I am a Sonoma Valley full-time Realtor® with over 35 years of experience. I love matching buyers and sellers. Let me help you with your real estate needs.
When clients think of a word that best describes Realtor® Christine Benson, the word that most often comes to mind is passionate. Sonoma Valley is where she lives and works, and she loves her work so much, her clients often become her friends.
When you work with Christine, you can hear the excitement in her voice as she talks about the special highlights of each home she is selling or finding for buyers. She brings that energy to every real estate transaction, and her extensive knowledge and experience selling Sonoma Valley Real Estate greatly benefit her clients.
From beginning to end, Christine takes a systematic approach to each transaction, which includes continual assessment of the local market inventory for accurate pricing and staying abreast of real estate trends. Communication and good humor are also key parts to Christine’s winning formula. She prides herself on being honest, consistent, and straightforward with all involved– creating a positive experience by keeping stress to a minimum.
A recent recipient of the 2020 President’s Elite Circle Award, Christine was honored for her high sales record standing, earning a place among the highest six percent of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide and being named the top-producing agent in Coldwell Banker’s Sonoma Valley office. She is also a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) and applies her extensive real estate experience to help mature clients find or sell real estate properties in the Sonoma Valley area.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Real Estate Management from California State University at Hayward and is a Certified Real Estate Investment Advisor. Christine can consult on rental and second home properties and provide current trends in those markets.
If you are in the Sonoma Valley Real Estate market and are looking to find the home of your dreams, an investment property to add to your portfolio, or want to sell your home at top dollar, then Realtor® Christine Benson is the one you want in your corner. Her three decades of experience selling real estate, proven record of success, and positive and energetic approach will ease your fears and worries of selling or buying your next property. Contact Christine today at her office at (707) 939-2638 or text her at (510) 816-7958 or email at [email protected].
Incredible Sonoma Valley opportunity with this Schellville rural property offering the best of all worlds with an amazing outdoor entertaining space with decking and large expansive patio areas. The main residence includes 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, ...
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View PropertyIncredible opportunity to create your own vision with this well-maintained, single level home, located in Country Meadow at Temelec 55+ adult community, offering two bedrooms, two full baths, spacious, eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliance...
View PropertyWell maintained single level home located in Sonoma's 55 plus Temelec Community. This lovely 3-bedroom, 2 full bath property features spacious eat in kitchen, living room with fireplace, dining area, newer windows, wood flooring 2 car attached gar...
View PropertyThis light-filled Creekside 55+ adult community home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, dining and living room with high ceilings and gas fireplace, all flowing nicely to the outdoor private patio. This single-level home includes freshly painted int...
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View PropertyWell maintained and spacious, plan 6 Creekside Sonoma home, owned by the same original family. This light filled home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a large den, formal dining room, expansive living room with high ceilings and fireplace that flo...
View PropertyCharming and cozy Sonoma mobile home in one of the State's Premiere 55-plus Parks. 234 E. Seven Flags offers a lovely garden, community pool, clubhouse and low monthly fees. Situated within 10-minute drive to historic Sonoma Plaza and within one h...
View PropertyOpportunity is here with this wine country fixer property that is situated on a level 6250 SF lot. Build your weekend retreat or a place to call home. Ideally located in Sonoma Boyes Hot Springs, within a stroll to dining, shopping, Fairmont Missi...
View PropertyVintage charm accentuates this Sonoma Springs home offering hardwood floors, stone fireplace, updated kitchen and baths. Sunroom that can be used as a dining area or artist room that flows onto the sunny deck. Dont miss the lower level area for a...
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View PropertySpacious, updated, and move in ready. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath PUD offers a cheerful kitchen including new stainless steel appliances. This home also includes a newer furnace and air conditioning system to keep you cool this summer. Conveniently l...
View PropertyOpportunity awaits for this well maintained and private home. This light filled property is perched on a hill, with mountain views and private decking backing up to nature~ wine country ambiance with the potential of income as a vacation rental ...
View PropertyIdeally situated on quiet court, near vineyard and mountain views. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath single level home offers eat in kitchen, spa tub, , 2 car garage, gas fireplace, walking paths along fountain and ponds, enclosed screened porch perfect fo...
View PropertySingle level, light filled home located within a few minutes to Historic Sonoma Plaza and Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn. Well built in 2005 by an owner / contractor, this property offers 2 fireplaces, built in speakers throughout, fire sprinkler sys...
View PropertyPeaceful, carefree living in this Creekside Village Adult Community. This well-maintained 2bd/2ba single level home provides a great opportunity to make it your own. Amenities include: vaulted ceilings, large bonus room above garage, 2 car attache...
View PropertyBright and light, this updated and home is ideal for either a weekend home or full-time residence. Enchanting yard w/space for a pool and several entertaining areas w/ graceful water fountain. Within a stone throw to all conveniences, including t...
