Dawn D'Auria
Coldwell Banker Realty

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

Highlights *
35 recent sales
$135K - $1.78M
ABR®, CRS, GRI
51 days on market
32 years experience
About
Buying or selling a home is a significant decision, and having the right guidance can make all the difference. With over 30 years of experience in Connecticut real estate, I focus on providing clear advice, thoughtful strategies, and a smooth process.

My approach is rooted in both experience and education. With an MBA from Quinnipiac University and a deep understanding of the local market, I develop tailored solutions to meet your specific needs. Whether it’s leveraging data to price your home competitively, developing targeted marketing plans, or negotiating with precision, my goal is to help you make informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcome.

I'm proud of my 15-year Connecticut Magazine Five Star Award (2011–2025), but I value the lasting client relationships built on honesty and practical solutions even more.

Whether you're considering buying or selling—or simply exploring your options—I’m here to provide insights and help you navigate your next move.

Ratings & Reviews

Carole H.
Durham, CT
Rated 4 out of 5 stars.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars.

Dawn was very helpful with the short sale process, initially making sure we understood why it was necessary. She also helped in the final stages before "closing," sorting out some major problems with our mortgage company. She was very professional and available to answer all our questions.

Fran Shepard

Dawn was there for us every step of the way during the listing and selling of our home. Selling a home is stressful even under the best of times, she stayed connected and was our advocate through the entire process. I would 100% recommend Dawn

Rose Richi

Dawn was incredibly helpful; she went above and beyond to provide exceptional customer service and was highly communicative. She always had our best interest at heart and fought to get us the best home for the best deal every step of the way. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.

Jane and Erik

Dawn D’Auria is an incredibly professional, knowledgeable and effective Realtor in assisting with both buying and selling homes. We worked with Dawn in selling a home in 2015 and again in buying a home in 2020. As most know this can be a stressful time. Dawn alleviates the stress by being on top of all aspects of the buying and selling process. She anticipates needs and addresses them so effectively the process is seamless!

Anthony Gland

Our first home buying experience couldn’t have been any better. My wife and I feel so fortunate to have been connected with Dawn, as she made everything easy for us each step of the way. Before working with Dawn the prospect of buying our first home was daunting, especially given the uncertainty associated with the pandemic. Dawn took us under her wing, treating us more as family than as clients, and helped us to navigate the changing market without flaw. Her advice was invaluable and played a key role in each step of the home buying process. Dawn also provided her opinion when asked, which clearly reflected her broad knowledge and many years of experience within the business. Dawn took personal interest in our happiness and we truly feel that she always acted with our best interests in mind. We were extremely happy to have had Dawn on our side and for her to have been a part of this major step in our lives. We absolutely recommend Dawn’s services to anyone looking to buy or sell

April Millo

For anyone looking for one of the best real estate agents in CT, I highly recommend Dawn D’Auria. A close friend recommended Dawn to me when I was ready to sell my condo in Wallingford back in 2020. My friend and her family had used Dawn for their buying and selling needs throughout the years and she assured me I was going to be in good hands. Immediately, I was impressed by Dawn’s superior knowledge of the market, the market trends, and her integrity. Dawn fully prepared me for the selling process and was readily available day or night to answer any questions I had along the way. She put me at ease with her honest and straightforward approach. Following the sale of my condo, I used Dawn again in 2023 when I was ready to purchase my dream home. Again, Dawn’s strategic negotiations, experience, and knowledge helped me get everything I wanted for the right price. Dawn’s excellent communication skills helped make my selling and buying process go as seamless possible.

Kristen Poulos

We’ve moved around the country quite a bit, but nothing could prepare us for all of the interesting nuance of CT real estate. We were lucky to work with Dawn, who helped us find the perfect home and had great contacts to help us through the buying process (home inspection, etc.). She made things easy and was super responsive throughout. Thanks Dawn!

Positive, Responsiveness, Professionalism

Mark and Ellen Santoro

Dawn D'Auria to sell parent's homestead, and we couldn't be more grateful for her exceptional service. From the very start, Dawn demonstrated a deep understanding of the real estate market, providing expert guidance every step of the way. She was patient and empathetic with our elderly mother, making the entire process feel smooth and stress-free.
One of the things that truly stood out was how Dawn went above and beyond to help prepare the home for sale. She coordinated all the staging needed to showcase the property at its best, and the professional photos made the home shine. The listing was not only beautifully presented, but Dawn also accurately priced the home based on a keen awareness of current market trends, ensuring it was competitive without overpricing.
Thanks to Dawn's expertise and personal care, we sold the home quickly and for a great price. We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Her commitment to excellence made a world of difference.

Michell and Brett Palmer

I have nothing but great things to say about Dawn. She is the best realtor in Connecticut. Dawn is patient and only looks out for her client’s best interest. My husband and I worked with Dawn for years. We now live in a beautiful home thanks to her. I bought our house sight unseen after my husband and her toured it because I knew if she had great things to say about the house that we should buy it. She works long hours and wrote up many offers for us in a tough sellers market. She is very knowledgeable and was such a pleasure to work with. She is also very professional and I would hire her again someday if we ever decide to move. I also recommend her to any of my friends looking to buy a house. Hire Dawn if you want to enjoy your home buying experience!

Anu and Paula

My wife and I were in search of a condo for a family elder to down size when we met Dawn in 2021 as the listing agent on one of the properties we viewed. Though we didn't purchase that unit, we liked Dawn so much  we contracted with her as our broker and  worked closely together over 3 months until we closed on a great property. The entire experience was smooth, very pleasant and painless. Dawn was on top of her game, never missed a beat, genuine and looked after our interest. Recently, we had another similar situation arise and we immediately called upon Dawn to help sell the 'empty nest' and find a new condo.  Dawn was great negotiating and her sound knowledge of the local market in New Haven and Middlesex counties was key in helping us get best price on both the sale and purchase side.  I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to buy or sell property even outside of this geographical area.

David Zhang

Our interaction with Dawn is much higher than just a 5-star experience! She is spectacular and always goes above and beyond your expectations. She helped us sell our home in Wallingford and buy our first investment property with ease and now she is helping us find our next dream home. Dawn’s service is extremely personable, professional, and enjoyable. She has all the knowledge, experience, and character that you would want your real estate agent to possess. She has the best connections, from qualified home inspectors, to experienced attorneys and mortgage underwriters. As a buyer and seller, I am constantly learning from Dawn about this volatile market, home maintenance and protections, legal advice, best and worst scenarios mindset and much more. My wife and I are very pleased to have Dawn on our side as our agent and new friend, and we can’t recommend her enough for the buying/selling of your home!

Professional Info

Brokerage

Coldwell Banker Realty
680 S Main St
Cheshire, CT 06410

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
CT REB.0756533

Awards

  • Client Satisfaction
  • Platnum Award
  • Five Star Award 2011 - 2025
  • Global Luxury Specilist Certified
  • RCC - Commercial

Specialties

  • Age-restricted communities
  • First-time buyers
  • Luxury properties
  • Military
  • Recreation & Vacation
  • Relocation

Designations

  • ABR®
  • CRS
  • GRI

Education

Quinnipiac University
Master’s Degree

Top Cities *

Cheshire Village

  • 7 sales past 3 years
  • 56 days on market
  • $490K median price

New Haven

  • 3 sales past 3 years
  • 266 days on market
  • $242K median price

Hamden

  • 3 sales past 3 years
  • 122 days on market
  • $245K median price

* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.