Serving California & North Carolina with Distinction
With over 30+ years at the forefront
of luxury real estate, Tessa Johnson is a commanding force in the industry,
seamlessly bridging two of the country’s most desirable markets—California
and North Carolina. Tessa is celebrated
for her strategic expertise, elevated aesthetic, and concierge-level service
that transcends the traditional real estate experience.
Tessa brings a rare dual mastery to
every transaction: as a seasoned real estate professional and accomplished
interior designer. This distinctive combination enables her to craft highly
curated experiences for her clients—blending sharp market acumen with a
designer’s eye for detail, form, and function. She specializes in the luxury
enclaves of Malibu, Beverly Hills, Hollywood Hills, Studio City, Sherman Oaks,
and the dynamic Chapel Hill / Research Triangle region of North Carolina.
Known for her intuitive approach,
Tessa leads with empathy, listening deeply to understand each client’s unique
goals. Whether she’s guiding a first-time buyer or orchestrating a discreet,
off-market multimillion-dollar transaction, her process is grounded in
integrity, precision, and style.
With a background in design and
staging through her company, Las Tejas Designs, Tessa expertly prepares
properties for maximum visual impact and market value—turning homes into
showpieces that resonate emotionally and financially with today’s discerning
buyers.
·Named among Real Trends’ Top 1.5% Agents Nationwide by
Sales Volume
·Recognized as a Los Angeles Magazine Real Estate
All-Star
Raised in the architectural haven of Montecito, California, and formerly
a long-time Los Angeles resident, Tessa now calls Chapel Hill home. A devoted
mother of two grown boys and a grandmother of 3, she brings the same disciplined work ethic, creative vision, and
marketing savvy to real estate that she once homed in the performing arts and
high-level sales industries.
Her insider knowledge, elite network,
and quiet discretion have made her a trusted advisor to a loyal clientele—from
Hollywood to North Carolina’s emerging luxury market. Tessa’s refined
sensibility and market fluency allow her to connect the dots swiftly, often
closing exclusive deals before they hit the MLS.
Whether representing a modern hillside
retreat in L.A. or a historic estate in Chapel Hill, Tessa Johnson delivers a
bespoke, design-forward real estate experience—one defined by trust, taste, and
transformation.