Independently compiled 2026 Edition·Sunnyvale, California·Contact
2026 Sunnyvale, CA Agent Rankings

The best realtors in Sunnyvale, California

We reviewed agents working across Sunnyvale's neighborhoods, from the Heritage District to Cherry Chase, and ranked the 20 who back their reputation with closed transactions and unedited client feedback. No paid placements, no submitted applications: just agents Sunnyvale buyers and sellers actually hired.

  • Verified Transaction History
  • Real Client Reviews
  • Years of Local Experience
  • Brokerage & Specialties
  • Neighborhood Expertise
  • Direct Zillow Source Links
20Realtors Ranked
~$2.3MMedian Sale Price
2026Last Updated

Searching for the best realtors in Sunnyvale, California isn't as simple as sorting by star rating. Sunnyvale's market moves fast, spans everything from mid-century ranch homes near Ortega Park to new townhomes a block off Murphy Avenue, and rewards agents who know which streets fall inside which school district boundary and which HOA is about to raise dues.

The list below ranks the 20 top-performing agents currently working Sunnyvale, ordered by how many verified client reviews they've earned and how consistently they close. Every profile links straight back to its original review source, so you can read the unedited feedback yourself before you ever pick up the phone.

Methodology

How we built this list

Nobody on this page paid for a spot. Agents are placed using three factors we could actually verify.

  1. 01

    Verified transaction history

    Every agent on this list has a documented track record of closed sales in and around Sunnyvale, not just active listings or a polished bio. We looked at completed transactions, not promises.

  2. 02

    Real client reviews

    Ranking order is driven by the volume and rating of authentic, platform-verified client reviews: real buyers and sellers describing their own experience, not testimonials handpicked by the agent. Every agent here clears a 4.7-star minimum.

  3. 03

    Years of local market specialization

    We weighted how long each agent has actively specialized in Sunnyvale and the surrounding South Bay, since a decade spent learning Cherry Chase pricing or the Moffett Park commute is worth more than years spent anywhere else.

This list is refreshed annually to reflect new reviews, new sales activity, and agents who've entered or left the Sunnyvale market. Current version: 2026.

Every ranking links straight back to its source

Tap the Zillow link on any profile below to read that agent's reviews unedited, on the platform where clients left them.

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The Rankings

Sunnyvale's top 20 realtors, ranked

20 agents · 2026

Ordered by verified Zillow review count. Ratings, review counts, brokerages, and bios were pulled from each agent's public profile.

Photo of Neena Pattar

01 Neena Pattar #1 Ranked

REALTOR®, Certified Negotiation Expert · Lead of Neena Pattar Group
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty · Los Gatos, CA
★★★★★4.988 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
15 yrs experience

Neena Pattar is a top-producing South Bay agent for both sales volume and transactions, serving buyers and sellers across Silicon Valley since 2011, including Sunnyvale and the surrounding cities. A Certified Negotiation Expert, she began her career on the investment side acquiring and repositioning distressed properties, experience she now uses to help sellers prepare homes for maximum impact and buyers spot opportunity in a competitive market. Since joining Sotheby's International Realty in 2020, she pairs that hands-on approach with the brand's global marketing reach.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Trustworthy Free Consultations
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation Property Management First Time Homebuyers Investment Properties Rentals Military/Veterans Luxury Homes New Construction
neenapattargroup.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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02 Eric Boyenga

Managing Partner, Boyenga Team
Compass · Los Gatos, CA
★★★★★5.085 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
30 yrs experience

The original Silicon Valley real estate team since 1996, top producers Janelle and Eric Boyenga have earned their reputation by always putting the client's interests first. Their team of 12 thrives on collaborative energy, fueled by a shared commitment to exceptional client care, complementary skills, and specific neighborhood expertise.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation Luxury Homes
boyengateam.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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03 Sophie Tsang

Licensed Broker, MBA (Stanford GSB), REALTOR®, CRS, SRES
Compass · Palo Alto, CA
★★★★★5.084 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
23 yrs experience

For over 20 years, Sophie has been helping clients navigate the ups and downs of the real estate market, whether they're making life changes or investment moves. With a background in civil engineering, marketing, and real estate investment, she brings an unrivaled toolkit and a seasoned negotiator's eye to every transaction.

