Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Laguna Niguel, CA

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    Wayne Chang profile picture
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    (56)

    Wayne Chang

    Realty One Group

    15 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.44%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $210.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $580K - $3.7M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Doug Wathen profile picture
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    Doug Wathen

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    23 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.55%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $148.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    Lynette Colletta profile picture
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    Lynette Colletta

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    21 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.6%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $136.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    Jordan Bennett profile picture
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    Jordan Bennett

    Regency Real Estate Brokers

    19 Years of experience

    102+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.71%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $813M

    All-Time Sales

    $670K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Diane & John Cirignani profile picture
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    Diane & John Cirignani

    Legacy 15 Real Estate Brokers

    28 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.04%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $389.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $3.5M

    Price Range

    2%

    Negotiated Off List

    Brandon Hobbs profile picture
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    Brandon Hobbs

    Reason Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    172+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.15%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $1.46B

    All-Time Sales

    $660K - $55.7M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Veronica Encinas profile picture
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    Veronica Encinas

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    21 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.26%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $261.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $620K - $6.8M

    Price Range

    Kevin Hood profile picture
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    Kevin Hood

    GreenTree Properties

    29 Years of experience

    54+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.48%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $653M

    All-Time Sales

    $740K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Susan Chase profile picture
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    Susan Chase

    Compass

    12 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.54%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $152.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.4M - $12M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Bryan Whittam profile picture
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    Bryan Whittam

    Bullock Russell Real Estate Services

    20 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.65%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $486.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $940K - $20M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Natalie Boyle profile picture
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    Natalie Boyle

    Verso Homes

    25 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.76%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $246.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $4.1M

    Price Range

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    Briant Patterson

    Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

    30 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.87%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $108M

    All-Time Sales

    $780K - $6.7M

    Price Range

    Devin Doherty profile picture
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    Devin Doherty

    Doherty Real Estate Group

    35 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.97%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $341.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $8.2M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Katrina Smith profile picture
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    Katrina Smith

    Pinpoint Properties

    16 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.03%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $822.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.5M - $16.8M

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

    Jacqueline Screeton profile picture
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    Jacqueline Screeton

    First Team

    18 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.19%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $133.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    2%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Larry Bammer

    REAL Brokerage

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.25%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $343.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $710K - $10M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Amy Sims profile picture
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    Amy Sims

    Coldwell Banker

    18 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.63%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $397.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $680K - $4.6M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Evelyn Tee profile picture
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    Evelyn Tee

    eXp Realty

    20 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.91%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $190.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Dave Castle profile picture
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    Dave Castle

    Pacific Platinum Properties Inc

    18 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.96%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $320.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $730K - $7.1M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Amy Mosley - CA

    Coldwell Banker

    40 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.18%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $172.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    Fred Sed profile picture
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    Fred Sed

    Keller Williams Realty - Fred Sed Group

    22 Years of experience

    88+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.29%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $557.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $4.4M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Hadi Bahadori profile picture
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    Hadi Bahadori

    Home Smart Evergreen Realty

    26 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.4%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $69.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $610K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    Melody Smith profile picture
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    Melody Smith

    Regency Real Estate Brokers

    20 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.46%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $531.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.2M - $12M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Nicolai Glazer profile picture
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    Nicolai Glazer

    Sotheby's International Real Estate

    17 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.57%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $509.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $860K - $10M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Danielle Purcell profile picture
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    Danielle Purcell

    TeamLaguna.com

    37 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.73%

    in Laguna Niguel, CA

    $807M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.5M - $10.3M

    Price Range

    Do Top Laguna Niguel Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Laguna Niguel sell in a median of 26 days, compared with the Laguna Niguel market median of 38 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents26 days
    Laguna Niguel market38 days

    About 12 days faster (32% quicker than the Laguna Niguel market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Laguna Niguel?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Laguna Niguel 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)

    54Jan50Feb34Mar39Apr37May38Jun48Jul51Aug57Sep46Oct47Nov71Dec

    March

    Best month to sell

    34 days

    Typical time on market

    99.6%

    Of asking price

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

    The Housing Market Trends module above establishes Laguna Niguel as a market where pricing precision matters. The median sale price sits at $1,441,650, moving -0.3% year over year, while homes measure a median 38 days on market. The sale-to-list ratio holds at 98.99%, a signal that most closings land near asking rather than well above or below it. With 53 homes sold in the latest month against 170 active listings, the market carries 3.2 months of supply, which sits in balanced territory rather than favoring either side outright.

