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WELCOME TO STEINER RANCH.

AUSTIN'S TOP RANKED NEIGHBORHOOD.

Steiner Ranch is more than just a place to live – it’s a vibrant community where connections are nurtured and memories are made. Nestled in the picturesque Texas Hill Country, Steiner Ranch offers a unique blend of natural beauty, top-notch amenities, and a friendly atmosphere. Whether you're moving to or within Steiner Ranch, you'll find everything you need to make this community your home.

Located in the northwestern part of Austin, Texas, with award-winning schools, Steiner Ranch is a breathtaking master-planned community developed by the Steiner Ranch Development Company in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Known for its scenic views, rolling hills, and close proximity to Austin, Steiner Ranch has become one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the area. With about 4,600 acres of land, including lush green hills, creeks, lakes, and parks, residents have ample opportunities to immerse themselves in the great outdoors.

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Matt van Winkle Associate Broker & Owner
Experience has its rewards

Proud to be your Steiner Ranch real estate expert

I’m Matt van Winkle, a full-time real estate advisor and Steiner Ranch resident, focused on helping clients buy and sell homes right here in Steiner Ranch, Austin, Texas. This is more than just where I work—it’s where I live, raise my family, and advocate for my neighbors.

If you're thinking about buying or selling in Steiner Ranch, you deserve more than a generalist. You need someone who understands how pricing can change from street to street—and how to position your home to stand out in this specific market. As the #1 Real Estate Agent in Steiner Ranch, that’s where I come in.

Before founding The Leverage Team at Compass, I served as CEO of RE/MAX Northwest, growing the company from one agent to over 700 across 16 offices and overseeing more than $30 billion in sales. That experience shaped my approach to real estate: combining smart systems, marketing expertise, and a team-based model that delivers consistent results.

Now, I focus all of that experience on a single goal—helping Steiner Ranch homeowners navigate this market with clarity and confidence. I’ve developed a three-part listing strategy that goes far beyond what most agents offer. It starts with targeted pre-marketing to qualified buyers, includes a private off-market phase to test pricing and generate interest, and ends with a full MLS launch that maximizes exposure.

Not every home in Steiner Ranch is listed publicly—and some of the best ones sell quietly, off-market. I maintain an active network of qualified buyers looking specifically in this neighborhood and use a data-backed outreach system to match them with potential sellers. This off-market approach helps clients sell with more control, less hassle, and better outcomes—often without ever going live.

I also invest heavily in marketing that actually reaches buyers. That includes cinematic video tours, targeted YouTube ads, SEO-driven content, and a strong presence across Instagram and Facebook. These aren’t just vanity metrics—they generate real leads and have directly helped my listings sell faster and for more money. In fact, many of my buyers first discover Steiner Ranch homes through my YouTube channel or social media.

If you’re considering a move, or just want honest insight into your options, let’s talk. I’ll give you a clear strategy, backed by real data and local expertise—let's have a quick chat. 

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“James Lucas was fantastic. He was patient and knowledgeable and helped me find an amazing house without a ton of hassle. He always answered my calls and actually seemed to care about me and finding me a good place. I highly recommend him for anyone who needs a realtor they can trust to take care of them.”

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“I am very pleased with the professionalism, patience and communication that Brandin and his team provided. Brandin was well informed at all times and helped me make the best decisions that allowed for the sale of the property. I highly recommend that you use Brandin if you are in the process of buying or selling your home.”

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“James Lucas did a fantastic job helping me find my new home and made the whole process a breeze. He was always very professional and really focused on finding options that matched my needs. When it was time to put an offer for the house, he clearly understood the home prices in the area and helped me determine the right price for the house. He took care of getting the inspection done and helped negotiate some repairs with the seller. I…”

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“Working with Ashley has been a absolute delight. She's very knowledgeable crafty and consistent. Her willingness to go above and beyond sets her apart from anyone else that I've worked with. Ashley is extremely professional and easy to approach with any questions. I really appreciate her willingness to explain each part of the process even when I asked the same question multiple times. Thank you Ashley for everything you do!”

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    There are plenty of great neighborhoods in Austin—but here’s why families keep choosing Steiner Ranch.
 
