WHO'S NEXTREAL ESTATE
FOUNDER · TEAM LEADER · CA DRE #02001091
Joe
Prather
Eleven years representing buyers and sellers across the Bay Area and Santa Cruz County, with a full-service, zero-pressure approach.
- PHONE
- (831) 515-8133
- joepratherrealtor@gmail.com
- BROKERAGE
- eXp Realty of California · CA DRE #01878277
GET TO KNOW ME
About Joe
Full service, a personal touch, and never any pressure.
Joe Prather has served Santa Cruz County and the surrounding communities for 11 years. Originally from Chico, California, he found his calling on the Santa Cruz coast, where he loves the small-town feel, the food, and the outdoors: surfing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking and kayaking. Family comes first for Joe, and he treasures time with his daughter, Emmalyn.
He moved into real estate in 2016 after a career in construction and heavy equipment work, drawn by the chance to meet new people, explore remarkable homes and help clients reach their goals. That hands-on background helps him read a home's condition quickly, and his Business Administration degree from California State University, Chico shapes how he prices, markets and negotiates.
His specialty is helping people move to Santa Cruz, especially those who want to live close to the ocean. Clients describe him as friendly, caring, patient and zero-pressure.
HOW I HELP
Guidance for every kind of move
Moving to the coast
For buyers relocating to Santa Cruz County who want to live near the ocean, with honest advice on towns, commutes and neighborhoods.
Selling with a plan
Pricing from recent sales, smart preparation that adds value without wasted spending, and calm management of every detail to closing.
Estates, trusts & inherited homes
Sensitive, practical help for trustees and families, including complicated or time-sensitive sales and coordinating moves.
Buying from a distance
Live video tours, local insight and clear communication for buyers who can't be here in person.
WHERE I WORK
Santa Cruz County, and the Bay Area with the Who's Next team
Joe won't try to sell you on any property just to make money, once he knows what you're looking for he'll make sure that each visit aligns with your goals.
FABIO C. · BUYER
“Joe was an absolute pleasure to work with and helped us get into our dream home. With knowledge of the local area and latest market trends, offer strategies, clear and prompt communication, the normally stressful process was as easy and streamlined as …”
“We bought our house remotely from New York with Joe's help. Not being local is quite a handicap, and Joe's local knowledge definitely helped us a lot in finalizing where to look and what kind of house would work for us. Since we were not physically around …”
“I am the trustee of my brother's estate which Owned a home in Sunnyvale. I asked my daughter, a Nevada real estate broker to find me the best agent in the Sunnyvale area. She did considerable research and interviewed over 6 agents. She recommended Joe …”
“My wife and I are extremely happy that Joe helped us through our first home purchase. He always had our best interest at heart! As a first-time home buyer, we were very nervous and scared but Joe was very patient and helped us through every step of the …”
“Joe was referred to me by another trusted realtor when I was suddenly stuck with an inherited financially upside-down property. He was understanding of my situation and its complexities, and took a load of worry and stress off after finding a buyer. I …”
“Joe helped us find our beautiful home in the Rose Garden area. We were struggling to find a home in area that we liked and could afford. Joe introduced us to this area and was able to get us a home within our budget. All our friends and family absolutely …”
Current & sold listings
WORK WITH JOE
Let's talk about your next move.
Buying, selling or just curious about what your home is worth, Joe will reply personally.
- CALL OR TEXT
- (831) 515-8133