Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Temecula, CA

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    Nicholas Anselmo profile picture
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    Nicholas Anselmo

    Abundance Real Estate

    7 Years of experience

    623+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.11%

    in Temecula, CA

    $1.62B

    All-Time Sales

    $770K - $420M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Josh Painter

    Corcoran Global Living

    20 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.16%

    in Temecula, CA

    $787.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $11M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Kellee Malone profile picture
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    Kellee Malone

    Reliable Realty Inc.

    29 Years of experience

    116+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Temecula, CA

    $799.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Destry Johnson

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Ranch & Coast Real Estate

    34 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.32%

    in Temecula, CA

    $373.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $3M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Hank Greer

    Reliable Realty

    16 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.74%

    in Temecula, CA

    $178.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Tom Bashe

    Localist Realty

    23 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.79%

    in Temecula, CA

    $359M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Heidi Bowser

    Century 21 Award

    15 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.95%

    in Temecula, CA

    $135.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Justin Short

    RE/MAX

    12 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.27%

    in Temecula, CA

    $188M

    All-Time Sales

    $410K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Chris Murray

    REMAX Empire Properties

    24 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.43%

    in Temecula, CA

    $614.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.4M

    Price Range

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    Ken Pfeifer

    Century 21 Award

    21 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.64%

    in Temecula, CA

    $73.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Serri Rowell

    Sea Villa Realty

    22 Years of experience

    377+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.85%

    in Temecula, CA

    $2.03B

    All-Time Sales

    $760K - $540M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Sarah Porquez

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    12 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.17%

    in Temecula, CA

    $61M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $4.3M

    Price Range

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    Scott Partridge

    Allison James Estates & Homes

    24 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.27%

    in Temecula, CA

    $80.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $490K - $2.7M

    Price Range

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    Anthony Anselmo

    Abundance Real Estate

    4 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.33%

    in Temecula, CA

    $76.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $640K - $2.5M

    Price Range

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    Jim Holbrook

    Performance Realty Estates and Homes

    21 Years of experience

    87+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.43%

    in Temecula, CA

    $155.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    James Shelby

    Signature Real Estate Group

    13 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.59%

    in Temecula, CA

    $175.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Karen Lenahan

    Sunset Properties

    13 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.7%

    in Temecula, CA

    $23.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    Dan Summers profile picture
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    Dan Summers

    Keller Williams Temecula Valley

    11 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.75%

    in Temecula, CA

    $76.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Hedda Parashos profile picture
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    Hedda Parashos

    Palisade Realty

    20 Years of experience

    497+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.8%

    in Temecula, CA

    $2.59B

    All-Time Sales

    $770K - $560M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jessica Foote

    NATIVE

    17 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.07%

    in Temecula, CA

    $438.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $570K - $5M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Betsy Burkey

    Realty Sky

    22 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.22%

    in Temecula, CA

    $130M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Deanne Stott

    Century 21 Award

    22 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.28%

    in Temecula, CA

    $137.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Mike Chiesl

    Sentry Residential

    19 Years of experience

    50+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.49%

    in Temecula, CA

    $480.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $590K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Anthony Lauria

    Abundance Real Estate

    8 Years of experience

    59+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.54%

    in Temecula, CA

    $123.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $2M

    Price Range

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    Paige Hardy Hill

    The Hardy Group

    10 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.81%

    in Temecula, CA

    $76.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    Do Top Temecula Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Temecula sell in a median of 27 days, compared with the Temecula market median of 35 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents27 days
    Temecula market35 days

    About 8 days faster (23% quicker than the Temecula market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Temecula agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Temecula market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Temecula?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Temecula sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    53Jan63Feb28Mar28Apr36May33Jun40Jul39Aug46Sep47Oct39Nov48Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    28 days

