You don’t need Kirsty to tell you that buying and selling in the Bay Area is an extreme sport in its own right. You know that already. What she will tell you is that having the right person beside you can make all the difference.
A Los Gatos-based Realtor working across Los Gatos, the surrounding mountains and Silicon Valley, Kirsty helps buyers and sellers navigate a market that can change dramatically from one neighbourhood, street or property to the next.
Her approach starts with listening. Really listening. Sellers have different goals, timelines and definitions of a successful sale. Buyers have different priorities, pressures and non-negotiables. Kirsty’s job is to understand those first, then build the right strategy around them.
She’s practical, strategic and straightforward, giving clients honest advice and explaining the reasoning behind it so they can make confident decisions without unnecessary drama. And while she takes the work seriously, she believes the experience should still feel human, and you'll likely have a few laughs along the way.
For sellers, that means creating a clear plan, recommending trusted vendors and inspectors for pre-sale preparations, positioning the home thoughtfully, building the right marketing strategy and negotiating hard when offers arrive. Her background in project management comes in particularly handy when there are lots of moving parts.
For buyers, it means understanding not just the house, but the value, location, disclosures, competition and risks before deciding how to proceed. In a market where the strongest offer is not always simply the highest one, strategy matters.
Above all, Kirsty is responsive, organised and fiercely protective of her clients’ interests, while never forgetting that this is their move, not hers.
Her job is to make a complicated process feel considerably less so, with clear advice, straight answers and a strategy centred firmly on what matters most to her clients.
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"Kirsty was and is awesome. She was at different times our project manager, our counselor and our moral support. She was with us every step of the way, including helping coordinate repairs, inspections, etc. Selling a home is a major under-taking and she really demonstrated the value of using a real realtor for the job. If you use Kirsty I guarantee you will not regret it.- Jeff H.
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"Working with Kirsty was so great! Being first time home buyers, having Kirsty as our agent was invaluable.She was an amazing source of information and guidance. Kirsty has a way of making home buying exciting and understandable, instead of this big scary process. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a new home to work with Kirsty!!- Sharon Y.
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"We bumped into Kirsty at an open house and instantly connected. Being very patient and understanding, Kirsty easily adapted to our changing requirements. She was focused and diligently worked through the listings that came by. She was always present, promptly followed-up and represented us in her best capacity. Never been too pushy, never too tired, always a grin and got us through the process very smoothly. Amidst the usual stress of home hunting, it has always been such a great pleasure working with Kirsty! Lovely as a person, brightens up your mood, and brings your dreams to reality! Will definitely recommend Kirsty without a second thought!"- Ramya N.
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"This was my husband and I's first home, and Kirsty Hepburn was absolutely incredible and exactly the kind of person we needed on our side. She walked us through patiently with all our questions, made sure we knew what was going on in each phase/step, and never once pushed or swayed us in any particular direction. When we asked, she advised and shared her experience, but never persuaded us outside our comfort zone. She listened, learned, and guided us from the first day all the way to escrow.
I was so comfortable with her, and not only was she knowledgeable, (and this may sound cheesy), but she cared.. about us and the home we were going to get for our new/growing family. Of course, it's a business, but she wasn't concerned about what/when we were ready... and she clearly loves her job, and her positive energy showed it. We lead the way on our terms on our time, and she was there by our side guiding and helping with everything we needed.
I can't recommend Kirsty enough, she is incredible and will definitely help you, with what you need, when you need it, and adjust to your personal vision. I highly recommend reaching out to her, even if you're on the fence..they will meet with you, educate you, and help you from the very start." - Nina G.
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"Kirsty ... was amazing to work with on finding my condo in San Jose. She helped me understand the housing market and realize what exactly I was looking for in a neighborhood. I never felt pressured, Kirsty listened to what I wanted and acted with complete integrity and professionalism throughout the process. I am so excited to move into my new place!! Thank you Kirsty!" - Noreen H.
Kirsty Hepburn’s Transactions
$2,050,000
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1,678
- Square Feet
- 0.15
- Acres
$1,725,000
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1,090
- Square Feet
- 0.14
- Acres
$1,540,000
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1,410
- Square Feet
- 0.15
- Acres
