Best Real Estate Agents in Palo Alto, CA• Updated
Looking for the best real estate agent in Palo Alto, CA? This page compares realtors in Palo Alto within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Palo Alto, CA or help buying a home in Palo Alto, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.
Market Pulse: Hot 🔥
The Palo Alto, CA real estate market is currently a Seller's Market. Homes are selling at 106% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 11 active listings and 35 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.3 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 2%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 3%. Listings in Palo Alto are moving 11 days faster than the Santa Clara County average.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Palo Alto, CA
Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →
Detached Homes
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $2.6M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 44 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Detached Homes received 103% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend Prices in the Mid-Market Detached Home tier have stabilized over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Homes rose 3% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 32 days. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 108%.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $6.3M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 28 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 110% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $13.2M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 44 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Condos/Co-ops
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $1.4M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 46 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Condos/Co-ops received 102% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $4.4M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 34 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 106% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Townhomes
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Townhome tier had a median sale price of $1.8M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Entry Level range averaged 41 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Townhomes received 103% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Townhome tier had a median sale price of $2.8M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Mid-Market range averaged 48 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Townhomes received 108% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $3.2M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Entry Level range averaged 39 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $3.5M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Mid-Market range averaged 59 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 102% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $10.2M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 96 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Palo Alto Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Condo/Co-op | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Detached Home | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 |
| Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) | 3 | — | 3 | — | 6 |
| Townhome | 1 | — | 1 | — | 2 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Palo Alto, CA performing right now?
The data indicates a high-intensity seller's market in Palo Alto, CA. Inventory is at 0.3 months of supply. Inventory is critically low, meaning well-priced homes move rapidly, often with multiple offers.
What are the current pricing trends for Palo Alto, CA real estate?
Currently, $4,188,000 represents the median entry point in Palo Alto, CA. Over the past half-year, home values in Palo Alto have moved downward by approximately 2% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Palo Alto, CA getting their full asking price?
Sellers hold significant leverage in Palo Alto, CA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 105.5%. On average, properties in Palo Alto are transitioning from active to sold status in 34 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Palo Alto, CA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Palo Alto, CA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include David Sunny (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Annie Watson (High-End Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Mercedes Roses (Entry Level Detached Homes, 1 closed listing). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Palo Alto, CA market compare to Santa Clara County trends?
Palo Alto, CA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Santa Clara County region. Median home values are currently 83% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Palo Alto.
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Palo Alto, CA?
Annie Watson has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Palo Alto, CA?
David Sunny has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment (4 in Palo Alto, CA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Palo Alto, CA?
David Sunny has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment (4 in Palo Alto, CA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Palo Alto, CA?
Mercedes Roses has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 1 closed listing in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Palo Alto, CA?
Ray Rodriguez has recent Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops in Palo Alto, CA?
Zach Trailer has recent Mid-Market Condo/Co-op listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Palo Alto, CA?
Brian Chancellor has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home listings in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment (7 in Palo Alto, CA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Palo Alto, CA?
Zack Zhang has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Palo Alto, CA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment.