About US
Real estate is personal. We never forget that.
Whether you’re buying your first home, preparing to sell a longtime one, or making a move tied to a major life transition, you deserve more than a transactional experience. We bring thoughtful strategy, strong advocacy, and real human support to every step of the process.
Our goal is simple: to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and the feeling that you truly have someone in your corner.
We serve buyers and sellers across Washington, DC and close-in Maryland, with especially deep roots in Takoma Park, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville, Hyattsville, College Park, Greenbelt, and Northwest DC.
Who we are.
How we operate.
How we operate.
The Katie Bocock Team of Compass is a full-service residential real estate group built around relationships, trust, and excellent service. We help buyers and sellers navigate important moves with care, market knowledge, and the resources of Compass behind us.
We believe real estate is at its best when it combines sharp strategy with genuine support. That means strong pricing and marketing guidance, clear communication, thoughtful problem-solving, and a deep commitment to helping clients feel informed and well looked after throughout the process.
How we operate.
How we operate.
How we operate.
No two clients — or moves — are exactly alike. Some people want more guidance and reassurance. Others want speed, precision, and efficiency. Most want both. We take the time to understand what matters most to our clients and tailor our approach accordingly.
Our style is hands-on, responsive, and relationship-driven. We combine local expertise, modern tools, strong negotiation, and start-to-finish support so that each client feels not only well represented, but genuinely cared for.
We are serious about results, but we never lose sight of the human side of the experience. Buying or selling a home is often tied to big life changes, and we consider it a privilege to help people through them well.
Where we work.
How we operate.
Where we work.
We work throughout Washington, DC and its Maryland suburbs, with particular strength in Takoma Park and other close-in communities where neighborhood knowledge, pricing nuance, and strong local relationships matter.
Our team regularly serves clients in Takoma Park, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville, Hyattsville, College Park, Greenbelt, and Northwest DC. We also support clients relocating into or out of the region through a trusted network of like-minded agents.
That broad footprint reflects the current page’s emphasis on Washington, DC and nearby Maryland suburbs, while giving Takoma Park a little more natural emphasis as your home base.
OUR TEAM (IS YOUR TEAM)
Katie Bocock
Katie Bocock
Katie Bocock
Katie Bocock is a trusted real estate advisor known for her warmth, judgment, and unwavering commitment to her clients. She brings deep local knowledge, strong strategic instincts, and a relationship-first approach to every transaction.
A lifelong Washingtonian who grew up in Cleveland Park, Katie has lived in Montgomery County since 2003 and has deep roots in the communities she serves. She lives in Takoma Park with her husband, two of their four sons, and their rescue dogs, Georgia and Coral.
Clients value Katie not only for her expertise, but for the way she shows up: calm, thoughtful, responsive, and deeply invested in helping people move forward well.
Piers Bocock
Katie Bocock
Katie Bocock
Piers Bocock brings energy, heart, and a thoughtful client-centered perspective to the team’s work. He is especially skilled at building relationships, helping clients feel at ease, and guiding people through the emotional and practical complexities of a move.
With a lifetime of knowledge of Washington and a 20-year background in international development consulting, Piers brings strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a broad perspective to real estate. He is especially attuned to what buyers and sellers need in moments of uncertainty: steady guidance, clear information, and someone who is truly in their corner.
Piers is passionate about community, service, and helping people find not just the right house, but the right fit for their lives.
Julia Baumberger
Julia Baumberger
Julia Baumberger
Julia Baumberger brings warmth, empathy, and a strong sense of home to her work with clients. Having lived in Takoma Park for more than a decade, she understands the character of the community and the many reasons people are drawn to it.
As a mom and homeowner, Julia knows how personal a home search can be. She brings a caring, grounded presence to the process and loves helping people find a place that truly fits their lives.
Mark Goodson
Julia Baumberger
Julia Baumberger
Mark Goodson has spent years serving a wide range of clients across the DC metro area and brings a calm, thoughtful, and encouraging presence to the team. His background as an educator, mentor, coach, homeowner, property manager, and journalist gives him a distinctive ability to help people feel informed, supported, and at ease.
Mark’s deep commitment to community and his patient, people-first temperament make him a natural fit for real estate and a valued member of the team.
Carter Nicholas
Julia Baumberger
Carter Nicholas
Carter Nicholas brings executive experience, strategic thinking, and a deep knowledge of Washington to the Katie Bocock Team. A lifelong Washingtonian who grew up in Georgetown, he offers clients strong market insight, analytical skill, and a client-focused approach.
With a background that includes leadership, entrepreneurship, and real estate-related ventures, Carter helps clients navigate the market with clarity and confidence.