Tech executives seek extreme privacy in San Francisco real estate

High-profile technology executives, such as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, are increasingly seeking extreme privacy in the San Francisco real estate market. This demand for ‘secrecy-as-a-service’ follows security incidents, including an attack on Altman’s home involving a Molotov cocktail.

Real estate professionals report that the ‘AI elite’ are prioritizing anonymity through various methods. These include using complex legal entities to obscure ownership, signing nondisclosure agreements before property tours, and utilizing private listings.

Homebuyers are also adopting ‘landmaxxing’ tactics, which involve selecting properties with specific security features such as exterior gates, built-in camera systems, gatehouses for security staff, and large acreages to maintain distance from public streets.