About

John Townsend began his real estate career leasing and selling office property in San Francisco for Colliers International. While at Colliers, John was involved in $20 million in leasing and consulting for companies such as H&R Block and FTI Consulting. John also represented landlords, including Vornado Realty Trust and PMI Companies. He has overseen the marketing and leasing of nearly 350,000 square feet in downtown San Francisco. The exacting nature of commercial real estate taught John to demand of himself the highest level of professionalism—and he applies it to each of his client’s transactions. Whether he’s writing offers, creating a media campaign or preparing contracts, John verifies the necessary paperwork is put together correctly and on time. After a home is under contract, he remains in constant communication with the specialists required to close the deal—escrow and title companies, inspectors, lenders, and other agents. His persistence, patience, and consistency are just one reason why The Townsend Group has earned a reputation for excellence. John’s understanding of market analytics and trends complements the successful business that Cia Townsend built. He adds tangible statistics to Cia’s profound experience and market knowledge, and is able to translate an overwhelming amount of information into a comprehensive and personalized real estate strategy. He partners with the best interior decorators, painters and florists to ensure that the staging of a house is as detail-oriented as commercial real estate taught him to be. And he knows how to get the word out creatively—he understands people as well as he does the ever-shifting market. John can create detailed spreadsheets for you, but he’s just as likely to rely on instinct and experience when assess