Meet Katie

Katie Hawkes

For more than four decades, Katie Hawkes has been a trusted name in Rancho Santa Fe real estate, representing buyers and sellers of luxury residential properties with distinction. With over 42 years in the industry, she has built a reputation defined by consistency, discretion, and results at the highest level.

Katie is a member of the Chairman’s Circle Diamond, placing her in the top ½ of 1% of agents nationwide. She has ranked among the Top 100 agents in California and the Top 20 in San Diego, and was honored with the prestigious 35 Year Legend Award in recognition of her sustained performance in the top 1% of her profession. Her peers have voted her Sales Associate of the Year 17 out of 18 years — a testament not only to her production, but to the respect she commands within the brokerage community.

A cum laude graduate of San Diego State University with a degree in Communications and a minor in Psychology, Katie brings both strategic insight and emotional intelligence to every transaction. Before launching her real estate career, she taught elementary school in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii while her husband served in the United States Navy — an experience that shaped her adaptability, patience, and strong sense of service.

Real estate is deeply rooted in Katie’s family history. Her grandfather acquired Rancho Santa Fe’s original Land Sales Office, establishing a legacy that placed her family at the very foundation of the community’s real estate history. That generational connection, combined with decades of firsthand market experience, gives Katie a rare depth of local knowledge and enduring relationships throughout Rancho Santa Fe.

Katie’s commitment to community is longstanding. She has been a dedicated member of the Rancho Santa Fe Rotary, a local service organization, for more than 18 years and has served on its Board of Directors for over a decade. Her sustained leadership and service reflect the same integrity, responsibility, and investment in community that define her professional life.

Katie combines elevated marketing exposure with powerful professional relationships across North County and beyond. Her approach blends strategic positioning, targeted outreach, and refined negotiation to ensure each property receives maximum visibility and qualified attention. Known for her integrity, discretion, and steady leadership, she guides her clients with clarity and confidence — delivering results while protecting what matters most.

Email: katie.hawkes@sothebysrealty.com

Cell: (858) 922-2226