Kathleen and Cece were such a pleasure to work with. They were kind, professional, and on top of every detail, which made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. I'd love the chance to work with them again. read more

We just recently sold our house with Mary and her team and couldn't be more thrilled with how everything turned out! Mary helped us buy this house years ago and we went back to her to sell without hesitation. Mary is responsive and readily available to answer any and all questions. She has great vendors readily available to her that are efficient and reasonably priced. Mary clearly knows what she is doing and priced our house right in the sweet spot to sell. We had an offer well over asking just one week after we went live on the market. Start to finish the entire sale took only five weeks! Mary and Kathleen supported us through every step of this journey and we could never say enough about the incredible service. If you are looking for a realty to help with either the purchase or sale of your home, we highly recommend Mary Macpherson and the team at Vantage. They are down-to-earth, warm people who are knowledgeable, well-connected, and go the extra mile to help dreams become reality. read more

We were fortunate enough to get a referral to work with Mary but we also coincidentally met her at one of her showings, and the level of professionalism and authenticity really made it a no brainer for us to work with her. Mary, Kathleen and their team listed and sold our first/only home in San Francisco, a place where we brought home both our newborn human babies, and they treated it with such love and respect. To make things more interesting, we also decided to list and sell our place immediately right after we moved our family back to Canada. Kathleen and Mary wasted NO time whatsoever to get our place ready for photos and listing, in the midst of us moving AND in the middle of one of SF's biggest storms. Despite us being flexible on when it would be sold because we couldn't get much done before we moved our kids (including 7 month old baby going through sleep regressions), let me tell you they acted FAST. When they say they've got people to get work done, they weren't kidding. In the end, our beautiful property was listed and sold while we were physically in Canada and the paperwork needed was all prepared and done prior to us moving. It was important to us who the buyers were because we truly wanted to give the home and the building occupants who would appreciate the space we had called home. We'd recommend Mary and her team to anyone and everyone we know, they're truly the best! read more

Buying a home for the first in SF is very different than other markets, highly competitive and intimidating. We were so lucky to be referred to Mary and from the initial conversation we knew she was knowledgeable, confidant, and on our side to buy a home quickly!! She was extremely responsive and available to show us multiple homes, she provided us with guidance on buying strategies and neighborhoods that work with our family's lifestyle/schedule, and she even went to see homes on her own personal time for us when our family's crazy schedule didn't allow it. In addition, we quickly understood Mary's excellent reputation and vast network of trusted colleagues helped move the buying process along. Mary is not only an expert at SF real estate market, but she is a genuine and warm person. Her and Kathleen Digrande both showed so much care and support to our family and our little girls. We highly recommend Mary and her team to anyone! read more

Mary and her team always hold a high standard of service and quality. they are knowledgeable about all things real estate. Having worked with Mary and the team for many transactions over the years (including TIC, condos, single family home) sales and purchases, she is well versed in all. Her team always do a great job preparing and styling an area so that it is at its optimal state for a sale. I would not hesitate to recommend Mary and her team. read more

Mary, Kathleen, and the entire team are just incredible - not just as agents, but as human beings. Mary was actually the seller's agent when we bought our last home and we liked her so much from that process that we hired her to sell the house for us four years later. That was a great decision. Strategically, Mary helped us navigate a choppy market to a successful outcome. We initially planned to do a sale of our home once we moved out - full staging, painting, etc. But as interest rates increased and the market started to soften, we accelerated our sale and did an "off market" listing with a "transparent price." Despite increasing jitters among sellers in the Bay Area, we managed to get a great offer and closed on the sale quickly. We NEVER felt pressured by Mary - it consistently felt like she had our best interests in mind as we decided whether or not to take the offer. She left the decision up to us, but guided us with her candid thoughts along the way. Logistically, the entire team made everything so easy. They brought a crew over to spruce up the house. They packed away personal items for us so the house looked great. They even went to Target for us to buy plastic bins to store our belongings. It was a breeze all because of Mary and her team. They were responsive, understanding, and great to work with. Mary isn't a "shark" like so many other real estate agents. Those agents might find success in the short run, but they aren't right for our family. Mary is a good person who we genuinely trusted with our most valuable asset. read more

