About Colleen

Realtor in Santa Clara & Santa Cruz Counties Buy with Knowledge. Sell with Confidence. Colleen Kimmel is a trusted Realtor serving Santa Clara County and Santa Cruz County, specializing in Almaden Valley, South San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Seacliff, and surrounding Bay Area communities. A Bay Area native born in San Francisco and a long-time San Jose resident, Colleen brings deep local market knowledge and strategic insight into South Bay Peninsula real estate market. With more than 30 years of award-winning sales and negotiation experience prior to entering real estate, she approaches every transaction with professionalism, confidence, and a steady hand. Her background in high-level client advocacy allows her to skillfully navigate complex negotiations, shifting market conditions, and emotionally significant life transitions. Colleen is a: • Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) • 1031 Exchange Specialist • Certified Probate & Trust Real Estate Specialist She regularly assists clients navigating downsizing, estate and trust sales, investment property exchanges, and other complex transactions — always providing clarity, discretion, and compassionate guidance. Selling Your Home in Santa Clara or Santa Cruz County When selling a home in the greater San Jose and Santa Cruz area, strategic positioning is essential. Colleen creates customized marketing plans designed to maximize exposure and attract qualified buyers. From data-driven pricing and property preparation to professional marketing campaigns and skilled negotiation, she positions each home to achieve optimal results in today’s competitive Silicon Valley market. Her past clients span communities throughout the South Bay and Santa Cruz County, reflecting both her local expertise and strong referral network. Buying a Home in the South Bay or Santa Cruz Coast For buyers, Colleen provides data-driven market insights, competitive offer strategies, and in-depth neighborhood expertise across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties. Whether purchasing a primary residence, second home, coastal retreat, or investment property, clients benefit from her attentive communication, strategic negotiation skills, and steady guidance throughout the process. Colleen believes real estate is about more than buying and selling homes — it’s about helping people move confidently into their next chapter. If you’re looking for an experienced Realtor in Santa Clara County or Santa Cruz County, Colleen Kimmel is ready to help you buy with knowledge and sell with confidence.