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SRESĀ® - Seniors Real Estate Specialist
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Board member of Palcare, a non-profit 501(c)(3) childcare center located in Burlingame
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"Mary is the definition of professional ā she is the most competent, courteous, and effective person I have ever worked with in any field. With excellent communication, proactive measures, and thoughtfulness for my goals, Mary and her team (shout out to Leila!) guided me through a sale with success. I felt daunted by the prospect of having to sell my elder's property while living over 2,000 miles away, but Mary didn't hesitate to support me through the process. Mary and her team ensured I was well-informed and comfortable every step of the way. The positive outcome has been greater than I ever imagined. Mary's level of expertise, combined with her personable disposition, made me feel so lucky to have her on my side. This has been an awesome experienceāI would hire Mary again in an instant and recommend her with my highest regards!"
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"Mary Murphy is a first-rate real estate agent. When we first met her to discuss the possibility of having her as our agent, she asked how we wanted to proceed with the sale, e.g., any improvements we wanted to make before putting the property on the market. She gave us excellent advice and kept us fully informed. The house was put on the market, and we quickly received 20 offers. We closed with a very good offer after only 3 days of the house being put on the market. We highly recommend Mary Murphy." - Edward Remedios
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"Mary Murphy is a professional and knowledgeable realtor. Mary Murphy handled the sale of my late sister's home for my mother and me. She was professional and managed the complexities of the sale competently. Mary kept us informed during the transaction and demonstrated solid knowledge of the local market. While the emotional nature of selling a family home made the process challenging, Mary conducted herself appropriately and helped us reach a successful closing. I would recommend her services to others needing a realtor for similar situations." - Kelvin Godshall
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"Exceptional Service & Outstanding Results ā Mary Murphy is the Best! Mary Murphy was an absolute lifesaver in helping my mom and me sell her condo in Redwood City after my father passed away in November. During an incredibly stressful time, Mary was patient, honest, and deeply understanding. I was juggling moving my mom to Colorado and handling countless details, but Mary made the entire selling process as smooth and seamless as possible. Her expertise, dedication, and strategic approach removed so much of the burden from our shoulders and resulted in us selling for over $100K above the asking price! Her hard work and guidance were invaluable, and I couldn't be more grateful. Mary is the one to call if you're looking for a real estate agent who truly cares and delivers outstanding results!" - Corey Dragge
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"Mary exhibited great patience in spending several years helping us search for our next home. Once we were ready to make an offer, her expert market research and advice enabled us to be the top bidder by a narrow margin in a multiple offer situation. We have now closed on our new home. Thanks, Mary, for your diligence and prompt communication with us on our journey toward buying our home." - Alice and Cliff Pence
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"Never having prior experience selling a house, I had no idea what it would entail. As trustee of my parents' trust, I was tasked with selling their beautiful home at their deaths-an emotionally difficult duty to be sure. Before COVID and interest rate hikes, it may have been an entirely different experience, but between 2023 and 2024, it turned out to be a tremendous challenge. My family and I could never have navigated all of the twists and turns of paperwork, inspections, a pre-sale remodel, beautiful staging, and brilliant marketing without Mary Murphy. From the time we signed with Mary as our agent to the closing of the sale, her dedication to us and to finding the right buyer was unwavering. Her level of commitment, expertise, professionalism, diligence, determination, and constant communication were extraordinary; her genuine caring, warmth, and sense of humor informed every aspect of our working relationship. My entire family is indebted to Mary and her team for effecting an excellent sale and making us and the new owners very, very happy." - Jean B.
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"I met Mary many years ago when she helped me with a rental property and I was new to the area. Over the years I had a number of false starts to buying a home but she always dove right in and provided great guidance and market information. When I finally pulled the trigger Mary was there every step of the way. After seeing numerous homes with Mary and on our own she found the perfect home for us. We had gotten fatigued by the market but she was constantly looking for the right opportunity for us. Once we decided to make an offer we were quite unprepared as it happened so fast but thanks to Mary she was able to guide us to get everything ready in 24 hours! It was truly exceptional. Lots of people can help you buy a home but you'd be hard pressed to find an agent who will work this closely with you, know the market in so many Bay Area towns, and have this much experience. To say I recommend Mary is an understatement. She is truly one of best in the business."
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"Mary Murphy is simply the best! She has a stellar work ethic. She is an excellent communicator. She is thoughtful and strategic. Her extensive experience translated to successful real estate transaction for a home with very specific requirements including a short time frame. Mary brought patience, understanding and the highest levels of professionalism to our search and we were able to purchase the perfect home. We have the absolute highest praise for Mary and recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Bay Area - she is the best!" - Colleen R.
