By: William Jones
Real estate isn’t just about property for Kyla Brooke — it’s about people, transitions, and the stories that shape home. With a foundation in marriage and family therapy and two decades of experience across real estate investment, property management, and community leadership, Kyla brings a rare blend of heart, strategy, and deep local knowledge to every client relationship.
A Foundation Built on Understanding
Before becoming a full-time Realtor, Kyla worked as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist — an experience that shaped her approach in profound ways. She learned how to listen to what matters most, understand people in times of transition, and create calm and clarity during stressful moments. In real estate, those skills have become her superpower, transforming what can be a transactional process into a deeply supportive and intentional experience. Because to Kyla, your home isn’t just a house — it’s part of your life story.
Paired with her experience as an investor, property manager, business owner, educator, and strategic planner, Kyla offers a unique balance of emotional intelligence and technical expertise. For more than 20 years, her work has been defined by grounded guidance, smart strategy, and a genuine commitment to her clients’ well-being and success.
Deep Roots in Community
Kyla is proud to be part of Vanguard Properties, the Bay Area’s largest independent firm, known for its exceptional service and client-first results. With two decades of experience and a passion for community, she guides clients through unique properties and complex challenges, helping turn real estate goals into reality.
Her track record speaks volumes. From 2012 to 2022, Kyla was recognized as one of the Top Producing Agents in the Russian River area. During that same period (2014–2022), she earned recognition as a Vanguard Top Producer in Sonoma County. She maintains a long-time membership in the Top Agents Network, a testament to her sustained excellence in the field.
But perhaps what sets Kyla apart most is her success in navigating the complexities that others might shy away from. She has significant experience working with community groups with County and State officials on challenging issues such as wastewater and septic systems, as well as county roads — the kind of collaborative, creative problem-solving that has helped transform seemingly impossible situations into successful outcomes.
From Funky Cabins to Fine Estates
“I love helping people navigate change — whether that’s finding a first home, selling a long-loved one, or investing in something new or selling rental property,” Kyla explains. Her approach is patient, hands-on, and often infused with humor. “Buying or selling a property should have some joy in it, too!”
From funky cabins to fine estates, she brings a deep knowledge of Sonoma’s diverse micro-markets, each with its own charm, personality, and considerations. Her focus remains on creative problem-solving, smart strategy, and making sure clients feel cared for and empowered throughout the process.
Understanding Life Transitions
Kyla naturally attracts clients navigating life transitions — first-time homebuyers, long-time homeowners preparing for a new chapter, or investors charting a new vision. These milestones can be emotional, and her therapeutic background allows her to guide clients with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
The best outcome, as she sees it, is when clients not only work toward their real estate goals but also feel confident, cared for, and connected to their decisions, their property, and the community around them.
A Legacy of Environmental Stewardship
One of Kyla’s proudest achievements extends far beyond individual transactions. She helped her community purchase and preserve an alluvial redwood forest with a beach — a multi-year effort that brought together neighbors, local expertise, and shared purpose to form a nonprofit dedicated to protecting this rare natural resource. Since 2007, she has served as a founding member of the Board of Directors, ensuring this remarkable place is maintained as a community treasure for generations to come.
This achievement reflects what truly inspires Kyla: helping people and communities thrive. During tough times throughout her career, she kept going by focusing on the difference her work could make and the people she was serving.
Lessons Learned, Wisdom Earned
Early in her career, Kyla misjudged the complexity of a transaction — an experience that taught her the invaluable lessons of planning, communication, and collaboration. That experience transformed how she approaches clients and tackles challenges today. “Putting people in charge of what they want is imperative,” she notes.
Her advice to clients reflects both her therapeutic background and her hard-won real estate wisdom: “Make your dreams and vision of your life a reality. Never ever give up on your goals. Stay in it to win it.”
Looking Forward
Currently, Kyla is expanding her reach in Sonoma County with a focus on connecting more buyers and sellers in the Russian River and Wine Country area through tailored marketing strategies and local expertise. She works primarily by referral, reflecting the trust and long-term relationships she’s built in the community.
Looking ahead, Kyla is excited to grow projects that protect the environment, build community, and help people thrive in their lives — in real estate and beyond. When clients work with her, they gain access to her extensive experience in investment and property management in the Russian River area, a trusted team of real estate and construction professionals, personalized marketing strategies designed specifically for their property and goals, and skilled negotiation to help achieve the best possible outcome.
For those seeking a real estate partner who combines twenty years of proven expertise with genuine care for people and community, Kyla Brooke offers something increasingly rare: a professional who sees beyond the transaction to the lives and dreams that lie within.
