Real Estate in San Francisco

“After finding the perfect Outer Sunset condo for us on Zillow, we had initially tried going with ShopProp but, as first time buyers, pretty quickly decided we needed a more hands-on approach. Connecting with Josh as a buyer's agent through Vivre Real Estate rapidly put us in a more comfortable and confident position. Josh was quick to follow up on all our questions and requests and walked us through the many important steps and considerations about the property and the transaction in a skilled and knowledgeable way. This was particularly important when developing our negotiation strategy. Josh walked us through the whole process, suggesting and explaining good bidding numbers as well as what documents to send in our offer. As expected, it was a nerve-racking process but, to our delight, our first offer was accepted and we really couldn't have done it without Josh's guidance. If you are interested in purchasing SF real estate, and want the transaction to go smoothly, we highly recommend Josh and Vivre Real Estate.“

“We had such a wonderful experience with our team at Kindred SF Homes! They represented us as sellers, and from our first meeting we trusted them to make the best decisions. They explained every step of the process to us. And once we placed things in their hands, they handled every detail efficiently and professionally. They helped us through both the emotional and practical aspects of selling. We were so pleased with how they marketed the home. And we were pleased with the result. I would definitely use them again. Highly recommend!“

“Janice is awesome! She is truly a local expert. Her knowledge of the local market is incredible. Any clients looking to relocate to the Bay area are always referred to Ms San Francisco :) if you need a local expert in the Bay Area contact Janice :)“

“We started our home buying journey knowing very little except for what we saw on zillow or redfin. Samantha made the entire process smooth and successful. From our very first meeting, she listened to our needs and wants in a home. She didn't waste any time and started sending us listings right away. We toured several houses and were pretty picky about what we were looking for. Yet, we managed to find a house that checked all the boxes we were looking for (and within our budget!). Samantha expertly guided us through the bidding process and in just 1 month we went from starting our house search to submitting a winning bid for our new home!! We know a big part of that success was Samantha's negotiation skills and knowledge of the local market. We are now thrilled to be homeowners, and we couldn't have done it without Samantha's expertise, constant communication, and positive attitude. If you're looking to buy a house in the San Francisco area, look no further than Samantha! We highly recommend her!“

“I had a wonderful 5-year experience living in a Lower Pacific Heights studio apartment managed by Tom Carpio/Founders Realty. It's in a relatively safe location that is within walking distance to Japantown and Trader Joe's/Target; I'm lucky to have called it my home during pharmacy school and my residency training. I appreciate that Tom's communication is always top-notch: He is prompt in responding to any inquiries or concerns the tenants may have. For example, we had an issue with packages being stolen from the front entrance area, so Tom and his team were prompt in ensuring the common door locks were changed. He also improved security in the apartment complex by installing multiple security cameras. Tom and the team always respected the tenants' privacy and let everyone know beforehand if they had to enter our units (to install updated fire alarms, for example). Tom also made the leasing process a stress-free experience. He was transparent about the lease terms and costs, and there were no hidden surprises. The unit was move-in ready and well maintained, as I never had any additional maintenance issues or repair needs (the only thing I had to replace was the lightbulbs). I couldn't be happier with Tom as my landlord: He is professional, responsive, and dedicated to his tenants. Please reach out to him if you are looking to rent a well-maintained property in San Francisco!“

“I worked closely with Leslie and her team to help our client close on their new Condo in San Francisco! She was on top of each deadline and showed her expertise within the Northern California real estate market. It was a pleasure working with Leslie!!“

“We can't say enough positive things about Lamisse and her team! After nearly 10 months of house hunting and countless losing offers, Lamisse helped us find and buy a single family home in our dream neighborhood, on a perfect, quiet street, within our (very modest, for SF) budget. Despite the long process, we never felt rushed or pressured in any way. Lamisse and her team were supportive and optimistic throughout the whole process. We've worked with other agents in the past, and found the experience to be like night and day. We genuinely felt that the Droubi team was invested in our success, and we wholeheartedly trusted their advice. I'll echo the sentiment of many other reviews--Lamisse is known and respected in the SF real estate market, and that is an enormous benefit to her clients. We would absolutely recommend working with the Droubi team.“

“It was a pleasure working with Dexter through this entire process. He helped my fiancé and I purchase our first home. It took a while, but we found it. He was very quick to answer any questions we had and followed up often. When we found the home we wanted, Dexter was on vacation overseas. Even though he was on vacation, Dexter was able to help us put in an offer and stayed in contact with us the entire time. He was there every step of the way. He goes above and beyond for his clients. We can not thank him enough.“

“I have no hesitation to recommend Nick to anyone who needs a real estate agent, especially in a complicated market like San Francisco.

To understand why I think so highly about Nick’s service, I need to briefly describe what he did for me. My property was under San Francisco City’s Second Loan Program (CLSP). After we had had our buyer and was going through the mandated 45-day review period, the City surprisingly exercised their Right of Refusal and interjected a second buyer who, after three weeks of twists and turns, only to withdraw her offer! Luckily, Nick was able to restart the contract with our original buyer; except by then, the buyer had issue with their loan. While all these seemly unbelievable events were happening, our HOA was proposing a sizable Special Assessment. Miraculously, Nick was able to deal with the city red tape, handled all the players from every side and still kept the deal going.

