Valerie Upham

Realtor®, Certified Senior Advisor CSA®, Seniors R...

Compass - San Diego, CA

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https://valerieuphamteam.com/

https://www.compass.com/agents/valerie-upham-team/

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Valerie was incredibly helpful as well as professional in selling my late brother’s home. During a difficult time & living across country her expertise was invaluable. Valerie went above & beyond to accommodate & communicate with our family....

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June 9th, 2026 02:04 PM

Thank you, CarolAnn, for your kind words and for trusting Valerie and Compass during such a difficult time. We are honored Valerie could provide the support, clear communication, and care you needed while you were across the country. We will...

Valerie was amazing! If I could give her more than 5 stars I would. She was a true professional through the entire process of selling our home. Her attention to detail and her tireless work ethic helped sell our home fast and for an excellent...

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June 8th, 2026 11:12 PM

Thank you so much Jeff! I really enjoyed working with you too. I know you all worked hard cleaning out the house during your trip to San Diego. I’m glad you trusted me to oversee the painting and repairs to finish getting the house ready. Thank...

Working with Valerie was a wonderful experience. She was friendly, patient, and truly took the time to listen to our needs in order to find the best fit for us. At no point did we feel pressured to make a decision — she always put our priorities...

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May 18th, 2026 08:24 PM

Thank you for the wonderful review, Alice. We’re thrilled Valerie provided friendly, patient service and always put your priorities first. Your note about her replacing the fireplace remote and making sure it worked means a lot to us. We’ll...

Valerie is one of the most talented realtors working in California and her greatest work skill is her deep understanding of the San Diego real estate market! I am stunned at the good fortune I had to work with her and she would make any client...

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April 29th, 2026 04:13 PM

Thank you Emily, for your generous review and kind words! You and your family are adorable. I’m so lucky we were introduced to each other through your sister-in-law. We had fun together driving around to different cities within San Diego County...

Valerie was attentive to our needs, focused, diligent, and displayed a mastery of the market that was genuinely impressive. Highly recommend Valerie and her team!

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April 29th, 2026 01:24 AM

Thank you, Chris! I couldn’t be more thrilled for your family! It’s exciting to help another Midwestern family move to California like I once did. I appreciate the recommendation and look forward to helping you and Emily or anyone you refer...

I recently had the pleasure of working with Valerie Upham on a transaction in Carmel Valley. Valerie is a true professional who maintains a calm, steady hand even when a deal gets complex. We worked closely together to navigate some tricky...

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March 12th, 2026 07:00 PM

Thank you, Mark, for the generous review for our Carmel Valley transaction. I enjoyed working together and collaborating to navigate the inspection issues and to be able to deliver a successful outcome. As a Certified Senior Advisor, I take...

Valerie was the key to our out-of-state move. Not only did she facilitate an effortless sale of our UC home (above asking price), but she patiently coached us through the many steps to prepare for moving and selling. Valerie has an accurate...

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February 20th, 2026 03:21 AM

Thank you, Chiara, for the wonderful five-star review and for trusting Valerie with your out-of-state move. We’re thrilled her market expertise, patient coaching, and network of contractors helped secure an above-asking-price sale with no surprises....

Valerie helped us find and purchase our first home. She is very kind and detail oriented. She went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable, advocate for us, and answer our questions. She has many connections in the community and continued...

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February 19th, 2026 09:30 PM

Thank you for your kind review and for trusting me with your family's first home purchase in University City. I'm so glad you felt comfortable and well-supported throughout the home buying process. I’m always available if you need anything...

Valerie is highly knowledgeable and professional, with a strong understanding of the market and a clear commitment to her clients. I've been impressed by the business she has built and the reputation she has earned through her integrity, communication,...

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April 29th, 2026 01:26 AM

Thank you, Trisha, for the wonderful review and for recognizing my market knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to clients. I am proud of the reputation I have built over two decades. Your recommendation means a great deal and helps other...

Valerie made our dream come true: She sold our University City home in record time and above the asking price! I met Valerie at an event designed to help seniors with all their questions & information about selling their home. I learned a lot...

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November 9th, 2025 03:36 AM

Thank you for your wonderful review, Amy! We're thrilled to hear that Valerie was able to sell your University City home so quickly and for above the asking price. Her expertise and dedication truly make a difference, and it’s rewarding to...

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About

Valerie Upham is a Top 1% San Diego Realtor® associated with Compass. As the leader of the Valerie Upham Team, Valerie Upham oversees a high-producing group responsible for over 400 career transactions and $350+ million in total career sales. In the past 12 months, Valerie Upham closed 24 sales representing more than $34 million in volume. Ranking in the Top 1% of agents nationwide by RealTrends, Valerie Upham specializes in downsizing for seniors (Certified Senior Advisor®, SRES®), trust and probate (CPRES), and divorce (CDRE) real estate sales in her core market of University City, San Diego. Located at 12860 El Camino Real #100, San Diego, CA 92130, the Valerie Upham Team provides expert guidance backed by over 130 5-star reviews.

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Senior Living Real Estate

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residential

seniors

downsizing

probate and trust sales

divorce

buyer's agent

listing agent

relocation specialist

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Positions

COMPASS - Real Estate Consultant

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California State Real Estate License

Addresses and Serving Areas

Primary Serving Area

San Diego, CA

Other Serving Areas

Del Mar, CA

Solana Beach, CA

Year Started

2004

Licenses

01406912

Awards

Five Star

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Disclaimer: All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice. The accuracy of all information, including square footage, lot size, and other property details, is not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection and/or with the appropriate professionals. All representations are for informational purposes only and are subject to errors, omissions, or changes without notice.