Sonoma Real Estate

Community Info & Background for Sonoma Homes

Sonoma Real Estate Listings in California

Located in the heart of the country’s premier wine producing region, Sonoma pays homage to the town’s Spanish colonial past. Tucked inside the coastal range of the San Francisco Bay area, Sonoma’s unique and vibrant community lies less than an hour north of San Francisco and Oakland. With approximately 9,500 residents and a rich cultural heritage, the city is centered on its historic town plaza. European-styled homes along the adjacent scenic hills, mountains and agricultural valley of Sonoma provide a panoramic setting for residents.

Serving as the economic hub for the surrounding valley, Sonoma prides itself as a successful tourism destination, drawing visitors for the wine vineyards, cultural history and culinary delights. The town center is laid out as a Mexican town, centered around the plaza and surrounded by many historical buildings, such as the Mission, the Presidio and the Sebastiani Theatre. Sitting in the middle of the plaza, Sonoma’s city hall is the town hub for community festivals and the farmers market.

Considered the birthplace of wine making in California, Sonoma celebrates the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival in September to honor its viticulture heritage. Known for its friendly and personal service for both residents and businesses, Sonoma offers a first-class school district. Boasting an award-winning public school system for children, residents also have access to dozens of institutions of higher education. Sonoma provides the opportunity to enjoy the amenities of metropolitan living in the San Francisco vicinity, while experiencing the rural charm, stability and quality of a small-town community.