Where serious buyers meet homeowners open to the right opportunity
OpenKnocks helps homeowners explore buyer interest privately. No public listing. No exact address shared. No pressure to move forward unless both sides agree.
1Get matched with compatible buyers
Built for San Francisco homeowners and buyers
1Get matched with compatible buyers
A private way to test the market
Some homeowners are curious, but not ready to list. Some buyers know exactly what they want, but never find the right home. OpenKnocks gives both sides a private way to discover whether there may be a fit. If there's a match and both sides opt in, we connect you to start the conversation. The address stays private unless the owner chooses to share it.
Built for privacy, control, and trust
Private by default
Your exact address is not shown publicly.
Mutual opt-in
Both sides must agree before anyone can chat or move forward.
No obligation
Exploring buyer interest does not mean you are listing your home.
Structured process
Matching comes first. Property-specific guidance comes later only if both sides choose to continue.
Three simple steps
Create a private profile
Homeowners share what makes their home unique and what would make a sale worth considering. Buyers share exactly what they are looking for. Nothing is public.
Match on real criteria
We match buyers and homeowners based on location, budget, timing, and specific preferences — not just square footage and price.
Move forward by mutual opt-in
Both sides must express interest before a conversation begins. No cold outreach, no unsolicited contact — only connections both parties want.
FOR HOMEOWNERS
- Learn whether serious buyers are looking for a home like yours
- Stay private unless you choose to share more
- Move forward only if the price, timing, and terms make sense
FOR BUYERS
- Share exactly what you're looking for
- Discover homes that may not be publicly listed
- Move forward only when there is mutual interest
A step-by-step process—with clear boundaries
Each phase moves forward only when both parties agree to proceed.
Match Phase
Explore compatibility privately
Review your matches, express mutual interest, and start a conversation. Share details at your own pace — including your address. No commitments are made during this phase.
Both sides must opt in before a conversation begins
Property Review Phase
Tours, disclosures, and next steps
When both sides want to take the next step, move into property-level discussions. Schedule a tour, review disclosures, and discuss pricing and terms. Either side can stop at any time — nothing is locked in.
Either side can stop at any time — nothing is locked in
Transaction Phase
Offer, contracts, and closing
Offer and disclosures preparation, escrow coordination, and closing support. Continue with our facilitation or use your own broker — the choice is yours.
Formal commitments only begin when both parties sign
Frequently asked
Explore the market privately — before going public
No public listing·No obligation·Mutual opt-in required