Find the perfect Irvine real estate agent
We analyze millions of home sales to find the best performing real estate agents.
We analyze millions of home sales to find the best performing real estate agents.
HomeLight analyzes all 9,716 Irvine, CA real estate agents and compares them on their historical performance data. The top 3% of Irvine real estate agents handle an average of 410 properties and move them in 35 days.
We have not listed or sold a home in 42 years and so we had no clue where to turn for a good Realtor...We interviewed two of the names of Realtors that Home Light provided and were so happy to find someone that went above and beyond what we expected.
Cheryl Y
There are 9,716 real estate agents in Irvine, CA right now. Properties are listed for 70 days on average. The difference in time spent on the market in Irvine, CA for top agents is 34.99 less than the time an average agent spends on a given housing transaction.
Top seller’s agents, when compared again the average real estate agent in Irvine, sell 1.8x the number of homes and sell them 34.99 days faster.
Sale price / List price (%)
Days on market
Lower is better
Homes sold / yr
The top real estate agents in Irvine help buy 1.7x more homes than average agents in the same area. Top agents, on average, also save home buyers $95,393 during the buying process.
Condos sold / yr
Homes purchased / yr
Sale price / list price (%)
Lower is better
Keller Williams Realty
Irvine Listings Sold
16
Average Days on Market
55
Average Over Asking
$24k
Keller Williams Realty
Irvine Listings Sold
15
Average Days on Market
57
Average Over Asking
$16k
Keller Williams Elite Reality
Irvine Listings Sold
42
Average Over Asking
$41k
Average Days on Market
66
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Average Over Asking
$67k
Irvine Listings Sold
10
Average Days on Market
76
Keller Williams - The Oie Group
Irvine Listings Sold
96
Average Over Asking
$7.4k
Single Family Home Transactions
1.4k
Doherty Real Estate Group @ KW
Irvine Listings Sold
13
Average Over Asking
$41k
Condo Transactions
140
Shorewood Realtors
Average Days on Market
35
Average Over Asking
$33k
Single Family Home Transactions
1.2k
I had a home that I couldn't sell for 10 years. I decided to try HomeLight and chose the first agent they provided. My home sold immediately! If I sell another home, I will definitely call HomeLight.
Cynthia B
We were very happy with the Realtor that HomeLight recommended. We are new to the area so it was nice to have someone experienced and full of tips about the different towns.
Jim W
...We found HomeLight, searched for agents with experience, and connected with our agent in one day. She helped us snag a property in a competitive part of town, largely due to her relationships in the area.
Evelyn H
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Irvine?
It's going to depend on the temperature of the Irvine housing market but we generally recommend that you hire a real estate agent as soon as you're thinking of selling your home. Generally speaking, that's anywhere from 3 to 6 months prior to your desired move date.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Irvine?
On average, the top performing 5% of seller's agents generally command a higher selling price (+9%) than the average real estate agent. The top performing 5% of buyer's agents generally save their clients 2.5% more than the average real estate agent at closing. So, whether you're buying or selling your home, your odds of making more money on the transaction are higher if you work with a top performing agent. We encourage you to explore all of your options if you're selling a home in Irvine, CA.
Why do I need to hire a licensed real estate agent in Irvine?
Always ensure you’re working with a trained, accredited real estate professional. That's the best way to protect you and your property. Every listing agent should be prepared to deliver proof of their license to sell in your area.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Irvine?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Irvine work for 6% of the home price.
How do I find a real estate agent that specializes in a specific Irvine neighborhood?
Looking to buy or sell a home in a specific Irvine neighborhood? We've got you covered. Either explore top real estate agents in Irvine neighborhoods or give one of our trained agent concierges a call at (855) 999-7975
What are the most important questions to ask when interviewing Irvine neighborhood?
We've put together a list of 24 questions to ask your real estate agent. Make sure to ask them of your Irvine real estate agent during interviews.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Irvine real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agents in Irvine to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Irvine real estate agents and will only introduce you to the top performing agents.
Do these Irvine real estate agents work for HomeLight?
No. All of the real estate agents you see on HomeLight.com are unaffiliated with us. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. That's how we keep our recommendations objective.
What factors does HomeLight consider when evaluating real estate agents in Irvine?
We compare real estate agents on a variety of data points in their transaction history. While we can't give away our exact algorithm, we can tell you that we consider things like: how fast a real estate agent sells, how many properties they work on, how much money they save or earn their clients, and what cities and neighborhoods they specialize in.
