Located in the middle of the county’s seat, Santa Rosa has relaxed urban appeal, blending a rural feel with cultural arts, museums, food and wine, shopping, and outdoor activities. More than 400 acres of parks offer trails for strolls or opportunities for hiking, peddling, rowing, sailing, and fishing. Santa Rosa is full of excellent restaurants, cafes, coffee houses, and clubs. Shopping includes a variety of alternatives, from malls and shopping centers to boutiques and specialty stores along sidewalks or around Historic Railroad Square.
“Peanuts” fans will find a little slice of heaven here. The Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center gives visitors a peek at original artwork and memorabilia. Next door is Snoopy’s Home Ice Arena and Gallery. A bronze sculpture of Charlie Brown and his faithful beagle stands in Historic Railroad Square.
Horticulturalist Luther Burbank lived and worked in Sonoma County for more than 50 years; his Santa Rosa home and gardens are open for touring. The Sonoma County Museum for the Visual Arts is a wonderful place for exploring. The Wells Fargo Center for the Performing Arts offers a full repertory of entertainment including symphony, ballet, popular music, and theater.
Buying a New Santa Rosa Home?
Buying a Santa Rosa home can be a daunting task. Before setting out on your house hunting journey, you should
know what you really want to find. Take some time to list all the features that are most important to you and your
family. Here are a few ideas to consider in looking for a Santa Rosa home to purchase:
- Location – Santa Rosa has a good number of wonderful areas to choose from. Also think about your proximity
to quality schools, medical facilities, and shopping markets.
- Size – Do you need a certain number of bedrooms or bathrooms? Don’t forget about closet space
- Parking – Is a covered garage important to you?
- Style – 2-story house or ranch style home? New or older home?
- Air Conditioning & Heating – central heating and/or air conditioning can be a savior in Santa Rosa.
As you browse homes, keep these ideas in mind. Your list may change over time as you do more looking.
You may want to add or remove features, or perhaps you'll become willing to make compromises to find the Santa Rosa home
that is the best fit for your family. With hundreds of beautiful Santa Rosa homes to choose from, you’ll surely find the
one for you. Get started now.
Selling your Santa Rosa Home?
Selling your Santa Rosa home through RE/MAX Pros is the right decision. Our agents are here to guide you
through a potentially complicated process. You deserve top-dollar for your property and RE/MAX Pros is committed to marketing
and selling your home. All of our agents are certified REALTORs® and they are determined to give you peace of mind
throughout the home selling process. With years of experience in the Santa Rosa home market, our team has the secret recipe
for attracting the right kind of home buyers at just the right time. Choosing RE/MAX Pros is a wise decision. Learn a bit
more about our agents here.
Apply for a Home Loan to purchase your Santa Rosa home?
The Santa Rosa home market is highly active at this time. Interest rates continue to hover near record lows and it’s never
been easier to finance your Santa Rosa home purchase —whether it’s your first home purchase, a vacation property, or a retirement
townhouse. Find out how much house you can afford, learn about settlement and closing costs, and access the most current
lending rates through our preferred mortgage partner.