Jennifer Burden & Carren Shagley — Top San Francisco Listing Agents: 7 Powerful Reasons Sellers Trust Their Team 

If you're searching for top San Francisco listing agents, you're likely thinking about selling your home and you want confidence in the outcome.

Not guesswork. Not unnecessary stress. Not wondering what's happening behind the scenes.

You want experienced professionals who understand the San Francisco market at a neighborhood level and know how to position your home for maximum impact.

That's exactly what Jennifer Burden and Carren Shagley, Associate Brokers at Legacy Real Estate, deliver. With over half a billion dollars in total sales and many hundreds of successfully closed homes, they've built a reputation as trusted advisors for sellers across San Francisco.

Below is a closer look at what sets their approach apart and why so many clients choose to work with them again and again.

Trusted With Over Half a Billion in San Francisco Home Sales

In a market as nuanced and competitive as San Francisco, experience isn't just helpful, it's mission-critical.

Jennifer and Carren have guided sellers through more than half a billion dollars in closed transactions, representing hundreds of successful home sales. Their consistent record of selling homes above asking price reflects a disciplined ability to create strong buyer demand and negotiate effectively on behalf of their clients.

What This Means for You as a Seller

For homeowners, this track record translates into something very real: confidence.

It means your pricing strategy is grounded in deep market knowledge. It means your home is positioned to generate early momentum, often the single biggest driver of strong offers in San Francisco. And it means that when offers arrive, you have seasoned negotiators working to protect your interests and maximize your outcome.

Their typical listing moves efficiently, too. The majority of their listings sell within 30 days for an average of 113.98% over list price — an important advantage for sellers balancing timing, logistics, and next-step planning.

In short, their track record reflects not just activity, but repeatable, strategic results.

Consistent Recognition Across the Industry

Jennifer and Carren's performance has been recognized by multiple national and local organizations, including SFist Best Real Estate Agents (2024), Fast Expert Top Agent (2025), HomeLight Award recognition, and America's Best RealTrends rankings for 2024 through 2026. They have also earned the Tom Ferry Award and recognition among America's Top 100 producers.

While awards are never the goal, they do reinforce what clients already experience firsthand: a high level of professionalism, responsiveness, and consistent production year after year.

Hyperlocal Expertise That Positions Your Home to Win

San Francisco is not a one-size-fits-all market. Pricing, preparation, and buyer demand can vary dramatically block by block.

Jennifer and Carren bring deep experience across many of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods, including Noe Valley, Glen Park, Bernal Heights, Mission Terrace, and the Mission District. Each of these areas attracts a distinct buyer profile, and their strategy reflects those nuances. If you're selling in Bernal Heights, you may want to review the latest Bernal Real Estate Market Update or explore insights into 5 Things to Know When Selling in Bernal Heights.

Rather than simply listing a property, they focus on positioning it within the broader lifestyle story of the neighborhood, highlighting walkability, local amenities, architectural character, and the day-to-day living experience that today's buyers are shopping for.

This hyperlocal approach is one of the key drivers behind their consistent seller outcomes.

Concierge-Level Preparation Without the Upfront Cash

One of the biggest questions sellers face is whether, and how, to prepare their home for market.

Jennifer and Carren offer access to a Concierge Loan at 0% APR, giving sellers the ability to complete strategic improvements before listing without paying out of pocket upfront. This may include fresh paint, flooring updates, landscaping improvements, or addressing deferred maintenance items that could otherwise impact buyer perception. The loan is repaid at the close of escrow, directly from the proceeds of your home sale. There's nothing to pay out of pocket before or during the listing process, it's settled when the transaction closes.

When considering updates resources like Staging Success: Creating an Irresistible Interior for Potential Buyers, and our Before & After examples can help you understand where improvements typically deliver the strongest return. 

Just as importantly, they manage the process from start to finish. Sellers aren't left coordinating contractors or juggling timelines. The goal is simple: present your home in its strongest possible light while keeping the process manageable and low-stress.

Marketing Designed for How San Francisco Buyers Actually Shop

Today's buyers begin their search online, and first impressions happen fast.

Jennifer and Carren's marketing platform is built around high-impact digital presentation paired with thoughtful neighborhood storytelling. Their listings typically include professional video, high-end photography, custom property materials, QR-enabled marketing, and targeted paid and organic social media exposure.

Equally important is how they frame the property within the surrounding community, highlighting nearby parks, cafes, schools, and everyday conveniences that help buyers emotionally connect before they ever step through the door.

For sellers, this translates into stronger early engagement and more qualified buyer traffic.

Strategic Negotiation When It Matters Most

Generating interest is only part of the equation. Protecting the seller's position during negotiations is where experienced representation becomes invaluable.

Their consistent record of achieving above list price reflects a disciplined approach to offer management, timing strategy, and term negotiation. Whether navigating multiple-offer situations or carefully structuring a single strong offer, their focus remains the same: secure the strongest overall outcome for the seller.

Clear Communication, Smooth Process, Zero Surprises

Selling a home doesn't have to feel like a second job. Jennifer and Carren have built their entire process around making the experience as smooth, low-stress, and, dare we say it, fun as possible. Our clients aren't just satisfied. They're enthusiastic:

"Carren and Jennifer are an absolute joy to work with! They are endlessly upbeat, patient, and knowledgeable."

"They dealt with everything behind the scenes for us. We have 2 kids and not much spare time, and Jennifer and Carren made this the easiest experience ever."

One of the most consistent themes in client feedback is how supported sellers feel throughout the process. Check out more 5 Star reviews for Jennifer Burden & Carren Shagley on Yelp, Zillow, and Google Business. 

Clients frequently describe the experience as smooth, organized, and highly responsive — particularly valuable during what can otherwise be a complex and emotional transaction. With clear updates, proactive guidance, and a calm, solutions-oriented approach, Jennifer and Carren work to remove friction at every stage of the sale. You can read more about why communication matters in The Importance of Communication in Real Estate.

Why San Francisco Sellers Choose Jennifer & Carren

At the end of the day, sellers aren't just hiring an agent — they're choosing a strategy partner.

Homeowners who work with Jennifer Burden (DRE #01407698) and Carren Shagley (DRE #00858254) consistently cite the same advantages: thoughtful preparation, smart pricing, strong negotiation, and a process that feels far more manageable than expected. 

For sellers in Noe Valley, Glen Park, Bernal Heights, the Mission, and surrounding San Francisco neighborhoods, their combination of data-driven strategy and hands-on service continues to deliver measurable results.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here.

Sellers across San Francisco's most sought-after neighborhoods trust Jennifer and Carren to protect their interests, maximize their outcome, and make the process feel manageable. If you're ready to find out what your home could sell for — and what a strategic, well-prepared listing looks like — we're ready when you are. 

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