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Silicon Valley real estate, explained by the Property Nerds®

Market data, neighborhood guides, Eichler history and how-tos for buyers and sellers, from Eric & Janelle Boyenga and the team at Compass.

Downtown Energy or Estate-Scale Privacy? Decoding the Los Gatos–Saratoga Luxury Divide

Los Gatos and Saratoga are two of Silicon Valley's established luxury communities. They share beautiful residential neighborhoods, proximity to major technology employers, and a reputation for long-term value. Yet despite their similarities, buyers searching these two markets often discover they are
Two Main Streets, Two Price Curves: Downtown Campbell vs. Willow Glen Real Estate

Downtown districts often define the identity of an entire community. They influence buyer demand, shape neighborhood character, and create the experiences that residents enjoy long after the workday ends. Few places illustrate this better than Downtown Campbell and Willow Glen. Separated by only a f
The 94025–94027 Trade-Off: Menlo Park Walkability vs. Atherton Lot Size, Privacy, and Estate Living

Few neighboring ZIP codes in Silicon Valley illustrate the relationship between lifestyle and real estate value more clearly than 94025 (Menlo Park) and 94027 (Atherton). Sharing borders and convenient access to Stanford University, Sand Hill Road, and many of the region's largest employers, these c
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