Cheers to Never Having FOMO

With me as your REALTOR®, you'll never miss out on your dream home (even if you’re not local to Sonoma County).

Instead of waiting around for something to pop up on the MLS, I make things happen by calling fellow agents, tapping into my local connections, and negotiating more skillfully than a teenager who wants to borrow your car this Friday night.

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Imagine knowing that one of the top real estate agents in Sonoma County is tirelessly searching for your dream house…

The house that checks all the boxes and makes you want to scream, “Screw the budget!” at your partner … but is actually in your budget.

Then imagine that REALTOR® is also like, one of the coolest people you’ve ever met.

It’s me, hi, I’m the REALTOR®, it’s me…
(and by cool, I mean practically lives at the farmer’s market, spends Friday nights watching Ted Lasso, and always brings the best wine to the party).

When you hire me as your agent, what you want becomes what I want. And I’m pretty good at getting what I want… 

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Certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert    |    100% 5 Star Google Reviews    |    Top-Producing Agent

Your Guided Path to Homeownership

Without the right guide, the journey to homeownership can be long, rocky, and filled with unexpected twists and turns you might not know how to navigate — especially if you’re relocating from the Bay area and live 50-plus miles away. I’ll be your eyes and ears on the ground and stay by your side every step of the way.

Knowing Your Destination
A big yard for playing catch. A mother-in-law suite for your parents. A home office to grow your business. Acres of land so your rescue pups can run wild. Before we start touring homes, let’s meet over coffee or a glass of wine and get crystal clear on what you want your life to look like, so I can find the right home in the right neighborhood at the right price point.
Gearing up for Success
Next, we’ll do the work to make sure you’re positioned as an attractive buyer from the start. We’ll get you pre-approved if you’re not already, make sure your finances are in order, get clear on your deal-breakers, and leverage the latest Santa Rosa and Sonoma County market data to nail down your ideal price range.
Exploring Sonoma County & Santa Rosa
If you’re moving from San Francisco to Sonoma like I did 15 years ago, I’ll give you the lay of the land from both a resident and a REALTOR®’s perspective. We’ll take a day or two to tour neighborhoods and individual communities, chat about each area’s distinct “personality,” and maybe sneak in lunch at Willie’s Wine Bar along the way (the endive salad is *chef’s kiss*).
Hitting the House Hunting Trail
Let’s lace up those super-cute house-hunting boots and hit the trail together. My team and I will filter out the lemons and deliver a hand-picked list of potential houses that align with your dream Sonoma County home. I know this community inside out, and I have a knack for finding those hidden gems.
Negotiating Time
Certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert Lauren Thompson has entered the building. Writing a winning offer is literally my specialty — and when you’re competing against multiple offers, the agent’s name on yours makes a big difference. I’ve nurtured relationships with agents in my community and pull out all the stops to help you come out on top.
The Extra Mile
Between inspections, meeting vendors for estimates, and staying on top of paperwork, homebuying is a full-time job. Take these extra to-dos off your list and put them on mine. Beyond the typical real estate stuff, I’m also here for the life stuff that often comes up. Need to vent? I’ll bring the wine. Feeling anxious? Let’s meet for a mental health hike.

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Buyer Success Stories

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“SebastaRosa” – Walker Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95407

Prevailed over 28 offers!
YES!  28!
And we weren’t the highest price
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Coffey Park – Espresso Court
Santa Rosa, CA 95403

We upped their purchasing power by $100k and negotiated an $18k seller credit
91 Church Lane, Cloverdale CA 95425

JUST SOLD – Buyer Representation
Annadel Heights – Foxglove Court
Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Prevailed over multiple offers & negotiated a $27,000 price reduction
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Casa del Sol – Ryan Lane
Santa Rosa, CA 95407

Offer accepted off-market with a sale of property contingency
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Rohnert Park – San Ramon Place
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Prevailed over multiple offers & negotiated seller repairs and a $10,000 credit
91 Church Lane, Cloverdale CA 95425

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Preston Heights – Preston Drive
Cloverdale, CA 95425

Prevailed over multiple offers & negotiated $3,000 credit
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Bennett Valley – Jamison Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Prevailed over multiple offers & negotiated $8,000 credit
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Gordon Ranch – Cooper Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Prevailed over multiple offers
91 Church Lane, Cloverdale CA 95425

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Lakewood Hills – Lakewood Drive
Windsor, CA 95492

Prevailed over multiple offers

CLIENT LOVE

You’ve seen the numbers. Now experience all the feels.

