City Real Estate - San Francisco, California

Luca Tavazzani

We just bought our first dream home and can confidently say this wouldn’t have been possible without David. His reputation, experience, knowledge, and empathy were essential.

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming and confusing for anyone; for us, recently moving from Europe to a market as crazy as San Francisco, it felt nearly impossible. David was instrumental in guiding us, without ever putting any pressure, to ultimately buy a home with full confidence, and at a ridiculous speed (less than a week from first viewing to offer!).

David has several important qualities that we really appreciated throughout the whole process. Above all, we valued his patience, respect, and willingness to understand what was really important to us. He went beyond the ‘core home specs’ of price/size/rooms but really sought to understand the life we wanted to create in our future home. This also meant being creative, thinking outside the box, and showing us options that challenged our ‘inexperienced’ views, which we greatly valued because we identified priorities we had initially overlooked. As an SF native, he helped us think beyond the right home and about the right location in terms of proximity to schools, parks, and other amenities critical to living happily when potentially buying a home.

Another rare quality that we really appreciated is his honesty when assessing a home. It’s natural for homebuyers (especially first-time) to sometimes think irrationally or emotionally, whether getting too attached to some random home feature (not important at all in hindsight) or wanting to make rushed decisions out of frustration. In all these situations, David’s extensive experience in the SF market and working with many clients like us proved critical. He was always upfront and gave honest assessments of whether a place was a good fit or not, not just in the ‘now’, but in the long term.

One key quality we didn’t fully appreciate until it mattered was David's reputation in the real estate industry and among other agents. Mention David at any viewing or to any seller’s agent, and everyone has only positive experiences to share. This is critical because, in a competitive market, finding the right home isn’t the only challenge; winning in a likely bidding situation is the real hurdle. That’s where relationships matter, and David’s reputation as a trustworthy, honest, and high-quality realtor makes all the difference.

Shout out also to David’s team, who were available 24/7 for anything, be it a last-minute viewing or digging through disclosures late into the night. In fact, the team’s value goes beyond purchasing a home. They support any post-home need you can ever imagine - from connecting us to insurance brokers, utilities, and financial institutions, to literally any specialist or tradesman you might need.

We couldn’t recommend David and his team more. He’s an incredible agent and an amazing person. Thank you!

Kunal Shah

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!!

Abby Jeffords

I have had the pleasure of working with Courtney and Connor twice now. First to purchase my first place and more recently to sell that place and purchase a new one. I worked mostly with Courtney for both transactions and both experiences were amazing. Courtney is extremely knowledgeable about the process and all of the nitty gritty and nuances of the Bay Area's complex real estate market. She made me think of things I never would have and boiled down the complexities, and I became a much more informed buyer in the end. She also somehow made the whole process relaxing. Not entirely stress free, of course, but I always felt confident that things were going the way they should and that she was absolutely on top of everything. I would recommend Courtney and Connor to virtually anyone looking to sell or buy in the Bay Area.

Margaret Hathaway

As first time home buyers, the process for buying a home can feel overwhelming and confusing. When working with Jamie, neither of these 2 things were true. Not only was Jamie very patient helping us find the right home, but he really hustled for us during a quick offer and closing process. His helped us prioritize our home requirements with his extensive n knowledge of San Francisco real estate and his kind demeanor made it easy to work with him during stressful times. It was clear that he wanted the best outcomes for us, so we could get the home of our dreams, and we did!

Luomei Lyu

From the moment I connected with him, Jamie demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, kindness, and efficiency that truly set him apart. Jamie's responsiveness to my inquiries was impressive; he consistently addressed my questions promptly and thoroughly. His genuine compassion and dedication to understanding my needs made the entire home-buying process remarkably smooth and stress-free. One of Jamie's standout qualities is his remarkable ability to identify housing options that perfectly aligned with my preferences and requirements. His keen eye for detail and deep understanding of the market allowed us to find the ideal property within a remarkably short timeframe – just one week from our initial meeting. Jamie's expertise and efficiency were instrumental in making this process as swift as it was successful. What truly sets Jamie apart is his commitment to going above and beyond for his clients. Not only did he facilitate the entire transaction seamlessly, but he also took the initiative to ensure the new home was in pristine condition. Jamie went the extra mile by covering the cost of a housing warranty, demonstrating his dedication to the long-term satisfaction and security of his clients. In a gesture that truly touched my heart, Jamie even presented us with a thoughtful gift that added a warm, personal touch to our new home. His attention to detail and genuine care for his clients make him not just a realtor, but a true partner in the home-buying journey. Jamie is a consummate professional who possesses a rare combination of expertise, efficiency, and genuine empathy. I wholeheartedly recommend Jamie to anyone seeking a real estate agent who not only meets but exceeds expectations. Working with Jamie was a pleasure, and I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional service he provided throughout the entire process.

Steven Piccus

David, Ron and the entire team at City Real Estate did an exceptional job renovating, staging, marketing and selling our property in Pacific Heights. Highly recommended!

Nadene Russell

Courtney and Connor are second to none! They listened to our needs and made feasible suggestions to enhance the condo prior to listing. Their expertise helped to price the condo to sell. The whole process from listing to closing took just a few months!!! Communication throughout the whole process was responsive as well as clear. Closing was easy with Courtney and Connor at the helm!

Courtney Lyles

David, Michael, and team at City are truly the best. The utmost of kindness and professionalism combined with going the extra mile for both buying and selling a home. I’ve worked with them twice now, and I am continually impressed with their knowledge, execution, attention to detail, and results. Would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for real estate support in SF!