Business Details
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Pleasanton, CA
At McDowell Homes Group, we have dedicated ourselves to redefining the real estate experience for clients seeking to buy or sell a home. Since our founding, we have embraced the philosophy of Concierge Real Estate, placing clients at the center of every decision. Our commitment to constant communication ensures clients remain fully informed throughout the entire process, from initial consultation to post-transaction support. With over two decades of experience serving the Tri-Valley and East Bay areas, our team combines deep local market knowledge with a personalized approach to meet each client's unique needs.As part of Compass, we leverage cutting-edge technology and a global network to deliver exceptional service. Our reputation for honesty, transparency, and results-driven strategies has earned us the trust of first-time buyers, executives, and professional athletes alike. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships through a client-first ethos that prioritizes long-term satisfaction over short-term gains.
Services
Home Buying
Home Selling
Concierge Real Estate
Bridge Loan Services
Market Analysis
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of Bay Area real estate expertise
- Our Concierge Real Estate service includes staging and home improvements
- We provide Compass network's innovative marketing tools
- Our team has sold properties for 8% above asking price
- We offer personalized guidance through complex transactions
What people say
Phenomenal agents
Smooth and enjoyable
Exceeded expectations
Expert negotiation skills
Personalized guidance
Services
Concierge Real Estate
Our Concierge Real Estate service transforms property sales through strategic improvements and staging. We front costs for flooring, painting, and landscaping with no upfront fees, leveraging Compass's network to maximize home value. This service has consistently delivered 8% above asking prices through enhanced market appeal and professional presentation.
Bridge Loan Services
Bridge Loan Services facilitate seamless home transitions by leveraging existing equity. This short-term financing solution enables buyers to purchase new properties before selling current homes, offering flexibility for relocation timelines and renovation projects without rushed decisions.
Home Selling
Our home selling process combines market analysis with targeted marketing strategies. We utilize professional staging, digital campaigns, and Compass's network to generate multiple offers. Clients benefit from expert negotiation and post-sale support, with properties typically selling within 7 days.
Home Buying
We guide buyers through every step of the purchasing process with personalized property matching and market insights. Our services include strategic offer preparation, financing coordination, and post-closing assistance, ensuring clients secure ideal properties in competitive markets.
Market Analysis
Our market analysis service provides data-driven pricing recommendations based on comparative sales and current market conditions. This strategic approach ensures optimal pricing that attracts buyers while maximizing seller returns through real-time market insights.
People
Peter McDowell
Realtor
Peter McDowell brings 20+ years of Bay Area real estate expertise, specializing in luxury properties. With deep market knowledge and Compass network resources, he consistently delivers exceptional results through personalized service and strategic transactions.
Mari Torres McDowell
Realtor
Mari Torres McDowell combines local expertise with innovative marketing strategies. Her client-focused approach and market insights have earned recognition for successful transactions in competitive markets, ensuring clients achieve their real estate goals efficiently.
Amy Powers
Realtor
Amy Powers specializes in residential real estate with a focus on personalized client service. Her expertise in market trends and transaction management ensures smooth experiences for both buyers and sellers in the East Bay region.
Questions
What is Concierge Real Estate?
Concierge Real Estate is a premium service that covers home improvement costs upfront to maximize property value before sale, including staging, repairs, and renovations.
How do bridge loans work?
Bridge loans use your current home's equity to finance a new purchase, allowing seamless transitions without rushed sales or overlapping mortgages.
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in the Tri-Valley and East Bay areas, including Pleasanton, Danville, Livermore, San Ramon, and surrounding communities.
How quickly can you sell a home?
Our average property sells within 7 days, with multiple offers often received in the first week of listing.
What makes your team different?
Our combination of Compass technology, 20+ years of local experience, and personalized service creates exceptional outcomes for every client.
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Reviews (5)
Travis Fisher
Oct 01, 2020
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Peter & Mari are awesome! They helped my girlfriend so much in looking to purchase our first home. They were honest enough to tell us that it wasn't the correct time to buy and that we should wait a few months and explained why. They also set us up with an awesome lender who helped as well. Not only are they knowledgeable , they are humorous and fun to be around! They have become good friends.
Mark M.
Aug 25, 2017
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Peter did an outstanding job of taking care of all the details involved in selling a house and made the whole process as stress free as possible. From getting the house ready for its first showing, negotiating the contract and through to the final closing process, Peter handled each step in a highly professional but friendly manner. This is the second home that I sold through Peter and I would definitely use his services if there is an opportunity for a third time.
Tom M.
Sep 09, 2016
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As everyone knows, there are a lot of real estate agents in the market willing to help homeowners buy or sell properties. As in any field, there are only the very few that can consistently rise to the top of their profession and deliver their best in guiding, supporting and servicing their clients. Phyllis Weiner and Peter McDowell are in that special class of agents that truly know their business, their geography, market conditions, and the importance of great customer service. We had not bought or sold a home in 30 years. We were concerned about what kind of agents could best help us through
Roxanne O.
Feb 04, 2016
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Impeccable! I couldn't be happier with the level of service and attention we received from Peter and Phyllis. Buying a house has been the most expensive purchase of our lives. Working with them, made me feel confident about our decisions and they guided us every step of the way. They have strong negotiation skills, exceptional work ethic, and most importantly, they will find you exactly what you are looking for. Not only are they professional, but they are truly down to earth realtors. I would highly recommend them to anyone in the market looking for real estate.
M. S.
Nov 06, 2015
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These guys are amazing (special shout out to Peter McDowell) They go out of their way to perfectly stage your home, produce high-quality brochures and marketing materials, rely on their major network, and do what it takes to get your home sold quickly at the price it's worth. We came to Peter after an awful experience with another realtor who used crappy photos, marketing methods from the 1980s, staging and photos and online marketing from his wife (who specializes in none of these), and then pressured us to lower our price because he couldn't sell it. His open houses seemed a rouse