View PropertyImagine yourself living carefree with this updated and remodeled Chantarelle 55 plus adult living community property in Sonoma Valley. This beautifully maintained home offers new vinyl flooring, exquisitely remodeled main bathroom with quartz and ...
View PropertyWelcome home to this light filled and meticulously maintained Chantarelle home. This 3+/2+, 1932 sf home offers many upgraded systems including, newer HVAC, roof, and plantation shutters. Additional features include low maintenance yard with gor...
View PropertySonoma's best kept secret, with indoor/outdoor living, in this updated Temelec Adult Community residence. This single level, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is situated on a rarely available, private court, backing up to open, lush grounds and seasonal cr...
View PropertyLocated in the premier east side Sonoma location, within a stones throw to the Historic Sonoma Plaza, this lovely 2 story home offers on main level, a living room with fireplace, dining area 1/2 bath. Upstairs has 2 bedrooms one bath and spacious ...
View PropertyWelcome home to this beautifully remodeled and updated Sonoma Greens Hampton Model home. This Planned Unit Development offers the convenience of carefree living while entertaining guests from your 2 private and separate patios. Interior features e...
View PropertyLocated on a cul-de-sac, and offering incredible vineyard and hill views from expansive decking and large yard. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has soaring cathedral ceilings with an additional room, formal dining, eat-in-kitchen, fireplace and two ca...
View PropertyLocated near the to the Historic Sonoma Plaza, this is an incredible opportunity to create your own treasure with this original owner, light filled, 2-bedroom, 2 bath single level home. This property offers endless possibilities with flowing floor...
View PropertyLovely 4-bedroom, 3 full bath, single level Sonoma home. Freshly painted exterior and professionally landscaped garden is the start of this quality, traditional home. Situated on a Private Road, the welcoming & large front porch flows into a sp...
View PropertyPeaceful, carefree living in 55 plus Senior Adult Community. Highly sought after and desirable Plan 4 property. Private and unique lot backing to tranquil open space and redwood grove. This updated and remodeled single level home provides a comfo...
View PropertyBeautifully decorated and light filled 3+ bedrooms /2+ baths, 1932 square foot Sonoma Valley home located in the highly desirable, Chantarelle, 55+ community offering lovely outside areas to entertain wine country style. Main level includes 1 gue...
View PropertyNow beautifully staged! Light filled , 3+/2+, 1932 sf home is located in Chantarelle 55+ community. Well-maintained by orig. owner, Incredible value. Offering lovely outside areas to entertain. Main level offers 1 guest & 1 en suite master bed...
View PropertyBeautifully transformed with elegant style and tasteful details, sophisticated single-story home is located in Sonoma's premier 55+ Creekside Village community. Highly desirable plan 4, begins with custom entrance gate flowing into courtyard with ...
View PropertyPeaceful, carefree living in this Creekside Village home. Offering a unique, large lot with gardens, majestic fountain, Redwood grove, and located close to the community club house, pool and tennis courts. This two bedroom, two bathroom home offer...
View PropertySingle-level and sunny, 2 bed/2 bath Sonoma home offers a convenient floor plan centered around the dining area with accompanying glass sliding door to enter the large, yet manageable yard with plentiful fruit trees. This original condition home,...
View PropertyLovely light-filled 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home has quality touches throughout. This well-maintained home features hard wood floors, an enchanting garden with raised vegetable beds, new decking and a large patio area for chic Wine Country entertai...
View PropertyCharming 2 bedroom/1 bath single story cottage within a stroll of Sonoma Plaza offering world class dining, wineries, and boutiques. House has hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, large laundry room, and newer roof. Situated on large lot it offers ex...
View PropertyClean and bright,single-level, 2 bd/2 ba manufactured home boasts many upgrades incl. SS appliances, windows, HVAC system. Master bath with Jet tub, Vegetable garden and additional parking for boat .This Sonoma Valley cottage has the added bonus...
View PropertyIdeally located, this 2 bedroom/2 baths mobile home is situated near vineyard views , club house and community pool. Well maintained, with updated kitchen offering new Stainless Steel stove top and hood, granite counters, wood laminate flooring ...
View PropertyEnchanting garden and private creek side setting highlight this beautifully updated property. Home is turnkey, modern and light filled, with 2 beds, 2 baths and a spacious, covered patio. Open concept kitchen with granite countertops, updated bath...
View PropertyPicture perfect home, starting with the welcoming and expansive and covered front deck to entertain family and friends. Incredible view of hills from rarely available , spacious and private lot including raised flower beds, meandering walkwa...
View PropertyIncredible opportunity to live in the wine country within 10 minutes to Historic Sonoma Plaza, vineyard views, and community pool. This award winning Seven Flags, 55 plus community is well known for its pristine and tranquil lifestyle. Newer (...
View PropertyImmaculate and updated one bedroom, one full bath home located in Sonoma's 55 plus Temelec Community. This attached home features modern kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances, vinyl flooring, French doors leading to open space with views from bo...
