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    Space · Land · Design · Lifestyle — Austin & the Hill Country

    Room to live
    the way you've always wanted.

    Raised in New York City, settled in the Hill Country. Jennifer Ferrara helps buyers and sellers find space, privacy, thoughtful design, and community across Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Buda, Bee Cave, Johnson City, Westlake, and South & Southwest Austin.

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    About Nook

    Raised in New York City.
    Settled in the Hill Country.

    $65M+
    In Career Sales
    13+
    Years of Experience
    100+
    Families Served
    CLHMS
    Luxury Certified
    Jennifer Ferrara, Nook Realty
    Founder & Principal of Nook Realty

    Jennifer Ferrara — raised in New York City, settled in the Hill Country.

    Jennifer's real estate career began in New York City, where she learned to move fast, negotiate with precision, and deliver white-glove service in one of the most competitive markets in the world. That foundation shaped the way she works today: sharp, strategic, and relentlessly attentive to detail.

    After years of city life, she chose the Hill Country for the same reasons her clients do — more space, a better lifestyle, room to breathe, land to design around, privacy without isolation, and communities built on intention. She traded skyscrapers for live oaks and limestone, and found a way of living that finally felt like home.

    A self-proclaimed foodie and avid pickleball enthusiast, Jennifer loves the rhythm of Hill Country life: mornings that feel quiet, evenings that stretch into long dinners, and neighborhoods where people know your name. She is deeply connected to the local restaurants, trails, and communities that make Austin, Driftwood, and the surrounding Hill Country so special.

    Today, Jennifer is especially focused on helping relocating buyers and sellers find their footing in communities such as Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Buda, Bee Cave, Johnson City, Lakeway, and Wimberley. She understands that moving to a new place is about more than a house — it is about finding where you belong.

    With more than $65M in career sales and the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), Accredited Luxury Home Specialist (ALHS), and Certified Home Marketing Specialist (CHMS) designations, she brings a luxury-level process to every transaction. Every listing is marketed with intention. Every relocation is handled with patience and precision. Most clients arrive through referral and stay as family.

    "My clients are truly family to me. My job doesn't end at the closing table."

    Nook Realty is a team operating under Sprout Realty ERA Powered. Cody Cooper is the Broker of Record and Principal Broker.

    $65M+

    Career Sales

    13+

    Years

    CLHMS

    CLHMS · ALHS · CHMS

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    Testimonials

    What clients say

    Real experiences from those who found their homes with us.

    “Working with Jennifer was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her communication was prompt and clear, she advocated thoughtfully for her clients, and she handled every step with professionalism and care. It's always refreshing to collaborate with an agent who understands how to create a smooth, solutions-focused experience for everyone involved.”

    Kathleen Magat

    Fellow Real Estate Professional

    “Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but Jen made the experience feel grounded and manageable. She has this very positive, let's-figure-it-out-together approach that makes you feel supported instead of pressured. She walked through every scenario honestly and without judgment, and never pushed me toward a decision for the sake of a sale.”

    Bianca Rojas

    First-time Homebuyer · Kyle, TX

    “I can't express how thankful I am with Jennifer. She wasn't only my realtor, she became my mentor and a friend. As a young, first-generation homebuyer, I had little real estate knowledge, and she taught me every step with kindness and patience. Years later when it was time to sell, every single hurdle we faced, Jennifer had a solution for.”

    Ixchel Perez

    Two-time Client · Buyer & Seller

    “Working with Jennifer and her team was one of the most flawless real estate transactions we have ever experienced. When we had questions, she responded immediately. We were guided through what needed to be done next every step of the way. We give Jennifer and Nook Realty our highest recommendation.”

    Dave & Debbie Stoetzel

    New Construction · Buyer

    “Jennifer was very helpful when we were selling our house. She was detailed when preparing the listing, realistic about pricing, and reassured us along the way as the market cooled. She coordinated showings around our kids' nap times, ran multiple open houses, and very clearly explained every incentive option. I felt very informed the whole time.”

    Leah Towns

    Seller · Hill Country

    “We had been looking for the right piece of land for almost two years. Jennifer was the first agent who actually listened to what we wanted — not just square footage and bedrooms, but how the light hit the porch in the morning and whether the oak trees were old enough. She found us something we didn't even know was on the market.”

    Mark & Sandra T.

    Acreage Buyers · Driftwood

    “Selling a waterfront property is different. You need someone who understands dock permits, shoreline setbacks, and what buyers are actually looking for on the lake. Jennifer knew all of it. She priced it right, marketed it beautifully, and we closed above asking in three weeks.”

    Rebecca Chen

    Lake Travis Waterfront Seller

    “We were done with city life but didn't want to lose the good parts. Jennifer showed us neighborhoods we never would have found on Zillow — places where our kids could actually roam and we could still get to downtown when we needed to. She didn't just sell us a house. She helped us choose a life.”