I don't think just one review can express how lucky I feel to have worked with Mary and Kathleen. My mother had used them to sell a property and had raved about them for years. My mom passed unexpectedly and I was able to contact them to help sell her home in SF. From the moment we first met I felt much better about the process, all stress was removed. They were so professional, organized and knowledgable that I knew I was in good hands. It was not an easy job, it needed some work done and the HOA had strict rules. But they have such great friends and connections in SF that it was not a problem for them. We got a wonderful offer and feel like it was a wonderful experience, which is not usually the case selling your late parents home. I cannot recomment them enough. read more

We had a fantastic experience working with Mary Macpherson and her whole team! She worked hard to find us the perfect place, has the experience to answer all our questions unique to buying property in San Francisco, knew the vendors we needed to get things done economically and experty, and most importantly helped us financially when the agent representing the seller was not honest and forthright. We plan on using Mary again, and rate her at 5 Stars every day of the week! If you are looking for a SF realtor Mary would be an excellent choice! read more

Mary and her team were recommended by friends and I am THRILLED I worked with them to sell my condo in SF. I was very nervous about the entire process but immediately felt at ease the first time I spoke with Mary. She and her team handled what was a bit of a complicated sale with so much ease and enthusiasm. They made the process seamless and stress-free. I couldn't recommend them enough! read more

Thank you, Mary, Kathleen and Charlene! You all did such a wonderful job in preparing our home for sale. You were all professional and poised throughout the process, you provided excellent advise and kept us informed and updated each step of the way. We recommend you highly! A,D&D read more

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Mary and Kathleen are incredible and would highly recommend them to anyone! They helped us buy two houses - one in 2016 and another this year (2024). For each purchase, their involvement was critical to us getting the homes in very competitive processes. They are super responsive, help us navigate the complex deal process and we're fantastic and frequent communicators so there were never any outstanding questions. You feel like you are their only client when you know they have a million other things going on. Their knowledge of the market and connections to the other agents makes this team top notch. Most importantly, they are a complete joy to work with - so down to earth, fun and kind, which makes the stressful process of buying a home enjoyable. We love that they truly listen to what we want and need and help us get it. They are always looking out for your best interests. We can't recommend Mary and her team enough...the absolute best! read more

As real estate developer, I've worked with Mary on multiple projects in San Francisco over the last few years. Every single time she has exceeded our expectations and over delivered - selling our projects over list price with multiple buyers. Mary and her team is the real deal! Her knowledge of the San Francisco market is second to none. Her marketing plan and execution is outstanding and brought a lot of traffic to our project even during COVID time when we have a lot of restrictions. Mary is well connected with other top agents in the San Francisco and she is absolutely amazing at what she does. I absolutely recommend here services if you are looking to buy or sell a property in San Francisco. read more

My wife and I have partnered with Mary and her team multiple times over the last few years to buy and sell our homes in San Francisco and each experience was a 5 star rating. And I was previously a realtor, so I know a thing or two about good experiences vs. bad when it comes to buying and selling. Mary and her team were always super responsive and helpful. They have been doing this work for years and it showed. Each time we needed a mover, painter, lender, insurance agent, contractor, decorator, etc. - they always had a great referral. Mary and her team took all of the stress and hassle out of the buying and selling experience; you don't realize how valuable that is until you go through the process with her team. I would recommend Mary and her team to anyone! read more

We cant say enough good about Mary and her team, would give her ten stars if we could. We contracted with her to sell our Russian Hill apartment. She and Kathleen gave us great advice on how to manage the sale, go through the legal documents, and maximize the value of the house. The outcome was great -- a really fast sale, and we made over $300k more than we had expected to at the part of the process. Very professional team, with a strong group of contractors. We recommend Mary Mac and her team very strongly. West and Stacy read more

