Julie Larsen

Exceptional Properties. Personally Represented.

In Napa Valley, real estate is about more than beautiful homes and extraordinary landscapes. It’s about understanding the property, the community, and the people who call this remarkable place home.

For more than 30 years, Napa Valley native Julie Larsen has guided buyers and sellers through some of life’s most significant real estate decisions. Her approach combines decades of experience, deep local knowledge, thoughtful advice, and a level of personal attention that has become the foundation of her business.

When you hire Julie, you work directly with Julie.

She has intentionally built her real estate practice around relationships rather than volume. Clients aren’t handed off to a team or passed between agents. From the first conversation through closing, Julie remains personally involved, providing honest guidance, proactive communication, skilled negotiation, and careful attention to the details.

A Distinctive Perspective on Napa Valley Property

Julie’s experience extends beyond traditional real estate brokerage.

Growing up in a family involved in the construction industry gave Julie an early appreciation for how properties are built, maintained, and improved. She later expanded that foundation by earning a Certificate in Construction Management from the University of California, Davis.

Her Associate of Science degree in Viticulture reflects her longstanding interest in Napa Valley’s agricultural heritage and provides an additional perspective when working with vineyard and country properties.

Together with decades of local real estate experience, this background helps Julie ask thoughtful questions, recognize important property considerations, and connect clients with qualified professionals when specialized expertise is needed.

Whether representing a luxury residence, a country estate, or a distinctive property, Julie believes that understanding the details is essential to helping clients make informed decisions.

Experience That Matters When Transactions Become Complex

Throughout her career, Julie has represented a broad range of clients, including asset management companies, banks, individual property owners, and families navigating significant real estate decisions.

Her experience includes working with trust attorneys, handling probate transactions involving the Napa County Court, and representing institutional sellers in bank-owned property transactions.

These experiences have strengthened her ability to navigate challenging circumstances, coordinate with professional advisors, anticipate potential obstacles, and bring thoughtful solutions to complicated transactions.

For families selling longtime properties, trustees managing real estate assets, or clients facing unique circumstances, Julie brings patience, discretion, practical experience, and steady guidance.

She understands that successful real estate representation isn’t simply about knowing the market. It’s also about recognizing potential challenges, managing the details, and knowing when to bring the right professionals into the conversation.

A More Personal Approach to Luxury Real Estate

Julie believes exceptional representation isn’t defined by the size of a real estate operation. It’s defined by the quality of the service and the trust between a broker and client.

For sellers, that means a thoughtfully developed marketing strategy tailored to the property’s distinctive qualities, informed pricing, careful preparation, and skilled negotiation. Supported by the marketing resources and professional network of Compass, Julie combines the advantages of an established brokerage with the personal attention of a boutique practice.

For buyers, it means having an experienced local advisor who listens, understands their priorities, and offers candid guidance throughout the search, evaluation, and purchase of a property.

Julie’s business has been built on relationships, referrals, and a commitment to doing what’s right for her clients. She values the trust people place in her and approaches each transaction with the same care and dedication she would expect when making an important investment of her own.

Deep Roots. Lasting Relationships.

A lifelong Napa Valley resident, Julie’s connection to the region is both professional and personal.

She is a graduate of Leadership Napa Valley, Class XX, and previously served on the Napa Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors. Her longstanding involvement in the community reflects her appreciation for the people, history, and distinctive character of Wine Country.

Outside of real estate, Julie treasures spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She also enjoys exploring Northern California and owns and operates the historic Costa House, a short-term vacation rental in the mountain town of Downieville, California.

Her appreciation for distinctive properties, local history, and the Northern California lifestyle is woven into both her personal life and professional perspective.

After more than three decades in real estate, Julie’s philosophy remains simple:

Listen carefully. Give honest advice. Pay attention to the details. Protect your client’s interests. And always be personally accountable for the service you provide.

For those buying or selling an exceptional Napa Valley property, Julie offers something increasingly valuable: the experience of a seasoned broker, the knowledge of a local, and the personal commitment of someone who genuinely cares about the outcome.