    The Hartley Family

    Relocated from Austin · Dripping Springs

    “I've worked with a lot of agents over the years. Most of them disappear after the commission check clears. Jennifer checks in six months later to see how the rental is performing. That kind of follow-through is rare, and it's why I keep coming back.”

    Darnell Jackson

    Investor · Multiple Properties

    “Building custom is stressful. Jennifer walked every lot with us, introduced us to the right builder, and caught issues in the plans that we never would have seen. When the appraisal came in low, she had comps ready and argued our case before we even asked. She's not just an agent — she's an advocate.”

    Angela & Roberto V.

    Custom Build · Rim Rock

    “Working with Jennifer was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her communication was prompt and clear, she advocated thoughtfully for her clients, and she handled every step with professionalism and care. It's always refreshing to collaborate with an agent who understands how to create a smooth, solutions-focused experience for everyone involved.”

    Kathleen Magat

    Fellow Real Estate Professional

    “Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but Jen made the experience feel grounded and manageable. She has this very positive, let's-figure-it-out-together approach that makes you feel supported instead of pressured. She walked through every scenario honestly and without judgment, and never pushed me toward a decision for the sake of a sale.”

    Bianca Rojas

    First-time Homebuyer · Kyle, TX

    “I can't express how thankful I am with Jennifer. She wasn't only my realtor, she became my mentor and a friend. As a young, first-generation homebuyer, I had little real estate knowledge, and she taught me every step with kindness and patience. Years later when it was time to sell, every single hurdle we faced, Jennifer had a solution for.”

    Ixchel Perez

    Two-time Client · Buyer & Seller

    “Working with Jennifer and her team was one of the most flawless real estate transactions we have ever experienced. When we had questions, she responded immediately. We were guided through what needed to be done next every step of the way. We give Jennifer and Nook Realty our highest recommendation.”

    Dave & Debbie Stoetzel

    New Construction · Buyer

    “Jennifer was very helpful when we were selling our house. She was detailed when preparing the listing, realistic about pricing, and reassured us along the way as the market cooled. She coordinated showings around our kids' nap times, ran multiple open houses, and very clearly explained every incentive option. I felt very informed the whole time.”

    Leah Towns

    Seller · Hill Country

    “We had been looking for the right piece of land for almost two years. Jennifer was the first agent who actually listened to what we wanted — not just square footage and bedrooms, but how the light hit the porch in the morning and whether the oak trees were old enough. She found us something we didn't even know was on the market.”

    Mark & Sandra T.

    Acreage Buyers · Driftwood

    “Selling a waterfront property is different. You need someone who understands dock permits, shoreline setbacks, and what buyers are actually looking for on the lake. Jennifer knew all of it. She priced it right, marketed it beautifully, and we closed above asking in three weeks.”

    Rebecca Chen

    Lake Travis Waterfront Seller

    “We were done with city life but didn't want to lose the good parts. Jennifer showed us neighborhoods we never would have found on Zillow — places where our kids could actually roam and we could still get to downtown when we needed to. She didn't just sell us a house. She helped us choose a life.”

    The Hartley Family

    Relocated from Austin · Dripping Springs

    “I've worked with a lot of agents over the years. Most of them disappear after the commission check clears. Jennifer checks in six months later to see how the rental is performing. That kind of follow-through is rare, and it's why I keep coming back.”

    Darnell Jackson

    Investor · Multiple Properties

    “Building custom is stressful. Jennifer walked every lot with us, introduced us to the right builder, and caught issues in the plans that we never would have seen. When the appraisal came in low, she had comps ready and argued our case before we even asked. She's not just an agent — she's an advocate.”

    Angela & Roberto V.

    Custom Build · Rim Rock

    “Building custom is stressful. Jennifer walked every lot with us, introduced us to the right builder, and caught issues in the plans that we never would have seen. When the appraisal came in low, she had comps ready and argued our case before we even asked. She's not just an agent — she's an advocate.”

    Angela & Roberto V.

    Custom Build · Rim Rock

    “I've worked with a lot of agents over the years. Most of them disappear after the commission check clears. Jennifer checks in six months later to see how the rental is performing. That kind of follow-through is rare, and it's why I keep coming back.”

    Darnell Jackson

    Investor · Multiple Properties

    “We were done with city life but didn't want to lose the good parts. Jennifer showed us neighborhoods we never would have found on Zillow — places where our kids could actually roam and we could still get to downtown when we needed to. She didn't just sell us a house. She helped us choose a life.”

    The Hartley Family

    Relocated from Austin · Dripping Springs

    “Selling a waterfront property is different. You need someone who understands dock permits, shoreline setbacks, and what buyers are actually looking for on the lake. Jennifer knew all of it. She priced it right, marketed it beautifully, and we closed above asking in three weeks.”