Mary and her team were incredible! My parents were relocating from SF to SoCal and this move was both logistically and emotionally challenging from the outset. At each moment where something was needed, Mary and her team had an excellent resource and provided guidance. When escrow became complicated, Mary brought in the legal professionals to solve the issues quickly and appropriately. All the while she kept everyone on the team - my parents, me and my siblings - up to date on what was needed next. "Thank you" does not adequately express my feelings. Without reservation, I recommend Mary for your next real estate transaction! read more

Mary Macpherson has helped dozens of my clients over the years buy or sell their homes. She is extemely well connected in the San Francisco real estate agent community and will be a great advocate for you...her client :) Stephen Barber read more

Mary's team represented us through the purchase (and subsequent sale 3 years later) of our condo in San Francisco, and we could not have been happier! Mary and Kathleen operate with the utmost professionalism and honesty. They know the ins and outs of the San Francisco real estate market and we knew we were in good hands the whole time. The team was instrumental in coordinating improvements/handyman work, staging, and showings, and ultimately won us a fair offer that we were very happy with. Thank you so much, Mary and Kathleen! read more

Mary, Charlene, Kathleen, and team are amazing! They listen, are very responsive, and work with you to find what you're looking for. They are real estate experts in San Francisco and surrounding areas, and they also have great connections to other experts in the area. From researching new homes to moving in to getting settled, Mary's team worked with us along the way, making sure the entire process went as smoothly and easily as possible. Mary and her team have helped us find both of our homes, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience working with them! Highly recommend! read more

Mary and her competent team are wonderful to work with. They bring energy, know-how, connections, smarts and patience to the process. They helped us so much - not only showcasing our home so that it was ready for a competitive entry on the market, but helping us locate movers and even taking on our Goodwill donations to help us with our exit. They go above and beyond every step of the way. The video, photos and website they did of our home were top-notch. Mary is a wonderful human being and she is both fair and generous. Her crew is fantastic. Their long experience in the San Francisco market was invaluable, particularly as we navigated the strange summer of 2020 which included Covid and wildfires. read more

Mary and her team helped us purchase and years later sell our home in Bernal. With so many options it's easy to get overwhelmed in such a competitive market but Mary was introduced to us through a friend and is easily the single reason why we were able to purchase a home and years later sell at prices we're pleased with. Mary goes the extra mile and shares her honest, well researched opinions which we greatly appreciate. read more

We cannot say enough good things about working with Mary! We knew things were different when we contacted her (along with several other agents) to get her take on selling our SF condo. It was late afternoon. By early evening, she had emailed us a complete analysis of comps along with a proposed sale price. We chose her on the spot! Fast, efficient, thorough, professional. That's Mary. She and her team had our condo staged and on the market in less than 2 weeks, and it was under contract within 10 days-at $50k over asking! Our advice ... go with Mary. She and her team are fantastic!! read more

Hiring Mary is one of the smartest things you can do. It does't matter which side of the sale your on, Mary is going to make sure the ball gets through the hoop. Sf is tough market, but Mary has been working it so long she knows all the players. Wouldn't work with anyone else. read more

Mary and Chris were fantastic in helping me buy my first house. Their knowledge of the market and personal connections to what seems like every realtor in SF was super valuable. Their communication and helpfulness were top notch. Lastly when I finally had an accepted offer, they walked me through every step to close of escrow. I'd absolutely use Mary and her team again! read more

We've known Mary for many years as a fellow parent in our son's school, so we have the benefit of knowing Mary both personally and a professionally. Personally, Mary is warm, caring, enthusiastic, and treats everyone with sincerity, warmth and generosity. We have seen this in our relationship with her, and her relationship with the school community. Professionally, both my husband and I are real estate professionals as well. And it was a tremendous opportunity to be able to work with Mary to find a new home for our family. She works hard for her clients and always goes the extra mile. She has a tremendous knowledge of SF real estate, and I could not recommend her more if you are looking to buy our sell your home. read more