    Typical time on market

    99.8%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Temecula, 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 Temecula Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline: a median sale price of $747,000 and a median of 35 days on market. Reading the competitive indicators together clarifies where leverage actually sits in Temecula. With 39.8% of homes closing above list and 39.5% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still draw fast, competitive attention. At the same time, 33.0% of active listings have taken a price reduction, and 2.9 months of supply sits in the range that neither strongly favors buyers nor sellers. That split matters. A sale-to-list ratio of 99.66% tells you sellers are generally holding close to asking, but the volume of price drops shows that anything priced above the market corrects quickly. For a buyer, the practical takeaway is to move decisively on freshly listed, accurately priced homes while negotiating harder on listings that have aged past the 35-day median or already dropped once. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined initial pricing rather than testing an aspirational number, since the reward for landing in the competitive band is a quick sale and the risk of overpricing is a visible reduction. With 170 new listings and 129 pending sales monthly against 330 active homes, turnover is steady but selective. Temecula has 1,892 licensed agents, and performance varies widely among them, which is why matching with an agent who prices and negotiates to these specific conditions changes outcomes more than any single market statistic does.

    What Temecula Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Temecula goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Temecula
    $207,000
    Median home price$747,000
    Down payment (20%)$149,400
    Loan amount$597,600
    Monthly payment (PITI)$4,831

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of July 30, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Temecula Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 35 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.66%
    Price Trend (YoY) +2.3%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $4,831
    Principal & Interest
    $3,840
    Property Taxes
    $716
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $747,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of July 30, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Temecula Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $730,000
    Today $747,000
    +2.3%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 36 days
    Today 35 days
    -1 day days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.8%
    Today 99.66%
    -0.13%
    What this shift means: Year over year, the median sale price moved +2.3% while the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.13%, leaving Temecula close to balanced rather than swinging sharply toward either side. For buyers, that means negotiating room exists on the right listings without the frenzy of a strong seller's market. For sellers, it signals that pricing to the current median, rather than last year's expectations, is what keeps a home on pace with the 35-day norm.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Temecula MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Temecula Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and consistency across a full market cycle. In Temecula, EffectiveAgents analyzed 1,141 annual transactions to rank 168 agents out of 1,892 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Nicholas Anselmo at Abundance Real Estate, has recorded 1,620 transactions and $1.6B in all-time sales volume. That depth matters when 39.8% of homes sell above list and 33.0% of listings require a reduction, because an agent who negotiates daily reads which situation applies before an offer is written. Experience across Temecula zip codes including 92591, 92592, and 92590 helps an agent price to the block rather than the citywide median. Review patterns are equally telling: Anselmo carries 473 reviews, and a large, consistent review history over time is a stronger signal of reliability than a handful of recent five-star ratings. When comparing agents, weigh transaction volume, negotiation record, and the durability of their reviews together.

    How We Rank Temecula 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 Temecula 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.

    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: May 2026

    Temecula Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Temecula, CA?

    The top-ranked agent in Temecula, CA, based on verified performance data is Nicholas Anselmo at Abundance Real Estate, with 1,620 transactions, 473 reviews, and $1.6B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents determines rankings by analyzing 1,141 local transactions against measured outcomes rather than advertising. The result is 168 ranked agents drawn from 1,892 licensed in the area. The strongest match depends on your price point and timeline, so compare several ranked agents against your specific goals.

    How were these Temecula 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 Temecula?

    Our data covers 1,892 real estate agents serving the Temecula area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Temecula market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Temecula mean for sellers?

    Temecula's median sale price is $747,000 as of May 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 Temecula?

    Homes in Temecula currently take a median of 35 days to sell, though the actual timeline depends heavily on pricing and condition. With 39.5% of homes going off the market within two weeks, accurately priced listings often move well under the median, while overpriced homes contribute to the 33.0% of listings that eventually cut their price. A sale-to-list ratio of 99.66% and 2.9 months of supply suggest a balanced pace. Preparation, staging, and an experienced listing agent all shorten the timeline in this market.

    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 Temecula 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 Temecula 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 Temecula 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 Temecula realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Temecula 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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