Colleen highly publicized our property sale, and it paid off. Bids were higher than we expected and the sale went through seamlessly. We would definitely use her again. read more

I can not recommend Colleen and her team enough! I noticed Colleen's professionalism when I bought my place and she was the seller's broker. A few years later when I decided to sell, I asked Colleen to help. By the time, I already moved away from SF and remote managing a property selling in the middle of the pandemic had proven to be very challenging. But Colleen and her team went above and beyond to help me in every way so I didn't have to travel across the country during 2021. The market didn't work in our favor in 2021, and we tried again in 2022. Thanks to Colleen and her team (especially Zoe!), we managed to sell at a favorable price and closed properly. I seriously won't have been able to sell remotely without Colleen and her team! And selling at a good price and good timing!! From cleaning up, remaking the gardening details, getting rid of old stuff I left behind (w/o knowing that I wouldn't go back and had to sell the place later on), stagging, pricing, marketing, showing, negotiating on my behalf, strategizing with me, regularly feeding me updates, etc, Colleen only has the highest quality bar, deep market understanding, and the best execution team. They even made trips to my condo to help me with remote furniture sale and advised me on some HOA compilation. Colleen is the PRO who you can TRUST. I really couldn't have asked for a better broker team than Colleen and her team (thank you Zoe too!)!!! And Colleen felt more like a friend than a commercial broker. Thank you for everything!! read more

Colleen and her team deliver excellent service to not only her clients but power partners as well. I am beyond impressed with her attention to detail from beginning to end. Colleen prioritizes client care and executes on the needs of her clients flawlessly. Her local knowledge and experience in San Francisco helps both buyers and sellers feel confident as they purchase or sell their home. I highly recommend Colleen Cotter as your go-to agent in San Francisco! read more

Colleen, Rebecca and the rest of the team are incredibly on top of their game and exceeded all of our expectations when we sold our home. They are excellent with communication, listening to our needs, and guided us through the entire process with ease. I highly recommend them read more

When working with Colleen you are working with a true professional. After being introduced by a mutual client, we have worked together on many successful transactions. I highly recommend Colleen and her team! read more

Colleen is hands-down the best realtor in San Francisco. We've worked with Colleen for 6 years and she has represented us both as buyers and sellers, and we have been blown away by the service she delivers and the expertise she brings. We have referred many friends and family members to her who also all hand tremendous experiences with her and her team. In my opinion, 3 things set Colleen apart from other SF agents: 1) she is extremely trustworthy. Colleen talked us out of writing offers on a few homes because she was confident we would find better value and a better fit for our needs, and she was right; 2) Colleen is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of real estate. She has an incredible network (whether you need an architect, designer or handyman) and she always has her finger on the pulse. 3) Colleen is a consummate professional. She works extremely hard, her communication is excellent, and she holds herself to an extremely high bar. And on top of it all, she's kind and very easy to get along with. I really do think she is a 1 in a million agent. read more

My boyfriend and I took 4 months off to travel the world - and then 3 days before I went back to work, I found myself unexpectedly having to decide if I wanted to sell my house or rent it out. Yah, I know, #FirstWorldProblems It was the first (and currently the only) house that I have ever owned, so I didn't know anything about selling a house. And selling one wasn't even on my radar, so I knew absolutely nothing about the process. Additionally, I was/am emotionally attached to that house, and I didn't just want to sell it to just anyone one - I wanted to sell it to the right buyer. Anyhoo, I wanted to talk to a real estate agent that would give me advice that I could trust - and one that wouldn't just refer me straight to a therapist. Colleen was recommended by a friend, who had bought their first house with her and then years later sold that house and purchased their second one with her help. After hearing my whole story, she gave me very honest advice to sell and didn't (and still hasn't) pressure me to do a quick turn around to buy into another property. Colleen and her team, including Rebecca Stack, have strong relationships within the industry, they know the SF real estate market so well, and they are amazing communicators (sending regular updates and quick to respond). So, while my head was reeling with being back at work and couldn't handle the chaos of selling a home, they eased my stress by being on top of everything. I was, without hesitation, able to fully to rely on their advice to get the best buyer for my home. The sale of my house ended up being quick and painless. Colleen found a buyer who didn't want to tear down my house to build an apartment complex on the land. And, I now can sleep well at night, knowing that the new buyer may end up loving that house as much as I did! Colleen is great to work with, and I can't recommend her enough! I look forward to working with her again. read more

