Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Garden Grove, CA

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    Team Tackney profile picture
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    (90)

    Team Tackney

    Team Tackney - GMT Real Estate

    23 Years of experience

    87+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.14%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $154.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $850K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    Lance Barker profile picture
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    Lance Barker

    RE/MAX

    26 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.5%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $366.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $650K - $4.6M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Jennifer Matsumoto profile picture
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    Jennifer Matsumoto

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    19 Years of experience

    65+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.79%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $420.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $640K - $3.6M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Jeff Anderson

    eXp Realty of California Inc.

    22 Years of experience

    246+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.93%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $1.52B

    All-Time Sales

    $470K - $3.9M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Terry McCarty

    Coldwell Banker

    29 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1%

    in Garden Grove, 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 1%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $449.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $700K - $4.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Alexander Piana

    Century 21 Award

    22 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.08%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $137.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Jeb Smith

    Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

    24 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.15%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $229M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Bill Caiazzo

    HomeSmart Evergreen Realty

    30 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.29%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $296.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Pam Etem

    The OC Real Estate

    23 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.58%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $286M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $5M

    Price Range

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    Teresa Knoll

    ReMax

    20 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.87%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $156.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Brandon Hobbs

    Reason Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    180+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.94%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $1.45B

    All-Time Sales

    $660K - $55.7M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Fred Sed

    Keller Williams Realty - Fred Sed Group

    22 Years of experience

    86+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.94%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $555.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $4.4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Mike Doyle

    Century 21

    19 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.01%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $226.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $630K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Melinda Elmer

    Century 21 Masters

    23 Years of experience

    70+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.37%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $381.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $8.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Shawn Shahbazi

    Keller Williams Realty

    39 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.44%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $362M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jon Perez

    First Team Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.58%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $273.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $560K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Leticia Watt

    Century 21 Award

    33 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.73%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $57.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    Juan Cevallos profile picture
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    Juan Cevallos

    Re/Max College Park Realty

    39 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.8%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $65M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $1.5M

    Price Range

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    Wendy RichSoto

    Keller Williams Realty, LA Harbor

    25 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.87%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $164.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jason Croswell

    Seven Gables Real Estate

    10 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.94%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $151.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Diego Magdaleno

    1Vision Real Estate

    16 Years of experience

    109+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.01%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $383.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $580K - $3.3M

    Price Range

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    Jeff Russell

    Russell Realty Group - EXP

    29 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.16%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $667M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $13.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Maria Xanthakis

    Seven Gables Real Estate

    25 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.16%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $503.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Laurie Chrispen

    RE/MAX

    19 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.16%

    in Garden Grove, CA

    $247.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    Do Top Garden Grove Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Garden Grove sell in a median of 18 days, compared with the Garden Grove market median of 36 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents18 days
    Garden Grove market36 days

    About 18 days faster (50% quicker than the Garden Grove market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Garden Grove?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Garden Grove 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)

    38Jan24Feb31Mar29Apr32May32Jun34Jul37Aug33Sep30Oct40Nov40Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    32 days

    Typical time on market

    103.6%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Garden Grove, 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 Garden Grove 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 Garden Grove 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

    Garden Grove Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Garden Grove 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 Garden Grove?

    Our data covers 1,394 real estate agents serving the Garden Grove area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Garden Grove market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Garden Grove mean for sellers?

    Garden Grove's median sale price is $1,000,000 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.

    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 Garden Grove 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 Garden Grove 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 Garden Grove 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 Garden Grove realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Garden Grove 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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