Clients say Professional Trustworthy Family Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation Commercial Properties Moving Property Management First Time Homebuyers Investment Properties Luxury Homes New Construction
sophietsang.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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04 Chao Wen

Realtor & Loan Officer, Ph.D
Compass · Menlo Park, CA
★★★★★5.082 reviews
Sourced from Zillow

Chao is a trusted adviser with extensive knowledge of the real estate market and investment. An expert in communication and negotiation, he provides full service from loan pre-approval through home purchase and sale, and is known for being highly responsive and working hard for his clients' interests.

Clients say Trustworthy Knowledgeable Free Consultations
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Property Management Investment Properties
ZZillow Reviews →
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05 Ann Liou

2017 Chairman's Circle Award (Top 1%)
Intero Real Estate · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★5.081 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
29 yrs experience

Named a 2019 Real Trends America's Best Real Estate Agent, Ann is a member of the San Jose Real Estate Board, California Association of Realtors, and National Association of Realtors. She holds licenses as a California Real Estate Broker and in Variable (Investment) Contracts and Fire and Casualty, backed by a B.S. in Business Administration.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Property Management Investment Properties
annieliou.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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06 Miri Bialik

Real Estate Broker Associate
Intero · Cupertino, CA
★★★★★5.080 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
33 yrs experience

Miri has served Silicon Valley as a real estate professional since 1993 and a licensed broker since 2002. In 2019 her youngest daughter Danna became her business partner, forming a mother-daughter team that brings complementary backgrounds, skills, and perspectives to the table for their clients.

Clients say Professional Trustworthy Family Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation Staging Property Management Rentals
miribialik.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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07 Jennifer Yi

Realtor · Founder, Red Door Real Estate · Broker Associate, SRES
Red Door Real Estate / Keller Williams Thrive · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★5.075 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
15 yrs experience

Born and raised in Taiwan and bilingual in English and Mandarin, Jennifer is the founder of Red Door Real Estate and a Broker Associate with Keller Williams Thrive. Over 15 years she has closed more than 195 transactions ranging from $825K to $4.5M, placing her among the top 1 to 5 percent of Northern California Realtors by production. She holds a master's degree in Management Information Systems and brings hands-on construction and design experience to preparing homes for sale.

Clients say Trustworthy Knowledgeable Free Consultations
reddoorca.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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08 Jane Shen

Realtor
Sereno · Los Altos, CA
★★★★★5.074 reviews
Sourced from Zillow

Jane grew up in Silicon Valley and chose to raise her family in Cupertino. Having been a resident and active participant in the heart of the valley for more than 40 years, she has acquired an intimate knowledge of what makes each neighborhood special and unique, from Sunnyvale to the West Valley foothills.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent
janeshen.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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09 Robert Gosalvez

Real Estate Advisor · Team Lead
Compass · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★4.966 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
26 yrs experience

A seasoned real estate professional with over 26 years of experience in the Silicon Valley market, Robert is dedicated to providing sellers with a seamless and rewarding experience. His approach is rooted in open communication, expert negotiation, and tailored strategies designed to maximize a property's potential.

Clients say Professional Trustworthy Family Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent First Time Homebuyers Luxury Homes
rg2020.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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10 William Pan

Realtor · Founder & Managing Broker
Green Valley Realty USA · Cupertino, CA
★★★★★5.065 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
21 yrs experience

William is the founder and managing broker of Green Valley Realty USA in Cupertino, with more than 20 years of experience helping clients buy, sell, and invest in Silicon Valley real estate. Fluent in English and Mandarin, he has closed more than 300 transactions totaling over $600M for families, professionals, and investors, both local and international.

