Top-notch client service, innovative marketing strategies, honorable business practices and record-breaking sales make Robert J. Rapp one of the most respected brokers in the San Francisco Bay Area today.
Proudly maintaining the highest average career sales price out of all local Petaluma agents, which is in excess of $1,200,000, Robert is regarded for his discretion, 24/7 mentality and all-in approach. With nearly $250,000,000 in recent exclusive listings and sales, he has provided representation to many high-net worth clientele as they navigate the complexities of buying and selling real estate.
His listings and sales have appeared in numerous publications including the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, the San Francisco Examiner, Marin Magazine, among others.
Robert also holds a broker's license which further distinguishes his level of expertise and commitment to his clients. After successful stints at traditional old-school real estate brokerages, Robert joined Compass in the Fall of 2018 as the first Petaluma Founding Member as the company expands into the North Bay, where in present day it has 55 local agents and holds the #1 marketshare for countywide sales in excess of $1,000,000.
Possessing tireless work ethic and a competitive nature, he's dedicated entirely to every transaction and each of his clients, whom are his greatest pride. His refined, intimate knowledge of the Petaluma market has allowed him the ability to counsel his buyers (and educate sellers) as to why one side of the street or why any given block is better than the other.
Robert is an avid tennis player, skier and an architecture and design enthusiast. He resides in both West Petaluma and San Francisco. You can reach him on cell at 707.695.9542 or via e-mail at Robert@RobertJRapp.com.
Client Testimonials
“If we could give Robert a 10 star review, we would! Robert is an incredibly professional, hardworking, knowledgeable, and personable agent. From our first meeting until the close of the deal, Robert exceeded our expectations and supported us through every step of the journey. Selling our home was a very emotional experience and Robert was the most caring and attentive agent. When the home was staged and the design was not what we expected, Robert spent the next two days working with the stager to make it exactly what we wanted, including bringing pieces of furniture and decor from his own home. He is highly knowledgeable about the market, has incredible connections in the industry, develops extraordinary marketing materials (our house was even on a billboard!), and truly goes the extra mile in every way possible. Due to his outstanding work, we had multiple offers within a few days of the home being on the market. We can not imagine selling our home with anyone other than him, and if you are looking for an agent that will deliver beyond your expectations, look no further. There is no one better than Robert!” - RE., Petaluma (2022)
“Robert was exceptional. We have bought and sold several houses over the years and Robert was hands down the best realtor we have ever had. He came to our initial meeting prepared with a plan of how he would sell our house, which made us feel like he was going to work hard for us. He understands marketing and has a good sense of creating "buzz." We always felt that he was engaged with us, was professional and honest throughout the whole process. Huge recommend!” - KT., Petaluma (2022)
“Robert was amazing in so many ways! He is very " connected" to a broad buyer and seller base. He is a superb communicator, something so very critical in today's fast-paced market. He has a very on-trend marketing savvy, which highlighted our home beautifully. And he handled every detail, small and large, to make sure our sale went smoothly - resulting in a fast sale, all cash, with multiple offers! More simply put - we very highly recommend him!” - RB., Petaluma (2020)
“I interviewed several Realtors before meeting Robert. Hands down, Robert was at the top of the field. The very first meeting Robert came prepared with all of the necessary research done already. He walked us through the entire process and what he would be doing to market our home. Robert is very organized, professional, driven, knowledgeable, and responsive through the entire process. Robert's way of marketing our home set him apart from the others. Robert has contacts throughout the Bay Area and brings these clients to your home. I received correspondence daily from Robert with every detail, scheduled showing or appointment. Robert's work ethic paid off in the end for us, receiving a cash offer of $101,000 over asking with multiple offers. I do not normally recommend people for anything but this is definitely an exception. If you want a Realtor at the top of their game and willing to give you 100% through the entire process, then Robert is the one I would select.” - MF., Petaluma (2020)
“From the instant Robert introduced himself he was our broker. He knew the neighborhood and more importantly understood the market. From the professional drone and photo shoots to the "coming soon" and broker tours, his marketing skills are unmatched. An exceptional professional, Robert was available at all times, responded to all questions immediately and was available for all showings. His detailed schedules kept everything in line and his negotiating skills ensured the best possible outcome in the least amount of time. He put our interests first and was a superb partner in what could otherwise be a stressful event. We can't recommend Robert highly enough.” - BA., Petaluma (2019)
”Robert Rapp provided me with truly concierge service in the sale of my villa home. I am more than pleased with both the help he gave me, the craftsmen he recommended for pre sale detailing and the price he negotiated. A real tour de force thank you Robert!”- PV., Petaluma (2018)
“Robert was an unbelievable find for us in Petaluma. From the very beginning he was incredibly knowledgeable about the neighborhood we were looking in and our current neighborhood. His level of detail is unmatched - whenever we would have a question he got back to us immediately night or day. We never felt pressured or swayed by him, just a trustworthy, authentic and dependable agent with a warm and caring demeanor. I cannot recommend him enough!”- CC., Petaluma (2018)
"Robert is the consummate professional, and I would recommend him enthusiastically to anyone. Robert has a rare combination of client empathy, local knowledge, a gentle manner, and the ability to negotiate hard for his client. He is extremely responsive to all questions and concerns, and able to tap into his extensive network of experts on the many different topics relating to a transaction. Given the stressful nature, I can think of no better broker to have as your partner than Robert. Robert has also been a terrific source of support and ongoing advice many months after the transaction, remaining as responsive as he was now, as he was then - a true sign of his professionalism." - DP., Petaluma (2016)
