transactions for first-time buyers and seasoned investors.
Land Brokerage
We facilitate land transactions for farms, timberlands, and development tracts across central and eastern North Carolina. Our services include site evaluation, zoning analysis, and buyer-seller representation. With experience in parcels ranging from 20 to thousands of acres, we serve agricultural, recreational, and commercial land needs.
Development Tracts
Our team specializes in identifying and marketing development-ready properties for residential and commercial projects. We assist clients with site selection, entitlement processes, and market feasibility assessments. With expertise in both urban infill and rural development, we create value through strategic land positioning.
Multi-Family Transactions
We handle multi-family property sales and acquisitions across the Triangle region. Our services include investment analysis, property valuation, and tenant representation. With experience in complexes ranging from 20 to 600+ units, we provide tailored solutions for developers, investors, and property managers.
People
Mark Thompson
Founder
Mark Thompson founded Brassfield-1 in 1997 after graduating from Duke University with an Economics degree. A Raleigh native, he focuses on community revitalization and has built the company into a respected regional brokerage serving diverse real estate needs.
Kenneth W. Goetze
Co-Founder
Kenneth Goetze co-founded Brassfield-1 in 1997, bringing prior experience in commercial banking and manufacturing. He specializes in large-scale property development across North Carolina, with a focus on commercial and residential projects from Asheville to Manteo.
Mark McArn
Commercial Agent
Mark McArn joined Brassfield-1 in 1999 after 20 years in retail management. He specializes in land and commercial property transactions across Raleigh's sub-markets, leveraging extensive local connections and serving on multiple economic development committees.
Donald Matthews
Commercial Specialist
Donald Matthews joined Brassfield-1 Commercial in 2005, offering expertise in manufacturing facility relocations and 1031 exchanges. He actively contributes to community initiatives in Vance County while representing clients in diverse commercial property transactions.
Pier Williamson
Attorney & Broker
Pier Williamson joined Brassfield-1 Commercial in 2006, combining legal expertise with real estate experience. A licensed attorney and broker in NC and SC, he represents clients in commercial and land transactions while maintaining active roles in local business and legal organizations.
Questions
What areas does Brassfield serve?
We serve Raleigh, Research Triangle Park, and surrounding regions including Wake Forest, Rolesville, Franklin County, and Granville County.
What property types do you handle?
We specialize in commercial, residential, and land properties including office spaces, farms, development tracts, and multi-family units.
How long has Brassfield been in business?
Brassfield has served clients since 1997, with our founding team maintaining continuous leadership for 25+ years.
What sets Brassfield apart from other brokerages?
Our combination of local market expertise, ethical approach, and multi-generational community involvement creates unique value for clients.
Do you offer legal support for real estate transactions?
One of our brokers is a licensed attorney, providing added legal insight for complex commercial and land transactions.
