Top-Producing Realtor® | Sonoma County & Santa Rosa Real Estate Specialist

RACHEL HAZLETT-KARR

$30M+ Sales Volume (Past 2 Years) • Top 1.5% Agent Statewide • Vanguard Properties Top Producer • Inman Future Leader Winner

DRE# 02239741

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Rachel, Realtor.

Expert Negotiation. Exceptional Care.

When buying or selling real estate in Sonoma County, having a strategic partner who understands market nuances, contract strategy, and high-impact marketing makes all the difference. Recognized in the Top 1.5% of real estate agents in California, Rachel Hazlett-Karr brings a high-touch, results-driven approach to every transaction. Over the past two years alone, Rachel has closed over $30M+ in real estate sales volume, helping buyers and sellers across Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, Petaluma, and greater Wine Country achieve top-tier results.

Rachel's background in corporate strategy and digital marketing gives her clients a distinct competitive edge. Whether she is positioning a home to beat neighborhood averages or negotiating a winning offer in a competitive market, her clients benefit from dynamic pricing strategies, targeted digital advertising, and an extensive local professional network.

Local Expertise Across Sonoma County

Specializing in residential single-family homes, luxury estates, Wine Country properties, and suburban communities, Rachel provides deep local insights into every submarket she serves:

  • West County & North County: Sebastopol, Graton, Healdsburg, and Windsor.

  • Santa Rosa: Bennett Valley, Fountaingrove, Skyhawk, Rincon Valley, and Oakmont.

  • South County & Marin: Petaluma, Cotati, Rohnert Park, and Novato.

As a Vanguard Properties Top Producer and winner of Inman’s National Future Leader in Real Estate Award, Rachel is deeply committed to transparent communication, ruthless integrity, and seamless client experiences from initial consultation to closing day.

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Recent Transactions

  • "Since I wasn't local, Rachel went miles above and beyond to keep the ship upright, personally coordinating everything from staging and inspections to reliable local contractors without missing a beat. Her deep local market knowledge and expertise instantly cut through the noise and simplified the entire process. On top of that, her responsiveness was bulletproof—she was always a step ahead, keeping me informed and handling negotiations like a cold-blooded pro. Rachel earned every single penny she made on our transaction. If you want a real estate professional who actually knows how to close and treats your bottom line like her own, stop looking and hire her."

    - Andy B.

  • "Rachel Hazlett-Karr is an absolute treasure! She puts all of her best skills into play for her clients and is a top-tier negotiator who works tirelessly to secure the best possible price. Beyond her negotiation skills, she has a phenomenal network of resources for any essential property or home projects you might need. Rachel works endlessly, researching every detail to find the best solutions to any potential problems before they can even crop up. She seemed to always go above and beyond to make us feel like we were her top priority. I highly recommend her!"

    - Kathleen McCloskey

  • "Working with Rachel made the experience of selling my house positive and low stress. She is a strong negotiator and got me above asking. Her communication is excellent! She provided timely updates, explaining terms and options. Her marketing strategy was beautiful and professional. She staged our house and made a walk through video that was so nice! She was calming, tech savvy, hard working and i highly recommend her."

    - Shawnee Vogt

  • "We hired Rachel after our property had been on the market for quite some time, and she turned things around immediately. She balanced the opinions of multiple family members who were all co-owners in the property with patience and diplomacy, kept everyone informed at every step, and used excellent marketing and negotiation strategy. Within weeks we had two strong offers — we couldn’t be happier. Rachel is professional, personable, and truly determined to get results. She truly deserves five stars."

    - Rosemary Gladstar

  • "Rachel is consistently impressive — organized, proactive, and completely committed to delivering the best possible outcome for her clients. Her professionalism and skill set make every transaction smoother and more successful. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-tier realtor!"

    - Amanda H.

  • "Rachel was amazing and present with me (and my mom and my partner) every step of the way. She went above and beyond working with my lender, helping me find insurance agents, contractors, designers, utilities, inspectors. She took her time to help me compare and evaluate options and locations and helped me to focus on long term goals. She is a full service professional and will be my realtor for life!"

    - Elizabeth K.

  • "Working with Rachel has been an absolute joy! Her professionalism and attention to detail help make every transaction a success. Rachel truly advocates for her clients and maintains great communication throughout the lending process. If you’re looking for a top-tier agent who’s a team player and truly cares, Rachel is the one!"

