Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in San Leandro, CA

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    Jon Foster profile picture
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    Jon Foster

    eXp Realty

    22 Years of experience

    364+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.11%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $1.3B

    All-Time Sales

    $650K - $5M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Danielle Keil

    Keller Williams Castro Valley

    27 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.76%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $236.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $640K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Matt Wilhite

    Vetted Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.97%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $219.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $600K - $2.8M

    Price Range

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    Max Devries

    Intero Real Estate Services

    23 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.84%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $425.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jon Ahern

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    33 Years of experience

    131+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.05%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $1.11B

    All-Time Sales

    $750K - $4.9M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Les Belliveau

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    38 Years of experience

    55+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.46%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $724.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $630K - $3M

    Price Range

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    Shannon Kelly

    Abio Properties

    26 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.22%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $124.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $640K - $1.8M

    Price Range

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    Douglas Korb

    RE/Max Accord

    37 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.32%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $33.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $660K - $1.7M

    Price Range

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    Daniel Ripper

    Compass

    17 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.76%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $190.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alessandra Imanabadi

    Nationwide Fine Homes

    23 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.19%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $36.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $630K - $2M

    Price Range

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    Patty Tovar

    Everhome Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.62%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $44.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $560K - $2.9M

    Price Range

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    Debbie Burness

    Debbie Burness - COMPASS

    42 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.95%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $142.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $4.2M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ricardo Velazco

    Compass

    21 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.95%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $164.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $3.9M

    Price Range

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    Deeana Owens

    Owens Real Estate Inc.

    21 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.95%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $66.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $6M

    Price Range

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    AJ Del Rosario

    Kollab Real Estate

    6 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.95%

    in San Leandro, CA

    $77.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $910K - $6.3M

    Price Range

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    Craig Ackerman

    Compass

    23 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $728.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $1M - $4.5M

    Price Range

    557

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Karen Gustafson

    Realty ONE Group Gold

    21 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $45.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    153

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    Do Top San Leandro Agents Sell Faster?

    The 17 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in San Leandro sell in a median of 15 days, compared with the San Leandro market median of 17 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents15 days
    San Leandro market17 days

    About 2 days faster (12% quicker than the San Leandro market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked San Leandro agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the San Leandro market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in San Leandro?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in San Leandro sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    27Jan26Feb14Mar17Apr16May15Jun23Jul19Aug18Sep16Oct24Nov20Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    17 days

    Typical time on market

    106.2%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of San Leandro, CA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.

    Home Values by Neighborhood in San Leandro

    Median home values across San Leandro, CA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Bay-O-Vista

    +83% over 5 years

    $1.25M

    Heron Bay-Marina Vista

    +70% over 5 years

    $1.12M

    Estudiollo Estates

    +79% over 5 years

    $1.09M

    Floresta Gardens

    +87% over 5 years

    $887K

    Bonaire

    +81% over 5 years

    $885K

    Halcyon Foothill

    +89% over 5 years

    $857K

    Downtown

    +92% over 5 years

    $820K

    Eastshore

    +85% over 5 years

    $817K

    Marina Faire

    +85% over 5 years

    $815K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for San Leandro Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a market where sellers currently hold measurable leverage, though the picture is more nuanced than a single number suggests. With 63.9% of homes selling above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio of 105.90%, buyers in San Leandro are frequently competing past the asking figure. The 1.8 months of supply confirms a tight inventory environment, and 52.2% of listings leave the market within two weeks, signaling that well-positioned homes move quickly. Against this, 35.9% of listings recorded a price reduction, a reminder that overpriced homes still stall even in a competitive market.

    For a buyer, this combination means preparation matters more than patience. On desirable homes in areas like Bay-O-Vista or Estudiollo Estates, coming in at or above list with clean terms is often necessary, while properties that have sat past the median 17 days may present room to negotiate. The median sale price of $915,000 moved +4.6% year over year, so anchoring offers to recent comparable sales rather than list price is essential.

    For a seller, the data argues for disciplined, accurate pricing from day one. The share of price drops shows that aspirational pricing backfires, whereas homes priced to the $562.851 per square foot benchmark tend to draw the multiple-offer activity reflected in the above-list statistics. With 36 homes sold monthly against 64 active listings, positioning is everything. Across San Leandro's roughly 925 licensed agents, the right representation is what separates a home that clears in two weeks from one that lingers.

    What San Leandro Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in San Leandro goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in San Leandro
    $251,000
    Median home price$915,000
    Down payment (20%)$183,000
    Loan amount$732,000
    Monthly payment (PITI)$5,856

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of July 30, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    San Leandro Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 17 days
    Sale-to-List Price 105.90%
    Price Trend (YoY) +4.6%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $5,856
    Principal & Interest
    $4,704
    Property Taxes
    $877
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $915,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of July 30, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    San Leandro Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $875,000
    Today $915,000
    +4.6%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 15 days
    Today 17 days
    +2 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 104.0%
    Today 105.90%
    +1.94%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, the median sale price moved +4.6%, the sale-to-list ratio shifted +1.94%, and market time reflected a +2 days change. For sellers, homes are still commanding strong prices relative to asking, but the longer time to a contract suggests buyers are more selective than the peak-competition period. For buyers, that added time on market can create negotiating windows on listings that have not sold quickly, even as competitive homes continue to clear above list.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from San Leandro MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a San Leandro Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation results, and consistent client feedback. In a market where 63.9% of homes sell above list, the ability to price accurately and structure competitive offers is measurable, not cosmetic. Our top-ranked San Leandro agent, Jon Foster at eXp Realty, has closed 1,586 transactions and accumulated $1.3B in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans price points and property types across neighborhoods like Washington Manor, Downtown, and Floresta Gardens. That depth matters when the average sale-to-list ratio sits at 105.90% and disciplined negotiation directly affects the final number a buyer pays or a seller nets. EffectiveAgents has ranked 56 agents in the area against verified performance data drawn from 479 analyzed annual transactions. When reviewing agents, look at the pattern across reviews rather than a single testimonial: consistency across 385 reviews, for example, signals repeatable service quality rather than an isolated result.

    How We Rank San Leandro Real Estate Agents

    Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the San Leandro market today.

    Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.

    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: May 2026

    San Leandro Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in San Leandro, CA?

    The top-ranked agent in San Leandro, CA is Jon Foster at eXp Realty, with 1,586 career transactions, 385 client reviews, and $1.3B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top performers by analyzing verified transaction history, sale-to-list outcomes, and review patterns rather than advertising spend or name recognition. Of roughly 925 licensed agents in the area, only 56 meet our ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your neighborhood, price range, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several matched agents before deciding.

    How were these San Leandro real estate agents ranked?

    Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.

    How many real estate agents are in San Leandro?

    Our data covers 925 real estate agents serving the San Leandro area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our San Leandro market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in San Leandro mean for sellers?

    San Leandro's median sale price is $915,000 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.

    How long does it take to sell a house in San Leandro?

    In San Leandro, the median home sells in about 17 days, though that figure reflects a +2 days change in market time from a year ago. With 52.2% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented listings often move faster than the median. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, neighborhood demand, and seasonality. Homes priced above comparable sales tend to sit longer, which is reflected in the 35.9% of listings that recorded a price reduction. An experienced local agent can help you position accurately from the start.

    Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?

    No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.

    Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?

    No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.

    What commission do San Leandro realtors charge?

    Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.

    Should I use a local San Leandro agent or a national brand?

    The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of San Leandro neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.

    What questions should I ask a San Leandro realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in San Leandro in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.

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