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Dawn Watson

Dawn Watson is the NUMBER ONE agent in the Hamptons, as ranked by sales transactions in 2024, and top 1% RealTrends Verified agents in the US.
 
The leader of the Hamptons Home Team at Serhant, Dawn is a Hamptons expert whose insider knowledge of the real estate market and the East End is unparalleled. She is a respected community leader and a valuable resource to clients and colleagues, and she is highly regarded for her keen insights, extensive network, and generosity as an opportunity creator.
 
Everyone who works with Dawn is quick to note her kindness, compassion, and positive influence. She is responsive and emotionally attuned to her client's needs, and her patience and professionalism throughout the buying and selling process ensure her clients feel supported and in control. Most of all, she takes her fiduciary responsibility quite seriously and only acts in her client's best interests. Her large base of referrals and repeat customers speak to the quality of her service and ability to get results.
 
A veteran journalist, editor, and public relations guru whose work has built some of the biggest brands in the Hamptons, North Fork, and Long Island real estate, Dawn is a pro at creating and attracting the right kind of exposure. She was recruited by a premier brokerage for her marketing and PR skills, and she has held roles in management and as a broker on one of the area's top-producing teams. She also has experience training agents on media outreach, attracting exposure, and developing smart practices for growing their businesses.
 
Dawn is the creator behind the popular website Hamptons Party Girl and is the Editor at Large for Hamptons Real Estate Showcase, an East End-based real estate magazine. She serves as a board member for Inspiration Plus, is a longtime committee member of the East Hampton Library's Authors Night fundraiser, consults with i-tri and SOFO, and supports several other local non-profit organizations. She is an avid golfer, skier, reader, writer, and children's book author.
 
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What Dawn Watson's Clients Say

Dawn Watson, aka Queen of the Hamptons and Serhant real estate rock star!

Nancy S.

Dawn Watson is a real estate wonder woman! Nobody else compares.

Mike D.

To Dawn, the best realtor on the planet!

Nicky A.

It was your experience and hard work that kept this deal together and brought it to closing. What a pleasure to work with you.

Joe P.

Wife is really happy! Thanks for finding us the perfect summer house!!

Kevin L.

Dawn Watson was instrumental in getting fantastic results for the sale of our East Hampton cottage. She was also careful and mindful that this was an emotional sale for me as it was my childhood home and really supported me along the way. Dawn's expertise from having worked as an administrator, her skill as a professional writer, and her immense number of contacts from all walks of li...

Morgan V.

I struggled when it was time to sell my home of many years, resisting it and feeling worse and worse. then a friend said "l have the perfect person who can see you through"-- well, Dawn Watson did that and far more! she's exceptional in every way; honest, compassionate, kind, patient, and remarkably supportive. and yet her skill, expertise, contacts, and consistent commitment to going...

Juana M.

Dawn Watson is an outstanding professional that has consistently demonstrated a meticulous attention to detail, deep industry expertise in the real estate field, and a special personal touch that has instilled the utmost confidence and fidelity in her clients. Dawn is a shining example of what a quality real estate experience should be, and is, when working with her.

Ryan C.

When I met Dawn, she was the agent for the seller of the home I was buying. I instantly connected with her. She's kind, efficient, reasonable, and a master at marketing, I discovered! She was a perfect fit to sell my home, which she did in one day! I highly recommend Dawn to assist with any real estate needs. She cares about you AND the process.

Lori N.

Dawn helped my wife and me successfully find and close on a home we loved in a challenging market. And honestly, it was stress-free and fun the entire time with her. She was proactive, responsible, capable, knowledgeable, and really just so easy to work with. It was clear from the first time we met her that she was on our side and would be our best advocate. No question, if we decide ...

Alec R.

Dawn Watson took over a listing for a very particular house, which needed work and had historical significance. She worked incredibly hard, and managed to find a buyer quickly. She was wonderful to work with, knowledgeable of the area and has lived here for years. She is also quick to respond with compassion, care and professionalism. I can't think of a better realtor!

Bridget L.

Working with Dawn was a wonderful experience. She was so unbelievably patient. Was always there for appointments and questions. It made house hunting fun! She was very knowledge about the area and surrounding areas. We still feel we can call upon her with questions.

Billy R.

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