Gema Smith

Compass

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

About
Gema S. Smith has been an influential pioneer in the luxury real estate industry for over 30 years. With a reputation for providing first-class service and garnering impeccable results for her clients, Gema’s accomplishments have earned her mentions in San Jose Magazine as well as two State of California Senate Certificates of Recognition.

Gema Smith has earned the nationally recognized Seniors Real Estate Specialist® designation from the SRES® Council of the National Association of REALTORS®. She successfully completed the comprehensive course in understanding the needs, considerations, and goals of real estate buyers and sellers ages 55 and older.

long-time member of the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors (SCCAOR) and California Association of Realtors (CAR), as well as a Certified REO & SHORT SALE Specialist with The Five Star Institute. She is also a two-time Santa Clara County Chapter President of NHORA (National Hispanic Organization of Real Estate Associates).
Highlights *
21
Recent sales
$1.54M
Median price
34
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
9340 Vintner Cir
Patterson, CA 95363
8/25/2026 $355,000 Seller
6147 Country Club Pkwy #PY
San Jose, CA 95138
8/17/2026 $1,700,000 Seller
4626 Greenmeadows Ave
Torrance, CA 90505
6/4/2026 $1,340,000 Buyer
1200 W Winton Ave #203
Hayward, CA 94545
5/22/2026 $379,000 Buyer
1077 Duncan Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
5/11/2026 $1,550,000 Seller

Transaction History *

Seller Deals

Total Deals
15
Total Value
$22,785,000
Median Sale Price
$1,625,000
Price Range
$0 - $2.7M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
6
Total Value
$5,770,000
Median Sale Price
$859,500
Price Range
$280K - $1.74M

Sales Volume Timeline

Gema Smith’s production volume for the past 3 year period Q1 ’24 Q1 2024 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2024): $7.4M Q2 ’24 Q2 2024 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2024): $0 Q3 ’24 Q3 2024 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2024): $5.7M Q4 ’24 Q4 2024 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2024): $0 Q1 ’25 Q1 2025 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2025): $4.6M Q2 ’25 Q2 2025 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2025): $0 Q3 ’25 Q3 2025 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2025): $2.4M Q4 ’25 Q4 2025 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2025): $1.7M Q1 ’26 Q1 2026 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2026): $1.5M Q2 ’26 Q2 2026 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2026): $3.3M Q3 ’26 Q3 2026 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026): $2.1M Q1 2024 Total Sales $7.4M Q2 2024 Total Sales $0 Q3 2024 Total Sales $5.7M Q4 2024 Total Sales $0 Q1 2025 Total Sales $4.6M Q2 2025 Total Sales $0 Q3 2025 Total Sales $2.4M Q4 2025 Total Sales $1.7M Q1 2026 Total Sales $1.5M Q2 2026 Total Sales $3.3M Q3 2026 Total Sales $2.1M

Sales volume is shown for complete quarters only.

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (31)

Reviewers say

Reviewers often praise Gema’s market knowledge, professionalism, responsiveness, and clear guidance through buying and selling. They also value her personal, supportive approach, practical preparation and coordination, and skill in handling complex transactions, with many describing smooth, successful experiences.

user1531605
Feb 18, 2026

I had a great experience working with Gema Smith and her team, including Xavier Santana, to sell my San Jose home. They moved quickly, staged the property beautifully, and gave smart, practical recommendations that clearly helped maximize value. I originally found Gema after she successfully sold a friend’s home in our neighborhood — I figured if she could sell that one, she could sell anything, and she proved me right. Their responsiveness, professionalism, and deep knowledge of the local market made the process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone buying or selling.

Zillow Verified

SeanGreen00
Oct 22, 2025

Gema helped us with so many necessary steps we needed to complete before we were ready to sell our home. Her experience, responsiveness, knowledge of the area and the entire process was key for us to have a successful sale. Thank you, Gema!

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jvaca95
Apr 10, 2024

I’m so happy I found Gema to help me sell my home. She came recommended through a friend’s parents who also used her. I found Gema personable and reliable. She followed through whenever she said she’d do something, which put me at ease knowing that she was there for me. Gema helped increase the value of my home before putting it on the market just by making suggestions that I would’ve never thought of. She knows what helps a home sell. After listing it she offered me her advice but never pressured me. Gema was able to get me more than I expected. I’m so grateful I had her on my side.

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robertjmarin
Aug 14, 2021

Got me a house within a month after being pre-qualified. Amazing work. Cares about you and makes sure you're happy with your home purchase. Wont sale you any home that doesn't benefit you.

Zillow Verified

iriegirl8055
Nov 18, 2020

Gema helped me achieve my dream property! She helped me get the best offer possible. She is knowledgeable, assertive and efficient. She made the listing process smooth and stress free.

Zillow Verified

Professional Info

Brokerage

Compass
1183 Minnesota Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
CA 01128805

Awards

  • Top producer and recognized as a Top Listing and Sales agent
  • Seniors Real Estate Specialist®
  • 37+ Years Collective Experience In Real Estate
  • 200+ Transactions to Date
  • $150M+ Total sales to Date

Specialties

  • Age-restricted communities
  • Flipping & rehab
  • Luxury properties
  • Relocation

Designations

  • CNE
  • LHC
  • SFR®
  • SRES®
  • SRS

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Hobbies

  • Community Activities
  • Fitness & Exercise
  • Health & Wellness
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Travel
  • Volunteering

Education

California Baptist University
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration & Political Science

Top Cities *

San Jose

  • 12 sales past 3 years
  • 39 days on market
  • $1.74M median price

Sunnyvale

  • 2 sales past 3 years
  • 176 days on market
  • $1.53M median price

Manteca

  • 2 sales past 3 years
  • 29 days on market
  • $525K median price

*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.