Real Estate Done Differently | Boutique Service, Big Results
Who I Am
I bring over 20 years of real estate experience in various roles, plus a deep knowledge of building, development, architecture, and both traditional and digital marketing and design. I’ve sold and brokered over $75 million in real estate right here in our tiny, charming Calaveras County. For me, this isn’t just a career—it’s a lifestyle I live and breathe every day.
How It All Started
My real estate journey began as an investor in multi-family units while I was a fashion designer in Los Angeles—my second career after dipping my toes in tech (first as a nerd, then on the creative side). Those early skills set the stage for my real estate destiny. Later, I moved to Oregon to join my new husband, a man obsessed with restoring old buildings. We became a dynamic duo, buying and selling historic homes begging for a second chance. I got my real estate license out of necessity for our projects—and I never looked back.
It didn’t take long for everyone to notice I couldn’t stop talking about real estate. Family, friends, cab drivers, grocery clerks—even the barista at my favorite coffee house got an earful! My passion was undeniable, so I started helping others with their real estate adventures and haven’t stopped since. Eleven years ago, we moved to Calaveras County to chase our own dream: owning a vintage cabin on a ranch surrounded by the Sierra foothills’ stunning scenery.
How It’s Going
In 2018, I founded Land & Home Company, an independent small boutique brokerage, to practice real estate my way. I wanted to ditch the corporate franchise cookie-cutter models that make you, the client, feel like just another number. Real estate is personal—very personal—and it’s serious business too.
When I work with you, I’m handling one of your biggest assets. I don’t take that lightly. My goal is to lift the stress off your shoulders and onto mine, where it belongs. Yes, you’ll still have to sign a stack of paperwork, but I’ll try to make you laugh while we’re at it! I provide small-town service with a big-city back-end you’ll never have to worry about. I won’t hand you off to a transaction coordinator after we have an accepted contract—I’m with you every step of the way to the end and beyond, whether you’re buying a cozy cabin in Arnold, raw land in Angels Camp or selling a long-cherished vacation home in Murphys.
I’d love to chat about your real estate goals—drop me a line or stop by when you’re grabbing a coffee in downtown Murphys! (Fair warning: I might start doodling house floorplans on napkins mid-conversation—it’s my quirky way of dreaming up spaces for clients.)
Looking forward to meeting you!
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Testimonials
"I had the pleasure of working with the best realtor ever to purchase our dream vacation home in Arnold. From start to finish, she went above and beyond, working tirelessly to make our dream a reality. Her knowledge of the local market was unparalleled, and she guided us every step of the way. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, we found the perfect property that checked all our boxes. She made the entire process smooth and stress-free, and we couldn't be happier with our new getaway. If you're looking for a top-notch realtor who genuinely cares about your needs, look no further. Our experience with her was exceptional, and we're so grateful for her hard work and commitment. We highly recommend her to anyone in search of their dream home."
-Kim M., Client
"We were looking for an investment property which would also serve as our future home when we were ready to retire. We were only able to come to town very periodically to look at things so Nicole had to do a lot of the hunting without us and she hit the pavement for 6 months finding the perfect house to serve our needs. Her knowledge about the area was extensive and she kept us in the loop the entire way and we were really impressed with how she handled everything. We couldn't be happier with our purchase and we count the days until we can move in, Thank you!"
-Thomas H., Client
"Nicole was our agent for a home that we recently purchased in Arnold and we can't speak more highly of our experience with her. She was extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process and was also very responsive and went above and beyond on several occasions. Would highly recommend her!"
-Nathan L. , Client
"What started out as a bittersweet 1031 Exchange frenzy ended miraculously with the purchase of our dream home, thanks to the Land and Home Company! Nicole Goostree and her partner Melissa Bowman exceeded our expectations and outshined the other agents that we partnered with in various regions of California, Washington and Oregon. From our first interaction, to our escrow closing celebration, Nicole and Melissa had our best interest at heart, and went out of their way to support us throughout the home search and purchasing process. With their calm and friendly demeanor, they listened, advised, guided, represented, and advocated upon our behalf. As importantly, their Calaveras County wisdom, open communication, accessibility, firm negotiation skills, professional demeanor, and winning attitude made the whole home buying experience a wonderful one, and for that we are grateful. They are simply the BEST!"
-Ron L., Client