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Lauren helped us beat out 28 other offers.

“When we found out there were 28 other offers on the home we wanted, we thought we’d get blown out of the water. But Lauren, being the person that she is, was able to form a connection with the other Realtor and create a compelling story that made us more than an offer on a piece of paper. She helped them realize that we would be the right stewards of their property, even though we weren’t the highest offer. We can’t thank her enough.”

– John Matthies and Julie Yeager

She made our dreams come true!

“Lauren is an amazing realtor in every single way. Our situation was rather unique and the idea of both selling our place and buying a new one felt incredibly daunting. Lauren is someone who makes the impossible, possible. She is beyond hardworking and dedicated to her clients, going above and beyond to make it all happen with a close attention to detail. She also had a way of making us feel at ease through the whole process. We were hesitant to move forward with selling and buying simultaneously, but we were willing to take that blind leap of faith knowing that we had Lauren on our side. Above all, she made our dreams come true! We ended up finding the perfect place and selling our place quickly and with relative ease… Thank you, Lauren!”

– Kori Celeste

Thanks Lauren’s connections and expertise, we got the house!

“As first time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions and hesitations, and Lauren was super patient with us throughout the process. She even talked us out of putting an offer in on a home she could tell we were settling for. Just when we had given up on finding a house that we really loved, Lauren texted us a link to a ‘coming soon’ home listing with the message “found your house”. She helped us make sure we were one of the first buyers to see the house, and helped us submit a competitive offer. Long story short, thanks Lauren’s connections and expertise, we got the house! We really enjoyed working with Lauren and would definitely recommend her for anything and everything real estate.”

– LYDIA H. 

Lauren sets a new bar for real estate agents; she is exemplary!

“Lauren sets a new bar for real estate agents; she is exemplary! She went above and beyond for us at every turn of the home buying experience. First, she heard and understood what we were looking for, and – even in this impossible market – she helped us find it. Then, the real magic began to unfold. Lauren helped us craft a winning offer that we felt confident in. She walked by our side through the complicated landscape of loans and contingencies. Lauren has a beautiful way of sharing her expertise, but also making you feel empowered in your own opinions and questions. She helped us comb through and understand inspection reports, made recommendations for next steps, and organized appointments with resources from her reliable network of professionals. She managed every detail of the process – and WOW, there are a lot of details! Lauren is trustworthy, diligent, and an incredible advocate. She followed up on things we would not have considered. She worked tirelessly on our behalf, making sure nothing fell through the cracks. We always felt safe and cared for by her. Lauren is everything you could want in a real estate agent, and everything you didn’t even know you needed. We could not have done this without her. Thanks to Lauren, we are now homeowners in Sonoma County!”

– LIZZY R.

Home buying process can be daunting, but she makes every step easy!

“We are incredibly pleased with the service received from Lauren Thompson for our first home purchase. Lauren was excellent in communicating and educating us about all the processes of buying our first home. Lauren was thoughtful, kind, and was fast at responding to any questions with an email, text or phone call. Home buying process can be daunting, but she makes every step easy and puts the client first each step of the way. From finding potential properties to helping us negotiate an ideal contract, Lauren was always available and communicated how each part of the whole process would move forward. We were picky clients for today’s market, not wanting just any traditional suburb home, but Lauren got to know our interests and found us the perfect home. The house she found exceeded our expectations and was right in our price range. We are so glad we chose Lauren for our real estate needs. Her knowledge and experience, combined with their patient approach, made this otherwise stressful event a smooth and successful process. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for the best real estate services!”

– Natalie v.

