About Dana Rae

She caught the real estate bug early in life, assisting her mom in Atherton. She practiced as a transactional real estate attorney for over two decades. Dana's legal and business acumen uniquely position her to resolve complex real estate challenges and succeed in negotiations. Having built her own homes in Menlo Park and Atherton, she's refined her keen sense of design and architecture. Outside of the office, Dana is a modern art enthusiast, a member of the SFMOMA Curator's Circle Committee, and a financial literacy mentor for the LEMO Foundation in Redwood City.

I caught the real estate bug early in life during my summers in Atherton, assisting my mom, Marie Clough Straube, a leading residential broker on the Peninsula. I settled here on the Peninsula to raise a family and serve my community – the area I know like the back of my hand. My children attended Laurel, Encinal, and Sacred Heart Schools in Atherton.

A Distinguished Real Estate Transactional Attorney

Before becoming a real estate agent, I practiced as a transactional real estate attorney, a journey spanning more than two decades, with the following companies:

• Allen Matkins
• Lillick & Charles
• Spieker Properties
• Sonder Inc.
• Founder/Partner, SSL Law Firm LLP, a women-owned law firm in San Francisco

My legal and business acumen uniquely position me to resolve complex real estate challenges and succeed in negotiations, giving my clients a distinct advantage.

A Talent for Design and Architecture

Having built my own homes in Menlo Park and Atherton, I've refined my keen sense of design and architecture. Partnering with clients on design concepts and remodeling is one of the aspects of my job I find most rewarding.

A Strong Support Team

Backed by my Compass team and marketing staff, I offer the highest level of client care. Whether you're buying your dream home or selling a treasured property, you can count on me to guide you to success.

Outside the Office

Outside of the office, I'm a modern art enthusiast and collector, a member of the SFMOMA Curator's Circle Committee, and a financial literacy mentor for the LEMO Foundation in Redwood City. When not closing deals or volunteering, you'll likely find me hiking local trails, exploring art exhibitions, attending a book club, or shopping at local farmers’ markets. Reminiscing about my wonderful years volunteering at my kids’ local schools reminds me of the importance of giving back. I am also a member of:

• The Silicon Valley Association of REALTORS®
• The California Association of REALTORS®
• The National Association of REALTORS®
• The State Bar of California (I maintain my active license as an attorney)

My Promise to You

When we collaborate, I’ll be your real estate resource from the moment we meet until long after close. Meeting my clients’ goals isn’t just my profession, it’s my passion. I look forward to working with you!