Strategic pricing
I start with a data-backed home valuation and a seller consultation, then we set a pricing strategy built to attract serious buyers and get your home sold quickly.
Houston · Clear Lake · Bay Area · Galveston County
Sell your Houston home with a plain-spoken local REALTOR®
Hi, I'm Rod Dittrick, a REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty Clear Lake / NASA doing business as Dittrick Realty Group. If you're getting ready to sell in Houston or around Clear Lake, I'll help you do it with a clear plan, honest pricing and steady communication from the first conversation to the closing table.
- 25 years of business experience brought to every client
- Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Houston-Clear Lake
- 5-star Google reviews — and I work hard to earn that trust every time
How I help you sell
A clear plan from listing to closing.
Five things you can count on when you list with me.
Marketing & positioning
Professional marketing that presents your home's strengths to the buyers most likely to want it.
Sharp negotiation
I negotiate offers, counteroffers, repair requests and contract terms with your bottom line in mind.
A transparent process
I keep things down-to-earth. What's happening, and why, is never a mystery.
Consistent updates
You'll hear from me at every stage, from the listing agreement all the way to closing.
What clients say
Real reviews from Rod's clients.
★★★★★
“Mr. Rod kept us informed and went out of his way to help us sell my parents house.”
★★★★★
“Rod is a fantastic, top-notch realtor”
★★★★★
“Rod was patient and responsive to my questions as a first time buyer.”
★★★★★
“Would recommend Rod to friends and family and plan on using him again.”
Older homes that need work
Selling an older Houston home?
Plenty of Houston-area homes have some age on them, and that's okay. Selling an older home well comes down to a few honest decisions, and I'll walk through each one with you.
Every home and every market is different, so I can't promise a particular price or timeline. What I can promise is straight answers and a plan that fits your situation.
Fix or sell as-is?
Not every repair pays for itself. We'll look at your home's condition together and talk through which updates or repairs are likely to matter to buyers and which may not be worth your time and money. Sometimes selling as-is is the smartest move.
Price honestly for condition
An older home priced like a remodeled one tends to sit. I'll price your home realistically for its condition and the local market so it lands in front of the right buyers from day one.
Market to the right buyers
Some buyers want move-in ready; others want a home they can update and make their own. I position your home for the buyers who value what it offers.
Handle repair requests calmly
Inspections on older homes often turn up items. I'll help you weigh repair requests and negotiate terms that make sense for you.
Seller situations I work with
Whatever is behind your move.
Lakefront & waterfront homes
Around Clear Lake, Kemah and Seabrook.
Downsizing & move-up sales
Coordinating the sale of your current home with the purchase of your next one.
Short sales
I can guide you through the process, and I recommend also talking with an attorney or tax advisor about your situation.
Relocation sellers
Moving away? I can coordinate the sale remotely and keep you updated wherever you are.
Where I help sellers
Houston & the Bay Area.
I work with homeowners across Houston and the Bay Area, including:
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers for Houston sellers.
Which real estate agent should I list my house with in Houston?
Choose an agent who will price your home honestly, market it to the right buyers, negotiate firmly and keep you informed. That's how I work. I'm Rod Dittrick, a REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty Clear Lake / NASA, with 25 years of business experience, a business degree from the University of Houston-Clear Lake and 5-star Google reviews. Call or text me at (281) 450-8734 and we can talk about your home.
Can you help me sell an older home that needs work?
Yes. I'll help you decide which repairs are worth making and which aren't, price the home honestly for its condition, and market it to buyers who are looking for a home like yours. In some cases, selling as-is is the right call, and I'll tell you if I think so.
How do you decide what my home should be listed for?
I start with a data-backed home valuation, then we sit down for a seller consultation to look at your home's condition, the local market and your goals before setting a pricing strategy together. You can start with the free What's Your Home Really Worth? page.
What areas do you serve?
I help sellers in Houston and across the Bay Area and Galveston County, including Clear Lake, Webster, Seabrook, Kemah, League City, Friendswood, Pearland, Galveston, Texas City, Alvin, Manvel, Freeport, Pasadena, Santa Fe, Deer Park, La Marque, La Porte and Dickinson.
Will I know what's going on during the sale?
Always. I keep the process transparent and down-to-earth, and I give you consistent updates at every stage, from the listing agreement to closing.
Next step
Let's talk about your home
Tell me about your home and your goals. No pressure, just straight answers.