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"Selling real estate is an art requiring much experience with human behavior, knowledge of the market, and negotiating skills. Preparing the home for sale requires much more than a sign and advertising. This is the second home that Mary has sold for us. Processing all the disclosures, inspections and required documents were skillfully handled in a timely and expeditious manner. Through her commitment to preparation quality, customer focus, and attention to detail, and negotiating skills, we sold our San Mateo home within a week, exceeding our expectations in both time and price. Mary Murphy is truly an honest, trustworthy agent, and we highly recommend her for either selling or buying your home." - West and Torrey
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"Mary has been phenomenal in helping me purchase my new house in Hillsborough, CA. I felt we were part of the same team, did tons of research for me which ultimately saved me time when having to assess what to buy." - Marco
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"Mary and Robert, I just wanted to let both of you know what a pleasure it was working with you on the sale of my Dad's house. Your incredible energy and determination to get a job done was amazing. I could never have done what you managed to do for me with the ease and attentiveness you both exhibited. It was such a help knowing I had both of you in my corner looking out for the best products at the right price. And when it came time to negotiate the sale, you allowed me to do exactly as I wished, without any pressure about the market price, etc. Again, it was a pleasure working with both of you and I will highly recommend you at any time. Thanks again to both of you!" - Elvira
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"I worked with the Envoy Group on a home that was abnormal and they worked tirelessly to get through the transaction in a very professional and communicative manner. Would love to work with them again!" - Zach, REALTORĀ®
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"An absolute pleasure to work with. Mary and Robert worked tirelessly to ensure our first home purchase went as smoothly and as stress-free as is possible. They often went above and beyond to make sure we had as much information as possible to make informed decisions. Mary and Robert kept us, and everyone else, on track and provided regular updates on our closing timeline, and even checked in post-close and move. Great client service!" - Gavin and Kerry
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"Mary and Robert put client interests first. They know their market and are always available for clients. They know how to work with lending, escrow, and listing agents. They are a strong and knowledgeable team. We feel happy and comfortable trusting and working with Mary and Robert. We closed everything in 21 days smoothly." - Tiger and Mima
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"When recommending somebody I find a few words rather than several paragraphs to be a lot more meaningful. Mary is highly professional, knowledgeable, and totally trustworthy in representing the best interest of her client. I have had nothing but an excellent experience in having her represent me on several transactions." - Al and Ellen
Mary Murphy is a seasoned Compass real estate agent serving buyers and sellers across Menlo Park, Atherton, San Mateo, and Santa Clara. With more than 35 years of real estate experience on the San Francisco Peninsula, Mary brings rare depth to every transaction, whether you are a first-time buyer navigating Silicon Valley's competitive market or a longtime homeowner ready to make a thoughtful next move.
Mary's career began after relocating from London to California during a period of high interest rates. That early experience taught her to find opportunity in difficult markets, a skill she has applied on behalf of her clients ever since.
Specialized Credentials
Mary holds three nationally recognized designations that distinguish her in the Peninsula market:
- CSAĀ® (Certified Senior Advisor): A later-life move involves far more than real estate. Family dynamics, health considerations, financial decisions, years of belongings, and a home full of history all come into play. The CSAĀ® credential reflects Mary's commitment to guiding senior homeowners, adult children, fiduciaries, and trustees through transitions that are calmer, clearer, and less overwhelming.
- SRESĀ® (Seniors Real Estate Specialist): Endorsed by the National Association of REALTORSĀ®, this designation gives Mary specialized tools to help seniors and their families navigate housing transitions with confidence.
- ABRĀ® (Accredited Buyer's Representative): A signal of Mary's dedication to buyers facing one of the most significant financial decisions of their lives.
Community Roots on the Peninsula
Mary is deeply rooted in the communities she serves. She has held leadership roles with the Burlingame Rotary Club, including President, Executive Secretary, New Member Chair, and Communications Chair. She serves on the Board of Directors for Palcare, a non-profit childcare center, and is an active member of the Burlingame Women's Club. Professionally, she serves as Vice Chair of the Membership Committee for the San Mateo Association of REALTORSĀ® and is a member of the Silicon Valley Association of REALTORSĀ® (SILVAR).
Mary lives in Atherton with her partner Howard and their two Bernedoodles, Winston and Lola. When she is not working, you will find her traveling, exploring great food and wine, or deep in a British detective novel.
Meet the Mary Murphy Team
Mary, Carol, Ron, Leila, and Tricia are united by a shared commitment to excellence and a belief that every buyer and seller deserves a luxury experience, regardless of price point.
When you work with the Mary Murphy Team, we start by understanding what matters most to you right now. Whether you are a first-time buyer, downsizing from a long-held family home, or upsizing for a new chapter, we meet you where you are.
That means understanding:
- What you want to know about buying or selling a home
- What past experiences have left you disappointed
- What concerns you about the process
- What you expect from the agent you partner with
- What additional support would make your experience smoother and more successful
Our clients say it best:
"Stellar work ethic, excellent communications, thoughtful and strategic. Mary has extensive experience and brings patience and understanding, and brought the highest levels of professionalism to our search. We recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Bay Area. She is the best!"
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The Mary Murphy Team uses the Compass platform to work more efficiently, which means more time focused on you. Compass has invested more than a billion and a half dollars in technology that gives our clients a measurable advantage when buying or selling, from smarter search tools to seamless follow-up and communication. That investment lets us stay focused on what matters most: your outcomeReady to talk?
If you are buying or selling in Menlo Park, Atherton, San Mateo, or Santa Clara, we would love to meet you. Email mary.murphy@compass.com to set up a conversation about your goals.
"What Sets Mary Apart"
Mary Murphyās Transactions
$2,458,000
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2,748
- Square Feet
- 0.28
- Acres
