San Mateo is home to 164 active real estate agents and 475 active real estate offices. There are 2 agents who are known for their trustworthiness, and 10 agents known for being pricing experts.
Over the past 12 months there have been 827 active and sold properties, with 14 reviews in total. This is a 4% decrease compared to the previous 12 months.
We'll Lionel a high rating in various areas i.e. prompt communication responses, behind the scene negotiation skills and as mentioned above, a consummate professional
Seller Review • 3 months ago

Selling my late father's home, when I've never purchased or sold property before, had me very stressed out. I was unsure what to do, scared about messing things up, and emotional about letting go of my childhood home. Then... along came Jeff. He came highly recommended and I can see why. From our very first phone call I felt my stress levels subside. The entire process was smooth, easy to understand, and he never once made me feel like a question I had was silly. Super warm, friendly, and a great communicator, Jeff's just an all-around nice guy to do business with. His team and collaborators were also efficient, competent, and friendly. I would happily work with Jeff again! Oh, and did I mention he got us NINE offers?! On an old fixer upper? My family was thrilled with the results, and thrilled with the stress-free process.
This is the second time I’ve had the pleasure of working with Sandra Fortayon on purchasing a home, and I honestly don't know how, but she managed to be even better than the first time! Her dedication to service is simply unmatched. Sandra isn't just a realtor; she is a master of detail. She paid meticulous attention to every single nuance of the process, truly ensuring every 't' was crossed and every 'i' was dotted. This attention to detail made what could be a stressful experience feel seamless and worry-free. Crucially, she made it her mission to ensure I got the home of my dreams. She made herself immediately available for every question I had, providing detailed answers and guidance whenever I needed it. That level of accessibility and care is incredibly rare and valuable. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned purchaser, I would recommend Sandra without a moment’s hesitation. She is, without a doubt, the best realtor in the Bay Area and beyond! I will never use another agent again. If you want results, personalized attention, and a true advocate in your corner, choose Sandra Fortayon.
96% of sellers reported being happy with their sale price in the last 12 months.
The median sales price for houses is down by 1% YoY making it a great time for buyers.
10 agents have earned the Price Expert badge - reflecting their ability to achieve a price that meets or exceeds their clients expectations.
Price and performance data by property type for San Mateo.
The median sale price for single-family properties in San Mateo is $2.07m, up 5% over the last 12 months. The number of single-family properties sold has decreased by 10% over the last 12 months.
San Mateo stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.
This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 5 reviews in San Mateo over the last 12 months.
Over the 12 months Compass have sold 268 properties, which accounts for 17% of the property sales in San Mateo. This is followed by KW Peninsula Estates with 142 property sales (9%) and Coldwell Banker Realty at 98 property sales (6%).

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