Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties Top Brokerage in Northern California
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties has cemented its reputation as the premier real‑estate powerhouse in Northern California and Nevada.
2025 was a banner year, with more than 152 agents earning top accolades, including several who rank in the top 1 % of all BHHS agents nationwide. These achievements, combined with the firm’s boutique‑style mentorship and the global reach of Berkshire Hathaway, illustrate why homebuyers and sellers alike choose the Drysdale brand.
President and CEO Gretchen Pearson was named to the prestigious Swanepoel Power 200, a list that highlights the most influential leaders shaping residential real‑estate brokerage. Her inclusion in the 2024 and 2025 editions of the list reflects the strategic vision and community‑first ethos she brings to Drysdale Properties.
Drysdale blends the global power of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices with the personalized mentorship, cutting‑edge marketing, and tight‑knit community of a boutique firm. This hybrid model gives agents the tools and support of a national brand while preserving the local expertise and client‑centric focus that buyers and sellers value most.
“I explored other brokerages, but what stood out was the supportive approach here, exceptional educational tools and top‑notch management. The leadership team ensures we are always knowledgeable and equipped to become top agents. My experience has been outstanding; this place feels like home, and I can’t imagine being anywhere else.”
Gretchen Pearson’s three‑decade career—from agent to senior corporate executive—has propelled Drysdale from a single San Ramon office (opened in 2005) to over 1,200 agents serving Northern California and Nevada. Her accolades include:
Beyond business, Pearson founded the Drysdale Community Foundation, a 100 % agent‑funded nonprofit that supports charities improving lives across the region.
With 152+ award‑winning agents, multiple teams ranking in the top 1 %, and a CEO honored among the industry’s most powerful leaders, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties exemplifies the very best of real‑estate performance and community stewardship. When clients choose a Drysdale agent, they tap into a network where global resources meet boutique dedication—truly The Drysdale Difference.
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