Michelle Balog

Michelle Balog

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With a career rooted in the high-stakes worlds of USC cinema and New York City photography, Michelle Balog brings an unparalleled editorial eye to Bay Area real estate. Having captured portraits of icons like Julia Stiles and Frankie Muniz, Michelle now applies that same meticulous composition to the curation of luxury listings. Known as the 'Agent’s Agent,' her reputation for discretion and integrity has made her the trusted advisor for industry peers and high-net-worth families alike. From the Victorian enclaves or highrise living of San Francisco, or to the hills of Oakland and Berkeley or to the coastal retreats of Alameda, Michelle doesn't just find houses; she secures architectural legacies.

Michelle Balog is the definitive choice for the discerning Bay Area client. As the co-author of the best-selling networking guide SKIRTWorking, Michelle has built her career on the alchemy of connection and a 'people-first' philosophy that transcends mere transactions. Her expertise is so highly regarded that fellow Realtors® frequently seek her personal representation—a testament to her unmatched market mastery.  

Michelle was recently invited to join the Christie’s International Real Estate Council, an invitation-only group representing the most elite agents within the global Christie’s network. This recognition reflects not only production, but leadership, integrity, and a consistent commitment to elevating the luxury real estate experience.

Whether she is orchestrating a multi-course culinary evening at her Alameda home or navigating a complex luxury acquisition, Michelle’s life and work are defined by a commitment to excellence and an unwavering eye for detail.
 

Get to know Michelle

What is your idea of perfect happiness?
Getting to walk my son to school every day with my husband and then making a call to our favorite client on the way back to our home office.  
What is your current state of mind?  
The sky is the limit!  I feel anything is possible if you want it enough.  
Which talent would you most like to have?
I would love to be able to play the piano.  I love that our son asked to for lessons at the age of 5.  
What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Giving birth to our son.  He is the most incredible person on the planet. 
Where would you most like to live?
Right were I am!
What is your most treasured possession?
A right hand large black onyx ring my husband gave me.  He has often said it isn't an everyday ring and my response is "it is for me!"
What is your most marked characteristic?
My long red hair.  I often wonder what I will do when I am 70! 
Who are your heroes in real life?
My mom.  Growing up in a traditional Greek Family she taught me that anything is possible for me if I want it enough and I always do the right thing! 
What is your motto?
Everything can be beautiful! 
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  • This is my second successful transaction with Michelle. That says it all in this market! The deal was smoothly handled with Michelle and her teams help and guidance. Micelle and her teams help prepping and staging the property was the reason I received maximum value for our property. Michelle has in-depth knowledge of the real estate market, trusted networks, supporting team, and implemented superior strategies which allowed me to do well in this process. Michelle and her team were so easy to work with and In making the complex real estate transaction a smooth process. She values long term relationships with her clients and whenever I needed advice,...
    — Jay And Ann T.
  • Michelle is a top producer for a reason! She is extremely professional and approachable, and has an incredible team in place. Michelle and her team were extremely responsive with any question we had or any action item we needed help with. It's really challenging to get vendors (painters, handymen, etc) to come to our place to get the house ready and she and William went above and beyond to help us. She also had a beautiful website and marketing materials. We have given her referrals in the past and continue to do so. She is an excellent realtor for San Francisco and I trust her completely.
    — Katherine
  • Michelle helped me and my husband sell and buy multiple properties over the last 15 years. She is very resourceful and always willing go the extra mile. We recently moved across the state before putting our home on the market and relied on her to get our home ready and sold in a timely manner. I'm forever grateful for everything Michelle has done for us. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to sell or purchase a home.
    — Amikami
  • Michelle is an outstanding agent. I have known her for nearly 20 years, and she helped me buy and sell several properties in San Francisco over this time. Her knowledge of the Bay Area real estate market is thorough, and comprehensive, and she will guide you through the sometimes intimidating process of inspections, disclosures, appraisals and offers. Most importantly, Michelle is always most concerned with making a sale or purchase that is right for you. She is available to talk anytime if there is a question, and she will keep you updated at every step in the process. I consider myself fortunate to have found her so long ago, and I can’t imagine e...
    — Ghisatake
  • This is the second home I’ve bought with Michelle as my agent. Michelle is incredibly thorough, trustworthy, and hard working. It is effortless to communicate with her, and her response time is spectacular. I am recommending her to all of my friends and family for their home purchases.
    — Sexton

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