Leslie Dougherty

Realtor® | Broker Owner DRE 01715846

Meet Leslie, the visionary CEO leading Central Coast Sotheby's International Realty, where she expertly guides a dynamic team in transforming dreams into reality along California's enchanting Central Coast.

With an impressive 19-year legacy, Leslie stands as a real estate powerhouse, excelling in negotiations and contracts, and serving as a trusted advisor to her peers. Her clients choose her not just for her expertise but for her unwavering trustworthiness. Leslie's finesse in the Central Coast market is unmatched, and she is celebrated for her professionalism and ability to turn negotiations into masterpieces. Clients consistently praise her calming presence and patience, fostering an atmosphere of trust and confidence in every transaction.

In the luxury real estate sector, Leslie creates extraordinary experiences for her discerning clientele. Recognizing the prestige of the Sotheby's brand, she delivers nothing short of excellence. Her exceptional listening skills and strategic approach to negotiations set her apart. Leslie doesn't just hear her clients; she truly understands them, executing deals with flair and precision.

Leslie's journey is one of resilience and triumph. With a master's degree in Organizational and Industrial Psychology, her proudest achievement is earning her bachelor's degree in Communication Studies as a single parent of three, demonstrating her grit and determination. Before making waves in real estate, Leslie successfully led as the Director of Institutional Advancement for the Los Rios Community College District, championing community college education.

Originally from Sacramento, Leslie fell in love with the Central Coast as a Cal Poly parent. What started as a dream while flipping through real estate magazines has now become a reality, with properties owned from the north coast to the southern stretch of SLO County. Leslie is your guide to the diverse communities that make up the Central Coast.

As a female entrepreneur, Leslie proudly leads Central Coast Sotheby's International Realty as a woman- and minority-owned business, actively supporting women in business. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Leslie is a dedicated leader in the real estate community, serving as a Director on the San Luis Obispo Coastal Association of Realtors. She is also a proud mother of three and a delighted Oma to her grandson. She and her husband, Rick, embrace the Central Coast lifestyle fully, sharing their home with a lively group of rescue pets and advocating for shelter adoptions. In Leslie's world, every story, negotiation, and home is infused with a touch of magic.

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Central Coast SIR
734 Main Street, Suite C
Cambria, CA 93428

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Specialties: Consulting, First Time Home Buyer, Listing Agent, Primary Residence, Vacation Home
Service Area: Arroyo Grande CA, Avila Beach CA, Cambria CA, Cayucos CA, Los Osos CA, Morro Bay CA, Nipomo CA, Pismo Beach CA, San Luis Obispo CA

From the first time I spoke to Leslie I felt she was the right realtor to do business with….she has been very attentive to detail and walked me through all the steps needed to sell a house…always friendly and eager to help…I would definitely choose her again if I needed to buy or sell another house Cambria.

Barbara (seller)

Was always helpful in all our dealings Leslie was immediately responsive to all our concerns throughout the buying and selling of our house. We were very pleased with her knowledge and help, especially because we were not in Cambria and everything was done by phone or email, even the Docusign went fairly smooth. we were very pleased with the handling of the sale!

Martin and Carol (sellers)

Phenomenal Real Estate Professional Leslie Dougherty is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the field of real estate. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to guide us through the complicated process of selling our beloved home in Cambria, California. She was completely unflappable throughout the process, calmly navigating our way to the end result, a stellar sale! Icing on the cake is that she was always available to us and lots of fun, too. Thank you so much Leslie and Happy [...]

David and Sandy (sellers)

Leslie Dougherty, owner of Barnes & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, was instrumental in the sale of our home in Oakhurst, CA. The extensive marketing through Sotheby's network was second to none. Leslie's hard work, professionalism and integrity made the sale happen. She is a pleasure to work with. Thank you Leslie!

Henry and Marie (seller)

We had the good fortune of being referred to Leslie Dougherty via a chance encounter with two of her previous clients at a local restaurant that literally changed our lives. We had recently sold our home in Camarillo and were looking for a forever home close to a beach. Leslie was extremely supportive, easy to work with and genuinely seemed to want the best for us and to understand our needs. We had given Leslie guidelines - price, location, size and she found us a forever home that [...]

Kent and Mary Ann L (Buyers)

Professionalism From Start to Finish Dear Leslie, thank you for your professionalism from start to finish. You showed such a calm confident attitude that brought me through some ups and downs. You always gave me good advice from your excellent experience in the field of Realty. Your high values of ethics, good timing, sincerity and perseverance are a credit to you. It was a great experience!

Angela E. (Seller)

Leslie's knowledge and expertise made the process easy It was a pleasure to work with Leslie. She was very professional, courteous and responsive. Her knowledge and expertise made the process of selling my grandmother's house easy. We were very pleased with the timeline and the result. Leslie also suggested contacts that we engaged to help liquidate the estate, clear out the house, clean it and get it ready for market. She went out of her way to ensure that this transaction went [...]

Lance C. (Seller's Family Member)

Leslie is by far one of the most professional realtors I have ever had the pleasure of working with. We both represented the opposite sides of a very complex transaction. She represented a very demanding Seller. She was extremely transparent throughout the entire process and maintained a great communication with myself and everyone involved. I am confident that given the chance I would have her represent me personally. Thank you again Leslie…

Mike A. (Buyer's Agent)

Smooth, Amazing and Helpful Leslie was so amazing and helpful in this whole process. Buying a home can be tricky, but she made the process flow smoothly. I will be recommending her to anybody who wants to buy property on the Central Coast.

Andrew M. (Buyer)

Professional and Personable We've moved several times over the years. Leslie is absolutely the best agent whom we had the privilege with whom to work. She is professional and personable. She was always, always on top of everything, taking care of all our needs – whether small or large. We were absolutely fortunate to choose Leslie as our agent. One could not choose anyone better.

Jim H. and Thelma K.(Sellers)

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