Kristal Pollack

Kristal has nearly two decades of experience in both high-tech startups and real estate investment. While working in distributed systems and senior software engineering roles at early-stage startups, she began buying and developing investment properties. A few years after one of her companies was acquired for over $1 billion by Microsoft, she decided to pursue her passion for real estate full-time, managing and developing her portfolio of residential and commercial properties. She researched residential and commercial real estate markets across the country, identifying investment opportunities in up-and-coming markets and negotiating dozens of deals. She has a talent for creatively reimagining properties and has managed extensive remodeling, redesign, and repair of single family, multi-family and commercial properties. As her real estate portfolio grew, an increasing number of friends and family sought her help and expertise in navigating the real estate market. The satisfaction of helping others find the property that matched their dreams and needs inspired Kristal to join The Swann Group, where her background in tech and real estate makes her uniquely qualified in helping others achieve homeownership, investment success, and optimal property value in the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounds.

As a San Francisco resident for nearly 20 years and a dedicated homeowner, Kristal enjoys the vibrant city life and all it offers her and her family. Originally from Los Angeles, she was drawn to San Francisco's walkability and diverse neighborhood atmospheres, each just blocks apart. Kristal lives near the Presidio with her husband and 6yo daughter, where she enjoys the scenic trails and proximity to local cafes and grocery stores. Her prior residences include a loft in SOMA and a condo atop Nob Hill, where she actively contributed to the community by serving on the HOA board. Recently, Kristal also became a homeowner in Sonoma County, where she spends sunny weekends exploring the many renowned restaurants and wineries there. When she’s not working on real estate deals she stays busy working on messy art projects with her daughter and volunteering at her school.

For clients seeking a knowledgeable advisor in San Francisco or Sonoma, Kristal combines technical knowledge, real estate acumen, and in-depth knowledge of the area to help clients find the perfect fit for their real estate needs. She understands the needs of the Bay Area’s tech community and leverages her analytical and communication skills to guide clients through the transaction process smoothly. Her hands-on experience in managing value-add renovations allows her to accurately assess property potential and guide clients in making confident, informed decisions regarding their homes and investments. Kristal holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Harvey Mudd College and a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from UC Santa Cruz. She is a proud member of the San Francisco Association of Realtors, as well as other state and local real estate organizations.