Thinking about moving to Sonoma County? This podcast is for you. I'm Stephanie Johnson — I left San Francisco for Sonoma County in 2021 & now I help relocating buyers do the same. Each week: real estate, relocation & lifestyle for buyers from SF, Marin, Oakland, the Peninsula and beyond. What your money buys in Petaluma, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, the Sonoma Coast and the Russian River. What changes when wine country becomes home. Real numbers, real tradeoffs, real stories — from a top-producing Bay Area to Sonoma real estate agent who made the move herself. DRE# 01496050
RealWise with Stephanie Johnson
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Podcast Overview
Thinking about moving to Sonoma County? This podcast is for you. I'm Stephanie Johnson — I left San Francisco for Sonoma County in 2021 & now I help relocating buyers do the same. Each week: real estate, relocation & lifestyle for buyers from SF, Marin, Oakland, the Peninsula and beyond. What your money buys in Petaluma, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, the Sonoma Coast and the Russian River. What changes when wine country becomes home. Real numbers, real tradeoffs, real stories — from a top-producing Bay Area to Sonoma real estate agent who made the move herself. DRE# 01496050
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June 10, 2026
Sonoma County's Split Market: Fast Sales vs. Sitting Homes
<p>If you're thinking about buying a home in Sonoma County, this episode is essential listening. I break down real market data from the last 60 days and reveal something surprising: we're in a split market where 52% of homes sell in under 30 days (often above asking), while 10% sit for 120+ days and eventually sell for just 91% of list price.</p><p><br>In this episode, you'll hear:</p><p><br>• The four distinct seller experiences happening right now in Sonoma County — and what each one means for you as a buyer</p><p><br>• Why homes that have been sitting 90+ days are real opportunities for smart, well-prepared buyers</p><p><br>• How to recognize a well-prepared home worth competing for vs. one where there's room to negotiate aggressively</p><p><br>• The real monthly carrying costs sellers face while their home sits — and why that gives you leverage</p><p><br>• How to approach offers differently depending on a home's days on market</p><p><br>Whether you're relocating from the Bay Area, considering a move to wine country, or exploring living in Sonoma County for the first time, the strategies I share will help you move with confidence.</p><p>--------</p><p>I'm Stephanie Johnson, a Sonoma County real estate agent helping buyers make the move to wine country. If you're seriously considering relocating from the Bay Area or beyond to Sonoma County, I'd love to help you explore what that could look like. Let's talk about your goals — reach out anytime.</p><p>If you're researching a move to Sonoma County, subscribe to this channel for weekly videos on real estate, neighborhoods, and the Sonoma County relocation process. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>You can also watch this video on YouTube: </strong></p><p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvEakZBmDd8</p><p><br></p><p>Host: Stephanie Johnson, RealWise Properties</p><p>RealWiseProperties.com</p><p>707-234-8788</p><p>Team@RealWiseProperties.com</p><p>Schedule a Zoom Call with Stephanie:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGFYcVhSeEF6cm8taWJTenRVMm9OTE1KdzhvUXxBQ3Jtc0tsdHdwdGpKUzQtV1dXRE5vZTJvMWtuLXVYMjRwUHB1eHZLYkZ6cDJwM1Q4M08wSGt1R1ktWHlMUnZ1VTRQMHAwZklBWDBKV21mWkFobVVGTHpReEEzUGFnSFdrZFNiTTRxQWM0bzhSV1JzREJyRlBMcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Frealwisesurvey.realwiseproperties.com%2Fmain">realwisesurvey.realwiseproperties.com/main</a></p><p></p>
June 3, 2026
What $1M, $2M, and $3M Actually Buy You in Healdsburg
<p>If you've ever wondered what your budget actually gets you in Healdsburg, this episode walks you through three real homes at three very different price points — and what each one tells you about the market.</p><p><br>Stephanie tours a $1M downtown cottage on Center Street that needs a full renovation but comes with approved expansion plans, a $2M home on 5+ acres in the Dry Creek Valley with panoramic vineyard views and a private gated drive, and a $3.2M four-bedroom in town with a pool, koi pond, and luxury finishes near Recreation Park.