Selling real estate in San Francisco is a fast-paced and wonderfully fulfilling career! Few things are more exhilarating for me than seeing how happy a client is during a home purchase or sale and feeling satisfied, knowing I guided them through an important chapter in their lives. Here is one such story about a delightful couple expecting their first child and how I helped them land an off-market home in the Cole Valley neighborhood.
Who You Work With Matters
To ensure a smooth homebuying experience, the buyers and I carefully outlined their real estate goals, including the neighborhood(s) of choice, the preferred home style and layout, the ideal size, and the price range. We devised an action plan for when the perfect property came along, culled the available home inventory, and tag-teamed efforts to visit potential properties in person.
It's All About That Local Market Expertise
As the new year began, I got word of an exclusive off-market home in the Cole Valley neighborhood that looked like an excellent fit. The single-family residence was constructed in 1923. It features beautiful architectural elements, leafy Tank Hill and Sutro Forrest outlooks, and proximity to Cole Valley amenities and Golden Gate Park. Located on coveted Shrader Street, the home had the ideal open floor plan, public rooms anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, a garage with plenty of storage space for the growing family, a main level with two private bedrooms, a walkout deck that spans the width of the property, and a lower level with a third bedroom, a family room, and a full bath.
Justifiably, my clients were super excited when they saw the house. We collaborated intently on the offer strategy and submitted an immediate offer with solid terms.
Relationships In The Agent Community Matter
Given that the home was off-market, the seller was slightly hesitant as the property had yet to receive exposure. Fortunately, the seller's agent and I have a terrific rapport, strengthened by working together on three recent property sales and closings. Most importantly, there was a significant atmosphere of trust between my buyer clients, myself, and the seller's agent, making conversations and negotiations copacetic between all parties. After some back-and-forth and thoughtful negotiations, a deal was put together, and a contract was put in place!
A Happy New Begining
The clients are thrilled and grateful for the opportunity to land their ideal home at a great price in the charming Cole Valley community. They look forward to starting their new family in their lovely new home this spring.
*Additional details regarding this early 2024 off-market home sale will follow after closing escrow later this month.
MAKE A SMART MOVE IN 2024! Nearly 30% of my recent buyer-side transactions have been on off-market or pre-market properties like this one. Let me show you how I provide clients with a competitive advantage. |