    The competitive indicators split in a way worth reading carefully. 30.2% of homes sold above list and 33.7% left the market within two weeks, evidence that correctly priced and well-presented homes still draw fast, competitive attention. At the same time, 23.5% of listings recorded a price cut, which tells buyers that overpriced homes stall and become negotiable. For a buyer, this means leverage exists on aging inventory but disappears on fresh, sharply priced listings, so offer strategy should hinge on days on market. For a seller, the data argues for pricing at or just under comparable value to trigger the two-week momentum rather than testing a high number and later discounting.

    With 83 pending sales and 88 new listings monthly, turnover remains steady. Across 1,823 licensed agents operating locally, execution quality varies widely, which is precisely why matching with a verified performer changes outcomes in a market this precise.

    What Laguna Niguel Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel
    $386,100
    Median home price$1,441,650
    Down payment (20%)$288,330
    Loan amount$1,153,320
    Monthly payment (PITI)$9,008

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.58% mortgage rate (as of July 23, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Laguna Niguel Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 38 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.99%
    Price Trend (YoY) -0.3%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $9,008
    Principal & Interest
    $7,351
    Property Taxes
    $1,382
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $1,441,650 median home price with 20% down at 6.58% (as of July 23, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Laguna Niguel Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $1,445,500
    Today $1,441,650
    -0.3%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 36 days
    Today 38 days
    +2 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 98.9%
    Today 98.99%
    +0.13%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved -0.3% while median time on market reflects a +2 days change and the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.13%. For sellers, the longer marketing window means patience and accurate pricing now matter more than they did last year. For buyers, the added time on market opens room to negotiate on listings that have been sitting, even as competition persists on new inventory.

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

    What to Look for in a Laguna Niguel Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar sign in the neighborhood overlooks what actually moves a transaction: measured negotiation results and consistent closings. EffectiveAgents analyzed 687 local transactions to separate verified performers from high-visibility names. At the top of that analysis is Wayne Chang at Realty One Group, with 291 career transactions, 56 client reviews, and $210.8M in all-time sales volume. In a market holding a 98.99% sale-to-list ratio where 30.2% of homes clear above asking, an agent who understands when to press and when to hold shapes the final number directly. That skill applies whether you are listing in the 92677 corridor or evaluating options in 92607, where pricing accuracy determines how quickly a home draws offers. Only 108 of the area's agents earn a ranked placement, and review patterns matter as much as raw volume: look for consistent feedback across many closings rather than a handful of standout comments, since repeated results signal reliability that a single review cannot.

    How We Rank Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel 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

    Laguna Niguel Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Laguna Niguel, CA?

    The verified top performer in Laguna Niguel, CA is Wayne Chang at Realty One Group, with 291 transactions, 56 reviews, and $210.8M in all-time sales volume. Rather than ranking agents by advertising spend, EffectiveAgents analyzed 687 local transactions and measured actual closing performance, negotiation outcomes, and review consistency. Of 1,823 licensed agents in the area, only 108 qualify as ranked. The right choice still depends on your price point, timeline, and property type, so compare several verified agents before committing.

    How were these Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel?

    Our data covers 1,823 real estate agents serving the Laguna Niguel area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Laguna Niguel market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Laguna Niguel mean for sellers?

    Laguna Niguel's median sale price is $1,441,650 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 Laguna Niguel?

    Homes in Laguna Niguel sell in a median of 38 days, and that figure reflects a +2 days change in market time versus a year ago. Timeline varies with pricing, condition, and location: 33.7% of homes go under contract within two weeks when priced accurately, while 23.5% of listings record a price cut, which typically extends the process. Correct pricing from day one, strong presentation, and current comparable data are the biggest levers for a faster sale in this balanced 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 Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Laguna Niguel 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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