Clients say Trustworthy Knowledgeable Free Consultations
williampanhomes.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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11 Stella Rosh

Real Estate Agent, Top 1500 Agents
Compass · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★4.964 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
29 yrs experience

Client focused and results driven, Stella loves her job, and there is nothing more professionally satisfying to her than congratulating a new homeowner or seller on a successful close. She is committed to facilitating her clients' success by addressing their specific real estate needs with expert advice.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
Specialties Property Management
stella-ryan.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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12 David Kim

Broker Associate, REALTOR® · Lead of David Kim Group
KW Thrive (Keller Williams) · Cupertino, CA
★★★★★5.059 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
24 yrs experience

For nearly two decades, David has been setting a new standard of service in Silicon Valley real estate, earning placements on the Leading 100, which honors the Bay Area's top individual agents, and the RealTrends America's Best list. He demonstrates a relentless dedication to every client's best interests.

Clients say Professional Trustworthy Family Owned & Operated
Specialties Property Management
davidkimgroup.com → ZZillow Reviews →
Photo of Dave Clark

13 Dave Clark

Founder, Dave Clark Team
Keller Williams Realty · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★5.054 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
41 yrs experience

Dave has lived, worked, and raised his family in Silicon Valley for over 30 years. Before real estate, he worked at Apple Computer in the pre-internet days. Since becoming a Realtor, he has built one of the Bay Area's most successful teams, with over 2,000 homes and more than $1 billion in real estate sold.

Clients say Trustworthy Knowledgeable Free Consultations
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Staging Rentals
daveclarkteam.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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14 Martin Ku

Cupertino Specialist
MaxReal Cupertino · Cupertino, CA
★★★★★4.953 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
23 yrs experience

Born in Hong Kong, Martin came to the Bay Area in the mid-1970s for college, earning bachelor's and master's degrees in Computer Science before a 20-plus-year high-tech career that included roles as Director and Senior Director of Engineering. He has lived in Cupertino since 1986 and works the Sunnyvale and West Valley corridor daily.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Foreclosure Property Management
sites.e-agents.com/martinku → ZZillow Reviews →
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15 Amy Hong

Lead of Amy Hong Real Estate & Mortgage Team
MaxReal · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★5.053 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
10 yrs experience

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions of your life, and Amy's mission is to guide clients through it with confidence and ease. She prides herself on listening to clients' needs, negotiating fiercely on their behalf, and delivering outstanding results in today's competitive market.

Clients say Professional Trustworthy Family Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation First Time Homebuyers Investment Properties Luxury Homes New Construction
amyhouses.com → ZZillow Reviews →
Photo of Bret Maryon

16 Bret Maryon

Real Estate Professional
Intero Real Estate Services · Saratoga, CA
★★★★★5.048 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
23 yrs experience

Having the right real estate agent means having one who is committed to helping you buy or sell your home with the highest level of expertise in your local market, and to understanding each step of the process. That commitment has helped Bret build a remarkable track record of delivering results for his clients across the South Bay.

Clients say Trustworthy Knowledgeable Free Consultations
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Foreclosure Property Management
bretmaryon.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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17 Celine Song

Chinese Speaking Expert
Coldwell Banker Realty · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★5.048 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
14 yrs experience

Celine came to real estate after a career in public relations and corporate marketing at Silicon Valley high-tech companies, and discovered it was her true passion. She has since spent more than a decade helping buyers and sellers across the South Bay, serving over 200 clients, and is a member of Top Agent Network and the Silicon Valley Association of Realtors.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
buywithceline.com → ZZillow Reviews →
Photo of Maggie Li

18 Maggie Li, MBA

MBA, Realtor
Intero Real Estate Services · Cupertino, CA
★★★★★4.945 reviews
Sourced from Zillow

A 17-year business and finance professional before switching to real estate, Maggie was a Senior Finance Manager at a public company and spent 14 years in financial planning within Silicon Valley's high-tech industry. She brings deep and varied expertise, honesty, and genuine care to every client relationship.

