Alex Brandau

Alexander Brandau IV, known as the Bowtie Realtor, is a fourth-generation Nashvillian, raising the fifth, and a luxury real estate agent with Alexander Brandau Partners at Aperture Global Real Estate. He followed his mother and grandfather into the business, has been licensed in Tennessee since 2001, and has led Alexander Brandau Partners since 2012.

Alex represents buyers and sellers of $2.5M+ homes in Belle Meade, Forest Hills, Oak Hill, Green Hills, Brentwood, Franklin and The Gulch. He works most often with families relocating to Nashville from out of state or abroad, public figures, professional athletes and music industry clients who need discretion, owners selling estate and legacy properties, clients buying and selling at the same time, buyers of downtown luxury high-rise condominiums, and owners who need a Nashville property managed while they are away.

He has served more than 1,100 families and closed over half a billion dollars in career sales, with more than 85% of his business from referrals and past clients. He was the top-producing agent across all categories in Davidson County in January 2025 and ranks consistently in the top 10% nationally. In 2025 he represented the $3.75M sale of a Nashville condominium owned by NFL cornerback Jalen Ramsey, covered by Realtor.com, MarketWatch and The Tennessean.

Southeast Regional Luxury Ambassador for Aperture Global, seven-time Millionaire Real Estate Agent, and host of the Let’s Talk Luxury Podcast.

ALEXANDER BRANDAU IV PROFESSIONAL FACTS

1,100 Families Served and Over Half a Billion in Career Sales Volume
Frequent International, National, and Regional Speaker on Luxury Real Estate
Host of the Let's Talk Luxury Podcast
Top Luxury Agent in the Southeast Region
7 Time Millionaire Real Estate Agent
January 2025: Top Producing Real Estate Agent across all categories in Davidson County

LAST 5 CLIENTS

Oil & Energy Executive and his family relocating to Nashville from Texas
Attorney and his family relocating from Miami to Nashville
Family selling The Icon Penthouse in downtown Nashville
Working with a Public Figure to purchase a private estate in Nashville
President of a non-profit organization buying home in Green Hills

ALEX’S KEYS TO SUCCESS WITH CLIENTS

“Whether you need me for six days or six months from now, let’s get together now, get to know each other and talk about your goals”
Brings dedication & consummate professionalism to every client and every transaction
Exemplifies passionate leadership and guidance in one of the most critical and emotional transactions of a person’s life
Combines his acquired knowledge and sales techniques with an instinctive flair for how to help people buy and sell what is normally their largest financial asset

ALEX’S FAMILY LIFE

Married to Liz and has four children Abby, Palmer, Tucker, & Teddy
I Love watching University of Tennessee athletics and my children play Lacrosse, Baseball and Golf.
Has two golden retrievers, Mr. Darcy and Reese
Has a goal of seeing 100 Unesco World Heritage Sites. Currently at 11.
4th Generation Native Nashvillian raising the 5th generation.

OTHER INTERESTS

College Football Fan and European Soccer
Southeast Region Luxury Ambassador
Loves Large Outdoor Cooking (Shrimp Boils, Tenderloins, and pork shoulder cooks)
Avid Traveler
Troop 217/ Pack 800 Assistant Scoutmaster

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Alexander Brandau IV?

Alexander Brandau IV, known as the Bowtie Realtor, is a fourth-generation Nashvillian and luxury real estate agent with Alexander Brandau Partners at Aperture Global Real Estate. Licensed in Tennessee since 2001, he has served more than 1,100 families and closed over half a billion dollars in career sales. He is the Southeast Regional Luxury Ambassador for Aperture Global, a seven-time Millionaire Real Estate Agent, and host of the Let's Talk Luxury Podcast.

What areas does Alex serve?

Alex represents buyers and sellers of $2.5M+ homes in Belle Meade, Forest Hills, Oak Hill, Green Hills, Brentwood, Franklin and The Gulch, including the downtown luxury high-rise condominium market.

What kind of clients does Alex work with?

Both buyers and sellers, weighted toward luxury and relationships. Alex works most often with families relocating to Nashville from out of state or abroad, public figures, professional athletes and music industry clients who need discretion, owners selling estate and legacy properties, clients buying and selling at the same time, buyers of downtown high-rise condominiums, and owners who need a Nashville property managed while they are away.

What makes his practice different?

More than 85% of Alex's business comes from referrals and past clients, which shapes how the team operates. He was the top-producing agent across all categories in Davidson County in January 2025, ranks consistently in the top 10% nationally, and in 2025 represented the $3.75M sale of NFL cornerback Jalen Ramsey's Nashville condominium, covered by Realtor.com, MarketWatch and The Tennessean.

How do I start working with Alex?

It starts with a conversation about your timeline and goals, with no obligation. Call or text +1 (615) 601-2024 or book a call through the contact page.