If you’ve been house hunting in West Austin or near Lake Travis, Steiner Ranch has probably come up. And if it hasn’t—it should.
 
Here are the top 3 reasons families move to Steiner (and stay):
📚 Top-rated public schools — Zoned to award-winning Leander ISD schools like River Ridge Elementary and Vandegrift High School.
🌳 Access to trails, greenbelt, and Lake Austin — Whether you hike, bike, or kayak, you’ve got it all nearby.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Strong sense of community — Block parties, school events, sports teams, and neighborhood pools keep things connected.
 
There’s a reason so many move-up buyers start their next chapter right here.
 
📩 DM me if you want a list of homes walking distance to schools, trails, or the lake.
#SteinerRanch #AustinNeighborhoods #SteinerLiving #TopSchoolsAustin #LeanderISD #BalconesCanyonlands #FamilyHomesAustin #WestAustinRealEstate 1 There are plenty of great neighborhoods in Austin—but here’s why families keep choosing Steiner Ranch. If you’ve been house hunting in West Austin or near Lake Travis, Steiner Ranch has probably come up. And if it hasn’t—it should. Here are the top 3 reasons families move to Steiner (and stay): 📚 Top-rated public s… 🏡 This Bella Mar home in Steiner Ranch has the backyard.

We’re talking massive, flat, and fully usable — big enough for a football game, a garden party, or just letting the kids run wild. I’m standing at the far end of the yard in this video… and you probably can’t even see me.

Add in a pool, mature trees, and space to actually enjoy the outdoors — this one’s rare.

#SteinerRanch #BellaMar #AustinRealEstate #BigBackyard #SteinerRanchHomes #BackyardGoals #TexasHomes 🏡 This Bella Mar home in Steiner Ranch has the backyard. We’re talking massive, flat, and fully usable — big enough for a football game, a garden party, or just letting the kids run wild. I’m standing at the far end of the yard in this video… and you probably can’t even see me. Add in a pool, mature trees, and space … Most buyers start with the same line:
“We’re just looking. Not in a rush.”
 
Which makes sense — until the right house shows up earlier than expected.
And by the time you’re ready to make a move, someone else already has.
 
That early “browsing” phase matters more than people realize.
Because getting clear on your budget, your priorities, and your timing before you need to…
is the difference between moving in and missing out.
 
#SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #ModernBuyer #RealEstateAdvice #RealTalk #BuyerStrategy #AustinHomesForSale Most buyers start with the same line: “We’re just looking. Not in a rush.” Which makes sense — until the right house shows up earlier than expected. And by the time you’re ready to make a move, someone else already has. That early “browsing” phase matters more than people realize. Because getting clear on your budg… I used to run one of the biggest brokerages in the US. Hundreds of agents, big numbers, big goals.
But it pulled me away from what I enjoy most: helping real people in a community I actually live in.
Now, my focus is right here in Steiner Ranch—working with families who live here or want to, just like mine did.
Fewer transactions, more intention.
I know the streets, the schools, the hidden value—and I’m here for the long term.
This neighborhood isn't just part of my territory. It's part of my life. 2 I used to run one of the biggest brokerages in the US. Hundreds of agents, big numbers, big goals. But it pulled me away from what I enjoy most: helping real people in a community I actually live in. Now, my focus is right here in Steiner Ranch—working with families who live here or want to, just like mine did. Fewer t… 📈 Waiting for Prices to Drop? Here’s the Reality.

A lot of buyers in Steiner Ranch waited, hoping prices would fall. Guess what? Those same homes now cost more—and interest rates didn’t wait for the “perfect time” either.

💰 Here’s what happens when you wait:
➡️ Home prices keep rising.
➡️ Interest rates fluctuate, impacting affordability.
➡️ The best homes get bought by someone else.

The best time to buy? When it makes sense for YOU. Waiting could mean paying more for the same house later. Let’s find the right home now—before it gets even more expensive.
📩 DM me to start your search!

#SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #MarketTrends #BuyNowOrPayMore #RealEstateStrategy 📈 Waiting for Prices to Drop? Here’s the Reality. A lot of buyers in Steiner Ranch waited, hoping prices would fall. Guess what? Those same homes now cost more—and interest rates didn’t wait for the “perfect time” either. 💰 Here’s what happens when you wait: ➡️ Home prices keep rising. ➡️ Interest rates fluctuate, im… Listing without testing is like negotiating blind.
 
In Steiner Ranch, the difference between listing low and selling high comes down to strategy. Here’s how I help clients do it right:
 
🔹 Phase 1: Quiet buyer outreach to gauge interest
🔹 Phase 2: Private marketing to refine price and messaging
🔹 Phase 3: Full public launch once we know what’s working
 
It’s not guesswork—it’s data-driven. Want to know what your home is really worth?
 
#SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #SellSmart #HomePricing #HomeSellingTips #SteinerRanchHomes #RealEstateStrategy #AustinHomesForSale Listing without testing is like negotiating blind. In Steiner Ranch, the difference between listing low and selling high comes down to strategy. Here’s how I help clients do it right: 🔹 Phase 1: Quiet buyer outreach to gauge interest 🔹 Phase 2: Private marketing to refine price and messaging 🔹 Phase 3: Full public … 🔑 Fully Remodeled & Move-In Ready in Steiner Ranch

This isn’t your typical listing—it’s a rare chance to own a completely renovated, turn-key home on a quiet cul-de-sac with one of the best yards in the neighborhood. Flat, oversized, backing to greenbelt, and just steps from John Simpson Park.

Inside, everything’s been updated: white oak floors, new windows, roof, quartz counters, appliances, bathrooms—you name it. The layout is both functional and flexible, with multiple living spaces, a guest-ready flex room, and stylish upgrades throughout.

If you’ve been waiting for a home that needs nothing—this is it.

