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01327948
All Reviews
All2023 (3 Homes)
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
Marcus and his partner Justin are THE team to go to to make the grueling home-buying process SO much easier, even under fairly strained circumstances. They are great resources for 1) EFFICIENCY and SPEED. My partner and I stumbled upon our dream home 20 hours before offers were due. At that point, we had only been working with Marcus and Justin for two days, and had no pre-approvals nor even a specific lender in mind. Despite that, Justin put an offer together with lightning speed so we wouldn’t miss our chance at this beautiful place. Marcus became our go-to once our offer was accepted, and he was ready to answer any of my bizarre questions at any time while still doing all the paperwork and advocacy on our behalf. He was incredibly responsive — trust me, when you’re in the thick of... Show More
Marcus was everything you could ask for in a real estate agent. He was knowledgable, a great listener, a good communicator, and an utmost professional, taking care of details that would not have crossed our minds. He went above and beyond every step of the way, and we always felt like we were in good hands.
2022 (5 Homes)
Marcus is an amazing Real Estate agent! He helped me purchase a home in Northern California. Marcus helped negotiate the terms of the sale with the seller in a very efficient manner and I was able to get the house at the price/terms that I wanted. If you are looking for an experienced Real Estate Agent that can help you navigate the complex nature of California transactions, Marcus is your guy!
Marcus and Justin were a great team. The transaction was very smooth and they provided time appropriate communication. The closing couldn't have gone any smoother.
Customer did not leave review comments.
Multi-family home seller closed Jul '22
547 - 549 Texas St, San Francisco, CA
547 - 549 Texas St, San Francisco, CA
$2M • 6 Bed, 2 Bath, 2492 Sq. Ft.
We enjoyed working with Marcus. He was well informed and communicated very clearly. Moreover, he really listened to what we wanted. Would highly recommend him!
Marcus is an amazing real estate agent. Throughout the process Marcus gave us a great buying experience, with amazing walk through with useful insights. When it came to the purchasing phase Marcus explained all the steps and was very helpful in ensuring all the right things were happening. I would highly recommend Marcus.
2021 (3 Homes)
Working with Marcus and Justin surpassed expectations. Justin tirelessly coordinated showings and presented offers in the complex and rapidly evolving SF housing market. Once I finally had an offer accepted, Marcus and Justin were professional, organized, and communicative allowing the transaction to complete smoothly on a fast timeline and without any problems. Both are highly recommended!
Condo buyer closed Jun '21
2002 3rd St #116, San Francisco, CA
2002 3rd St #116, San Francisco, CA
$825K • 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath, 855 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Marcus and his team were great every step of the way. We reached out to Marcus on a whim but never considered other options because they were so great the whole way. They kept us informed, answered all of our questions, and helped us get our dream home! Thank you!
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
2020 (8 Homes)
We found Marcus through a referral and he was amazing to work with through out the entire process! From the initial virtual call, to meeting in person during tours, to holding our hand (first time home buyers here) through every seemly dumb question during escrow and close. Once we closed, he helped to transition us into homeownership with advice and recommendations on contractors and maintenance. We couldn’t have been more happy to work with Marcus and would have no trouble recommending him to close friends and family!
Customer did not leave review comments.
Condo buyer closed Sep '20
1501 Greenwich St #207, San Francisco, CA
1501 Greenwich St #207, San Francisco, CA
$1.38M • 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1064 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
I loved working with Marcus, Ryan and the whole Helm Team! They made this process so easy for a first time home buyer. I would recommend them to anyone I know who is looking to buy a home.
Customer did not leave review comments.
I'm a first time home-buyer. From the start, Ryan and Marcus were very warm, attentive, and clear with me on how to prepare and what to expect from the process, always expressing that my comfort comes first, helping me set expectations about potential compromises, and most importantly emphasising that this journey is one of relationship-building. Despite the circumstances (a global pandemic), I felt like I was well taken care of on both the search and closing fronts. I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly my particular process ended up being. Thank you, Marcus and Ryan for helping me out!
This is the second time I've work with Marcus and I had another great experience. At the beginning of October 2019 when I met up with Marcus for a quick catch-up just to get a state of the local RE market until mid-January when we closed the sale, Marcus guided me expertly through the process. I'm really thankful as I live overseas therefore couldn't be as available and hands-on as other sellers might be, so I relied on Marcus to help with a lot of the prep and process locally. He kept me updated and informed throughout and I always felt represented my best interests during the process. If I'm ever considering returning to the Bay Area I'll be sure to give Marcus a call when I do.
