Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Huntington Beach, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.06%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$275.8M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $3.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.12%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$504.6M
All-Time Sales
$720K - $4.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.19%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$453.8M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $4.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.31%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$292.4M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.43%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$303.5M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $3.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(80)
Jeb Smith
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
24 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.68%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$232.8M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.87%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$464.9M
All-Time Sales
$650K - $4.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.05%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$157.1M
All-Time Sales
$730K - $3.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.11%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$374.4M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $4.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(245)
Jeff Anderson
eXp Realty of California Inc.
22 Years of experience
257+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.36%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$1.57B
All-Time Sales
$480K - $4.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.61%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$1.48B
All-Time Sales
$670K - $55.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.67%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$158.4M
All-Time Sales
$830K - $5.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.98%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$236.2M
All-Time Sales
$640K - $2.3M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.48%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$285.9M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $8.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(42)
Robert van der Goes
Seven Gables Real Estate
22 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.03%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$132.9M
All-Time Sales
$780K - $3.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$388.5M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.8M
Price Range
26
Sold in Huntington Beach, CA
Top AgentTop 3.34%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$826.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.5M - $16.8M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(165)
Nicolai Glazer
Sotheby's International Real Estate
17 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.47%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$511.3M
All-Time Sales
$860K - $10M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.15%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$200.3M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $8.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$667.8M
All-Time Sales
$750K - $4.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$182M
All-Time Sales
$720K - $7M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$166.4M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $5.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.58%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$391M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $8.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(914)
Angel and Patty Hernandez
Realty ONE Group Synergy
40 Years of experience
205+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.64%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$1.94B
All-Time Sales
$430K - $12M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.77%
in Huntington Beach, CA
$668.4M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $13.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Huntington beach Housing Market Trends
Homes in Huntington beach take a median 41 days to sell, go for 99% of asking, prices are up 4.3% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$1,374,091
median sale price
How fast they sell
41 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Huntington Beach.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Huntington Beach agents whose results fit it.
Huntington Beach agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 24 days, the Huntington Beach market in 41
median sale price in Huntington Beach
Do Top Huntington Beach Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Huntington Beach sell in a median of 24 days, compared with the Huntington Beach market median of 41 days on market.
About 17 days faster (41% quicker than the Huntington Beach market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Huntington Beach agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Huntington Beach market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Huntington Beach?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Huntington Beach 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)
April
Best month to sell
35 days
Typical time on market
99.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach Buyers and Sellers
Huntington Beach currently reads as a competitive but transitioning market, and the Housing Market Trends module above frames the core tension. With months of supply at 3.0 and 34.3% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, demand for well-priced listings remains strong. At the same time, 30.0% of active listings have taken a price reduction, and median time on market sits at 41 days after a -5 days change year over year. That combination signals a market where correctly priced homes move quickly while overpriced ones stall. The median sale price of $1,374,091 moved +4.3% year over year, and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 99.00%. For buyers, leverage exists on the roughly one in four listings that have already cut price or lingered past the two-week window; these are the properties where measured, below-list offers can succeed. On the 25.3% of homes selling above list, however, competing means moving fast with clean terms. For sellers, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one. With 409 active listings and 139 homes sold monthly against 500 new listings, buyers have choices, so an aspirational list price invites the price-drop cycle that erodes final proceeds. Pricing near recent comparable sales positions a home to capture the fast-sale segment rather than the discount segment. Navigating that split market rewards local judgment on which side a given property falls. Huntington Beach has 1,615 licensed agents, and the difference between one who prices to the current data and one who chases last quarter's numbers shows up directly in days on market and net proceeds.
What Huntington Beach Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Huntington Beach 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 | $1,374,091 |
| Down payment (20%) | $274,818 |
| Loan amount | $1,099,273 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $8,928 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,374,091 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Huntington Beach MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Huntington Beach Realtor
Choosing an agent in Huntington Beach should rest on measured performance rather than name recognition or the largest advertising budget. EffectiveAgents ranks 196 agents here from a pool of 1,615 licensed professionals, using verified transaction records rather than self-reported claims. The top-ranked team, Sandi, John & Ryan Barry at First Team South, has closed 395 transactions with $272.9M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill matters most in a split market: with 25.3% of homes selling above list yet 30.0% of listings cutting price, an agent's read on which side a property falls determines net proceeds. That judgment is especially valuable in distinct submarkets like Huntington Harbour and Sunset Beach, where waterfront pricing behaves differently from inland tracts and comparable sales require careful interpretation. When reviewing agents, look past the star average to the pattern: how many reviews exist, whether they reference pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes, and whether results are consistent across multiple transactions rather than a single standout sale.
How We Rank Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach 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.
1,615
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
Huntington Beach Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Huntington Beach, CA?
The top-ranked agent in Huntington Beach, CA on EffectiveAgents is the team of Sandi, John & Ryan Barry at First Team South, with 395 verified transactions and $272.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks 196 local agents out of 1,615 licensed professionals using verified transaction data, closed sales history, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. The strongest match depends on your property type and neighborhood, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach?
Our data covers 1,615 real estate agents serving the Huntington Beach area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Huntington Beach market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Huntington Beach mean for sellers?
Huntington Beach's median sale price is $1,374,091 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 Huntington Beach?
Homes in Huntington Beach currently take a median of 41 days to sell, reflecting a -5 days change in market time compared with last year. Timeline varies widely based on pricing, condition, and location. Well-priced listings move fast, with 34.3% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, while 30.0% of listings that started above market eventually cut price and take longer. Waterfront and inland submarkets also move at different paces. Accurate pricing from day one, strong preparation, and effective marketing remain the largest factors in how quickly a home sells.
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 Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Huntington Beach 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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