She managed to find the perfect house we were dreaming of for years!

“We are so thrilled we had the chance to work with Lauren. She is the best agent we have ever worked with! When we first met Lauren, we had a very long wish list and were somewhat unfamiliar with the region. Additionally, the home we were looking for is unique. Lauren was very swift to understand what we were seeking and provided us with a wealth of information and great advice. She took the time to guide us around, explore different options; it was such a pleasure to work with her. Thanks to her effectiveness and acumen, she managed to find the perfect house we were dreaming of for years: all boxes were checked! Lauren’s deep knowledge, expertise, hospitality and services made our house hunting such wonderful experience. She really is top notch!! We will recommend her to friends and family who wish finding their dream home in Sonoma. Lauren is truly awesome!”

– QING C. 

She went to bat for us when we didn't even know we needed it.

“Lauren is an absolute superstar and more than we could have possibly wished for. What sets her apart is her ability to listen, distill and refine reactions and comments into finding your home. She is warm and patient, proactive and professional. She gently encouraged us to think outside of the box to consider all options. She went to bat for us when we didn’t even know we needed it. Her knowledge is vast and her professionalism is impeccable, which inspires confidence in her recommendations and referrals. We counted on her and she always came through. Always. Lauren is clearly passionate about what she does. She gives very real-world opinions and has an ability to see the goal through any setback. You simply could not find a better agent with a more integrity, grit and positivity.”

– ANA A.

She hit the mark perfectly!

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience working with Lauren Thompson. When my husband and I were looking to relocate to Santa Rosa, Lauren took so much time to show us several neighborhoods she thought we would like, found multiple houses that interested us and took us on a personalized tour of the area. She was also very responsive to all of our feedback and even showed us her own personal home as an example since a home that was the same model as hers was coming on the market. We ultimately bought that home so she hit the mark perfectly. I need to add that she did all of this during the middle of the COVID pandemic and Lauren made us feel safe and comfortable from start to finish. We love our new house so much and we love having Lauren as a neighbor now too. If you need a realtor who is extremely professional, good at her job and also just a wonderful person, Lauren is the one!!”

– AIMEE G.

Lauren counseled us in creating a compelling offer which was accepted!

“We are so grateful to Lauren’s knowledge, expertise and guidance over the last several months. After looking at dozens of homes, we hadn’t found anything we liked enough to make an offer. Finally, we found one that we loved; we HAD to have it. In this sellers’ market, we knew most buyers were submitting 6+ offers before getting an offer accepted. Lauren counseled us in creating a compelling offer which was accepted! Lauren also helped us negotiate a $15,000 seller credit, which we didn’t think would be possible in this market either! We are now loving our new home in Santa Rosa and thankful to Lauren for making it happen.”

– ROSE B. 

Lauren took the time to listen to our dreams and to pursue them as hard as we did!

“Lauren was incredible, responsive, on top of things, efficient, dedicated and truly willing to help us our dream house. My partner and I were blending families, Lauren took the time to listen to our dreams and to pursue them as hard as we did. She is amazing, a total rockstar and recommend her 120%!”

– ANA H.

Buying Your
First Home?

Buying Your First Home?

The process of buying your first home can be exciting and daunting, which is why my experience on the mortgage side of things is especially important for first-time homebuyers like you. I’ll demystify the loan process and help guide you toward the best options for your situation. Buying your first home is a big deal, and I’d be honored to be part of this milestone with you.

Looking to invest?

Prepping properties for sale is my love language. Over the years, I’ve helped quite a few clients with “Fix & Flip” properties, managing the renovations process from start to finish. There’s nothing I love more than a good HGTV home makeover moment … other than the look on my clients’ faces when the offers over asking start coming in. You can explore my selling process for more information on my Elevate Your Profits process.
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Explore Santa Rosa & Sonoma County

I joke that I moved here for the wine, but really, we moved from the Bay area to Sonoma for the pure beauty and the sense of calm, joy, and community it gives us (but also the wine). Here, I’m sharing everything we love about Sonoma County.