Condo seller closed Jan '20
2999 California St #42, San Francisco, CA
2999 California St #42, San Francisco, CA
$949K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 989 Sq. Ft.
great agent. really looked out for our wellbeing and helped us navigate through some tricky family situations and timing. really felt like we were his most important clients. always available via phone and responses were prompt and quick.
House seller closed Jan '20
443 Capistrano Ave, San Francisco, CA
443 Capistrano Ave, San Francisco, CA
$1.61M • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1734 Sq. Ft.
2019 (4 Homes)
This was our third real estate transaction with Marcus, and in all three he was savvy, professional, responsive, thorough and in all regards a pleasure to work with. I have the highest regard for his experience and abilities, and recommend him without reservation.
House seller closed Dec '19
166 Meadowbrook Dr, San Francisco, CA
166 Meadowbrook Dr, San Francisco, CA
$1.26M • 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1300 Sq. Ft.
Marcus and Helm Real Estate is top notch. I truly felt that I was their most important client. I was able to reach Marcus by phone, text, email very easily and Marcus really went out of his way to help my family through this process. He met me late at night, helped facilitate meetings, kept me informed every step of the way. If you're considering working with Marcus, do it. Straight-shooter, even keeled, transparent and incredibly helpful.
There are real estate agents and there are GREAT real estate agents. Marcus falls under the latter camp! Without Marcus, my husband and I don't think we would have gotten the home we purchased in March. From the start, Marcus was a straight shooter and went above and beyond to ask selling agents questions on our behalf and scope out homes in advance of us seeing them. In a market like the Bay Area, you not only need someone who will be competitive along with you, but also someone you can trust. Marcus is, hands down, both. When it finally came down to putting an offer on our new home, Marcus was with us every step of the way...evaluating comps, working with the Seller/Agent consistently to ensure we were top of mind, serious buyers and negotiating on our behalf throughout to the finish... Show More
When I first met Marcus, I knew I had the right
Agent to sell my brother’s house. Marcus and his team
took care of everything. Amazing operation!
I would definitely recommend Marcus Miller.
2018 (7 Homes)
Ryan and Marcus have been very helpful throughout the whole searching process, offer submission and up to the close of escrow. On point with their communication and guidance. I will highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a home, especially in San Francisco.
Condo buyer closed Dec '18
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
$790K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 795 Sq. Ft.
Marcus and his team were fantastic!! We are first home buyers, he put us at ease and answered all our random questions. I will make sure to use Marcus again if I'm ever going sell or buy a house again.
House buyer closed Aug '18
26703 Trinidad St, Hayward, CA
26703 Trinidad St, Hayward, CA
$762K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1188 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Customer did not leave review comments.
House seller closed Jul '18
26350 Ocean View Ave, Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
26350 Ocean View Ave, Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
$5.46M • 4 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 2535 Sq. Ft.
I had the pleasure of working with Ryan and Marcus on my new construction condo. I found them both as friendly, approachable and professional, and thought their service was top notch. They made sure to provide me with helpful updates throughout the process. I was always in the loop and made aware of what the next steps would be. Looking back, I especially appreciated that they made sure everything went smoothly towards the end when I was closing my escrow. Overall, it was a seamless experience working with them.
Condo buyer closed Apr '18
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
$875K • First-time buyer
Marcus is truly remarkable to work with and we feel so lucky that we found him because we are now living in our dream home in SF's Noe Valley! Marcus is very professional and personable and helped make our home-buying experience smooth and easy. His years of experience in SF and his understanding of the market here are impressive and were hugely beneficial for us. Marcus's guidance helped us win an offer on the first home we saw, and he helped us through the process to close in three weeks. We know that there were a lot of logistics going on behind the scenes that Marcus handled for us so that we did not have to worry about a single thing. After closing, Marcus has continued to check in to make sure our move went well and to share resources he has for helping us get settled. We would... Show More
Condo buyer closed Feb '18
4358 23rd St, San Francisco, CA
4358 23rd St, San Francisco, CA
$1.5M • 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 1139 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
This was my second real estate transaction with Marcus, because he perform so well in the first transaction. He brought the same high level of professionalism and competence to this sale as he did previously on a purchase. His advice and strategic ideas positioned the unusual property for a quick and profitable sale. His counsel during the sale in enabled us to overcome some timing and financing obstacles on the buyers end, and resulted in a winning outcome for both parties. I will enthusiastically recommend Marcus to any one needing a realtor.
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
Multi-family home seller closed Jan '18
882-888 Carolina St, San Francisco, CA
882-888 Carolina St, San Francisco, CA
$3.8M • 4 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 3327 Sq. Ft.
2017 (9 Homes)
Took charge of getting my house ready for sale while I was out of the country! Made a stressful situation as easy as possible.
