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Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty has expanded to the Texas coast through a merger with Port Aransas Realty.
The deal will extend Kuper Sotheby’s reach into the Coastal Bend region, including Port Aransas, Corpus Christi, Rockport and North Padre Island.
The Austin-based brokerage has traditionally focused on central and south Texas.
The companies did not disclose financial terms of the agreement, which formalizes a relationship that has spanned more than three decades. Port Aransas Realty has operated in the region since 1986.
“What’s slated for the Coastal Bend — especially in Port Aransas — in terms of new development, new condos, and new neighborhoods is truly impressive,” said J Kuper, principal broker of Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty. “This has really become the belle of the ball as far as the Texas coast goes. There is a true legacy behind Port Aransas Realty, and we are now proud custodians of that legacy — ready to carry it forward.”
Port Aransas Realty founder Becky Corder said the decision to join with Kuper was based on shared values and a longstanding relationship with the Kuper family.
“Port Aransas Realty has been my life’s work,” Corder said. “Together, we’ve built a company that values our customers, our colleagues, our extended work family, and our community. There is no better family and company to entrust with our legacy.”
Kuper Sotheby’s said the merger will provide local real estate agents with access to broader resources and marketing through the Sotheby’s International Realty network.
“Working together makes perfect sense, we share the same clients,” said Keith McMullin, broker and managing partner of Port Aransas Realty. “Generations of Texas families have enjoyed splitting time between their vacation home in Port Aransas and their primary residence in Austin or San Antonio.”
The expansion comes as the Coastal Bend continues its shift from a primarily local market to a broader resort destination, with increased demand for second homes and lifestyle-oriented coastal real estate, company leaders said.