Colleen and her team are absolutely wonderful. Their market knowledge, quick responses, and ability to think outside the box with their phenomenal marketing really sets them apart. read more

Colleen Cotter is about as top notch of a Real estate agent as one can get. She's Incredibly easy to work and she absolutely knows her business and she can get it all done while everyone involved has a smile on their face. Most importantly, she treats everyone with respect and has THE highest standard of ethics. I truly love working with Colleen Cotter! read more

As first time sellers in San Francisco, we needed someone who understood the inner-workings of the market and sales season. We chose Colleen and Rebecca for good reason. They are reliable, experienced, well-connected, and thoughtful. Colleen and Rebecca worked with us to get our home tastefully ready for market, paying attention to our budget, our schedule, and our personal needs. For example, they helped us secure a beautiful staging service for a price in our comfort zone. With our four children taken into consideration, they showed excellent interpersonal skills - making sure the experience would be positive for all parties involved. They wisely coached us through the offering process. Our final result was top dollar with no contingencies - a credit to the important preparation they had put into our home before listing it. Throughout the process I trusted them to represent our family and our home cleanly, confidently, and professionally. They have stayed in touch with us long past our sale - acting as our cheerleaders as we purchased our new home outside the city. I truly appreciate all the personal touches they have provided (ex: art kits for our children, flowers for our new home) to show their care and enthusiasm. read more

Colleen is wonderful! She has keen insight on the San Francisco real estate market and, being an SF native, knows about all the nooks and crannies and upcoming neighborhoods in the city. What I also find impressive, is that Colleen has very strong relationships with many people in the industry which makes every part of a potentially stressful process seamless. Most important to me, Colleen really listens to what her clients want and works tirelessly to find the right property-Colleen won't waste your time. Plus, she's a fierce and creative negotiator, which is invaluable in the current market, but also ensures that you feel confident in your purchase. Finally, Colleen is a joy to work with! She is always responsive to her clients and I appreciate that she's honest-whether the information is positive or negative; you will always get a straight, honest answer from Colleen. Colleen is the only agent I'll use in SF and I can't recommend her highly enough. read more

I recently referred a good friend of mine to Colleen and her associates and she had nothing but wonderful things to say about them. She is well connected in the Bay Area and definitely someone you need to know. I highly recommend her as an agent and will most certainly use her on my next purchase. read more

Colleen and her team are amazing! I'm an agent in Marin County and I refer all of my clients selling or buying in SF to her team. She's knowledgeable, professional, very experienced and (just as importantly) incredibly empathetic to the stresses involved in real estate transactions. I recently referred very close friends and felt they couldn't be in better hands. Colleen gave 110% throughout the process, from directing painters and stagers during market prep. to negotiating an over-asking. I highly recommend Colleen and her team. read more

I have been working with Colleen for over a year now and I would highly recommend her and her team for all of your real estate needs. Colleen's professionalism and commitment to her clients is exquisite. She has a wonderful understanding of the local market and is knowledgeable in all aspects of her job. Not to mention, her dedication and commitment to going above and beyond expectations is rare in today's work environment. Expect the best from Colleen, as she will over deliver! read more

Colleen, Rebecca and their team are the reason I was able to buy the house of my dreams. No question. In addition to helping me sell my current home (easiest thing ever, honestly, bc of them), Colleen and Rebecca found me the perfect home, got me in early for a viewing, worked with my challenging travel schedule, helped me write a pre-emptive offer, negotiated, coached, found me the best banking and closing and appraisal partners, and closed my house in unbelievable fashion. Each one of these steps had many possible times when we could have failed, but this team was fantastic. I could not have been happier, and this was even an enjoyable experience if you can believe it. I miss our regular chats and meetups now! read more

