Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Chula Vista, CA

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    Hedda Parashos profile picture
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    (998)

    Hedda Parashos

    Palisade Realty

    20 Years of experience

    518+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.05%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $2.61B

    All-Time Sales

    $770K - $560M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Alexandra Vinson Shepard profile picture
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    Alexandra Vinson Shepard

    Alexandra Vinson Shepard

    24 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.09%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $283.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Dawn Lewis profile picture
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    Dawn Lewis

    Real Brokerage Technologies

    37 Years of experience

    54+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.28%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $504.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $490K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jose A Hernandez

    Coldwell Banker

    23 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.32%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $172.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $4.9M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Glen Henderson

    Premier Homes Team | LPT Realty, Inc

    23 Years of experience

    82+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.51%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $919.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $410K - $11M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Melissa Tucci

    Coldwell Banker West

    23 Years of experience

    179+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.83%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $1.58B

    All-Time Sales

    $580K - $6.9M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Courtney Cameron

    RE/MAX Empire Properties

    20 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.92%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $395.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Wesley Brown

    Century 21 Award | San Diego Elite Team

    14 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.8%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $119.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $2M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Douglas Gutierrez

    eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.

    10 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.99%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $180.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $6.2M

    Price Range

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    The Vera Group - Ulises Vera

    TheSanDiegoHomeGroup

    22 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.08%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $42.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Kimberly Schmidt

    Compass

    20 Years of experience

    74+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.26%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $448.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $3.8M

    Price Range

    1%

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    Bobby Martins

    eXp Realty

    23 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.73%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $741.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $13.5M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Ryan Ponce

    Compass

    15 Years of experience

    33+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.87%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $322.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $5.8M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Woody Henderson

    American Dreams Real Estate

    21 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.05%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $225M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $3M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Melvina Selfani

    Century 21 Award

    28 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.33%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $490.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $620K - $8.6M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Claude Blackman

    Tidal Realty

    20 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.42%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $100.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Bob Sanchez

    Coldwell Banker West

    21 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.56%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $108.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Jessica Mushovic

    Big Block Realty

    19 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.6%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $86.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Marta Stasik Fahme

    Stasik Homes Real Estate

    14 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.79%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $157M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Leo Esguerra

    Palisade Realty

    10 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.79%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $258.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.4M - $159M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Issac Cardona

    Big Block Realty

    12 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.93%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $126.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $6.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Muna Khurshid Stewart

    Century 21 Affiliated

    12 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.02%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $30.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $590K - $2.9M

    Price Range

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    Deanne Stott

    Century 21 Award

    22 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.11%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $137.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Catherine Clamp

    Catherine Clamp Real Estate Services

    21 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.44%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $74.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $3.5M

    Price Range

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    Marty Banks

    Coldwell Banker West

    23 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.71%

    in Chula Vista, CA

    $561.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $2.6M - $472M

    Price Range

    Do Top Chula Vista Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Chula Vista sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the Chula Vista market median of 21 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents20 days
    Chula Vista market21 days

    About 1 days faster (5% quicker than the Chula Vista market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Chula Vista?

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    35Jan28Feb23Mar22Apr22May22Jun27Jul30Aug29Sep28Oct30Nov32Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    22 days

    Typical time on market

    100.5%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Chula Vista, 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.

    Home Values by Neighborhood in Chula Vista

    Median home values across Chula Vista, CA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Rancho Del Rey II

    +57% over 5 years

    $1.13M

    Rolling Hills Ranch

    +55% over 5 years

    $958K

    Bonita Long Canyon

    +54% over 5 years

    $953K

    San Miguel Ranch

    +62% over 5 years

    $913K

    Sunbow I

    +72% over 5 years

    $861K

    Otay Ranch Village 1

    +64% over 5 years

    $844K

    Eastlake Trails

    +68% over 5 years

    $839K

    Fenton St

    +36% over 5 years

    $824K

    Paseo Ranchoero

    +67% over 5 years

    $794K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for Chula Vista Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows Chula Vista carrying a median sale price of $822,053 and a median of 21 days on market, a combination that describes a market where demand remains firm but is no longer indiscriminate. With 51.2% of homes selling above their asking price and 39.1% going under contract within two weeks, sellers of well-positioned properties still command competitive attention. At the same time, 23.2% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, and months of supply sits at 2.0, both signals that overpricing carries a real cost.

