Meet Maria
Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty
MODERN SOLUTIONS, TIMELESS SERVICE
DRE LICENSE NO 02163763
Maria DeSalvo is a fifth-generation Marin County native and trusted real estate advisor with Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty, serving buyers and sellers throughout Marin County and the greater Bay Area.
Deeply rooted in a family legacy of top-producing real estate professionals, Maria has built her business on integrity, strategy, and genuine connection. Her lifelong knowledge of Marin County gives clients an inside perspective on neighborhoods, pricing, market trends, and lifestyle considerations, from Tiburon and Mill Valley to San Anselmo, Larkspur, Corte Madera, Fairfax, and Novato.
Known for her calm confidence and clear communication, Maria brings a thoughtful, modern approach to every transaction. With a background in publishing and personal branding, she creates distinctive marketing strategies and compelling narratives that help homes stand out in the Marin County real estate market while remaining grounded in data, pricing strategy, and timing.
Maria tailors her services to each client she works with. For sellers, this often means acting as a full project manager, overseeing every stage of preparing a home for market, including design guidance, staging coordination, vendor management, and pricing strategy. For buyers, it means being a steady and informed guide through each phase of the process, helping them make confident decisions in a competitive Bay Area market.
Clients value Maria’s ability to simplify complex transactions, anticipate challenges, and create a clear plan well before pressure sets in. Her deep local knowledge, strong professional network, and steady negotiation style have earned her a reputation for delivering smooth, successful outcomes across a wide range of property types and life transitions.
Rooted in her Marin community, Maria believes real estate is about more than property. It is about helping people move through meaningful moments with clarity, confidence, and care.
Areas Served: Marin County, Tiburon, Mill Valley, San Anselmo, Larkspur, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Novato, Sausalito, SAn rafael, ross, kentfield, greenbrae, sonoma county and surrounding Bay Area communities.
Specialties: Marin County residential real estate, trust and inherited property sales, first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers, strategic home preparation, pricing and negotiation strategy.
““Hands down the best realtor we’ve ever met! Buying/selling in Marin is such a nuanced experience and Maria knows the ins and outs better than anyone. She is incredibly professional, has killer communication, and is best of all is wonderful to work with. We attended the 1st time home buyer’s seminar she hosted and learned we needed to be thinking about information we didn’t even know existed. She meets you where you are and takes you through the entire process - even sending you links to your new local utilities companies to set up your accounts. 12/10 experience! We are over the moon about our new home.””
Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty
The power of the sotheby’s brand
Choosing an agent affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty means you’re not just working with a local expert—you’re tapping into a world-class legacy of excellence and an unrivaled global referral network. The Sotheby’s name is synonymous with sophistication and trust, opening doors to high-caliber opportunities across international markets. With access to exclusive insights and connections that few brokerages can offer, clients benefit from exceptional market knowledge and personalized service at every step of their real estate journey. This powerful combination sets you apart, ensuring that your real estate goals are achieved with unparalleled expertise and a prestigious brand backing every decision.
“Maria was a calm, steady presence as we began our journey. We were house searching while living in another state, and Maria was incredibly proactive with communications, helped educate us on our new city, and was so giving of her time and expertise of Marin County. We’re thrilled with the home we found and look forward to working with her for years to come!”
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