We have had the great pleasure of working with Colleen for when we bought our first home and then when we just sold it. In the competitive SF housing market, Colleen was remarkable. She is first and foremost honest and trustworthy. She never made promises she couldn't keep, she went to great lengths to get us the best deals and was fierce and loyal through all of it. She is also a great listener and really took to heart our wants and wishes and expectations. She is always on time and she responded immediately to all questions and concerns. Colleen and Rebecca took care of little fixes like beeping smoke alarms, their talented crew fixed up our house beautifully to sell and her stager was impeccable. Colleen and her colleagues know the pulse of the market and prices so well, you can trust that they will make great decisions with you. Working with her was also really easy and comfortable. She is not overwhelming or blazingly pushy, she is strong and works productively, quickly and reaches for the stars. We strongly recommend Colleen to buy, sell or rent your home. There wasn't a hiccup or a hurdle that she can't take care of extremely well. Choose an agent that is working for you, not trying to make their company quota...Colleen had our best interest in every step we took. read more

Colleen & co. are amazing. Simply amazing. I've sent many buyers from Chicago to SF, and they have been so impressed with Colleen's services. On the listing side, Colleen's marketing is unmatched (by anyone in Chi or SF!). I would highly recommend Colleen Cotter and her team for any real estate needs, whether you're buying or selling. 5 out of 5 out of 5. read more

I have had the pleasure of working with Colleen Cotter on many different projects. As a general contractor in San Francisco, I often have new buildings and properties that I need sold, and there is no one I trust more than Colleen Cotter to get the job done. She is an expert in her field and is extremely organized making the whole process seamless from beginning to end. When working with Colleen you don't just feel as though she is just an acquaintance but rather a trustworthy friend who looks out for your best interests. Overall, I only have wonderful experiences working with Colleen and I would highly recommend contacting her for any of your real estate needs. read more

I am so happy that Colleen and company fell into our lap from a referral from a friend's agent down in San Jose. She's very reputable so she had a lot to live up to after burning through two agents who were either in over their head or completely complacent with how good business has been. We had been searching for 2 years. Unlike the rest of the buyers, we are not millionaires with the ability to overbid on places by $300k. Colleen and I had a very realistic conversation to start and she stayed optimistic while not blowing smoke. She suggested a lot of different options, most which I heard, but the few I didn't was the key. That's the difference between someone who knows the market and is an expert vs. the one who sits back and reaps all the benefits of a sellers market. Long story short, Colleen and Gretchen were more than accommodating with all of our millions of questions and inquiries. They were there when we wanted to check places out, spoke to agents, dug into past histories and were just really knowledgeable about San Francisco in general. Can't thank them enough for getting my family of four out of our 1.5 bedroom apt on the 4 fourth floor to a place we'll be able to call home for a long time. If you don't have an agent or are looking for one that actually knows what they're doing, these are your people. read more

My husband and I were referred to Colleen from a friend who had nothing but good things to say about her. We were not disappointed! Colleen and her team are incredibly knowledgeable, professional, warm and appreciative. No property it too small or too large for them. Although they discussed everything with us before doing anything we knew we were in good hands and could trust their judgement. They have a team that can handle everything you need to sell a house (painter, handyman, hardwood floors person, stager, etc.). They were able to do everything beautifully but in a very cost conscious way. We never felt we were being gouged and knew we could trust them 100%! We sold our house for much more through her guidance and experience. I would 1000% refer Colleen Cotter. read more

Colleen is the most savvy, energetic, and brilliant agent in San Francisco! She has her finger on the pulse of the San Francisco real estate market, and she knows the city in and out, front and back. For her, the relationship with her clients is more important to her than the sale, and that's what makes anyone in sales the best at what they do. Her connections in San Francisco are endless, and she has access to what others don't. I look forward to doing more business with Colleen in the future, and she is my most trusted source for all things real estate; in San Francisco, and the entire Bay Area! read more