#steinerranch #austinrealestate #moveinready #justlisted #steinerhomes #realestateaustin #fullyrenovated #turnkeyhomes #leanderisd 🔑 Fully Remodeled & Move-In Ready in Steiner Ranch This isn’t your typical listing—it’s a rare chance to own a completely renovated, turn-key home on a quiet cul-de-sac with one of the best yards in the neighborhood. Flat, oversized, backing to greenbelt, and just steps from John Simpson Park. Inside, everything’s be… I spent years teaching hundreds of agents and business owners how to track their time, stay focused, and protect their priorities.
And I still fall into the same traps.
That’s why I still track my own time — not to squeeze more into the day, but to catch the drift before it gets out of hand.
It’s easy to feel busy and think you’re working hard. But when I look at the calendar, I can see where things slipped: calls that went nowhere, half-finished tasks, distractions I didn’t notice.
Time tracking doesn’t make me perfect.
It just helps me course-correct faster.
Because just like we know I'm not really working in this photo, we all know we didn't REALLY spend a full two hours just on that one thing we said we did. I spent years teaching hundreds of agents and business owners how to track their time, stay focused, and protect their priorities. And I still fall into the same traps. That’s why I still track my own time — not to squeeze more into the day, but to catch the drift before it gets out of hand. It’s easy to feel busy and …
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    mattvanwinkle.tx There are plenty of great neighborhoods in Austin—but here’s why families keep choosing Steiner Ranch. If you’ve been house hunting in West Austin or near Lake Travis, Steiner Ranch has probably come up. And if it hasn’t—it should. Here are the top 3 reasons families move to Steiner (and stay): 📚 Top-rated public schools — Zoned to award-winning Leander ISD schools like River Ridge Elementary and Vandegrift High School. 🌳 Access to trails, greenbelt, and Lake Austin — Whether you hike, bike, or kayak, you’ve got it all nearby. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Strong sense of community — Block parties, school events, sports teams, and neighborhood pools keep things connected. There’s a reason so many move-up buyers start their next chapter right here. 📩 DM me if you want a list of homes walking distance to schools, trails, or the lake. #SteinerRanch #AustinNeighborhoods #SteinerLiving #TopSchoolsAustin #LeanderISD #BalconesCanyonlands #FamilyHomesAustin #WestAustinRealEstate
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    mattvanwinkle.tx 🏡 This Bella Mar home in Steiner Ranch has the backyard. We’re talking massive, flat, and fully usable — big enough for a football game, a garden party, or just letting the kids run wild. I’m standing at the far end of the yard in this video… and you probably can’t even see me. Add in a pool, mature trees, and space to actually enjoy the outdoors — this one’s rare. #SteinerRanch #BellaMar #AustinRealEstate #BigBackyard #SteinerRanchHomes #BackyardGoals #TexasHomes
    mattvanwinkle.tx Most buyers start with the same line: “We’re just looking. Not in a rush.” Which makes sense — until the right house shows up earlier than expected. And by the time you’re ready to make a move, someone else already has. That early “browsing” phase matters more than people realize. Because getting clear on your budget, your priorities, and your timing before you need to… is the difference between moving in and missing out. #SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #ModernBuyer #RealEstateAdvice #RealTalk #BuyerStrategy #AustinHomesForSale
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    mattvanwinkle.tx I used to run one of the biggest brokerages in the US. Hundreds of agents, big numbers, big goals. But it pulled me away from what I enjoy most: helping real people in a community I actually live in. Now, my focus is right here in Steiner Ranch—working with families who live here or want to, just like mine did. Fewer transactions, more intention. I know the streets, the schools, the hidden value—and I’m here for the long term. This neighborhood isn't just part of my territory. It's part of my life.
    I was brand new when I went to REMAX NW in Tacoma. Your leadership set my path in real estate. The first professional I had met that instilled the value of the legalities of the contracts and the data. Forever grateful 🙏🏻
    @shannongailmorey Thank you! It's been exciting to see how far your career has progressed!
    mattvanwinkle.tx 📈 Waiting for Prices to Drop? Here’s the Reality. A lot of buyers in Steiner Ranch waited, hoping prices would fall. Guess what? Those same homes now cost more—and interest rates didn’t wait for the “perfect time” either. 💰 Here’s what happens when you wait: ➡️ Home prices keep rising. ➡️ Interest rates fluctuate, impacting affordability. ➡️ The best homes get bought by someone else. The best time to buy? When it makes sense for YOU. Waiting could mean paying more for the same house later. Let’s find the right home now—before it gets even more expensive. 📩 DM me to start your search! #SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #MarketTrends #BuyNowOrPayMore #RealEstateStrategy
    mattvanwinkle.tx Listing without testing is like negotiating blind. In Steiner Ranch, the difference between listing low and selling high comes down to strategy. Here’s how I help clients do it right: 🔹 Phase 1: Quiet buyer outreach to gauge interest 🔹 Phase 2: Private marketing to refine price and messaging 🔹 Phase 3: Full public launch once we know what’s working It’s not guesswork—it’s data-driven. Want to know what your home is really worth? #SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #SellSmart #HomePricing #HomeSellingTips #SteinerRanchHomes #RealEstateStrategy #AustinHomesForSale
    mattvanwinkle.tx 🔑 Fully Remodeled & Move-In Ready in Steiner Ranch This isn’t your typical listing—it’s a rare chance to own a completely renovated, turn-key home on a quiet cul-de-sac with one of the best yards in the neighborhood. Flat, oversized, backing to greenbelt, and just steps from John Simpson Park. Inside, everything’s been updated: white oak floors, new windows, roof, quartz counters, appliances, bathrooms—you name it. The layout is both functional and flexible, with multiple living spaces, a guest-ready flex room, and stylish upgrades throughout. If you’ve been waiting for a home that needs nothing—this is it. #steinerranch #austinrealestate #moveinready #justlisted #steinerhomes #realestateaustin #fullyrenovated #turnkeyhomes #leanderisd
    mattvanwinkle.tx
    mattvanwinkle.tx I spent years teaching hundreds of agents and business owners how to track their time, stay focused, and protect their priorities. And I still fall into the same traps. That’s why I still track my own time — not to squeeze more into the day, but to catch the drift before it gets out of hand. It’s easy to feel busy and think you’re working hard. But when I look at the calendar, I can see where things slipped: calls that went nowhere, half-finished tasks, distractions I didn’t notice. Time tracking doesn’t make me perfect. It just helps me course-correct faster. Because just like we know I'm not really working in this photo, we all know we didn't REALLY spend a full two hours just on that one thing we said we did.