About Brooke

Brooke Townsend is a highly experienced residential real estate professional with Coldwell Banker Realty, serving San Luis Obispo County and surrounding areas including Monterey and Santa Barbara counties. Licensed in California since 1978 (CA DRE #00813881), Brooke has completed nearly 500 transactions totaling approximately $250 million in career sales, averaging about 15 sales per year with an average sales price of $1.1 million. Brooke specializes in residential family homes, coastal properties, and rural estates, with additional expertise in equestrian properties, agricultural properties (including vineyards and olive groves), mobile homes, and raw land. She works extensively with buyers and sellers navigating VA loans, probate and trust sales, and 1031 exchanges, including transactions involving out-of-state properties such as the U.S. Virgin Islands. A graduate of Cal Poly with a degree in Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Brooke brings a rare depth of knowledge to both residential neighborhoods and rural properties. She is particularly well known for her property preparation expertise, guiding sellers through research, inspections, reports, repairs, improvements, and staging. Her experience includes managing the complexities of septic systems, wells, surveys, roads, and easements, allowing properties to enter the market with clarity and confidence. Brooke’s professional credentials include Certified Luxury Property Specialist, Women’s Council of Realtors member with the Performance Management Network designation, and Trusted Ramsey Pro Agent. She has earned Coldwell Banker’s Sterling and Diamond Awards and ranks in the top 11% of Coldwell Banker agents nationally and the top 15% locally by production. She previously served on the San Luis Obispo Board of Realtors (2017–2022) and currently serves on the Ethics and Professional Standards Committee. Clients consistently provide 5-star reviews across Google, Zillow, Realtor.com, and other platforms, frequently citing Brooke’s trustworthiness, market knowledge, negotiation skills, and approachable, easy-to-talk-to style. She is known for building long-term relationships that extend well beyond a single transaction. Outside of real estate, Brooke is a lifetime member of the Morro Bay Yacht Club, a former summer sailing program volunteer, and an active member of the Back Country Horsemen Association. She enjoys horseback riding on the Central Coast beaches and remains deeply connected to the communities she serves.