What Is Unlock MLS (ABOR) in Real Estate?

Unlock MLS (formerly the Austin Board of REALTORS® MLS) is the multiple listing service for Central Texas, connecting real estate professionals and home sellers across Austin, Travis County, and surrounding markets. It powers thousands of listings every day — helping homes reach more qualified buyers through shared MLS data and syndication to major real estate websites.

🌐 How Unlock MLS Works

Unlock MLS is a regional cooperative real estate database used by REALTORS® and brokers throughout Central Texas. It provides access to live property data — including active listings, sold properties, and market analytics — ensuring buyers and sellers have accurate, real-time information when making real estate decisions.

  • Regional reach: Unlock MLS serves thousands of real estate professionals across Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, and surrounding counties.
  • Listing exposure: Homes listed on Unlock MLS are syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, and hundreds of IDX-powered brokerage websites.
  • Data accuracy: All listings are verified and updated directly by licensed brokers to maintain accuracy and compliance with MLS rules.

💡 Why Unlock MLS Matters for FSBO Sellers

If you’re selling a home in the Austin or Central Texas area, Unlock MLS is the platform where buyer agents look first. Listing your property through Brokerless on Unlock MLS ensures maximum exposure across the region — without paying a full 6% agent commission. Our flat fee MLS plans help FSBO sellers stay in control while reaching more buyers and agents.

📍 Unlock MLS Coverage Area

  • Travis County – including Austin, Lakeway, and West Lake Hills
  • Williamson County – including Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander
  • Hays County – including Buda, Kyle, and Dripping Springs
  • Bastrop County – including Bastrop and Elgin
  • Portions of Burnet, Blanco, and Caldwell counties

See additional coverage in our Texas Flat Fee MLS Coverage page.

🗺️ County Pages Featuring Unlock MLS

Unlock MLS powers listings across Central Texas, appearing in these local Brokerless county pages:

📚 Learn more in our Real Estate Glossary.