Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

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    Amy Sims profile picture
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    Amy Sims

    Coldwell Banker

    18 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.11%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $401.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $680K - $4.6M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Julia Archuletta

    Star Estates

    17 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.11%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $76.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $850K - $1.8M

    Price Range

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    Larry Bammer

    REAL Brokerage

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.28%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $343.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $710K - $10M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Chris Walker - CA

    Coldwell Banker

    22 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.44%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $328.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $800K - $5.9M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jordan Bennett

    Regency Real Estate Brokers

    19 Years of experience

    108+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.5%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $828.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $680K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Kirstie Nystedt profile picture
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    Kirstie Nystedt

    Bullock Russell Real Estate Services

    17 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.72%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $221.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Amy Mosley - CA

    Coldwell Banker

    40 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.88%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $172.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $2.5M

    Price Range

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    Chris Kwon

    Compass

    14 Years of experience

    53+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.94%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $476.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $860K - $6M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Nick Ahrens

    eXp Realty

    12 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.99%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $61.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $3.3M

    Price Range

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    Kevin Hood

    GreenTree Properties

    29 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $657.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $740K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Rochelle Chacon

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    20 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $190.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $470K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    1%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Adam Alcaraz

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    30 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $185.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $6.9M

    Price Range

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    Melody Smith

    Regency Real Estate Brokers

    20 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $542.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.2M - $12M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brian Sperry

    Compass

    21 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $199M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.9M - $20M

    Price Range

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    Ernest Carter

    Golden Eagle Properties

    20 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

    $54.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $3.3M

    Price Range

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    Serri Rowell

    Sea Villa Realty

    22 Years of experience

    380+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $2.04B

    All-Time Sales

    $760K - $540M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Chris Murray

    REMAX Empire Properties

    24 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $614.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    2,198

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Kellee Malone

    Reliable Realty Inc.

    29 Years of experience

    115+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $800M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Glen Henderson

    Premier Homes Team | LPT Realty, Inc

    23 Years of experience

    82+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $919.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $410K - $11M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jeff Russell

    Russell Realty Group - EXP

    29 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $667M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $13.5M

    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

    $156.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    232

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Destry Johnson

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Ranch & Coast Real Estate

    34 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $373.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $3M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Tom Bashe

    Localist Realty

    23 Years of experience

    55+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $359M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Mike Aqrawi

    San Diego Homes Realty

    13 Years of experience

    61+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $334M

    All-Time Sales

    $470K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Christian Stone

    Signature Realty Group

    12 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $157.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top Rancho Mission Viejo Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Rancho Mission Viejo sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the Rancho Mission Viejo market median of 45 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents20 days
    Rancho Mission Viejo market45 days

    About 25 days faster (56% quicker than the Rancho Mission Viejo market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Rancho Mission Viejo?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Rancho Mission Viejo 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)

    60Jan49Feb49Mar56Apr41May44Jun41Jul52Aug54Sep70Oct74Nov88Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    44 days

    Typical time on market

    99.8%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Rancho Mission Viejo, 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 Rancho Mission Viejo Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above puts the median sale price at $1,320,092 with a +38.2% move year over year, and the surrounding indicators help explain who actually holds leverage in Rancho Mission Viejo. With 3.9 months of supply and 105 active listings against 27 homes sold and 32 pending sales in a typical month, the market sits closer to balanced than to a runaway seller's market. That reading is reinforced by two competing signals: 25.9% of homes closed above asking and 28.1% went off the market within two weeks, yet 26.7% of listings recorded a price cut. In practice, well-priced and move-in-ready homes still draw fast, competitive attention, while ambitiously priced listings sit and eventually correct.

    What Rancho Mission Viejo Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Rancho Mission Viejo 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 Rancho Mission Viejo
    $357,800
    Median home price$1,320,092
    Down payment (20%)$264,018
    Loan amount$1,056,074
    Monthly payment (PITI)$8,348

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Rancho Mission Viejo Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 45 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.52%
    Price Trend (YoY) +38.2%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $8,348
    Principal & Interest
    $6,808
    Property Taxes
    $1,265
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $1,320,092 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Rancho Mission Viejo Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $955,000
    Today $1,320,092
    +38.2%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 36 days
    Today 45 days
    +9 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.3%
    Today 99.52%
    +0.19%
    What this shift means: The sale-to-list ratio holds near 99.52% with a +0.19% shift, while median time on market reflects a +9 days change and prices moved +38.2% year over year. Read together, that combination points to a market where pricing accuracy matters more than momentum: sellers who anchor to comparable sales still transact near ask, and buyers gain room to negotiate on listings that linger past the 45-day median.

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

    What to Look for in a Rancho Mission Viejo Realtor

    Name recognition and a large advertising budget are not the same as measured performance, which is why it helps to look at verified transaction history before choosing representation. Across Rancho Mission Viejo, EffectiveAgents analyzed 322 transactions and ranked 95 agents out of 1,815 licensed locally. Julia Archuletta at Star Estates is the current top-ranked agent, with 72 transactions, 40 client reviews, and $76.5M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers that matter here: in a market where 25.9% of homes clear above list yet 26.7% take a price cut, an agent who prices and positions accurately protects both a seller's net proceeds and a buyer's entry point. When reviewing candidates, weigh the consistency of the review pattern over time, not just the total count, and confirm that closed results match the marketing claims.

    How We Rank Rancho Mission Viejo 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 Rancho Mission Viejo 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

    Rancho Mission Viejo Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA?

    The top-ranked agent in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA by measured performance is Julia Archuletta at Star Estates, credited with 72 transactions, 40 client reviews, and $76.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising spend or self-reported claims. Instead, the methodology analyzes verified closing data, transaction counts, and review history across the 95 ranked agents drawn from 1,815 licensed locally. The result identifies agents whose documented outcomes align with your specific goals, whether you are buying or selling.

    How were these Rancho Mission Viejo 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 Rancho Mission Viejo?

    Our data covers 1,815 real estate agents serving the Rancho Mission Viejo area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Rancho Mission Viejo market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Rancho Mission Viejo mean for sellers?

    Rancho Mission Viejo's median sale price is $1,320,092 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 Rancho Mission Viejo?

    The median home in Rancho Mission Viejo takes about 45 days to go from listing to accepted offer, and that figure reflects a +9 days change in market time year over year. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location. With 28.1% of homes going off the market within two weeks, sharply priced and well-presented listings can move quickly, while homes priced ahead of the comparable data often sit and join the 26.7% of listings that eventually reduce. Add roughly 30 to 45 days after acceptance to close financing.

    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 Rancho Mission Viejo 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 Rancho Mission Viejo 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 Rancho Mission Viejo 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 Rancho Mission Viejo realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Rancho Mission Viejo 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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