First time homebuyer? She's got a packet for that. Looking beyond your means? She keeps you focused. Mary is a Superagent! We (unintentionally) might have clocked the fastest closing time ever for a first time homebuyer without an ounce of buyer's remorse, mostly due to Mary's thoroughness and going the extra-mile-ness of her work ethic. Within the first hour of introduction via email, she had multiple listings tailored to my search and set me up with a CleanOffer.com account. She literally held my hand through the stressful and confusing process, educating me beyond anything I could have researched online. Most notable though is her complete access and understanding of the SF market. Even after the move, she's been a thoughtful, available and critical resource for contractors and recommendations. I will always recommend Mary, and have referred my friends to her. You're in good hands. read more

If you want a Realtor who is the BEST EVER, get Mary! She is going to get you what you want and you will have fun along the way. She makes things happen in a non-pushy and reassuring way. We're ever grateful to her because this perfect home wouldn't have happened without her ballsy can-do spirit! p.s. she's just a great person all in all. read more

Hands down, you can't find a better realtor in San Francisco than Mary. She goes the extra mile and then some!! I'm convinced her personality wins the other side over and keeps YOU in the catbird seat. The most amazing thing about her is that she makes you feel like you are her only client when you know full well she is a busy bee. My husband and I are in the middle of a complicated escrow and I don't think we would have made it this far without her. She is also a great resource for contractors, etc too. You are crazy if you pick anyone else to represent you or your property. She is truly the BEST! read more

Over the past few years, Mary and her team have been essential partners through two purchases and a sale of SF homes in Duboce Triangle and Ashbury Heights. Her intuition about SF-specific market dynamics was spot-on, and she made sure we navigated the unique pitfalls and opportunities around the covid shutdown as well. Can't recommend them highly enough! read more

Mary is an amazing agent. She's very knowledgeable of the market with years of experience, she's very established (i.e. strong relationships with other agents), professional, resourceful, diligent, trustworthy and provides a thorough follow-up before, during and after the closing. She helped me with the purchase of my first condo in San Francisco in a very competitive market. I email her about a condo one evening around 8 PM and she was on it by 8:30 PM. By 11:00 PM she had already spoken to the seller's agent and the process started. Mary guided me and advised me through the entire process and made it a breeze; at every stage I felt confident that she always had my best interest in mind. Mary has always been available to advise me and help me during the nerve-racking process of the purchase and has continued to help me since the closing. I highly recommend Mary. read more

Mary helped us sell two homes and buy one. She is down to earth, empathetic, hard working, honest, and fair.

Mary recently sold our Condo in San Francisco... It was difficult for us as I didn't really want to sell it but the economics were just not there and it had to happen. Mary was fantastic, giving us realistic market appraisals, advice and counsel throughout the entire process. She made it ridiculously easy and painless. I'm pretty hands on with major life decisions like this and Mary's biggest task was getting me to back away and let her handle it. Which she did beautifully. She coordinated cleaning, staging, gardening and then babysat the property through multiple open houses and individual showings. We received multiple offers and were very pleased with the whole process. Can't recommend her highly enough. read more

Our multi-generational family worked again with Mary's fabulous team to sell our Outer Richmond house this past year. Again, they did an amazing job making sure we had a A+ marketing plan with the best stagers and met our timeline exiting the city. Mary knows a lot of agents and their buyers and was able to find us buyers with amazing speed and got us the price we wanted for the sale. She has a very responsive team and I know she does an incredible behind-the-scenes work to bring parties together. Selling/buying a home is a very stressful process and Mary is so patient and understanding-- really walked us through the possibilities and scenarios so that we were prepared. She knows the city inside and out and have connections to a ton of agents and has the inside scoop/pulse of what's happening-- at all hours of the day. read more

