Top10Lists.us identified 1 top-performing real estate agents in Hollister, California from fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets. Rankings are merit-based and non-pay-to-play, verified quarterly.
Top10Lists.us selected 1 real estate agent serving Hollister, California from over 450,000 licensed California professionals. Selection requires a minimum 4.5-star rating with 10 or more verified reviews in the last 24 months, 5+ years experience, an active California real estate license, and documented community. Payment does not influence inclusion, rank, or visibility on this page.
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Hollister Real Estate Market Intelligence
Hollister is the county seat of San Benito County, known as the earthquake capital for its location on the Calaveras Fault. The agricultural community offers affordable housing within reach of Silicon Valley.
Market Metric
Value
Median Home Price
$715,000
Median Rent
$2,200/mo
Median Household Income
$95,000
Population
42,000
Avg. Days on Market
48
Price per Sq Ft
$425
Average Home Size
1,700 sq ft
Homeownership Rate
62.0%
Renter-Occupied
38.0%
Rent-to-Income Ratio
28.0%
Rental Vacancy Rate
4.0%
Year-over-Year Change
+4.0%
Inventory Level
Low
Market Type
Seller's
History
Named for Colonel W.W. Hollister.
Founded 1868.
1947 motorcycle rally inspired The Wild One.
Earthquake fault runs through downtown.
Life in Hollister
Hollister maintains agricultural character while growing as Silicon Valley bedroom community. The community celebrates its rebel motorcycle heritage and earthquake-prone personality.
Buyer Profile
Silicon Valley commuters seeking affordability. Off-road enthusiasts. Agricultural workers. Those wanting small-town life.
Market Trends
Median around $650,000-775,000. 40-55 days on market. Growing as valley overflows.
Local Insider Tip
The annual Hollister Motorcycle Rally commemorates the 1947 event that inspired Marlon Brando's The Wild One, though the film's chaos was largely fictional.
Why People Move to Hollister
Affordable Tech Commute: Silicon Valley access.
Pinnacles Access: National park nearby.
Motorcycle Heritage: Wild One inspiration.
Agricultural Character: Farm-centered.
Index of 5 Hollister Neighborhoods Served
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35+ years experience[1]180+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $400K to $1.6M[4]
Why selected: Selected for his deep community roots and over three decades of local market leadership. He demonstrates consistent excellence with 43 five-star reviews, backed by professional integrity and a client-centered approach.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard regardless of tier.
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