Clients say Professional Trustworthy Family Owned & Operated
Specialties Property Management
maggielirealtor.com → ZZillow Reviews →
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19 Vivian Lin

Realtor
Compass · Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★5.044 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
10 yrs experience

Vivian has called the Bay Area home for more than 20 years. Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and her goal is to make the process feel informed and stress-free so clients can move forward with confidence, backed by honest advice and clear communication.

Clients say Trustworthy Knowledgeable Free Consultations
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation Property Management Vacation/Short-term Rentals First Time Homebuyers Investment Properties Luxury Homes New Construction Senior Communities
compass.com/agents/vivian-lin → ZZillow Reviews →
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20 Dorit Alon

Top Producing Agent | Land Developer
Intero Real Estate Services · Los Altos, CA
★★★★★5.035 reviews
Sourced from Zillow
21 yrs experience

Real estate is Dorit's full-time career and her passion. She is fully dedicated to the sellers and buyers she represents of fine homes and condominiums across the Bay Area, with a primary goal of providing top-of-the-line service to help clients create wealth through successful real estate investing.

Clients say Knowledgeable Professional Locally Owned & Operated
Specialties Buyer's Agent Listing Agent Relocation Staging Investment Properties New Construction
doritalon.com → ZZillow Reviews →
Neighborhoods

Sunnyvale neighborhoods we cover

Sunnyvale stretches from the Baylands south to the Cupertino and Los Altos borders, and its neighborhoods price very differently along the way. The agents ranked above work across all of them.

01

Heritage District

Downtown Sunnyvale's historic core around Murphy Avenue, where early-1900s homes sit a few blocks from new mixed-use condos, restaurants, and the Caltrain station.

02

Cherry Chase

One of the city's most consistently competitive neighborhoods, prized for its schools, tree-lined streets, and mid-century ranch homes near the Los Altos and Cupertino borders.

03

Birdland

Known for its bird-named streets and quiet blocks of single-story ranch homes, with Ortega Park and Serra Park close by and a strong pull for families.

04

Ponderosa Park

A southern Sunnyvale neighborhood bordering Cupertino, where larger lots and proximity to Apple's campuses put it among the city's higher price points.

05

Lakewood Village

North of Highway 101 near Lakewood Park and the Moffett Park tech corridor, offering one of Sunnyvale's more accessible entry points for first-time buyers.

06

Washington Park

Established residential streets wrapped around the park of the same name, a short walk from downtown and popular with buyers who want older housing stock with character.

Sunnyvale West Cumberland South Ortega Park Raynor Park Fairbrae Serra Park Panama Park Braly Corners
Market Snapshot

Sunnyvale, California real estate at a glance

A quick read on conditions before you start interviewing agents.

~$2.3M Median Sale Price

Sunnyvale homes have traded around this level through 2026, placing the city among the higher price points in Santa Clara County, with single-family homes well above the blended median.

~10 days Median Days on Market

Well-prepared homes in the southern neighborhoods routinely go pending within two weekends of listing.

~106% Sale-to-List Ratio

Homes generally sell above asking, with multiple offers still common on the most sought-after blocks even as the frenzy of prior years has eased.

~150 Active Listings

Inventory citywide as of mid-2026: thin enough that buyers benefit from an agent who hears about homes before they hit the MLS.

Market figures are approximate, sourced from public MLS-aggregated data, and will shift throughout the year. Ask any agent on this list for a current comparative market analysis specific to your street.

Location

Where Sunnyvale sits in Silicon Valley

Sunnyvale sits in the heart of Santa Clara County, roughly 40 miles south of San Francisco, bordered by Mountain View, Los Altos, Cupertino, and Santa Clara, with the Baylands and Moffett Field to the north.

FAQ

Hiring a realtor in Sunnyvale, California

The questions buyers and sellers ask most before choosing an agent.

Who are the best realtors in Sunnyvale, California right now?

