Aaron Ligon is the Founder and Broker-in-Charge of Ascent Real Estate Partners, which specializes in retail brokerage, general commercial sales, land transactions, and development advisory throughout the Carolinas.

Since founding Ascent in 2010, Aaron has led the firm’s growth into a full-service commercial brokerage representing landlords, developers, investors, homebuilders, tenants, and private owners. He is focused on Investment Sales and high-value infill transactions across the Charlotte MSA and surrounding markets. Aaron is known for his strategic thinking, disciplined underwriting, and ability to structure creative transactions that align real estate strategy with long-term business objectives.

Prior to launching Ascent, Aaron built experience in commercial brokerage and development advisory, developing a strong foundation in retail leasing, investment sales, and land acquisition. He remains active in the Charlotte commercial real estate community and regularly engages in market research, site analysis, and strategic planning initiatives.  Aaron is also a partner at Ascent Housing, which acquires and operates affordable housing communities in the Carolinas.

Outside of work, Aaron enjoys spending time with his family, playing competitive tennis, and traveling.  Aaron has been an active board and collections committee member at the Mint Museum and the Bechtler Museum in Charlotte, NC.

Primary Specialties: Investment Sales | Infill Leasing & Sales

Secondary Specialities: General Commercial | Retail Leasing

E. aaron@ascent.re | P. 980.254.2747