Customer did not leave review comments.
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
Condo buyer closed Nov '17
451 Kansas St #526, San Francisco, CA
451 Kansas St #526, San Francisco, CA
$1.18M • 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 972 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
This team was a dream to work with. Attentive, accommodating, always professional, yet personable. We feel very lucky to have gotten them. The entire process was so easy for us because of Marcus and his partner, Ryan.
Marcus and Ryan were great throughout our home-buying process. They went out of their way to ensure all of our questions were answered, and they were always available when needed.
House buyer closed Jun '17
721 Delano Ave, San Francisco, CA
721 Delano Ave, San Francisco, CA
$1.18M • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 1641 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Marcus and his colleague, Ryan Bakalarski, helped me purchase a home in San Francisco. Everyone knows this can be a very overwhelming process. I found Marcus and Ryan to be very knowledgeable, accessible, and easy to work with. They were willing to show me houses when it was convenient for me and also were willing to meet me at open houses if I preferred that. They were thoughtful and informed about how much to offer for a house, and I did not feel like they were just pushing me to offer the highest bid so that they could make the most money. They never pushed me to put an offer on a house that I was not comfortable with. After we were successful in purchasing a house, they remained accessible and available for questions and for referrals that I might need for people to help me with the... Show More
Working with Marcus was a real pleasure! I have a hyper busy work schedule and really needed someone who was willing to be flexible and go the extra mile to help the process along. Marcus was highly organized and constantly on task and worked well with my schedule. I see him as a solid resource and would not hesitate to recommend him as an agent weather you are buying or selling.
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
Condo buyer closed Apr '17
2697 22nd St, San Francisco, CA
2697 22nd St, San Francisco, CA
$1.18M • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1295 Sq. Ft. • New construction
Marcus guided me through the process of selling my first property from start to finish with patience and professionalism, educating me along the way which gave me great confidence in my decisions. The outcome was highly satisfying. And as I was traveling in the time leading up to the close of the sale, he went above and beyond by managing a variety of details that would normally have fallen to me if I had been available. I am very grateful for his assistance throughout the entire process, and would be pleased to refer him.
Condo seller closed Mar '17
990 Duncan St Unit 204g, San Francisco, CA
990 Duncan St Unit 204g, San Francisco, CA
$836K • 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1175 Sq. Ft.
2016 (3 Homes)
Marcus did an excellent job selling our house in South San Francisco. He kept us informed at all times regarding open houses, interest in the property, and offers for purchase of the property. I would recommend Marcus to anyone interested in purchasing or selling a house.
House seller closed Oct '16
3900 Chatham Ct, South San Francisco, CA
3900 Chatham Ct, South San Francisco, CA
$900K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1540 Sq. Ft.
Marcus is a fantastic Realtor. He is there to consult, answer questions, provide support throughout the process(think Real Estate Psychotherapy) and offer helpful suggestions based on years of experience.
My wife and I offer our highest recommendation.
House buyer closed Sep '16
San Ramon, CA
San Ramon, CA
$1.19M • 4 Bed, 4 Bath, 2338 Sq. Ft. • New construction
My husband and I own homes in other states, but we recently purchased our first home in San Francisco. Marcus was a huge help. I've never found realtors very friendly and rarely find that they genuinely care. Marcus broke that stereotype. He carefully guided us recommending the best climate possible when it came to neighborhoods and home type (he introduced a traditional barrel-front marina style home). He was savvy enough to find us a home listed as a 2 bedroom, but truly a 3 bedroom. It was only missing a wall and door (an inexpensive fix). So, it fit our price range and our style choice and should appreciate nicely in the years to come. Our neighbors are spectacular. It feels as though we're living in a small town. Who would have guessed that any realtor would have put so much... Show More
2015 (7 Homes)
Customer did not leave review comments.
Customer did not leave review comments.
Marcus was absolutely fabulous guiding us through the sale of our home of 40 years. Our house was old and everything that could go wrong did during the 9 months it took to get it on the market. He was always available and responsive as we handled each issue. He never panicked or got upset when problems came up His knowledge and resources were invaluable as we went through the process.
If I could use all the superlatives in the world, I would use them to describe Marcus. He is a warm and fuzzy human being who truly takes care of his real estate clients. Besides that, he is really smart, has a cool head, and is knowledgeable beyond belief about the real estate business. What else can I say? He's awesome! He's done three different real estate transactions for my husband and me in the last few years, and obviously we cannot say enough good about him. If you want to buy a place or sell a place, call him. He's amazing!