Based on verified transaction history, real client reviews, and years of South Bay market experience, the top-ranked agent for 2026 is Neena Pattar of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, followed by the 19 other agents listed on this page. Rankings are reviewed annually to reflect new sales activity and new reviews.

How much does it cost to hire a realtor in Sunnyvale, CA?

Most Sunnyvale agents work on commission, typically negotiated between 2% and 3% per side of the transaction. Since 2024's industry-wide changes to buyer-agent compensation rules, buyers negotiate their agent's fee directly rather than assuming the seller covers it, so clarify the fee before signing a buyer representation agreement. On a $2.3M median-priced home, a single percentage point is a meaningful sum, and it is negotiable.

Should I hire a Sunnyvale specialist or a Bay Area-wide agent?

Sunnyvale rewards agents who know it block by block. The city is split across multiple school districts, pricing changes sharply from north of Highway 101 to the neighborhoods bordering Cupertino and Los Altos, and older ranch and Eichler-era homes come with specific inspection and permit questions. Many of the agents ranked here are based in neighboring cities like Cupertino, Los Altos, and Palo Alto but transact in Sunnyvale constantly. What matters is a track record of closed Sunnyvale sales, not the address on the business card.

What's the difference between a buyer's agent and a listing agent?

A listing agent represents the seller: pricing the home, preparing and marketing it, and negotiating the best possible sale terms. A buyer's agent represents the purchaser, helping them identify the right property, evaluate disclosures, and structure a competitive offer. Most Sunnyvale agents, including nearly all on this page, work both sides depending on the client.

Which Sunnyvale neighborhoods are most in demand?

The southern neighborhoods closest to Cupertino and Los Altos, including Cherry Chase, Ponderosa Park, Birdland, and Cumberland South, consistently draw the most competition, driven by schools, larger lots, and proximity to Apple's campuses. The Heritage District around downtown's Murphy Avenue attracts buyers who want walkability and Caltrain access, while Lakewood Village and other neighborhoods north of El Camino Real offer a comparatively lower entry point close to Moffett Park employers.

How competitive is the Sunnyvale housing market for buyers?

Very. Well-prepared homes in Sunnyvale routinely receive multiple offers and sell above asking, with typical sale-to-list ratios above 100% and median days on market often in the single digits or low teens. Buyers benefit from an agent who has a read on how a specific listing agent prices, how many disclosure packages have gone out, and where the realistic clearing price sits, rather than simply bidding blind.

How do I verify a realtor's reviews before hiring them?

Every agent ranked on this page links directly to their Zillow profile, where you can read unedited client reviews straight from the source rather than testimonials the agent selected. Cross-check the review count against the agent's actual closed-transaction history, and look for reviews that describe transactions in Sunnyvale or neighboring cities specifically.

Do these agents also work in Cupertino, Mountain View, and Santa Clara?

Yes. Sunnyvale sits at the center of a tightly connected cluster of cities, and nearly every agent on this list transacts across Cupertino, Mountain View, Santa Clara, Los Altos, and West San Jose as well. Several run their offices from neighboring cities, which is normal for the South Bay, where agents follow clients across city lines rather than working a single ZIP code.

Why does the number-one agent have a 4.9 rating when others have 5.0?

Ranking order is driven primarily by the volume of verified reviews, not by the star rating alone, since a 5.0 across a dozen reviews tells you less than a 4.9 across nearly ninety. Every agent on this page clears a 4.7-star minimum; within that band, we treat review count and years of local specialization as the stronger signals of consistent performance.

How often is this Sunnyvale realtor ranking updated?

This list is refreshed annually. The current version reflects 2026 data. Transaction history, review counts, and market activity are all re-checked each year, and agents are re-ranked or replaced accordingly.

About

About this list

This page is independently compiled and isn't affiliated with any Sunnyvale brokerage. We're not paid by any agent to appear here, and nothing on this list is a submitted application: every profile was pulled from that agent's own public review history. If you're an agent and believe your information needs correcting, or you'd like to be considered for a future update, reach out to contact@sunnyvalerealtorrankings.com.