Nicholas French, Broker Associate

Nicholas French, Broker Associate 🏠High-Touch Real Estate services in Silicon Valley 🏆$1B+ sold, #1 Locally, #55 in U.S. Sereno
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The fall market is waking up, but this isn’t the kind of “hot” market we’ve seen before.There are more buyers, incredibl...
09/06/2026

The fall market is waking up, but this isn’t the kind of “hot” market we’ve seen before.

There are more buyers, incredibly limited inventory and significant wealth being created across Silicon Valley. But there’s one thing noticeably missing: FOMO.

Buyers are active, but they’re also more deliberate. They’ll pay a premium for the right home, but they’re far less willing to compromise just to get into the market.

So where does that put us in the real estate cycle, and what does it mean for buyers and sellers heading into fall?

I shared my take on what I’m seeing right now and what I’ll be watching over the next 60 days.

đź”— Read the full Fall 2026 Market Update at the link in my bio.

1666 Jolly Court | Los Altos4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,291 SF | 12,600 SF LotTucked at the end of a quiet South Los Altos cul-...
08/26/2026

1666 Jolly Court | Los Altos

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,291 SF | 12,600 SF Lot

Tucked at the end of a quiet South Los Altos cul-de-sac, this is one of those homes that just makes sense.

An expansive, sun-filled lot. Four bedrooms and three baths, including two private primary suites. A separate family room. Beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and a three-car garage.

There’s plenty of space to spread out, entertain, work from home, or simply settle in and enjoy it exactly as it is.

Offered at $3,798,000

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, August 29 | 2–4 PM
Sunday, August 30 | 2–4 PM

Montclaire Elementary • Cupertino Middle • Homestead High

1666Jolly.com

“I’m looking for the exact right house, and I’m not in a hurry.”That one sentence may be the best way to describe Silico...
06/12/2026

“I’m looking for the exact right house, and I’m not in a hurry.”

That one sentence may be the best way to describe Silicon Valley’s 2026 real estate market.

Open houses are busy. Buyers are watching inventory closely. Conversations about real estate are everywhere.

So why the lack of urgency?

In my latest Market Insights, I explore the psychology behind today’s buyer, the financial calculations driving their decisions, and why waiting for the perfect moment can sometimes mean missing the opportunity.

Read the full June Market Update at the link in my bio or at realtornickfrench.com/news/june2026




The rankings are nice. The trust behind them means everything.RealTrends just released its 2026 rankings, and I was fort...
06/08/2026

The rankings are nice. The trust behind them means everything.

RealTrends just released its 2026 rankings, and I was fortunate to be recognized as:

• Number 55 Individual Agent in the United States
• Number 20 in California
• Number 3 in the Bay Area
• Number 1 in Los Altos & Los Altos Hills

While rankings are nice, what means the most to me is the trust my clients place in me during some of the most important decisions of their lives.

Every listing, every purchase, every referral, and every introduction represents a relationship that I never take for granted. I’m incredibly grateful to the clients, friends, and families who continue to put their confidence in me year after year.

This recognition is a reflection of your trust, loyalty, and support, and for that, I am truly thankful.

I simply love what I do, and that’s why I do it. Helping clients achieve their goals while serving the community my family and I call home is a privilege that I never take for granted.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey.

05/29/2026

$178,000 invested. $1,080,000 in additional value created. $902,000 in ROI.

This is why preparation matters.

When I first walked through this Los Altos Hills home, I saw something many buyers would have overlooked: great bones and a floor plan with untapped potential.

Rather than over-improving the property, I focused on strategic updates that would have the greatest impact. I reimagined the primary suite, created a more functional layout, unified the home with new flooring, modernized key spaces, refreshed finishes throughout, and addressed deferred maintenance before the home ever hit the market.

Just as importantly, I handled every detail for the family, allowing them to navigate a difficult chapter without the stress of managing a major renovation project.

The result? A home that sold for just over $1,000,000 more than if we’d done nothing. With just 78 days of preparation, I sold this home for $6,580,000, handing my clients an additional $902,000.

The biggest returns rarely come from spending the most money. They come from making the right improvements in the right places.

