Denise Montalvo

Compass

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

About
I’m a top-producing Realtor and Certified Global Luxury Specialist, as well as a long-term resident of Marin. In 2023, I received the Marin County Agent of the Year award from Rate My Agent for my client satisfaction.
When I'm not selling real estate, I love to spend time running the trails of Marin and taking pictures along the way. I'm known as the "Realtor on the Move – Keeping Pace with the Market." I keep up with the latest trends and developments in the area so that I can provide you with the most up-to-date information and guidance.
Real estate is about more than just finding the perfect home; it's also about navigating the complex market and making informed decisions along the way. Selling real estate in a competitive market demands skill and stamina—qualities I bring to every transaction. I leverage my experience to ensure a successful outcome, whether you're buying, selling, or investing.
Highlights *
11
Recent sales
$320K-$1.71M
Price range
$1.1M
Median price
18
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Ratings & Reviews
4.9 (63)

Joann Powers
San Rafael, CA - Nov 9, 2025

Denise went above and beyond anything I expected. She held several House/Broker Opens within the short time I listed my home with her.
I was especially impressed with Denise's constant communications, updates, and suggestions she offered to me in making my home more appealing to a buyer. It worked!! I have no hesitation recommending her to friends and family.
Denise is an amazing realtor.

Verified by RealSatisfied

Larry Meckley
San Rafael, CA - Sep 4, 2025

Kudos for your committment to our goal. Now in our new San Rafael Ca home completely satified!!

Verified by RealSatisfied

M. Schneidman
Novato, CA - Jun 2, 2025

Excellent follow up and swift response time. Willing to find out information if there is a question or a concern. Denise is always looking for the most reasonable and rational way to do things and to get the deal done that makes sense for both parties. She is good at understanding the buyer/seller big picture and what makes sense given the specifics of the situation while also factoring in market conditions. Very pleasant demeanor, not aggressive or pushy and very patient, respectful of buyers concerns/aspirations.

Verified by RealSatisfied

Isabel
San Rafael, CA - Oct 12, 2024

We have been working with Denise for many years and she helped us sell and purchase multiple properties. She is accesible, professional, and helpful on all aspects of the transations. A pleasure to work with.

Verified by RealSatisfied

Yoshiko Fujii
Corte Madera, CA - Jul 19, 2024

We are very satisfied to have worked with Denise. She helped us along improvements to the property and our house sold within two weeks of placing it on the market. We would not hesitate to work with her again.

Verified by RealSatisfied

Professional Info

Brokerage

Compass
300 Drakes Landing Rd Ste 120
Larkspur, CA 94904

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
CA 01780793

Awards

  • Top Producer 2023
  • Marin County Agent of the Year, Rate My Agent
  • Certified Full Service Professional 2025
  • Certified Luxury Specialist

Specialties

  • First-time buyers
  • Investment & property management
  • Luxury properties

Designations

  • LHC

Hobbies

  • Art

Education

San Francisco Academy of Art
Bachelor’s Degree, Graphic Design

Top Cities *

Novato

  • 2 sales past 3 years
  • 28 days on market
  • $860K median price

San Rafael

  • 2 sales past 3 years
  • 118 days on market
  • $1.1M median price

Corte Madera

  • 1 sales past 3 years
  • 22 days on market
  • $1.52M 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.