Colleen is exceptionally knowledgeable about the San Francisco market. As a fellow native, I knew I could trust her expertise as it comes from years of experience in this ever-changing city of ours. She really listened to what we wanted and made the entire process as stress free as possible. She is a true professional. Thanks, Colleen! read more

Colleen is your "go-to" person for all things real estate in San Francisco. I am an agent down in Beverly Hills, and I refer all my clients looking to buy or sell in SF, to Colleen. I have also referred other agents all across the country to her, when they ask me for a referral in SF. Colleen is by far my best referral partner, and I love sharing referral business back and forth with her. In addition to being an amazing real estate agent, she is also an amazing person who truly cares about people and her clients. You are in the best hands with Colleen. read more

I am pleased to give a review to Colleen. I have known her for many years as an acquaintance and business client and have always marveled at how conscientious, steadfast, exacting, and committed to her career she is. She is one of those people who goes the extra mile, always gives more than she is expected to do, and upholds her responsibilities with integrity and honorable principles. She has been a top producer in the competitive San Francisco real estate market for 8 years, and that reputation has been maintained because of her boundless energy, intelligence, and careful attention to details to bring about sales in the most expeditious manner. She is one who definitely belongs in the Winner's Circle. read more

1st time homebuyer, Colleen really helped me through the process. Some of her specific strengths include: * She's very well known and well connected in the industry. This helps in buying off market properties and it meant most of time the seller's agent already knew her. * She's very active in the SF market and knowledgable about pricing properties based on comps, and in deciding which comps actually apply. * She's knows each of the neighborhoods very well and was able to point out specific advantages, local hot spots, restaurants... for pretty much every area we looked at. * She also was good at pointing out issues with potential properties or area and helped me avoid some very bad deals I would have taken otherwise. Both by pointing out contractual issues and by ensuring I had direct access to great inspectors, etc. * She's also a lovely person and I had fun working with her. read more

I have worked with Colleen for many years now, she is one of the best in the biz. Super responsive, on top of things and knows her stuff. When it comes to real estate in San Francisco, it is important to have someone on your team, someone that is on your side, your advocate, one who truly cares about your needs, wants and desires. Colleen is that person, a true dynamo. I know when she is involved in a transaction the job gets done! read more

I recently worked with Colleen and her team to purchase my first home in San Francisco - I couldn't have asked for a better experience! From start to finish Colleen was there to guide me through the (somewhat daunting) process. I got Colleen's contact information from a friend and reached out to her. She responded almost immediately and was sending me homes to look at online before we even formally met! This was a refreshing experience after talking with a couple other realtors. I felt like she was really trying to get me started on the right foot straightaway. I also felt as though she was really trying to understand my wants and needs in a home, she truly listened and responded accordingly. I, of course, fell in love with a home that was perfect save for the fact that I figured it would end up being far out of my price range in this crazy SF real estate market. This is where Colleen's superior knowledge of market conditions along with her excellent negotiating skills came in and saved the day. Colleen was able to work out a deal with the seller's agent quickly that worked for both me and the seller - I really couldn't have asked for a better outcome. Colleen and her team were there for me throughout the entire escrow process as well, never more than a text/email/phone call away! I always felt in the loop and confident that they were working to get the deal done as quickly and painlessly as possible. Lastly, Colleen is just generally an awesome person! I was so excited when I found my place but also a bit sad that I wouldn't get to hang with Colleen and her team! Don't worry though they have all made a point of staying in contact, some seriously great people! Thanks Colleen! read more

I was introduced to Colleen by a friend who worked with her in the past. Selling my home was stressful enough. But also having only 45 days to identify a new place for a 1031 exchange in San Francisco added to the stress. She was there every step of the way and made sure I was as well. Every time I would call with a question, she was one step ahead and already had everything rolling. I was so nervous that I would be unable to find a place that I'd be happy with in such a short time frame. Colleen spent time wanting to understand what was important to me and I always felt like she was working to find me a home and not just sell me property. Well, I have to say, I could not be happier with the home she found and everything went like clockwork. Words cannot describe how wonderful it was to work with Colleen. I would highly recommend Colleen to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. read more

