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San Jose Real Estate Newsletter by Michelle Elliott Realtor

San Jose Real Estate Newsletter The unfiltered truth about the San Jose market, delivered weekly. About the Author With over 20 years of experience navigating the fast-paced Silicon Valley market, I provide a strategic, results-driven approach to residential real estate. My career is built on a foundation of deep local expertise and a relentless commitment […]
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The ADU Size Mistake That’s Costing San Jose Homeowners Thousands at Resale

The ADU Size Mistake That’s Costing San Jose Homeowners Thousands at Resale After years of representing buyers and sellers in the San Jose and Willow Glen markets, ADUs have been a hot topic among my clients. One big question they have is what does it do to their property value. While that question has many […]
Home Buying, Home Selling, Market Update, Real Estate

Michelle Elliott Featured on KTVU to Discuss the 2026 San Jose Housing Market

Navigating the 2026 San Jose Housing Market: Expert Insights from Michelle Elliott As we move through 2026, the San Jose housing market is undergoing a significant “Housing Reset.” While the frantic bidding wars of the early 2020s have stabilized, Silicon Valley remains one of the most competitive landscapes in the nation. To navigate this, buyers […]
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San Jose is officially ranked as the #5 hottest housing market for 2026! 🚀

🚨 SAN JOSE MARKET ALERT 🚨The latest Zillow data is in, and San Jose has secured its spot as the #5 Hottest Housing Market in the Nation for 2026. 🏠✨ ⚡️ With a median entry price of $1.6M, many are wondering: Is the Silicon Valley dream still attainable? 👀 Let’s find out! WATCH my real […]

Home Buying San Jose Real Estate Newsletter by Michelle Elliott Realtor San Jose Real Estate Newsletter The unfiltered truth about the San Jose market, delivered weekly. About the Author With over 20 years of experience navigating the fast-paced Silicon Valley market, I provide a strategic, results-driven approach to residential real estate. My career is built on a foundation of deep local expertise and a relentless commitment […]

Home Design The ADU Size Mistake That’s Costing San Jose Homeowners Thousands at Resale The ADU Size Mistake That’s Costing San Jose Homeowners Thousands at Resale After years of representing buyers and sellers in the San Jose and Willow Glen markets, ADUs have been a hot topic among my clients. One big question they have is what does it do to their property value. While that question has many […]

Home Buying Michelle Elliott Featured on KTVU to Discuss the 2026 San Jose Housing Market Navigating the 2026 San Jose Housing Market: Expert Insights from Michelle Elliott As we move through 2026, the San Jose housing market is undergoing a significant “Housing Reset.” While the frantic bidding wars of the early 2020s have stabilized, Silicon Valley remains one of the most competitive landscapes in the nation. To navigate this, buyers […]

Community San Jose is officially ranked as the #5 hottest housing market for 2026! 🚀 🚨 SAN JOSE MARKET ALERT 🚨The latest Zillow data is in, and San Jose has secured its spot as the #5 Hottest Housing Market in the Nation for 2026. 🏠✨ ⚡️ With a median entry price of $1.6M, many are wondering: Is the Silicon Valley dream still attainable? 👀 Let’s find out! WATCH my real […]

Home Selling 🏡 Just Listed – 171 E Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 This beautiful Japantown condo is sunny and bright and has been recently remodeled. This home has crisp white cabinetry and newer appliances. The open floor plan opens to the living room and the balcony beyond. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night in, the seamless flow from the kitchen to the living room […]

Home Buying 2026 Housing Market Outlook: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know 2026 Housing Market Outlook: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know As we look ahead to 2026, the housing market stands at an inflection point. After years of pandemic-era chaos, record-low rates, bidding war frenzy, and then the shock of rapid rate increases, the market is finally entering what experts are calling “The Great Housing […]

Home Buying December Market Update Volume is DOWN, but competition is… hotter than ever? 📉🔥 Here is your December snapshot for the Willow Glen (95125) housing market: 🏠 Inventory Tightened: Sales volume dropped 43% (only 18 homes sold!). 💥 Bidding Wars: Homes are closing at 103% of asking price. 💰 Price Jump: The median list price surged 20% to $2.67M. […]

Home Buying Willow Glen December Market Report Happy New Year, Willow Glen! 🥂 We are officially closing the book on 2025, and the final numbers tell a fascinating story. If you felt like the market took a slight breath at the end of the year, you weren’t imagining it. 🏡 Median Sales Price: ~$1.8M (Down slightly ~7.1% year-over-year — buyers, this is […]

Home Selling 2025 Recap – Here’s to New Beginnings, New Goals for the New Year! So thankful for every client who trusted me with one of the biggest decisions of their lives this year. Whether you bought, sold, invested, or just asked questions—I’m honored to be part of your journey this past year. Here’s to new goals, new keys, and new beginnings in the year ahead-2026! 🏡✨ About the Author […]