    Rebecca Chen

    Lake Travis Waterfront Seller

    “We had been looking for the right piece of land for almost two years. Jennifer was the first agent who actually listened to what we wanted — not just square footage and bedrooms, but how the light hit the porch in the morning and whether the oak trees were old enough. She found us something we didn't even know was on the market.”

    Mark & Sandra T.

    Acreage Buyers · Driftwood

    “Jennifer was very helpful when we were selling our house. She was detailed when preparing the listing, realistic about pricing, and reassured us along the way as the market cooled. She coordinated showings around our kids' nap times, ran multiple open houses, and very clearly explained every incentive option. I felt very informed the whole time.”

    Leah Towns

    Seller · Hill Country

    “Working with Jennifer and her team was one of the most flawless real estate transactions we have ever experienced. When we had questions, she responded immediately. We were guided through what needed to be done next every step of the way. We give Jennifer and Nook Realty our highest recommendation.”

    Dave & Debbie Stoetzel

    New Construction · Buyer

    “I can't express how thankful I am with Jennifer. She wasn't only my realtor, she became my mentor and a friend. As a young, first-generation homebuyer, I had little real estate knowledge, and she taught me every step with kindness and patience. Years later when it was time to sell, every single hurdle we faced, Jennifer had a solution for.”

    Ixchel Perez

    Two-time Client · Buyer & Seller

    “Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but Jen made the experience feel grounded and manageable. She has this very positive, let's-figure-it-out-together approach that makes you feel supported instead of pressured. She walked through every scenario honestly and without judgment, and never pushed me toward a decision for the sake of a sale.”

    Bianca Rojas

    First-time Homebuyer · Kyle, TX

    “Working with Jennifer was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her communication was prompt and clear, she advocated thoughtfully for her clients, and she handled every step with professionalism and care. It's always refreshing to collaborate with an agent who understands how to create a smooth, solutions-focused experience for everyone involved.”

    Kathleen Magat

    Fellow Real Estate Professional

    “Building custom is stressful. Jennifer walked every lot with us, introduced us to the right builder, and caught issues in the plans that we never would have seen. When the appraisal came in low, she had comps ready and argued our case before we even asked. She's not just an agent — she's an advocate.”

    Angela & Roberto V.

    Custom Build · Rim Rock

    “I've worked with a lot of agents over the years. Most of them disappear after the commission check clears. Jennifer checks in six months later to see how the rental is performing. That kind of follow-through is rare, and it's why I keep coming back.”

    Darnell Jackson

    Investor · Multiple Properties

    “We were done with city life but didn't want to lose the good parts. Jennifer showed us neighborhoods we never would have found on Zillow — places where our kids could actually roam and we could still get to downtown when we needed to. She didn't just sell us a house. She helped us choose a life.”

    The Hartley Family

    Relocated from Austin · Dripping Springs

    “Selling a waterfront property is different. You need someone who understands dock permits, shoreline setbacks, and what buyers are actually looking for on the lake. Jennifer knew all of it. She priced it right, marketed it beautifully, and we closed above asking in three weeks.”

    Rebecca Chen

    Lake Travis Waterfront Seller

    “We had been looking for the right piece of land for almost two years. Jennifer was the first agent who actually listened to what we wanted — not just square footage and bedrooms, but how the light hit the porch in the morning and whether the oak trees were old enough. She found us something we didn't even know was on the market.”

    Mark & Sandra T.

    Acreage Buyers · Driftwood

    “Jennifer was very helpful when we were selling our house. She was detailed when preparing the listing, realistic about pricing, and reassured us along the way as the market cooled. She coordinated showings around our kids' nap times, ran multiple open houses, and very clearly explained every incentive option. I felt very informed the whole time.”

    Leah Towns

    Seller · Hill Country

    “Working with Jennifer and her team was one of the most flawless real estate transactions we have ever experienced. When we had questions, she responded immediately. We were guided through what needed to be done next every step of the way. We give Jennifer and Nook Realty our highest recommendation.”

    Dave & Debbie Stoetzel

    New Construction · Buyer

    “I can't express how thankful I am with Jennifer. She wasn't only my realtor, she became my mentor and a friend. As a young, first-generation homebuyer, I had little real estate knowledge, and she taught me every step with kindness and patience. Years later when it was time to sell, every single hurdle we faced, Jennifer had a solution for.”

    Ixchel Perez

    Two-time Client · Buyer & Seller

    “Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but Jen made the experience feel grounded and manageable. She has this very positive, let's-figure-it-out-together approach that makes you feel supported instead of pressured. She walked through every scenario honestly and without judgment, and never pushed me toward a decision for the sake of a sale.”

    Bianca Rojas

    First-time Homebuyer · Kyle, TX

    “Working with Jennifer was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her communication was prompt and clear, she advocated thoughtfully for her clients, and she handled every step with professionalism and care. It's always refreshing to collaborate with an agent who understands how to create a smooth, solutions-focused experience for everyone involved.”

    Kathleen Magat

    Fellow Real Estate Professional