HomeLight analyzes hundreds of thousands transactions to identify the best real estate agents of Rancho Santa Margarita. And here's what we know about the top 3% of the 5,338 active Rancho Santa Margarita real estate agents: compared to the average agent, the top 3% work 1.8x more transactions and move homes 31.19 days faster.
Rancho Santa Margarita’s top REALTORS® and Real Estate Agents
Top Agents List updated on December 5th, 2023
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My name is Justin Tye and I am the broker/team lead for Active Realty, Inc. Thank you so much for the opportunity to help you with your real estate needs. We have one goal in mind, providing the best customer experience possible! We offer a custom tailored approach and use the latest technology to providing maxim...
Justin Tye's reviews
"If you ever need superior real estate service, Active Realty is the company to go to. Justin is well rounded and knows this business like the palm of his hand. He is one of the hardest working individuals that I ever met. It has been a pleasure doing business with him. It takes a lot of dedication and perseverance t..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
3,203
Average Price Point
$660K
Years of Experience
21
Cesi has been a licensed real estate agent in California for over 30 years and is currently with Keller Williams Realty and has helped over 3,500 families buy or sell homes in Orange County and surrounding areas. Cesi's coverage area includes Aliso Viejo, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Niguel and Ranch...
Cesi Pagano's reviews
"Cesi team worked well together! Their professionalism and persistence in keeping up with all the details of selling and buying a home were comforting and effective! We thank you , The Brown Family Tamara ❤️..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
720
Average Price Point
$1.3M
Years of Experience
37
RE/MAX
Partnering with the most recognizable real estate brand in the world with Century 21, I will deliver results for my clients with enthusiasm and dedication, while building life-long relationships with the people I get to work alongside. Using in-depth proprietary sales technology developed by Century 21, my clients a...
Home Transactions
486
Average Price Point
$940K
Years of Experience
24
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Jordan Bennett is a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty in Orange County, California and has been in the real estate business for 10 years. Jordan services clients through Orange County. HomeLight ranks Jordan as one of the top 1% of agents for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 10% of agent...
Jordan Bennett's reviews
"Jordan Bennet and Team: The service I received with Jordan and his Team is a prime example of why he is so successful. * Customer first * Jordan has a quick keen eye to identify the type of home we were looking for. * Jordan was always going out of his way to ensure a easy process. Even to the final day of ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
475
Average Price Point
$1.1M
Years of Experience
15
Darryl Jones is the number 1 realtor in North Orange County, selling over 100 properties a year, offer free staging and is an expert negotiator. His mom, JJ” retired in 2011 and Darryl has been selling homes in Orange County since 1990. His goal as top listing agent is to help you sell your home for the highest pric...
Darryl & JJ Jones's reviews
"Darryl has been a great agent to me. He was attentive to my questions and helped me with the sale of my home. I had a lot of questions but Darryl and his team were great. My home looked AMAZING after it was staged by Darryls team. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
349
Average Price Point
$990K
Years of Experience
33
Keller Williams- The Elizabeth Do Team
The Elizabeth Do Team has the drive, energy, and ability to make them a number one contender in the Market. They have the expertise and resources needed to serve their clients efficiently and effectively. Together, all twenty five team members, work in sync on each service opportunity. Proof is in the numbers. FOUN...
Home Transactions
306
Average Price Point
$810K
Years of Experience
18
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Tom Tennant, Licensed California Broker and team leader of The Tennant Group, has been working in Real Estate since 1999 and has assisted his clients in the sale or purchase of over 1500 properties with over $350 Million in Gross Sales Volume. This firmly positions him in the TOP 1% OF REAL ESTATE AGENTS NATIONWIDE!...
Tom Tennant's reviews
"Tom went above and beyond our expectations. We met with many realtors and choose Tom. We were very impressed with how he was going to showcase our home and would work closely with us all of which he did...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
282
Average Price Point
$670K
Years of Experience
23
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties is pleased to recognize Kevin Hill as the #1 ranked agent in Orange County for Transactions in the brokerage in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. Kevin is also one of the top 100 agents Nationwide out of more than 44,000 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices agents in...
Home Transactions
210
Average Price Point
$1M
Years of Experience
25
First Team Real Estate
Cathy Haney is a real estate broker with First Team Real Estate in Irvine, California and has been in the real estate business for 28 years. Cathy is ranked in the top 1% of all real estate agents in Irvine as well as in the top 1% of all Orange County agents. Cathy has completed transactions in several areas inclu...
Home Transactions
204
Average Price Point
$1.2M
Years of Experience
35
The Bashe Team specializes in providing our clients with a unique one on one experience unlike no other. From the first time you interact with us, to long after the close of escrow; The Bashe Team is here for you every step of the way. The Bashe Team is able to work with clients in the Inland Empire, San Diego & Or...
Tom Bashe's reviews
"I have worked with Tom professionally for quite some time, and even I entrust him to help me with my investment properties whenever I need a new tenant. He is always reachable, a great communicator, never is afraid to tell it like it is, and is rarely off the mark on his value estimates. He has rented multiple pr..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
158
Average Price Point
$640K
Years of Experience
20
How do we select our top agents?
At HomeLight, our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying.
We've analyzed transaction data of local real estate agents and REALTORS® across 6 distinct metrics to recommend a few of Rancho Santa Margarita's top Real Estate Agents.
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Vetted
641
Top Picks
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Top Rancho Santa Margarita, CA real estate agent stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.5x faster and for 131.2% more money.
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Client FAQs
What does a top real estate agent do?
Top real estate agents have more local expertise, prepare in-depth market analyses, and have industry connections that you can’t find by yourself. They know your neighborhood like the back of their hand and use their market knowledge to sell your home faster than the average agent and for money.
What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in Rancho Santa Margarita?
When you sell a house, your real estate agent becomes your business partner, financial advisor, and emotional support system. It’s crucial to partner with someone you trust, so make sure you’re looking for an agent who can answer all of your questions with confidence during the interview. During this process, you want to get to know the agent’s business and find out how well they know the area. You’re listening for things that signal experience, expertise in your community, and workload. Selling a home takes an enormous amount of work, so you need an agent who’s got a plan for prep, pricing, and marketing and who is ready to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Our data shows that the top 5% of listing agents sell homes for as much as (+9%) more than the average real estate agent. A great agent makes a difference when you buy a house, too: We’ve found that the top 5% of buyer's agents on average save their clients 2.5% more on their home purchase. So, whether you’re in the market to find your dream home or sell your house at a great price, the right agent matters. We encourage you to connect with a top real estate agent if you’re buying or selling a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Rancho Santa Margarita?
The best window to contact an agent to sell your home is anywhere from three to six months in advance of your list date. When you start the search for an agent several months before hitting the market, there’s plenty of time to find the best agent, make key renovations, and market your home effectively, all of which are essential steps in selling your home for a great price. You can also hire an agent based on the best time to sell in Rancho Santa Margarita to take advantage of seasonal and cyclical trends in the market.
The right time to hire a real estate agent depends on the temperature of the housing market. For example, the best time to sell in Rancho Santa Margarita is in May. And since it takes around 3 months to close on a home, you should list in February. We 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.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Rancho Santa Margarita?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Rancho Santa Margarita work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Rancho Santa Margarita real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Rancho Santa Margarita to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Rancho Santa Margarita real estate agent and will only introduce you to the top performing agents. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. To give you the best object recommendations, 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. You can trust that we’ll match you with the right agents for your needs.