The sale finally went through, it took a few months, but I know it could be much much worse. During this long ordeal, he often pointed out the path forward when I was frustrated by the progress. I often wonder if we could have the property sold without Nick’s problem-solving ability and navigating through every turn of the events; his experience really shines through. All in all, he has done way above all expectations and demonstrated his integrity and professionalism through his service, even for a property of relatively low selling price. Thanks, Nick.“

“Nicole is such an amazing and attentive realtor! She goes above and beyond for her clients and I highly recommend her! If you are looking to buy or sell a home, Nicole is a great choice for a realtor!“

“We LOVE Mimi and consider her an essential part of our home buying and selling experience. We couldn't imagine working with anyone else. We recently sold a house with her and her ability to juggle all aspects of the undertaking were truly impressive. She guides effortlessly and listens to your every concern and question, which is one of my favorite things about her. I like to tell the story of meeting Mimi in 2002. We were first-time buyers going to open homes, but not yet set up with an agent. While touring a house that she was selling in the Sunnyside neighborhood we heard her talking to other buyers. I kept listening to her and at one point I turned to my partner and said "she should be our agent." And she was so patient with us during those early days! If you want a smooth journey with excellent results we 100% recommend Mimi.“

“As a RE broker in SF for 22 years, I highly recommend Steed. He's great with buyers and listings - just hand him the keys and let him do what he does. He has plenty of experience and really does a lot behind the scenes. His work ethic is above and beyond. You won't be disappointed. He's got the perfect amount of communications, rolls with the punches and has plenty of experience to figure out something new. What a wonderful person, talented real estate professional and just an all around contribution to everything he's involved in!“

“We recently worked with Christina Chung to purchase an apartment building in SF and I can say it was a really smooth process overall! She was organized, knowledgeable, friendly, and realistic. She helped us got an amazing price and throughout the escrow process, Christina also displayed diligence and transparent communication. She kept us updated at every stage, promptly addressing any concerns and ensuring that everything proceeded smoothly. The commitment she displayed and attention to detail gave us peace of mind during what can often be a stressful process. Christina’s professionalism, coupled with her warm and supportive demeanor, made the entire home-buying process a positive and memorable experience. She was not just our real estate agent but a trusted advisor and advocate. We are grateful for Christina’s hard work and dedication, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home in San Francisco. Thank you, Christina! You are the best!!!“

“When I first started looking for a new home six months ago, I dealt with five or so different realtors from a variety of different companies, all of whom I found pushy (most were super arrogant too). On a number of occasions I was acutely aware that they were more interested in their commission than in what my needs were. So I happily ditched all of them after meeting with Jason Hoffman of McGuire Real Estate's Noe Valley office. He's personable, trustworthy, ridiculously helpful, extraordinarily thorough with paperwork (he has a legal background so you know he's not missing any small print), gives consistently solid advice and never once lost his cool in the midst of me freaking out about something (which happened more than once...). He's polite and professional at all times, but will fight your corner very effectively when action needs taking. I couldn't have asked for a better realtor.“

“I have been renting from them for 3 years and they have not raised the rent. They get me my documents in an efficient manor. And have been easy to work with. They have an online portal to pay rent. They are pet friendly. They also let me pay my deposit initially by breaking it into 2 payments so it was more affordable and they seem like they genuinely care about their tenants. And work to improve the place by being prompt with any maintenance issue. And doing repairs and projects as needed. I found a great home in sf with their services !“

“Dan Hendel at the lakeside office is not just the epitome of professionalism but also has become a great friend. His personable and charming nature is evident in how he approaches real estate. Dan surpassed all expectations in selling my property, achieving a remarkable $250,000 above the asking price. Whether you are looking to sell your home or find your dream property, Dan is the agent you can trust. When Dan says 'let Hendel handle it,' rest assured, he will deliver on his promise."“

“George Goodwin Realty manages my Father'sProperties. They do an excellent job. Everything is documented. They are always available to address any property owner concerns.“

“Bonnie & her team are AMAZING! If I could give her 10 stars, I would. She helped us sell our mother's house which was in bad shape from years of neglect. My parents had not updated the house for 30 years, it needed a new roof, things were falling apart and it was definitely a "contractor's special." We agreed to sell it as is, but even then, it needed work before we could put it on the market. Bonnie & her team introduced us to all the right contractors to get the house ready for sale. She kept us on track, making sure we kept on top of things to keep the projects moving.

After getting a new roof, having the house deep cleaned, and the windows sparkling, Bonnie created a video which fostered excitement. Bonnie gave us great advice as to pricing the house. Even before the house officially listed, we got preemptive offers. While I've bought a house, I've never sold a house and Bonnie held my hand through the process. She responded quickly to texts, calls, emails and happily explained things to me.

While she is known as a Victorian specialist, what she is to me is an expert and an ultimate professional. We had one showing and we received multiple offers over asking. Bonnie went over the offers with me, pointing out what made some offers better than others. I took her advice and we closed in 10 days without a hitch. I couldn't believe how fast it all happened. I am so glad she was our realtor and I definitely, unequivocally recommend Bonnie.“