JUST LISTED28008 Laura Court, Los Altos Hills$17,500,0007 beds | 7.5 baths | 8,832 sq ft | 2.02 acresA new modern estate...
05/14/2026

JUST LISTED
28008 Laura Court, Los Altos Hills
$17,500,000
7 beds | 7.5 baths | 8,832 sq ft | 2.02 acres

A new modern estate defined by iconic architecture.

Arrive through a striking entry where scale and symmetry immediately take hold, anchored by a custom pivot glass door and soaring ceilings. Inside, walls of glass disappear to create an effortless indoor-outdoor flow, opening the home to panoramic views of the East hills and surrounding landscape.

Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and everyday living, the kitchen serves as the heart of the home, anchored by an oversized island and a chef’s suite featuring a 60-inch Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigeration, and a Miele coffee station.

Expansive living spaces extend outward to a resort-style setting with an infinity-edge pool, integrated spa, and elevated deck.

Every detail has been thoughtfully executed, from the proportions and natural light to the seamless connectivity between spaces.

This is a home where architecture, setting, and livability come together with intention.

Private showings now available.

28008Laura.com

05/13/2026

Now on the market in Los Altos Hills.

Set on 2.02 acres with sweeping views, this newly built estate brings together scale, design, and livability in a way that’s rarely achieved.

From the statement entry to the walls of glass that open up for immaculate indoor-outdoor flow, every detail was designed with intention.

But what truly sets it apart is how it lives — clean, functional, and built for both everyday life and entertaining.

28008 Laura Court
7 beds | 7.5 baths | 8,832 sq ft | 2.02 acres

Private showings now available.

05/12/2026

I helped this family unlock an additional $295,000 in profit

This home sold after a 58-day strategic transformation designed to maximize ROI.

564 Orange Ave | Los Altos
58 Days
$173,000 Invested
$468,000 Increase in Property Value
$295,000 ROI

This wasn’t just any home. It raised six children and held decades of memories. When the family was deciding whether to sell as-is or invest before going to market, many saw it as a teardown. I saw an opportunity to create real value.

So I focused on what today’s buyers care about most: the kitchen, bathrooms, and main living spaces.

I opened up a closed-off kitchen to create a bright, functional hub of the home. Completely reworked the bathrooms to feel clean, modern, and move-in ready. And transformed the family room with seamless flooring, updated finishes, and improved flow to maximize buyer appeal.

Every decision was intentional. Not overbuilding. Not overspending. Just the right improvements to make the home feel complete, cohesive, and easy to say yes to.

The result:
Fully transformed in 58 days
Strong buyer demand, and sold in 1 week
A significantly higher sales price

These are the kinds of strategic updates that drive real value. Last year alone, I helped my sellers create over $10M in additional profit by focusing on the right pre-sale improvements.

Curious what strategic prep could do for your home? Let’s talk.
650-773-8000

05/09/2026

Some of the best parts of living in Los Altos Hills have nothing to do with real estate.

This morning’s Pathways Run was one of those reminders. Kids racing through the trails, neighbors cheering each other on, families out together before most people were even awake… this is the kind of community that makes this place so special.

Proud to support the event again this year through the race bib sponsorship, and even better getting to run it with Parker this morning.

Huge thank you to everyone who organized such a great event for the community.

JUST LISTED13057 La Cresta Drive, Los Altos Hills$6,495,0004 Beds + Executive Office | 2 Full Baths + 2 Powder Rooms 3,5...
05/08/2026

JUST LISTED
13057 La Cresta Drive, Los Altos Hills
$6,495,000

4 Beds + Executive Office | 2 Full Baths + 2 Powder Rooms 3,598 sq ft 1.08 Acre Lot

A rare combination of fully usable acreage and sweeping 180-degree views, this contemporary retreat offers a true sense of space, privacy, and perspective over Silicon Valley. The home is anchored by a stunning, newly built primary suite designed as its own private escape, while light-filled living spaces and a view-oriented kitchen create a seamless connection to the landscape. Top-rated schools: Gardner Bullis (optional), Nixon Elementary, Fletcher Middle, and Gunn High School.

www.13057LaCresta.com

Address

467 1st Street, Ste 200
Los Altos, CA
94022

Telephone

+16507738000

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