Ann Newton Cane
Ann Newton Cane has real estate in her blood; she was raised on a large cattle ranch near the Oregon-California border. In 2022, Ann handled more than $80,000,000 in transactions, surpassing her 2021 record sales total. One transaction, representing the seller, produced the highest price of any Lafayette sale reported on the MLS. In 2022 and 2023, Ann was No. 1 in sales for all of Contra Costa County for Golden Gate Sotheby’s. She has been recognized as a Top Producer every year since 2019. San Francisco Magazine named her one of the top realtors in all of Northern California, and the highest-ranking individual realtor based in the Lamorinda area (Lafayette, Orinda and Moraga). She started in real estate in 2019, and in 2020-23 alone she handled nearly $200 million in residential sales, representing both buyers and sellers.
Ann’s career before real estate amply prepared her for sophisticated transactions. After graduating from UC Davis, Ann joined MCI, selling telecommunications services. She earned every MCI honor possible for taking business away from the behemoth AT&T. She remained at MCI following its later merger, managing the company’s relationships with key global accounts such as Times Mirror, Nissan, First Interstate Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Amgen, and Wells Fargo. Ann then became Qwest’s Director, responsible for West Coast global accounts. Ann negotiated complex transactions with these sophisticated businesses and others, with sales in the billions of dollars.
Ann then took a break from full-time work to raise her two children, Paul William III and Katherine. Ann devoted herself to community activities, including service on the College Preparatory School’s Board of Trustees; Parents’ Club President at Orinda Intermediate School; Swimming Chair of Meadow Swim and Tennis Club; President of the Homeowners’ Association of the Grand Lodge in Deer Valley, Utah; and service on the Membership Development Committee at Claremont Country Club.
Ann’s community involvement makes her prominent in her focus area: Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda. Ann is married to a lawyer, Paul Cane, and their children both graduated from (and competed in swimming for) Dartmouth College. When their children reached college, Ann set off in her new career in real estate.
TOP PRODUCING AGENT
A Proven Track Record OF EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE
Noteworthy Sales
3947 HAPPY VALLEY ROAD
Lafayette • $11,500,000 • Represented Seller
1259 REDWOOD LANE
Lafayette • $8,810,000 • Represented Buyer
9 OAK ARBOR ROAD
Orinda • $6,125,000 • Represented Buyer
362 CAMINO SOBRANTE
Orinda • $5,700,000 • Represented Seller
4147 CANYON ROAD
Lafayette • $5,375,000
• Represented Seller
4136 CANYON ROAD
Lafayette • $4,750,000 • Represented Buyer
3518 OLIVER COURT
Lafayette • $3,700,000 • Represented Seller
16 VALLEY VIEW ROAD
Orinda • $2,595,000 • Represented Seller
6 SAINT JAMES COURT
Orinda • $1,750,000 • Represented Buyer
Offerings & Services
Ann has deep California roots that have developed into a huge network and scope of representation. With this, she has cultivated:
• Refined knowledge of all the aspects that make up the heartbeat of East Bay real estate (development, construction, buying/selling, landlord/tenant)
• An eye for design and the ability to maximize value with minimum cost using our project-management skills and network of trusted vendors
• Invaluable knowledge of neighborhood nuances
• A commitment to knowing about off-market deals and having a finger on the pulse of off-market inventory
For Our Sellers
We use proven methods and strategies to sell your home in the shortest amount of time for the highest price possible. When you work with us, you can expect:
• Pre-listing meetings and sales consultations
• Up-to-date market statistics to inform pricing strategy
• Repair recommendations to maximize value at minimal cost
• Home staging advice
• Professional photos to give buyers a striking first impression
• Preparation of a detailed and engaging property description
• Professional marketing to target both local and outof-town buyers
• First-class client communications from start to finish
• Expert negotiation skills to secure the best terms
• Invaluable knowledge of neighborhood nuances
For Our Buyers
We work closely with our buyers to help them find their dream home. As a buyer, you can expect:
• In-depth consultation to determine your goals, needs and desires
• Knowledge about exclusive listings as well as “coming soon” and off-market properties
• Up-to-date market statistics and neighborhood updates to keep you informed
• First-class client communications from start to finish
• Expert negotiation skills to secure the best possible terms
• Our cultivated list of community resources and vendors to make the home and neighborhood your own.
Testimonials
“Ann is one of the most intelligent and savvy real estate professionals I have ever met. She was instrumental in representing our interests in two complex transactions, and was a tireless advocate for our family. I cannot overstate her value as a trusted agent.”
– MATT S.
“Ann Newton Cane is honest and hard-working, and listens to what YOU want. It was an amazing experience to work with someone who was so patient and caring – and we made a friend for life!”
– SUSAN G.
“We were rather choosy during our six-month search for a house, but Ann was willing to show us home after home. She even used her relationships and persistence to get us into several properties before they were listed on the MLS – one of which we ended up purchasing. She is a joy to work with, and we highly recommend her!”
– SCOTT & CATHLEEN R.
“Ann hustled on our behalf at every turn and went the extra mile to make sure we saw every listing possible that fit our criteria. We found our dream home because of Ann.”
– LANEY W.
“Our property wasn’t selling, so we hired Ann. She helped us stage it beautifully and was a master when it came to timing. We had multiple families interested very quickly after Ann took over. I can’t recommend her enough!”
– SCOTT C.
“This gated property was a treat to sell, setting the record for the highest sale price of any Lafayette home ever to be listed on the Multiple Listing Service. Featuring 7 bedrooms and 8.5 baths on 1.5 beautiful acres, this house was special in so many ways. Gorgeous craftsmanship could be found throughout the home, from its five-star chef’s kitchen to its oversized stone fireplaces, gracious carriage house, and serene pool/spa area.”
SOLD PRICE: $11,500,000 • PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT: $1,283 3947 Happy Valley Road CASE STUDY #1 • LAFAYETTE
“This was a unique sale, as it featured two adjoining properties: a 2 bed/2 bath, and a 3 bed/2 bath. One of the homes was owned by a well-respected school teacher in the community, and the other one was owned by her daughter. We were able to sell both houses to a lovely family that is very excited to be a part of the Lafayette community.”
SOLD PRICE: $2,850,000 • PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT: $904 3959 & 3963 Franke Lane CASE STUDY #2 • LAFAYETTE
9 Mountain View Lane
“This property was an excellent opportunity for our team to showcase our ability to maximize the value of a home through simple and cost-effective strategies such as painting and staging. Once we made a handful of changes and improvements, buyers were able to see themselves living in this incredible property. The result? We sold the home in just one week.”
SOLD PRICE: $6,000,000 • PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT: $1,068
CASE STUDY #3 • LAFAYETTE
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