    For buyers, this split creates room to be selective. The sale-to-list ratio of 100.16% indicates most closings land very close to asking, so aggressive lowball offers rarely succeed on fresh inventory. The leverage instead appears on listings that have aged past the 21 day median or already logged a reduction, where negotiating on price, credits, or contingencies becomes realistic. Watching pending sales (492) against 581 new listings each month helps gauge which segments are absorbing quickly.

    For sellers, the data argues for disciplined initial pricing. Homes priced to the comparable evidence tend to capture the two-week window of peak buyer interest, while those that reach beyond it join the 23.2% that eventually cut. With 302 active listings competing for attention, presentation and pricing accuracy determine outcomes more than optimism. Chula Vista has 2,164 licensed agents, but transaction volume and negotiating results vary widely between them, which is why matching with a verified performer matters when the margin between a strong and a weak result is measured in tens of thousands of dollars.

    What Chula Vista Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista
    $227,200
    Median home price$822,053
    Down payment (20%)$164,411
    Loan amount$657,642
    Monthly payment (PITI)$5,302

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Chula Vista Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 21 days
    Sale-to-List Price 100.16%
    Price Trend (YoY) +2.1%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $5,302
    Principal & Interest
    $4,239
    Property Taxes
    $788
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $822,053 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Chula Vista Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $804,987
    Today $822,053
    +2.1%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 23 days
    Today 21 days
    -2 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 100.2%
    Today 100.16%
    -0.02%
    What this shift means: Median price moved +2.1% year over year while market time registered a -2 days change and the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.02%. Together these point to a market where values held their ground but the pace of selling has loosened, giving buyers slightly more time to evaluate without the pressure of instant multiple-offer situations. Sellers still transact near asking, but the longer runway rewards accurate pricing over waiting for escalating bids.

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

    What to Look for in a Chula Vista Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: verified closings, negotiation track record, and consistency across a full market cycle. EffectiveAgents ranks 85 agents in Chula Vista drawn from a pool of 2,164 licensed professionals, using measured transaction data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Hedda Parashos of Palisade Realty, has closed 2,678 transactions with 978 client reviews and $2.6B in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio of 100.16% means small negotiation gains translate directly into dollars, whether a client is pursuing new construction in Otay Ranch, an established home in Rancho Del Rey I, or a lakefront-adjacent listing in Eastlake Greens. An agent who understands pricing dynamics across Sunbow II and the eastern villages can position a listing to sell inside the 21 day window rather than joining the 23.2% that cut price later. Review patterns are as telling as raw volume: a steady stream of recent, detailed feedback signals reliability that a single headline sale cannot.

    How We Rank Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista 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: June 2026

    Chula Vista Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Chula Vista, CA?

    The highest-ranked agent in Chula Vista, CA by verified performance is Hedda Parashos of Palisade Realty, with 2,678 closed transactions, 978 client reviews, and $2.6B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents through measured outcomes, closing history, review consistency, and negotiation results, rather than self-reported claims or advertising. Across 85 ranked agents in the city, the platform matches buyers and sellers to professionals whose track records align with their specific neighborhood and price point, so the strongest fit depends on your goals as much as overall ranking.

    How were these Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista?

    Our data covers 2,164 real estate agents serving the Chula Vista area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Chula Vista market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Chula Vista mean for sellers?

    Chula Vista's median sale price is $822,053 as of June 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 Chula Vista?

    The median home in Chula Vista sells in about 21 days, though that figure reflects the marketing period and not the additional 30 to 45 days a typical escrow requires to close. Market time has seen a -2 days change year over year, so timelines have shifted from the prior year. Individual results vary with pricing accuracy, condition, and location: homes priced to recent comparables and shown well often go under contract within two weeks, while overpriced listings linger and frequently require a reduction before attracting serious offers.

    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 Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Chula Vista 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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