Mary Macpherson is San Francisco's trusted real estate navigator. For over two decades, she has had the privilege of helping people find their place in this vibrant city, which she has called home in Russian Hill for years, raising her family in a Victorian on Union Street. Her roots here run deep, and her intimate understanding of every unique neighborhood--from the vibrant streets of Hayes Valley to the classic charm of Pacific Heights--means she doesn't just find houses; she helps clients discover where their life in San Francisco truly begins. With over $800 million in sales, Mary is consistently recognized among the top 1% of agents in San Francisco and across the U.S. Her journey in real estate led her from stellar tenures at Paragon and Compass to co-founding Vantage Realty in 2023 with Kathleen DiGrande, backed by national powerhouse Side Real Estate. At Vantage, she leads a team of 23 dedicated agents across the Bay Area, all committed to serving their clients with unparalleled excellence. Mary's background in investigative journalism instilled in her a tenacious research ethic and a sharp eye for negotiation. This means she's not just a real estate agent; she's a fierce advocate, working tirelessly to ensure every deal is seamless and delivers maximum value. It's why over 90% of her business comes from word-of-mouth referrals--a testament to the confidential, client-first approach she brings to every transaction. Beyond the deals, Mary is passionate about giving back to the community that has given her so much. She serves on the San Francisco Association of Realtors' DEI committee, mentors first-generation students through America Needs You, and is a member of the invitation-only SF Real Estate Roundtable of top city agents. Whether a client is looking for that perfect Victorian condo, a savvy multi-unit investment, or a dream luxury home, Mary's proven strategies and elite network of vendors are at their service. She helps make San Francisco home for her clients.
Community Involvement
Mary serves as a mentor with America Needs You, an organization dedicated to supporting first-generation college students. She's also a longtime member of San Francisco's prestigious Real Estate Roundtable, a 30+ year-old, invitation-only club of elite agents who represent the top agents of each brokerage in the City, and a member of San Francisco's Association of Realtors' Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Committee, mentoring new Realtors from BIPOC communities.
HOBBIES/INTEREST
When not at work, you'll find Mary in the gym, out on a run with her dogs or kayaking along the Russian River.
FAMILY
Mary and her husband, estate planning attorney Chris O'Connell, have four children, two big dogs and two very tolerant cats.