Star One Credit Union Ranks No. 1 in Silicon Valley for Residential Real Estate Loan Growth

SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Star One Credit Union has been ranked as the Silicon Valley’s leading credit union for residential real estate loan growth, according to newly released data from Silicon Valley Business Journal.

The ranking evaluates credit unions headquartered in the Greater Bay Area based on the dollar increase in residential real estate loan portfolios over a one-year period. Star One recorded the largest increase among the 13 institutions included in the list, highlighting its expanding role in one of the nation’s most competitive housing markets.

“Helping our members finance a home is one of the most meaningful ways we serve our community,” said Victoria Tabler, Senior Vice President of Real Estate Lending, Star One Credit Union. “Every loan represents a member trusting us with one of the most important moments in their life. That impact is what drives everything we do.”

As housing demand increases across the region, Star One remains focused on expanding access to financing while strengthening its role as a leading community-based lender. As of September 30, 2025, credit unions in Silicon Valley collectively held more than $23.3 billion in residential real estate loans, representing a 5.96% increase year over year.

“In a competitive housing market, we remain focused on helping members move quickly and confidently with lending solutions designed around their needs,” said Tabler.

The data for the list is sourced from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) and includes only credit unions headquartered across the 12-county Greater Bay Area: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Monterey, Napa, San Benito, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano and Sonoma counties. Rankings exclude commercial real estate lending, which is categorized separately by the NCUA.

You can learn more about lending options with Star One at starone.org/borrow.

About Star One

Since its founding in 1956, Star One Credit Union has maintained a strong presence in the San Francisco Bay Area with deep roots in Silicon Valley’s culture of innovation. Today, Star One is a full-service financial institution with over 130,000 members and assets exceeding $9.3 billion. Membership extends to individuals and families in Santa Clara, Alameda, Merced, Monterey, San Joaquin, San Mateo, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Stanislaus counties. Star One ranks 28th in total assets among more than 4,600 credit unions nationwide and for over 10 years has returned more direct financial benefits to members than any other credit union in the country. Beyond financial services, Star One Credit Union remains deeply committed to the communities it serves. To learn more, visit https://www.starone.org/.