Mary came highly recommended to me by a colleague who worked with her and was very impressed with her professionalism and assertiveness in the process of buying the home they wanted. I have worked with other real estate agents in the past and I value those that are experienced, well-connected and respected by their competition and have the ability to close the deal. Mary is top rated in all of these areas. I spoke with her by phone on a Saturday after being in the market and looking for about two weeks at open houses. The next day I saw a condo I really liked. Mary got me the CC&Rs to review later than night. Tuesday, Mary let me know that there was a pre-emptive offer and we needed to put in an offer if I wanted it. She used her extensive network and knowledge of the market and the property to suggest a competitive offer and we made it at midnight that night. It was accepted the next morning. The San Francisco housing market is extremely competitive and expensive. I'm very thankful that I chose Mary as my partner to make it happen and highly recommend her to anyone who wants a kind, knowledgeable, and effective real estate professional. I also want to call out a word of thanks to Kathleen and Charlene for their assistance to ensure the entire process went smoothly -- they are both responsive and thorough which is so appreciated. read more

This is long overdue, as Mary helped my husband and I, as well as our 2 young sons find a home 5 years ago in the Inner Richmond. It was a seller's market (not a shock) and Mary was bound and determined to find us a place, while giving us sound advice on navigating the market. Her relationship to other realtors and the community is priceless. Five years later and we are so happy in our home and are grateful we took Mary's advice to stretch our price range a tad to get a home that has longevity for us (so we haven't had to move again!) Beyond her results, she truly is passionate about finding homes for people in SF. Her charm of having grown up here and the authentic enthusiasm she brings to the process can make even the most jaded SF home buyer smile. I agree with other reviewers that she can indeed perform miracles. :) read more

Mary has a true passion for real estate, she will find you the best house at the best price. If you are looking to purchase a home in San Francisco, go see Mary, she is a pure joy to be around. I highly recommend her! read more

We are first time home buyers in SF and could not have found a better real estate agent than Mary and team! Mary is not only experienced and extremely knowledgeable about the SF city market, but more importantly truly cares about the home buying experience for her clients. There were many times during our process where unexpected challenges and/or questions came up and Mary was there at every turn and completely went over and beyond our expectations. We highly recommend Mary and team to all of our friends & family. read more

Mary is awesome, I don't know what more I can say to describe her. Buying a home can be a daunting experience but she makes the whole process worthwhile, particularly when both you and your partner have busy jobs. From start to finish, Mary helped us go through the whole process and we ended up with a home that we love returning to day in day out. read more

Mary is the best Real Estate Agent and nicest person you can possibly find. Every one of my clients, business associates and friends I have refereed to Mary loves me for it. There's not much else to say, if you want to sell or buy a house work with Marry & you'll thank me for it! read more

My husband and I have known Mary for the past ten years. We recently used her to buy our dream home and sell our old home. Mary was phenomenal! She really listened to our wants/desires and sent us listings immediately matching them. She is someone you want representing you for sure! She is thoughtful, patient, and kind, but most importantly, knows real estate! She is a wealth of knowledge and experience. She did the all the work, answered all of our endless phone calls, texts, and emails. She always kept us updated along the way which really helped reduce all our anxiety we had. She makes you feel like you are her only client while you know she must have numerous. Our purchase was complicated as our current house is a real gem. In today's market we knew it was a stretch for us. When I told Mary I wanted this house, she calmly replied, "Let's get it for you!" She did just that. We ended up in a bidding war and we both feel we won the house due solely to her. She knew exactly when to press for us and when to back off the selling agent. She also always kept our budget in mind, never pushing us to go beyond what we previously agreed upon. Our old house got an offer within hours of our first open house. This again I attribute to her. She made one of the most beautiful home brochures I've ever seen. Hands down she is the best! Lastly, Mary seemed to really enjoy her job and it showed everyday. Thanks Mary! Cheri and Bill read more

Mary is a pleasure to work with. Not only is she friendly and knowledgeable, she went above and beyond to negotiate a couple properties for us. We ended up with 1 great condo that we love. Whenever someone is in the market, we always recommend her. read more