Marcus is so experienced in the Bay Area. I'm not sure what we would have done without him. He worked with us for almost a year and a half as we explored real estate in SF, Marin and the east Bay. When the time was right for us, he moved quickly and we were successful. He is exactly what you want in an adviser and an agent.
Marcus is a very professional and skillful realtor. He is reachable, patient and reliable. He worked hard with us and found our dreamed home. He helped us to make the deal successful and follow through all of the details. Thanks Marcus!!!
Marcus was fabulous from the beginning to the very end. He was easy to work with, always accessible and knowledgeable. He provided guidance and expertise and was always open to discussing our ideas. Thanks to Marcus and his team of professionals we were able to sell our property quickly and above asking price.
House seller closed May '15
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
$1.61M • 3 Bed, 2 Bath
2014 (8 Homes)
Marcus was professional, thorough, diligent and kept moving toward our goal of selling my property. His experience made me value his judgment and advice. I felt he was always on my side throughout the sales process, so doing business with him was trouble-free.
Condo seller closed Dec '14
1740 Laguna St #301, San Francisco, CA
1740 Laguna St #301, San Francisco, CA
$875K • 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1100 Sq. Ft.
Marcus is respectful, of high integrity, thorough, professional and has excellent skill at preparing a home for sale. He has a robust set of relationships with other agents and brokers, and skilled contractors . Also, he has a keen eye to the budget. In my opinion, he is the best. David Kimball
High recommend Marcus. He is on the case, organized, responsive, and listens to what your needs are. Best of all he is not pushy…. he is not interested in just making a quick sale. He really tries to help you find your dream home.
Condo buyer closed Nov '14
1845 Leavenworth St #203, San Francisco, CA
1845 Leavenworth St #203, San Francisco, CA
$1.15M • 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath, 1173 Sq. Ft.
Marcus is the best!! Right from the beginning he was so focused on looking out for my best interest in the entire process. He stays in contact via text, email and phone on a daily basis. He held quality open houses and closed our sale very quickly above our asking price. If your looking for a classy and a nose to the grind stone Realtor, Marcus is your man!!
Marcus is absolutely amazing! I just purchased my first condo in SF all thanks to him! He was my advocate from the very beginning and was excellent in guiding me through the entire process. He is incredibly responsive via texts, calls and emails. I was always completely aware of what was going on and the next steps would be. He kept me sane through a stressful process. I don't know what I would have done without him! I highly recommend Marcus for all your real estate needs. It is your loss if you choose any other realtor!
Condo buyer closed Sep '14
140 South Van Ness Ave #430, San Francisco, CA
140 South Van Ness Ave #430, San Francisco, CA
$377K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 795 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Marcus was very attentive to our needs and answered all of our questions and returned all of our calls/text messages very quickly. He went above and beyond in helping us negotiate a purchase price for our new home. We are so very fortunate to have enlisted Marcus' skills to help us find the right home in the right location.
House buyer closed Sep '14
3900 Chatham Ct, South San Francisco, CA
3900 Chatham Ct, South San Francisco, CA
$743K • 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 1620 Sq. Ft.
We were referred to Marcus by a close friend. Being new to the market in San Francisco, Marcus provided the strong support each step of the way so that we could make informed and rational decisions. Marcus was very patient with our amateur questions and inquiries and provided prompt responses to them at all times. His experience and insight into the San Francisco market assisted us tremendously when it came to submitting a strong offer and also negotiating terms with the sellers. Despite being on vacation, Marcus made it a point to follow up with us regularly and address our concerns. His strong network of service providers made it easier for us to go to him with all our home buying needs. After the close of escrow, Marcus reached out to us and ensured that all our needs were met and we... Show More
Multi-family home buyer closed May '14
1358 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA
1358 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA
$1.36M • 7 Bed, 4 Bath, 3584 Sq. Ft.
I can't speak highly enough about working with Marcus and John. Even if I try hard, I can't think of a complaint I could have about their dedication, effort, expertise and willingness to explain every last thing to me. If you have the opportunity to work with them, do it.
2013 (11 Homes)
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
Condo buyer closed Dec '13
400 Beale St #702, San Francisco, CA
400 Beale St #702, San Francisco, CA
$334K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 675 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Oct '13
263 Staples Ave, San Francisco, CA
263 Staples Ave, San Francisco, CA
$715K • 2 Bed, 1 Bath • First-time buyer
Customer did not leave review comments.
Marcus rocks! As newbies to the SF Bay area real estate market, he was our guide and chief advocate in charge of pulling off a miracle in a crazy real estate market.
He met an impossible deadline to find us the right home in the single zip code we wanted AND the views we craved with the perfect combination of charm, wit, compassion and tenacious negotiation on our behalf.