</p><p><br>Along the way, you'll hear honest takes on the tradeoffs: walkability vs. land, fixer vs. move-in ready, in-town energy vs. wine country serenity. If you're thinking about relocating to Healdsburg or buying a second home in wine country, this episode will help you understand where you realistically fit in the real estate landscape — and what to expect at each tier.<br>Ready to talk through your own goals? Reach out to Stephanie to book a one-on-one call and start mapping your path to Sonoma County.</p><p>--------Listing Broker Credit: </p><p>Property 1: Center Street - Jake Romanow, Luxe Places International Realty</p><p>Property 2: Chiquita Road - Craig & Hunter Sikes, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty</p><p>Property 3: Tee Court - John Dayton, Dayton & Tremont Real Estate</p><p>--------</p><p>I'm Stephanie Johnson, a Sonoma County real estate agent helping buyers make the move to wine country. If you're seriously considering relocating from the Bay Area or beyond to Sonoma County, I'd love to help you explore what that could look like. Let's talk about your goals — reach out anytime.</p><p>If you're researching a move to Sonoma County, subscribe to this channel for weekly videos on real estate, neighborhoods, and the Sonoma County relocation process. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>You can also watch this video on YouTube: </strong></p><p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6yJ4arjXa8&t=3s</p><p><br></p><p>Host: Stephanie Johnson, RealWise Properties</p><p>RealWiseProperties.com</p><p>707-234-8788</p><p>Team@RealWiseProperties.com</p><p>Schedule a Zoom Call with Stephanie:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGFYcVhSeEF6cm8taWJTenRVMm9OTE1KdzhvUXxBQ3Jtc0tsdHdwdGpKUzQtV1dXRE5vZTJvMWtuLXVYMjRwUHB1eHZLYkZ6cDJwM1Q4M08wSGt1R1ktWHlMUnZ1VTRQMHAwZklBWDBKV21mWkFobVVGTHpReEEzUGFnSFdrZFNiTTRxQWM0bzhSV1JzREJyRlBMcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Frealwisesurvey.realwiseproperties.com%2Fmain" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">realwisesurvey.realwiseproperties.com/main</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
May 27, 2026
Healdsburg Beyond the Plaza: A Local's Map Tour
<p>Most people who visit Healdsburg never leave the plaza — but if you're thinking about actually living here, the real story starts outside the tourist area. In this episode, Sonoma County agent Stephanie Johnson takes you on a guided tour of Healdsburg, California, mapping out the neighborhoods, lifestyle, and price points that define this small but mighty wine country town.</p><p><br>You'll hear about Old Town Healdsburg's grand period homes (and why entry-level walkable houses now start around $1.2M), the more affordable Fitch Mountain riverfront pocket where homes can still be found under a million, and the Dry Creek Valley, where vineyard estates range from $1.8M to $7M and up. Stephanie also breaks down the three wine AVAs surrounding town — Dry Creek, Alexander Valley, and Russian River — plus local favorites like Single Thread, Quail & Condor, Lake Sonoma, and Armstrong Redwoods.</p><p><br>If you're weighing Healdsburg against other Sonoma County towns, this episode will help you understand the trade-offs — warmer summers, a longer Bay Area commute, but unmatched wine country amenities. Ready to dig deeper into your own move? Reach out to Stephanie to talk through your goals.</p><p>Note: This episode is a guided map tour so watching the video will help you gain the most insight from this content.</p><p>--------</p><p>I'm Stephanie Johnson, a Sonoma County real estate agent helping buyers make the move to wine country. If you're seriously considering relocating from the Bay Area or beyond to Sonoma County, I'd love to help you explore what that could look like. Let's talk about your goals — reach out anytime.</p><p>If you're researching a move to Sonoma County, subscribe to this channel for weekly videos on real estate, neighborhoods, and the Sonoma County relocation process. </p><p><br></p><p>You can also watch this video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xMx_gxE77c&t=62s</p><p><br></p><p>Host: Stephanie Johnson, RealWise Properties</p><p>RealWiseProperties.com</p><p>707-234-8788</p><p>Team@RealWiseProperties.com</p><p>Schedule a Zoom Call with Stephanie:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGFYcVhSeEF6cm8taWJTenRVMm9OTE1KdzhvUXxBQ3Jtc0tsdHdwdGpKUzQtV1dXRE5vZTJvMWtuLXVYMjRwUHB1eHZLYkZ6cDJwM1Q4M08wSGt1R1ktWHlMUnZ1VTRQMHAwZklBWDBKV21mWkFobVVGTHpReEEzUGFnSFdrZFNiTTRxQWM0bzhSV1JzREJyRlBMcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Frealwisesurvey.realwiseproperties.com%2Fmain">realwisesurvey.realwiseproperties.com/main</a></p><p></p>
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