“Robert is simply the best in the business. His dedication to service and tailored approach to navigating the home buying/selling process are unmatched. As a licensed agent myself, I chose to hire Robert to represent me on the purchase of my home because he is a trusted advisor with an impeccable reputation and track record. My husband and I had a laundry list of criteria we were looking for in a home and he delivered! The process was seamless, thanks to Robert's resources, guidance, and attention to detail preventing costly mistakes. When it comes time to sell or buy our next property, he will be our first call. You cannot go wrong when you hire Robert Rapp.”- KR., Petaluma (2023)
"We initially selected Robert to sell our home as he was so well connected within town and with the buyer network. It turned out to the best decision and working relationship for us. Robert was focused on our needs, always available regardless of time and provided expert guidance along the way. He is so easy to work with using digital communications and clear, focused conversation to ensure we were current and aligned. Robert cared for our home during showings and was very respectful to working around our busy work from home schedules. We highly recommend Robert when looking for a professional real estate broker!" - KA., Petaluma (2021)
“Robert sold my mother's house in Petaluma. I would recommend Robert to literally everyone. Because Robert took care of everything, obtaining inspection reports, coordinating the estate sale, house cleaning, house staging, marketing the house, showing the house and ultimately selling it, we had nothing to worry about. Robert kept us updated regularly, was clear about what decisions needed to be made (pricing) and made the administrative process painless. Robert took care of us from beginning to end. Robert is professional and efficient and smart and nice. Our house sold quickly with an offer over the asking price. We are a Robert fan!”- RL., Petaluma (2018)
”Robert did an excellent job for us. He listened when we listed our ideal criteria, and he didn't waste our time with less than ideal candidates for houses. He showed us a series of good opportunities, warning us of problems when he observed them, and never pressured us in any way. He was efficient and knowledgeable through the negotiation and documentation processes and gave us good advice. But best of all, after the sale closed, he has been magnificent in his assistance and follow through to get us moved in and settled. Robert is always accessible and returns emails and calls immediately, which is very important to me. My wife and I highly recommend Robert and would not hesitate to use him again should the need arise.” - JZ., Petaluma (2021)
“What a wonderful experience we had working with Robert! We feel so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him. As first-time buyers, we needed a lot of guidance and Robert never failed to provide us with a plethora of information while also always respecting our desires and specific needs. Robert is extremely professional yet, so personable which makes for a really fun and easy transaction. Robert has an amazing ability to make you feel like you are his only client. He takes the time to get to know his clients and their specific needs. His expertise really helps you to understand why a home may or may not work well for you. Robert has incredible knowledge of Sonoma county and beyond and really takes care in ensuring that you are investing in the right property, paying close attention to outside factors that may hinder your property value in the future. We're so grateful that Robert has such a keen eye for picking homes. His only goal is providing the client with what will make them absolutely satisfied. I can't express enough how much he cares for his clients and he will not settle for anything less than excellence. If Robert is your agent, know that he will take the absolute best care of you and you are certain to end up in your perfect home.” - SO. Petaluma (2021)
“If we could give 10 stars we would! From the initial phone call to the close of escrow Robert made the process of selling our house smooth and easy. He is professional, knowledgeable, organized and thorough. Communication was always prompt - something we appreciate.” - ES., Petaluma (2022)
"I knew I wanted Robert to be our agent after our first phone conversation. As a sales agent myself I am quite attentive to the demeanor and style of people I seek out to represent me and my family. He was just perfect! He introduced us to new neighborhoods, was readily available to show places around our schedule, answered our calls and texts in moments, and when the time came he negotiated for and found us just the right home. He is warm and sweet and very sincere. There is no pressure, no fast-talk, no slick. He is the real deal".- AC., Petaluma (2017)
"We have bought and sold eight homes to-date and can honestly say Robert has been the best agent to work with in all of our transactions. In our current purchase Robert was always available to get us answers on questions, at all scheduled inspections and walk-through. Robert was on top of every step of the purchase process and made everything easy and seamless. I would highly recommend using Robert for either listing your home for sale or as an agent to find you your next home."- GC., Sonoma (2018)
“Robert served as our buyer's agent when purchasing our home in Sausalito. Eventually, we decided to sell our property and because of the great experience when buying, we immediately contacted Robert. He is professional, personable, responsive and resourceful. He found a buyer quickly and managed all of the logistics of prepping the home for viewing and selling. He provided a high level of credibility on the process, execution and expectations. Robert went above and beyond as an agent. We were able to depend on him to manage all details of the sale while we were on the East Coast 100% of the time during the process. We highly recommend Robert, whether buying or selling!”- AD., Sausalito (2021)
"Robert Rapp is organized, detailed, proactive, positive, responsive, extremely knowledgeable and patient with all our questions. He helped us sell our home and purchase a new home. This was a contingent purchase and he helped us get through the entire tedious process with ease. He also went above and beyond his role - i had a couple of appointments with vendors at the new home and had conflicts. He was kind enough to meet them and let them in. I highly recommend Robert in both Marin and Sonoma county."- SE., Petaluma (2017)
Robert Rapp’s Listings