    - Erik O.

  • "Rachel’s expertise, attention to detail and strategic approach led to a quick and successful sale at a great price. Rachel’s professionalism, market knowledge and genuine care made the selling process smooth and successful. We appreciated her guidance in preparing the house for sale and providing great referrals for the work that was done. We felt supported and confident throughout the process. Rachel is a top- notch realtor."

    - Denise S.

  • "Rachel truly made our dreams come true. From the very beginning, she guided us with patience, kindness, and genuine care. The entire process felt less overwhelming because of her support. We’ll forever be grateful for her role in helping us find our first home."

    -Aileen

  • "Rachel is sharp. She pays attention and is incredibly professional."

    -Frankie B.

  • "Rachel has been very responcive to my questions regarding potential real estate invesment opportunities."

    - DeLinda C.

  • "Great experience working with Rachel. Always available and super helpful with any and all questions. 10/10 would recommend."

    - JP

  • "I had the pleasure of working alongside Rachel Hazlett-Karr, and I can confidently say she is the best Sonoma County realtor I’ve come across. She’s not only extremely effective and knowledgeable, but also incredibly warm, friendly, and easy to talk to. Her understanding of the market in Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, and Petaluma is unmatched.If you're looking for someone who genuinely knows her craft and will work hard to get you results, Rachel is the best Sonoma County real estate agent for the job. Highly recommend!"

    - John A.

  • Rachel is an amazing agent who has drive and knowledge for the market! She is my go to when referring clients to her area.

    - Brooke M.

  • "Rachel is awesome to deal with. Super professional and knowledgeable."

    - Verdiana L.

  • "We highly recommend Rachel! She is thoroughly professional. What impressed us at the beginning was her interview into who we are and what kind of house we were looking for. She was insightful and diligent in scoping out properties and sensitive to our budget restrictions. She showed integrity and fairness when negotiating the selling price and concessions. We appreciated her kind, grounded and authentic demeanor and her sense of humor. An awesome realtor and person!"

    - Leslie M.

  • "Rachel is dedicated to getting the best result for her clients. With her strong negotiation skills and savvy marketing strategies, she ensures every detail is covered. If you want someone who works tirelessly to make your real estate experience smooth, she's the one to call."

    - Petar B.

  • "Rachel went above and beyond to help us sell our condo in less than a month and for over asking! She was with us every step of the way to make sure that all of our questions were answered and that we had no confusion about where we were in the process. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field as well as kind and friendly. We happened to meet her at an open house we were attending and hit it off right away. We have been working with her ever since and are now searching for our next dream home! We cannot recommend her enough."

    - Monica C.

  • "Rachel helped me and my family purchase our first home together. She was beyond helpful throughout the process and even after to ensure all our needs were met. She is a pleasure to work with and we will be forever be grateful to have her as our realtor.”

    - Joseph and Katie

  • "Rachel was an exceptional realtor who went above and beyond to ensure our home-buying experience was seamless. Her outstanding communication skills and attention to detail were invaluable. She always provided quick and informative responses to our questions, and her in-depth knowledge of each property we viewed was impressive. With her strong work ethic and dedication, Rachel was a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-notch real estate agent."

    - Bernardo

  • "You will be delighted with Rachel’s clear, articulate and direct communication style. She is a talented and savvy business woman with a plethora of talents to bring to the table. Her extensive background in marketing and abilities with tech make her skill set very desirable in today’s modern marketplace. While she is very organized and hardworking, you will also find her approachable, humorous and fun to be with."

    — Greg S.

  • "No one works harder or smarter for their clients. Rachel is a very talented business woman with smart strategic thinking, strong marketing skills, and excellent communication abilities. She is also gracious and kind. She will be a perfect ally for all your real estate needs."

    - Louisa O.

COMMUNITIES

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HEALDSBURG

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WINDSOR

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SANTA ROSA

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NOVATO

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ROHNERT PARK & COTATI

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SEBASTOPOL

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PENNGROVE

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PETALUMA

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BODEGA BAY & WEST COUNTY

Contact Rachel.

Rachel Hazlett-Karr

Rachel@VanguardProperties.com
(707) 217-3745

900 College Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95404