Adele Gillis

Broker Associate
About Me

I've been a Realtor® since 2000, consistently ranked among the top producers. I managed East Bay Sotheby’s International Realty, while concurrently listing over $17 million in residential properties. I negotiated the sale of Governor Jerry Brown’s house and had just as much fun helping newlyweds into their new condo in Jack London Square. Well, almost as much fun.

I’ve listed properties from tiny condos to luxury estates—each was someone’s home. I approach every property uniquely, with a well-honed list of inspectors and contractors, and negotiate as though it was my own. My success becomes yours.

I’ve been an Instructor at San Francisco State University and Northeastern University, have developed and taught coursework in Effective Business Writing throughout the Bay Area, and can edit in my sleep. I spent years as a Financial Consultant, having begun my career at Fidelity Investments in Boston.

The beach is my happy place, regardless of the weather: It recalls my roots on Cape Cod. I relax and unwind there, in the kitchen, or in the garden, and with my loved ones. Where is yours?

Now, at the Grubb Co., these experiences serve me well… to serve you well.

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Don't hesitate to get in touch. I take care of all of the detailed processes making home buying or selling super easy. I'm happy to help.

Adele Gillis

Broker Associate | License # 01293971

I've been a Realtor® since 2000, consistently ranked among the top producers. I managed East Bay Sotheby’s International Realty, while concurrently listing over $17 million in residential properties. I negotiated the sale of Governor Jerry Brown’s house and had just as much fun helping newlyweds into their new condo in Jack London Square. Well, almost as much fun.

I’ve listed properties from tiny condos to luxury estates—each was someone’s home. I approach every property uniquely, with a well-honed list of inspectors and contractors, and negotiate as though it was my own. My success becomes yours.

I’ve been an Instructor at San Francisco State University and Northeastern University, have developed and taught coursework in Effective Business Writing throughout the Bay Area, and can edit in my sleep. I spent years as a Financial Consultant, having begun my career at Fidelity Investments in Boston.

The beach is my happy place, regardless of the weather: It recalls my roots on Cape Cod. I relax and unwind there, in the kitchen, or in the garden, and with my loved ones. Where is yours?

Now, at the Grubb Co., these experiences serve me well… to serve you well.

My Qualifications

Buying and Selling your home is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your lifetime, and as such, you should have a fully educated, knowledgeable and certified professional to represent you. I would be honored to be able to assist you and guide you through the complexities of a real estate transaction!

How Can I Help?

Testimonials

“Adele recently represented us in both buying a new, fabulous home and selling our former family home and she was absolutely amazing to work with! She listened very carefully and keenly to what we were looking for, kept her eye out for homes that were available or coming available soon, and found us our dream home in record time! She guided us in our offer, which was one of many, and helped us with the final negotiations and even with a mortgage broker contact and an architect to help assist us with some remodeling. We could not be happier! She then turned around and sold our former home, 


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Pamela & Andrew, Upper Rockridge

“Words cannot express how grateful we are to have made Adele’s acquaintance! Through every step of the way, Adele shared rich insights from her extensive background as a wicked smart and highly effective realtor who goes to bat for her clients. She taught us, coached us, and helped us navigate every major and minor detail of what is a complex and vulnerable process for a first-time home buyer with genuine care and thoughtfulness. We always appreciated her tricks of the trade, off-market opportunities, connections to stellar partners in her expert network, thorough coordination of countless details, and flexibility (especially given our hectic work and travel schedules). All of which led us to a highly successful purchase of a beautiful new home that we adore. We have already pointed friends her way and will only continue to do so! Thank you for everything, Adele, from the bottom of our hearts.”


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Lauren & Harold, Oakland Hills

“We had the pleasure and good fortune to have Adele Gillis as our real estate agent. She was referred by our friends, but still participated in our interview process where her kind demeanor, honest assessment, and knowledge of the market clearly beat out the six other candidates. Honestly, we’re a high maintenance family with concierge-level expectations and Adele exceeded our desires. She helped us imagine what each home could be and why it did (or did not) fit our stated objectives, helping us manage practicality and emotion. She spent hours of her life with us in early mornings, late nights, weekends, and on short notice, all while engaging our little children and managing through new covid protocols. In short, Adele is amazing. I couldn’t imagine a better experience from an agent. Adele is truly the gold-standard.”


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Katrina & Damaune, Oakland Hills

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