Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Murrieta, CA

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    Kellee Malone profile picture
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    (318)

    Kellee Malone

    Reliable Realty Inc.

    29 Years of experience

    117+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.15%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $793.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (342)

    Josh Painter

    Corcoran Global Living

    20 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.31%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $786.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $11M

    Price Range

    3%

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    (150)

    Destry Johnson

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Ranch & Coast Real Estate

    34 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.54%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $371.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $3M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Nicholas Anselmo profile picture
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    (473)

    Nicholas Anselmo

    Abundance Real Estate

    7 Years of experience

    586+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.61%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $1.58B

    All-Time Sales

    $780K - $420M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Tom Bashe

    Localist Realty

    23 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.77%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $354.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Andrew Lewis profile picture
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    Andrew Lewis

    Real Broker

    14 Years of experience

    78+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.07%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $189.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $430K - $3.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Jeff Russell profile picture
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    (138)

    Jeff Russell

    Russell Realty Group - EXP

    29 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.23%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $667M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $13.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Justin Short profile picture
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    (93)

    Justin Short

    RE/MAX

    12 Years of experience

    47+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.23%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $186.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $410K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    4%

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    (64)

    Chris Murray

    REMAX Empire Properties

    24 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.68%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $610.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.4M

    Price Range

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    (53)

    James Shelby

    Signature Real Estate Group

    13 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.07%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $175.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Heather Penko

    Signature Real Estate Group

    15 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.45%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $82.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Betsy Burkey

    Realty Sky

    22 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.6%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $129.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    (92)

    Tom Tennant

    Elevate Real Estate Agency | Reliance Real Estate Services

    27 Years of experience

    79+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.76%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $779.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Andrea Lynn Duncan

    Allison James Estates & Homes

    14 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.83%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $59.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $2.1M

    Price Range

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    Serri Rowell

    Sea Villa Realty

    22 Years of experience

    364+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.14%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $2.02B

    All-Time Sales

    $760K - $540M

    Price Range

    4%

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    (94)

    Jessica Foote

    NATIVE

    17 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.22%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $432.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $570K - $5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jim Holbrook

    Performance Realty Estates and Homes

    21 Years of experience

    88+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.37%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $153.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    (154)

    Hank Greer

    Reliable Realty

    16 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.52%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $177.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Scott Partridge

    Allison James Estates & Homes

    24 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.6%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $79M

    All-Time Sales

    $490K - $2.7M

    Price Range

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    Ken Pfeifer

    Century 21 Award

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.68%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $72.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Paige Hardy Hill

    The Hardy Group

    10 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.98%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $74.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $2.2M

    Price Range

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    Heidi Bowser

    Century 21 Award

    15 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.13%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $135.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Lee Criner

    Allison James Estates and Homes

    30 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.59%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $78.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    3%

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    (23)

    Deanne Stott

    Century 21 Award

    22 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.82%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $135.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Steven Osborne

    First Team Real Estate

    37 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.98%

    in Murrieta, CA

    $113.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    Do Top Murrieta Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Murrieta sell in a median of 24 days, compared with the Murrieta market median of 36 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents24 days
    Murrieta market36 days

    About 12 days faster (33% quicker than the Murrieta market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Murrieta?

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

    64Jan67Feb41Mar39Apr34May35Jun40Jul39Aug48Sep44Oct51Nov50Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    35 days

    Typical time on market

    100%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Murrieta, 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 Murrieta 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 Murrieta 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

    Murrieta Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Murrieta 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 Murrieta?

    Our data covers 1,306 real estate agents serving the Murrieta area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Murrieta market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Murrieta mean for sellers?

    Murrieta's median sale price is $661,500 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 Murrieta 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 Murrieta 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 Murrieta 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 Murrieta realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Murrieta 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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