Emily Smith-Silvestri

Emily Smith knows that navigating this market is a disciplined art. While most deals are the product of countless little steps, sometimes a single bold and calculated brushstroke can change the whole picture. With a passion for the creative process and meticulous attention to details, Emily’s expertise and insights give her a competitive edge. Her fierce negotiating skills are balanced by a refreshing belief that buying and selling homes should be an empowering, enjoyable experience. Born and raised on the Peninsula, Emily’s love for the arts blossomed while she attended open houses in her neighborhood. A fondness for architecture and design shaped into a career. Her creative talents and acclaim as an accomplished painter have taken her all over the world. In studying the arts, Sotheby’s was a key figure in savoring the delicate and magnificent appeal of beautiful objects and life style. Alumna of UC Santa Cruz, UC San Diego and NYU, Emily furthers her passion for the arts as an active member of the Bay Area arts community where she uses her free time to teach and mentor young artists. Emily’s success in real estate comes from understanding that the most daring endeavors require focus, determination and the relentless pursuit of a vision. Whether she’s helping sketch out the first steps into home ownership or framing the transition into retirement by selling a family home, Emily brings a confident and committed touch serving the needs of her clients.