About us

The Boyenga Team is the foremost real estate team for Compass in Silicon Valley, holding the #1 position. Specializing in the esteemed Silicon Valley neighborhoods of Palo Alto, Los Altos, Portola Valley, Menlo Park, Los Altos Hills, Santa Clara, Saratoga, and surrounding areas, the agents of the Boyenga Team are poised to assist you in your residential needs, right where you reside, work, and unwind. Whether you're looking to buy or sell, you can rely on the Boyenga Team's unparalleled Local Expertise and Global Reach to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Meet the Boyenga Team - your trusted Eichler Home Sales Experts. With specialized knowledge and expertise in mid-century modern and restorative construction, Janelle and Eric Boyenga have been guiding clients through the intricacies of Eichler home sales for over two decades.

As founding partners of Compass Silicon Valley, the Boyenga Team is known for their data-driven approach and exceptional client care. They understand that owning an Eichler home is not just about owning a house - it's about acquiring a unique lifestyle that only a select few appreciate and understand.

Through expert pre-listing and project management, the Boyenga Team helps clients unlock all of the equity in their mid-century modern homes. They also have extensive experience with family trusts and transitions, providing guidance and support to families navigating complex transactions through emotional challenges and geographic distances.

Branded by Zillow as ‘next generation’ agents and known throughout the real estate industry as ‘Property Nerds,’ the Boyenga Team sets the modern standard for Eichler home marketing, utilizing digital technology and social media strategies to help achieve their clients’ goals.

Eric Boyenga sums up the secret of the Boyenga Team’s success: "We always do what is best for our clients." Trust the Boyenga Team to provide you with the expert guidance and exceptional service you need for your Eichler home sale.

Eric & Janelle Boyenga

Established in 1996, the Boyenga Team holds the distinction of being the original Silicon Valley Real Estate Team. Renowned as top producers, Janelle & Eric Boyenga have solidified their reputation by consistently prioritizing the interests of their clients.
Their dynamic group of 25 team members thrives on collaborative synergy, driven by a shared dedication to delivering exceptional client service. Complementary skills and specialized expertise in various neighborhoods complement their collective skill set, encompassing a wealth of over a century's worth of combined real estate experience.
Recognized by Zillow as #NextGenAgents and acknowledged across the industry as "Property Nerds," the Boyenga Team establishes a contemporary benchmark for luxury marketing. Their approach involves leveraging digital technology and strategic social media tactics to effectively realize their clients' objectives.

The Boyenga Team is the #1 leading real estate team in Silicon Valley for Compass. With offices in Los Altos, Palo Alto, Saratoga, and Los Gatos and representing the prestigious Silicon Valley suburbs of Palo Alto, Los Altos, Portola Valley, Menlo Park, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Saratoga, and surrounding suburbs the Boyenga Team’s agents are ready to serve you where you live, work and play.
The original Silicon Valley Real Estate Team since 1996, top-producers Janelle and Eric Boyenga have earned their reputation as “Property Nerds” by always putting the client's best interests first.
Their dynamic team of 12 thrives with collaborative energy, fueled by a shared commitment to provide exceptional client care. Complementary skills and specific neighborhood expertise round out their collective proficiency, representing more than a century of combined real estate experience.

Meet The Boyenga Team

Eric Boyenga

Eric is a true Silicon Valley real estate expert, pioneer, and in his words a “Property Nerd". Born and raised in the hills above Los Altos and surrounded by tech entrepreneurs, the innovative mindset is ingrained into Eric. He and Janelle instituted the team concept before teams…

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Janelle Boyenga

Raised in a family of engineers, contractors, and designers, Janelle Boyenga has been exposed to virtually every aspect of real estate. Janelle launched her career in real estate 19 years ago developing an expertise in contract negotiation and a specialty…