Meet Gretchen Swall
As a top-producing real estate advisor with 17 years of experience, Gretchen Swall brings a rare blend of precision, discretion, and strategy to every transaction. Her clients—executives, founders, and multigenerational families—rely on her to deliver seamless, high-touch service and exceptional results in Silicon Valley’s most competitive markets.
Gretchen personally manages every step of the process, offering her clients a single point of contact from preparation to close. Known for her thoughtful approach and calm execution, she brings deep market fluency, refined marketing instincts, and unmatched attention to detail.
Her previous career as a Managing Director at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch sharpened her ability to navigate complexity and think several moves ahead. Whether preparing a landmark listing, uncovering an off-market opportunity, or advising on market timing, Gretchen’s clients trust her for advice grounded in data, experience, and care.
Based in Los Altos and connected throughout the Stanford Circle cities, Gretchen works almost exclusively by referral. She has cultivated a national and local agent network through Compass that opens doors—often before they’re public.
Outside of work, she’s a proud mom of two high school athletes, a former NCAA lacrosse player, and a dedicated dog lover. You’ll often find her at football games, water polo matches, or sourcing inspiration for her next beautifully staged listing.
