Northern Crest Realty
Overall rating
| Customer score |
4.9 |
|---|---|
| Pricing |
5.0 |
| Services |
4.6 |
| Track record |
3.0 |
Northern Crest Realty is a local discount real estate broker that’s active in and around San Francisco, CA. It's based in Berkeley, California and has been in business for at least 8 years.
Highlights
- 5.0 average rating, but only 5 verified reviews — too few to assess customer experience reliably.
- Fee is 18% lower than average among similar companies.
- Saves ~$8,297 on average compared to a traditional agent in same markets.
- Fee includes most expected services and support.
- Well-established, with at least 8 years of verified activity.
Where Northern Crest Realty is available in California
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Overall rating for Northern Crest Realty
Our expert take:
We strongly recommend considering Northern Crest Realty if you're looking for a full-service support discount real estate brokerage. It received excellent scores for customer satisfaction, pricing & savings, and services & support.
CUSTOMER SCORE Northern Crest Realty's Customer Score is 4.9 out of 5.0 (Limited Data), which is in the top 25% compared to 9 similar companies where it's available and top 50% nationwide. OVERALL RATING Lifetime average rating is 5.0, based on 5 reviews. The total review count falls below our minimum reliability floor of 20 reviews, so the 5.0 average rating may not be a reliable service quality indicator (easily skewed by outliers). RECENCY We consider this review data very fresh. 0 reviews (0% of all reviews) were posted in the past 6 months. The median review age is well below our "freshness" threshold of 12 months. COMPLAINTS Complaint rate is very low; only a small share of reviews (1–2 star) are complaints, well within our comfort thresholds. TREND Unable to assess recent trends due to insufficient data. INTERPRETATION There's insufficient verified data available to assess current service quality with confidence.
Northern Crest Realty has a 5.0 pricing and fees score. This reflects an exceptionally competitive price point and potential savings compared to similar discount brands.
| Fee type | Percent (no min) |
| Listing fee % | 1% |
| Sell and buy savings | None identified |
| Buyer rebate | None identified |
| Transaction coordination fee | None identified |
Northern Crest Realty has a 4.6 services and support score, which is very strong relative to similar discount brokerages. It provides most of what we expect from a full-service brokerage — including a dedicated agent, in-person representation, MLS syndication, and pricing assistance. It also includes print marketing, a non-standard service.
| Dedicated agent | |
| In-person representation | |
| MLS listing & syndication | |
| CMA & pricing strategy | |
| Professional photography | |
| Offers & negotiating assistance | |
| Paperwork & contract support | |
| Closing support | |
| House showing coordination | |
| Yard sign | |
| Lockbox for door | |
| Digital marketing | |
| Social media advertising | |
| Virtual tours | |
| Drone photography | |
| Digital floorplans | |
| Staging assistance | |
| Print marketing | |
| Open house hosting | |
| Buyer showing attendance |
Northern Crest Realty has a poor 3.0 track record score (bottom 5% compared to similar companies, likely due to limited or missing data). It’s been active for at least 8 years, based on the data our team was able to verify. Northern Crest Realty has had very inconsistent online activity over its lifespan. This may be due to limited or missing data, but we recommend doing your own background research and approaching with caution.
Northern Crest Realty vs. similar discount real estate brokerages
Customer reviews for Northern Crest Realty
Rating summary
| Rating | Total reviews | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 5.0 | 5 |
| Yelp | 5.0 | 5 |
Rating breakdown
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Methodology
Clever reviews and rates discount real estate brokers across the U.S. based on four key factors: customer experience, pricing, services, and track record.
Each company’s score reflects a combination of quantitative data (like review trends and pricing structure) and verified service information. We independently assess how well a company delivers value, support, and savings compared to other full-service brokerages in the same market.
Our scoring model weights each factor based on its importance:
- Customer Experience (35%) — Do past clients recommend the company? Are recent reviews positive and consistent?
- Pricing & Fees (30%) — How much does the service cost relative to other brokers? Are there rebates or discounts?
- Services & Support (20%) — Does the company offer the same level of service as a traditional agent? Any extras?
- Track Record (15%) — How long has the company been active, and how steady is their review activity over time?
We regularly update our data and rankings to reflect the most recent information, helping you find the best mix of support and savings for your needs.