View PropertyEnjoy living in this modern, well-appointed Temelec 55 plus Adult Community home offering indoor-outdoor style living with 2 tiled courtyards flowing nicely into the living room with fireplace and guest bedroom. This remodeled 2-bedroom, 2 full ba...
View PropertyImagine creating your dream and custom home with updates needed with this Sonoma Valley 55 plus, Creekside home. Original condition allows for you to design exactly what you are seeking. This well-priced opportunity offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths...
View PropertyImagine entering this sunny single-level home in a picturesque Sonoma Valley Creekside adult (55 plus) community known for its beauty, tranquility, and value. This turnkey property includes long plank wood flooring, crown moldings, arched openings...
View PropertyGreat opportunity for this single level , 2 bd./2 ba home located within a stroll of Community pool & Victorian Clubhouse. This 55 plus ,Temelec Senior Community property offers Living Rm w/ fireplace, master suite, dining area, enclosed sun room...
View PropertyThis single level home is ideally located close to all amenities: including Historic Sonoma Plaza, Walking Path ,Hiking Trails ,boutique wineries , and gourmet grocery. Offering such potential to create your own with Eat-in-Kitchen , living r...
View PropertyBeautifully maintained and updated home in the highly desirable, 55+ community of Chantarelle. Features include a recently remodeled and elegant main and guest bath, a sunny eat-in kitchen w SS appliances, flowing onto the newer decking, and matur...
View PropertyBeautifully maintained Creekside Adult community home located near Bocce, tennis courts, pools and meandering trails. This single level light filled home offers an updated main bath , a magical garden with expansive decks flowing from living room ...
View PropertyIncredible opportunities offered with this wine country property. Formally operated as a successful dog and grooming kennel, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath farmhouse is situated on a large 5-acre, level parcel with stunning hill and nearby vineyard views....
View PropertyEnjoy this Sonoma Valley Condo located in the Sonoma Oakwood Community. The property is near all conveniences and offers a glistening pool for those summertime gatherings. This single level, end unit offers great views. Living room w Fireplace, la...
View PropertyImagine entering this sunny single-level home in a picturesque Sonoma Valley Temelec adult (55 plus) community known for its beauty, tranquility, and value. Assume the recently installed solar system and enjoy low cost electricity bill.This turnke...
View PropertyImagine entering into this sunny single level home with a private courtyard, located in picturesque Sonoma Valley Creekside adult (55 plus) community that is known for its beauty, tranquility , and value . Recently remodeled hall guest bath and ki...
View PropertyThis charming, single level and light filled traditional home is situated on a private and large lot with a beautiful and majestic Oak tree and welcoming covered front porch. Located in the trendy Springs neighborhood, offering renowned restaurant...
View PropertyCharming cozy home located in the blooming Sonoma Springs neighborhood and within a short distance to shopping, dining spots, wineries and hiking trails . This one bedroom, one bath home has much potential for you to create your own vision. This p...
View PropertyChristine is great to work with and was always on top of what was going on, sent me the latest properties coming on the market and how to best approach the buy. Also appreciated the time spent with her associate Madelyn. Would work with Christine again!
Buyer | 4/6/22
Christine is a true professional and an experienced, dedicated real estate agent who diligently ensures all facets of a transaction are attended to. During negotiations, I always felt like Christine had my best interest in mind. Her advice and support through closing were invaluable; she was there for me every step of the way, going above and beyond to help me close on my home quickly and efficiently. I really enjoyed working with Christine; she was fun, very personable, and a joy to work with! I was grateful to have been referred to her: it’s a competitive market and Christine knows how to navigate the complexities to her client’s advantage. Partnering with her is like having a friend on the “inside” who is working for you.
4/19/22
It was a pleasure to work with Christine. She made the process easy, set up inspections, and priced our home at an incredible price. We sold it within a week of listing. Very impressed, highly recommend Christine to anyone selling or buying. She knows the market and you won't be disappointed!
Seller | 4/7/22
Christine is a real professional who worked hard to understand our needs and then find the right home for us. In a tough, competitive real estate market, she has the experience and savvy to get the job done! She's a good listener and communicator and has a wealth of local knowledge and contacts. She gave us good advice on handling negotiations, and when our offer was accepted, she got the home inspection and closing done in record time while making sure all property and HOA questions were addressed to our satisfaction. Moreover, she's a delightful, upbeat person and a joy to work with. Highly recommended. We look forward to working with Christine again!"
Sonoma Buyers 4/2021
We met Christine touring a home she had listed and while that home was not right for us, we were so impressed with her market knowledge, responsiveness, insights and general good nature that we asked to represent us. Within a week we found a home, made an offer, got it accepted, had the inspections done (thanks to Christine's local connections), went into escrow and closed. My wife and I were most pleased with her and are glad to highly recommend her.
Impressive market knowledge.
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