Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Costa Mesa, CA

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    Valerie Torelli profile picture
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    Valerie Torelli

    Torelli Realty

    48 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.07%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $370.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $690K - $5.4M

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    Holly McDonald

    Compass

    17 Years of experience

    36+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.14%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $280M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $8.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Brandon Hobbs

    Reason Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    181+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.27%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $1.45B

    All-Time Sales

    $660K - $55.7M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Nicolai Glazer

    Sotheby's International Real Estate

    17 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.68%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $507.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $860K - $10M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Bill Caiazzo

    HomeSmart Evergreen Realty

    30 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.95%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $296.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Janelle File

    Compass

    12 Years of experience

    58+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.62%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $772.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $2.5M - $23M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Kendra Fisher

    Torelli Realty

    6 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.69%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $38M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.1M - $3M

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    Natalie Boyle

    Verso Homes

    25 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.03%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $246.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $4.1M

    Price Range

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    Melanie Kermode

    Compass

    32 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.1%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $103.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $960K - $5.7M

    Price Range

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    Maria Xanthakis

    Seven Gables Real Estate

    25 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.17%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $503.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Katrina Smith

    Pinpoint Properties

    16 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.23%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $813.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.5M - $16.8M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Dawn M Nicolaisen

    L3 Real Estate

    11 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.5%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $56.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $810K - $7.2M

    Price Range

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    Fred Sed

    Keller Williams Realty - Fred Sed Group

    22 Years of experience

    86+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.57%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $555.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $4.4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jeb Smith

    Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

    24 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.57%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $229M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Kent Martin

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    18 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.71%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $183.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $9.3M

    Price Range

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    Pam Etem

    The OC Real Estate

    23 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.91%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $286M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $5M

    Price Range

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    Peggy Aldinger

    Pacific Cove Realty and Loan

    26 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.91%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $181.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $7M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Adam Alcaraz

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    30 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.98%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $184.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $6.9M

    Price Range

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    Terry McCarty

    Coldwell Banker

    29 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.04%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $460.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $650K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Cheryl Coleman

    Keller Williams Realty

    22 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.18%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $449.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $700K - $4.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Jeff Russell

    Russell Realty Group - EXP

    29 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.25%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $667M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $13.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Dave Castle

    Pacific Platinum Properties Inc

    18 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.25%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $315M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $7.1M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Amy Mosley - CA

    Coldwell Banker

    40 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.25%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $171.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $2.5M

    Price Range

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    Mark Lima

    Lima Real Estate Group

    18 Years of experience

    44+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.32%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $149.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $830K - $5.4M

    Price Range

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    Lance Barker

    RE/MAX

    26 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.45%

    in Costa Mesa, CA

    $365.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $650K - $4.6M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Do Top Costa Mesa Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Costa Mesa sell in a median of 26 days, compared with the Costa Mesa market median of 39 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents26 days
    Costa Mesa market39 days

    About 13 days faster (33% quicker than the Costa Mesa market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Costa Mesa?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Costa Mesa 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)

    46Jan37Feb31Mar34Apr37May36Jun46Jul35Aug37Sep48Oct44Nov43Dec

    March

    Best month to sell

    31 days

    Typical time on market

    100.4%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Costa Mesa, 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.

    How We Rank Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa 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

    Costa Mesa Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa?

    Our data covers 1,478 real estate agents serving the Costa Mesa area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Costa Mesa market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Costa Mesa mean for sellers?

    Costa Mesa's median sale price is $1,377,500 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.

    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 Costa Mesa 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.

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