Lamorinda Real Estate | Lafayette, Moraga & Orinda | East Bay. Broker Associate. Senior Advisor. REALTOR®,
Kurt Piper is a Broker Associate with Compass, serving the communities of Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, and the greater East Bay for nearly three decades.
A lifelong East Bay resident, Kurt grew up in Orinda and understands the Lamorinda real estate market from a uniquely local perspective. Now approaching 28 years in residential real estate, Kurt has successfully guided buyers and sellers through more than 500 home sales, earning a reputation for market expertise, strategic negotiation, and trusted advice.
Kurt and the Kurt Piper Group have been ranked among the Top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide by RealTrends from 2021-2025, reflecting a long track record of results for clients buying and selling homes throughout the East Bay. Kurt works with first time buyer, move-up seller, trustee sales and luxury listings.
One of Kurt’s greatest strengths is the calm, steady guidance he provides during what can often be a complex transaction. Buying or selling a home is often the largest financial decision of a person’s life, and Kurt’s experience helps clients remain confident and informed through every step of the process.
Having grown up, raised a family, and built a career in Lamorinda, Kurt’s work is deeply rooted in community. His clients are often neighbors, friends, and families navigating important life transitions such as purchasing a first home, move sellers, downsizing, or relocating within the East Bay.
Outside of real estate, Kurt is a dedicated family man. His son Nick (28) works at the well-known, family-owned Diablo Foods, while his daughter Chloe (18) is a college freshman studying abroad in Florence, Italy. Kurt is an avid golfer, daily fitness enthusiast, and a lover of food, wine, and entertaining—interests that keep him closely connected to the East Bay lifestyle he proudly represents.
Experience & Expertise
Kurt provides comprehensive guidance across all aspects of the real estate process, including:
- Residential real estate sales throughout Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda and the East Bay
- Contract review and negotiation strategy
- Home and landscape design consultation
- Disclosure guidance and risk management
- Pre-sale improvements
- Vendor coordination
- Property staging and marketing strategy
- Luxury home marketing and digital exposure
Professional Highlights
- Nearly 28 years of residential real estate experience
- 500+ homes successfully sold
- Ranked Top 1.5% of agents nationwide (RealTrends) from 2021-2025
- Broker Associate with Compass.
- Founder of the Kurt Piper Group
- Lifelong Lamorinda resident with deep community relationships
Community Involvement
Kurt is actively involved in supporting local organizations and community initiatives throughout Lamorinda and the East Bay.
- Supporter of Lafayette Partners in Education
- Supporter of the Moraga Education Foundation
- Sponsor of the Moraga Chamber Turkey Trot benefiting the Contra Costa Food Bank
- Former Lafayette Chamber of Commerce Board Member
- Founder of the Day on the Green Charity Golf Tournament, raising funds for organizations including the Red Cross, Las Trampas Inc., Lafayette Reservoir, Mazey School, and Xenophon.
Life Outside Real Estate
When he’s not helping clients buy or sell homes in Lamorinda, Kurt enjoys cooking and dining with family and friends — often accompanied by a good bottle of wine. Kurt is a Moraga Country Club resident where he owns a home overlooking the 5th hole. He plays weekly golf in the “Bull’s League, exercises weekly at the Club’s new fitness center and enjoys other activities including summer afternoons at the pool, bocce ball league nights and casual dinners at the clubhouse bar.
