About Us

Our story

Independently Owned

Lamorinda real estate firm, Village Associates Real Estate was founded in 2000 and is still the largest independently owned and operated real estate office in Contra Costa County. The firm has transformed the local real estate community and is the Lamorinda – Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda – area’s leading real estate company. Village Associates operates from a single office in Orinda, with 29 highly experienced agents and a dedicated staff of four.

Market Leading Performance

Each year since the company was established, Village Associates has outperformed all other real estate firms in the Lamorinda area in every key measure of comparison. In fact, nearly one of every four transactions taking place in Lamorinda since the inception of the firm has been facilitated by a Village Associates Agent. Visit our agents page to learn more about each Village Associate.

There is Power in Numbers

We believe our numbers speak for themselves. Our success directly reflects the success we deliver to our clients:

Number 1 sales office by dollar volume in Lamorinda
Over $540 million in gross sales in 2022
274 total transactions (2022)
#1 in both Orinda and Lamorinda for gross sales by individual office.
#1 in total number of units sold in both Lamorinda (209 units) and Orinda (123 units) by individual office

* Based on data supplied the Max EBRDI.Data accuracy cannot be guaranteed andalso may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

Our Qualifications

Our power is in our people. We are proud of our team and our accomplishments speak for themselves.

LIVE IN THE NEIGHBOR HOOD 99%

WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL IN LAMORINDA 50%

PARENTS 100%

Village agents have had 60 kids/grandkids in the school system

Village agents average 21+ years in the business

REPRESENT BUYERS AND SELLERS 70%

WOMEN 80%

Why Choose Village Associates

Local Knowledge

Village Associates Real Estate agents have a wide range of knowledge of the local area. Since we’ve been in business for more than 16 years, we know the market, understand the neighborhoods, schools and communities. We are confident we can help you find the way home.

Top Marketing

When you list with Village Associates you are listed in the Contra Costa Times in print, there is a virtual tour of your property with a YouTube video. We also post your listing on social networks including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and potential buyers have access to see your property 24×7 through our website.

Dedicated Support

Our support team is available 6 days a week to help you make your transaction as smooth as possible. We are well connected with mortgage brokers, interior designers, staging specialists and happy to refer you to a great person when the time is right for you.

Testimonials

We chose Karen and Hillary (Murphy) after interviewing several agents. We are so glad of our choice. Karen and Hillary are very knowledgeable, responsive, and made our selling and buying experience really enjoyable. We would choose them again without hesitation if we go into market again.

Anna

Buyer

Ann was a miracle worker. Not only did the house sell in one week but with multiple (7) offers. Just as important to me and my two daughters is her upbeat positive manner answering any and all questions and requests. Keeping us focused and in touch with reality.

Dora Bellport

Shannon did a very good job for us. I was very happy that we selected her to represent us on the sale of our family home in Orinda. Shannon is a genuine person. She took a sincere interest in representing us. She utilized efficiently the resources of her company. I recommend her with no hesitation.

Dave

My house sold for 20% over asking and it was a very easy Escrow. I couldn’t have asked for a better agent in Ignacio Vega.

Matthew L. Carden

Stock Broker

Lamorinda Market Report

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