A friend referred us to Colleen and Gretchen and we have since referred them to multiple other friends. They are pros and were an invaluable resource for us in navigating the SF real estate market for the first time. Here are all the areas where we benefited from their expertise: narrowing down our target profile to focus on the fundamentals that really mattered to us; getting the scoop on too-good-to-be-true listings instead of wasting time on dead ends; asking the right questions on tours and open houses; making a strong enough offer to win a competitive deal; validating the essential aspects of a hefty disclosures packet; getting through the close process at breakneck speed; and connecting us to other high-quality service providers (mortgage broker, insurance agent, contractors). They are responsive, calm, and experienced, which helped inspire confidence during an otherwise daunting process. They also know when to be aggressive in the right ways, which is important in such a tight market. We were grateful to have them on our side and will continue to recommend them. read more

Colleen and our team have been doing business together for many years. She is my go-to San Francisco real estate agent. Colleen maintains strong and valuable relationships in the industry, which I believe is only one small factor of her success. Her knowledge of the market in not only San Francisco, but surrounding cities has been a benefit of working together. Over the years, Colleen and I have learned from one another and i value her professionalism. As a Peninsula and Silicon Valley real estate agent, I refer all potential buyers or sellers in San Francisco to Colleen with no hesitation. She is quick to respond, gives each client 200% of her time, and will go above and beyond to make each transaction a smooth and stress-free experience is why she is San Francisco's #1 Agent! read more

Colleen is one of the most knowledgeable, passionate, and professional realtors I have ever come across. I have recommended her to a few of my friends and she has simply worked miracles. She consistently goes above and beyond to find exactly what her clients are looking for. We all know how challenging the SF real estate market can be. Colleen makes the process as seamless as possible from beginning to end. She is truly one of the best in the business. read more

I've known quite a few real estate agents over the years and Colleen is hands down the best. She is honest and real, but also sharp and savvy...truly the perfect combination of qualities you want in someone who represents you. I've debated back and forth about selling my place and Colleen is always open to brainstorm with me, she sends me the latest sales comparables and always gives me her honest opinion - even if it means telling me not to sell. She is so knowledgable about the market and has amazing resources to help with anything from staging to doing a small upgrade before putting your place on the market. Most importantly, she is responsive, polite, kind, smart and cares about her clients. Colleen is one of the most thoughtful people I know and I refer everyone to her as she is, simply exceptional with an added bonus that she is actually from San Francisco so she knows the market from a professional and personal standpoint. read more

I cannot recommend Colleen highly enough. She was amazing to work with. Knowledgable, creative and emotionally aware, she knows how to navigate the ambiguous waters of San Francisco real estate keeping everyone happy, informed and satisfied. When we were selling and buying in San Francisco she was 100% in it with us from day one. She's a true people person and a deft negotiator who knows that the best deals work out when everybody wins. We benefitted from her professional expertise and connections. It was an absolute pleasure to work with her and she is really the only real estate professional I can imagine working with in the future. read more

Colleen Cotter is the consummate professional in this very competitive Bay Area Real Estate market. Colleen and her team are deeply rooted in the San Francisco market and surrounding area and her impressive database of business partners and referral partners ensure she is well equipped to assist anybody from families looking for their forever home to Real Estate investors seeking out new investment opportunities. I am constantly impressed with Colleen's attention to detail and focus during each transaction. Whether representing the seller or buyer, any client of Colleen can rest assured that with her well-honed negotiation skills are getting the deal done at the right price. This is evidenced by Colleen consistently being ranked in the top 1% of San Francisco agents and has earned her unquestionable respect within the industry and amongst her peers. I have also witnessed firsthand Colleen's commitment and desire to help her community with numerous programs and opportunities to roll her sleeves up and give back and assist those in need. If you are buying or selling, or just looking for advice for future opportunities you need to align yourself with Colleen and her team. read more