Carissa Blazek-Washbourne
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Carissa Blazek-Washbourne

  • Resources
      My Home Didn't Sell! Now What? Property Marketing Plan
  • Listings
  • Contact
Carissa Washbourne

Carissa Washbourne

Carissa Blazek Washbourne is the Broker and Owner of Own Texas Property and a proud native Austinite with more than 20 years of experience serving buyers, sellers, investors, landlords, and families throughout Central Texas.

Since launching her real estate career in 2005, Carissa has built her business on integrity, exceptional service, and lasting client relationships. She combines extensive market knowledge with a hands-on, personalized approach, ensuring every client receives honest advice, responsive communication, and skilled representation from contract to closing.

Her experience spans nearly every facet of residential real estate, including first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, new construction, investment properties, 1031 exchanges, raw land, residential leasing, and complex negotiations. She also has extensive experience helping families through significant life transitions, including downsizing, moves to assisted living, inherited properties, estate sales, and probate-related real estate transactions. Working alongside trusted estate planning and probate professionals when needed, Carissa helps make what can often be an emotional and overwhelming process as smooth and manageable as possible.

As a lifelong resident of the Austin area, Carissa offers invaluable insight into the communities she serves, including Austin, Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, and the surrounding areas. Her clients appreciate her straightforward guidance, strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to protecting their best interests.

Whether you're buying your first home, selling a longtime family property, building a real estate portfolio, or navigating a major life transition, Carissa is dedicated to providing knowledgeable guidance, compassionate service, and results you can trust.

Own Texas Property

P.O. Box 1975
Cedar Park , TX 78630
United States
5122645544

Recent Articles

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31 Jan 2024

Upgrade Your Home With These 2024 Design Trends

by Carissa Washbourne

One of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Whether you lean toward contemporary design or...

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01 Jan 2024

Real Estate Market Forecast: Opportunities for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2024

by Carissa Washbourne

A growing share of home buyers and sellers sat on the sidelines last year as the pace of home sales continued its downward trajectory.1 In fact, since the Federal Reserve began its series of...

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01 Dec 2023

Celebrate Sustainably: 5 Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday at Home

by Carissa Washbourne

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it’s also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to...

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01 Nov 2023

35 Tips to Furnish Your New Home for Less

by Carissa Washbourne

Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer...

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29 Sep 2023

Income Properties Are Trending, But Is Landlord Life for You?

by Carissa Washbourne

If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Americans’ favorite ways to grow their...

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01 Sep 2023

Top 7 Tips To Attract the Best Offers for Your Home

by Carissa Washbourne

Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last...

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31 Jul 2023

7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

by Carissa Washbourne

To avoid buyer’s remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home.  Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent...

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01 Jul 2023

Renovate or Relocate? 3 Questions To Help You Decide

by Carissa Washbourne

Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s...

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01 Jun 2023

National Real Estate Market Update for 2023

by Carissa Washbourne

There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Federal Reserve began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates, mortgage...

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01 May 2023

How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget

by Carissa Washbourne

It’s not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for...

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Recent Listings

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3753 Rams Horn Way Round Rock Texas

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 2,104 sqft

“Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this beautiful 3 bedroom home, located in the desirable Eagle Ridge neighborhood. With an open floor plan, tile and wood flooring, and a large deck,...

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2633 Shumard Bluff Leander Tx 78641

Sold | 4 BR | 3 BA | 2,754 sqft

Come experience the best of Texas living in this gorgeous and spacious traditional home located in the sought after Bluffs at Crystal Falls with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, plus a study, 3 car...

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16100 S. Great Oaks #3401

Sold | 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,068 sqft

Welcome to Cat Hollow Condominium – conveniently located near several hike/bike/dog walking trails, shopping, restaurants, a LA Fitness gym, post office and even medical/hospital facilities within 2 miles! Located at 16100 S. Great Oaks...

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6801 Caterina Cove

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,791 sqft

This beautifully traditional 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in the Siena neighborhood offers a great combination of modern amenities like granite countertops, a double vanity, and a separate garden tub and shower, as...

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4-Front

Beautiful Gehan Magnolia Floorplan in Homestead Subdivision Leander Texas

Sold | 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,659 sqft

Gorgeous Gehan Magnolia 2 story beauty showcases many details: 3 bed, plus study, 2.5 baths plus gameroom/flex space. Light & Bright open kitchen w/ large center island, treska solid white counters, subway tile back...

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3-Front

Sold in Fantastic Location of Cedar Park

Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,420 sqft

Adorable single-story D.R. Horton home in Cedar Grove offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This open plan is perfect for entertaining. The spacious kitchen features a center island/breakfast bar, granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless...

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712 Bluffwater Way Lago Vista Texas 78645

Sold | 4 BR | 4 BA | 3,100 sqft

Gorgeous “New” custom contemporary style two story beauty on nearly half an acre lot, showcases many details. Open kitchen w/large center island, waterfall edge, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, double ovens with kitchen opening...

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Own Texas Property

P.O. Box 1975

Cedar Park, TX 78630

United States

www.owntexasproperty.com

(512) 264-5544

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