Proud to be his client. I highly recommend him and the team of professionals he brings to execute on his clients’ behalf.
He is a Broker Associate god!
House buyer closed Oct '13
620 Lockhaven Dr, Pacifica, CA
620 Lockhaven Dr, Pacifica, CA
$620K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1220 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
Condo buyer closed Jun '13
1885 Vallejo St #5, San Francisco, CA
1885 Vallejo St #5, San Francisco, CA
$735K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath • First-time buyer
We worked with Marcus in selling our San Francisco home. One of the things that helped us choose him was his demonstrated ability to produce gorgeous marketing materials, from handouts and small brochures to full "mini-magazines" and narrated video tours. Another point in his favor was Marcus's huge network of experts to draw on. Over and over, he pointed us in the right direction when we sought contractors, packers, movers, housekeepers, landscapers and other experts in home-selling preparation. Finally, and probably most importantly, he managed our expectations well, explaining what the ramifications of certain improvement-before-marketing decisions could be on the final pricing. We would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who asks.
Marcus provided excellent professional guidance throughout the buying process. He was dedicated to helping me find a home and I truly felt like I had a partner throughout my search. He worked tirelessly to find the right property for me and we prevaled over 39 other offers. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a qualified real estate agent.
House buyer closed Jun '13
Daly City, CA
Daly City, CA
$561K • 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 1140 Sq. Ft.
Marcus was incredibly helpful. We had a unique situation and vision. He met with us to learn more, did all the research, was generous to look at properties ahead of time and then found us the perfect house. He was remarkable when it came to the closing of the house: from financing to inspections to ensuring the seller followed through on some loose ends...Marcus was on top of everything. He made buying our first home in SF an enjoyable process that we were able to confidently engage in! Thank you Marcus!
Multi-family home buyer closed Apr '13
351-353 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA
351-353 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA
$2M
His communication was super fast. It is excellent. He instructed us what needed to do, step by step; worked out with our loan office to get the transaction went smooth and fast. He replied his phone call, email, text... right away. Good Job, Marcus. Thank You very much. Without his professional work, I don't think I could get this property.
Marcus is truly exceptional - literally: I spent six months on the market, and went through two real estate agents, before we met. After less than a month with Marcus, I became the owner of an outstanding 3BR/2.5BA single family home, in the neighborhood of my choice, at a great price. He was the first real estate agent who was willing to believe in me, take me seriously, be proactive, protect my interests, and keep my head in the game. He is a diligent, reliable advocate, and handled everything, start to finish. He works with only the best people, from escrow to inspector. When you imagine how difficult things were for me before we met, what Marcus has helped me to achieve is simply astounding.
House buyer closed Mar '13
7 Jakey Ct, San Francisco, CA
7 Jakey Ct, San Francisco, CA
$565K • 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2004 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
Marcus is very easy to work with and very attentive to his clients' needs and wishes.
2012 (6 Homes)
Marcus was instrumental in helping me decide on which home was right for me and making sure I was asking the right questions. The process can be long and stressful but Marcus made sure when the time came that we were ready to move and aggressively pursue the desired unit. Having a helpful partner with the knowledge and experience to walk me through the process and get me from viewing to offer to closing was invaluable. As a first-time buyer it was great to have someone like Marcus on my side and I would not hesitate to refer him to anyone else looking for a home.
Customer did not leave review comments.
He is absolutely fantastic!
Condo buyer closed Nov '12
77 Van Ness #505, San Francisco, CA
77 Van Ness #505, San Francisco, CA
$640K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 947 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
I have bought and sold 9 homes and Marcus was the best realtor I've had. He is professional, knowledgeable about the quirks of the SF market and great with negotiation. I had zero stress thanks to him in this transaction for a TIC where one of my co-tenants wasn't thrilled about my 3 dogs. Marcus finessed his way through the resistance and got me into my place! It's as if he becomes Zen with his clients and can anticipate their every need and concern and handles it without your having to say anything.. If you want a stress free and successful real estate transaction, Marcus is your man. Thank you Marcus!!!!!
Marcus has been our realtor for over 5 years and is wonderful. He is attentive and has great follow up
Customer did not leave review comments.
2011 (3 Homes)
This guy was marvelous. I'd recommend him without reservation. In fact, we are planning to buy another property in S.F. and will definitely be using him again.
House buyer closed Oct '11
44b Lundys Lane, San Francisco, CA
44b Lundys Lane, San Francisco, CA
$570K
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Dec '11
1416 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA
1416 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA
$1.16M
Professional, detail-oriented, honest, and 'on the ball'. I classify Marcus as a wiseman.
From a repeat developer client of many years