Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lake Forest, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.59%
in Lake Forest, CA
$236.2M
All-Time Sales
$640K - $2.3M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.74%
in Lake Forest, CA
$313.7M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(43)
Fred Sed
Keller Williams Realty - Fred Sed Group
22 Years of experience
88+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.04%
in Lake Forest, CA
$564.3M
All-Time Sales
$520K - $4.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Diane & John Cirignani
Legacy 15 Real Estate Brokers
28 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.34%
in Lake Forest, CA
$395.4M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $3.5M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.78%
in Lake Forest, CA
$350.1M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $8.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.08%
in Lake Forest, CA
$1.49B
All-Time Sales
$670K - $55.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$193.3M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $3.3M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(114)
Monica Carr
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
23 Years of experience
40+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.52%
in Lake Forest, CA
$845.4M
All-Time Sales
$820K - $4.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$343.1M
All-Time Sales
$710K - $10M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.41%
in Lake Forest, CA
$175.7M
All-Time Sales
$520K - $2.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.71%
in Lake Forest, CA
$486.1M
All-Time Sales
$860K - $6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$185.4M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $6.9M
Price Range
18
Sold in Lake Forest, CA
Top Agent(70)
Kirstie Nystedt
Bullock Russell Real Estate Services
17 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
$227M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $2.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.45%
in Lake Forest, CA
$196.7M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.6%
in Lake Forest, CA
$221.9M
All-Time Sales
$820K - $3.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.49%
in Lake Forest, CA
$322.2M
All-Time Sales
$730K - $7.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$133.9M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $2.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$210.8M
All-Time Sales
$580K - $3.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$545M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $12M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(53)
Cindy Hanson
Keller Williams OC Luxury Realty
19 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.38%
in Lake Forest, CA
$172.8M
All-Time Sales
$780K - $5.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$667.8M
All-Time Sales
$750K - $4.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.82%
in Lake Forest, CA
$504.6M
All-Time Sales
$720K - $4.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.97%
in Lake Forest, CA
$436.1M
All-Time Sales
$650K - $3.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.42%
in Lake Forest, CA
$374.4M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $4.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.42%
in Lake Forest, CA
$405.4M
All-Time Sales
$690K - $4.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Lake forest Housing Market Trends
Homes in Lake forest take a median 43 days to sell, go for 99.36% of asking, prices are up 11.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$1,268,161
median sale price
How fast they sell
43 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Lake Forest.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Lake Forest agents whose results fit it.
Lake Forest agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 26 days, the Lake Forest market in 43
median sale price in Lake Forest
Do Top Lake Forest Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Lake Forest sell in a median of 26 days, compared with the Lake Forest market median of 43 days on market.
About 17 days faster (40% quicker than the Lake Forest market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Lake Forest agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Lake Forest market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lake Forest?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lake Forest sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
34 days
Typical time on market
99.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lake Forest, CA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
What These Numbers Mean for Lake Forest Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $1,268,161, and reading the competitive indicators together clarifies where negotiating leverage actually sits in Lake Forest. With 34.4% of homes selling above list, 27.1% going off the market within two weeks, and a sale-to-list ratio of 99.36%, sellers of well-priced, move-in-ready homes still retain meaningful pull. At the same time, 37.0% of listings recorded a price cut and months of supply measured 4.0, signals that overpriced or dated homes sit while the market recalibrates.
For a buyer, this split market means strategy depends on the specific listing. On a home that is fresh, correctly priced, and drawing early interest, expect competition and prepare a clean offer near or at ask. On a listing that has aged past the 43 day median or already shows a reduction, there is room to negotiate on price and terms. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one: the homes capturing the 99.36% ratio are the ones that avoid the price-drop cycle that 37.0% of listings entered.
Median price per square foot stands at $639.2, and with 263 new listings against 203 pending sales each month, absorption remains steady rather than frantic. Across zip code 92630, matching your approach to each property's momentum matters more than a single market label. With 674 licensed agents active locally, identifying one who reads these indicators accurately is where measurable value begins.
What Lake Forest Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lake Forest goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $1,268,161 |
| Down payment (20%) | $253,632 |
| Loan amount | $1,014,529 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $8,432 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,268,161 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Lake Forest MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Lake Forest Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the metrics that actually predict outcomes: transaction volume, client review depth, and demonstrated pricing accuracy in the exact market you are entering. In Lake Forest, EffectiveAgents analyzed 791 transactions to rank 166 agents against those standards. Jordan Bennett at Regency Real Estate Brokers leads that group with 971 career transactions, 129 client reviews, and $828.1M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans buyer and seller representation across zip code 92630. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers: in a market where the sale-to-list ratio holds at 99.36% and 34.4% of homes clear above asking, an agent who consistently protects list-side pricing or wins competitive bids for buyers delivers quantifiable value. When you review candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern: consistent review counts over time, repeat-client language, and steady transaction cadence signal reliability far better than any one comment or headline.
How We Rank Lake Forest Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Lake Forest market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
674
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: August 2026
Lake Forest Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Lake Forest, CA?
The top-ranked agent in Lake Forest, CA is Jordan Bennett at Regency Real Estate Brokers, with 971 career transactions, 129 client reviews, and $828.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims; the methodology analyzes verified transaction history, review patterns, and pricing performance across 674 licensed local agents. That process narrowed the field to 166 ranked agents, so you can compare candidates on measured outcomes rather than name recognition when deciding who represents you.
How were these Lake Forest real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Lake Forest?
Our data covers 674 real estate agents serving the Lake Forest area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lake Forest market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Lake Forest mean for sellers?
Lake Forest's median sale price is $1,268,161 as of August 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Lake Forest?
In Lake Forest, the median time to sell is currently 43 days, a figure that reflects a -12 days change from last year's 55 day median. Your actual timeline depends heavily on pricing, condition, and presentation: homes priced accurately from listing day are among the 27.1% that go under contract within two weeks, while 37.0% of listings needed a reduction before selling. With 4.0 months of supply, correct initial pricing remains the strongest lever for a faster sale.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Lake Forest realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Lake Forest agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Lake Forest neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Lake Forest realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Lake Forest in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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