Moving to work with Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business? I help faculty and staff compare home purchases and plan local home sales in Auburn and Opelika. I’m Laura Sellers, an Auburn University alumna and former university employee who has lived locally since 1988.
Laura Sellers is a REALTOR® and Associate Broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate — the Official Real Estate Partner of the Auburn Tigers. Laura has lived locally since 1988 and has helped real estate buyers and sellers since 2005.
Plan Your Harbert College of Business Move
I’m a Harbert College of Business alumna, so this move has a personal connection for me. Tell me which building you expect to use, when you need to arrive, and whether your move includes a home sale elsewhere. We can compare locations against your routine instead of assuming one neighborhood fits everyone in the college.
How should I compare a townhome, condo, and detached home?
Compare the space you need, parking, stairs, outdoor area, association rules, insurance, and maintenance responsibilities. The purchase price and monthly payment do not capture all ownership costs.
Neighborhood and property resources
Use the Auburn neighborhood directory, Opelika neighborhood directory, and Auburn condo communities to explore housing options. Compare condition, ownership costs, access, and any association rules for each property.
Existing neighborhood guides to explore: East Lake · Grove Hill · The Preserve · Asheton Lakes. These are options to compare against your own priorities.
Official university information
Visit the Harbert College of Business location guide for maps of Lowder Hall and Horton-Hardgrave Hall. Confirm employment, schedules, parking, and any relocation benefits directly with the university.
Plan the purchase or sale
Start with my Auburn University relocation guide, buyer guide, or seller guide. Share your timeline, budget, preferred features, and any current home sale so we can discuss the next steps.
Call or text 334-332-7263 or contact Laura Sellers to discuss your plans.
Harbert College of Business Relocation Questions
What should I compare before choosing a campus-area home?
Begin with your expected work building, parking arrangements, and usual arrival time. Then compare the actual route from each property, the home layout, outdoor space, and recurring ownership costs. A listing’s distance to Auburn University does not tell you how convenient it will be for your particular schedule. If you expect to walk, examine the sidewalks and crossings along the route.
How can I prepare for a home-search visit?
Send your dates, purchase range, financing plans, and preferred addresses ahead of the visit. Identify the features you need immediately and those you could change later. Showing notice and access arrangements differ among properties, especially when an owner or tenant occupies the home. An organized shortlist helps us spend your time comparing homes that fit your plans.
What if I have a home to sell before moving?
Explain your expected sale timing when we begin. Your current-home closing, Auburn purchase, job start date, and possession arrangements may need to work together. If your present home is outside Auburn or Opelika, I can help connect you with a REALTOR® in that area while we plan the local purchase. Confirm the details with your lender and closing professionals as the transactions develop.
Can I buy before I know my complete campus schedule?
We can start by comparing property types, locations, and ownership costs while you confirm the remaining employment details. Share what is settled and what may change. For a Harbert College of Business move, keep the home search tied to your own preferences, purchase readiness, and workplace information rather than assuming one subdivision suits every faculty or staff member.
Laura’s relocation video
Photos from Laura’s local collection
