Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in San Juan Capistrano, CA

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    Jordan Bennett profile picture
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    Jordan Bennett

    Regency Real Estate Brokers

    19 Years of experience

    109+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.53%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $829.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $680K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Chris Walker - CA

    Coldwell Banker

    22 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.82%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $328.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $800K - $5.9M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Kevin Hood

    GreenTree Properties

    29 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.93%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $657.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $740K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brandon Hobbs

    Reason Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    175+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.23%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $1.47B

    All-Time Sales

    $670K - $55.7M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Bryan Whittam

    Bullock Russell Real Estate Services

    20 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.34%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $486.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $940K - $20M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Adam Alcaraz

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    30 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.64%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $185.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $6.9M

    Price Range

    Diane & John Cirignani profile picture
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    Diane & John Cirignani

    Legacy 15 Real Estate Brokers

    28 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.93%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $390.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $3.5M

    Price Range

    2%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Lynette Colletta

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    21 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.99%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $136.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    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 2.04%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $221.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Rochelle Chacon

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    20 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.1%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $190.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $470K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    1%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Melody Smith

    Regency Real Estate Brokers

    20 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.45%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $542.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.2M - $12M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    David Sewall

    Big Block Realty

    35 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.51%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $27.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Larry Bammer

    REAL Brokerage

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.57%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $343.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $710K - $10M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Amy Sims

    Coldwell Banker

    18 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.8%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $401.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $680K - $4.6M

    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 2.8%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $172.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $2.5M

    Price Range

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    Natalie Boyle

    Verso Homes

    25 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.86%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $247.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $4.1M

    Price Range

    Jacqueline Screeton profile picture
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    Jacqueline Screeton

    First Team

    18 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.98%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $133.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Katrina Smith

    Pinpoint Properties

    16 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.04%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $822.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.5M - $16.8M

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Debbie Faremouth

    Keller Williams Coastal Realty

    34 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.33%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $193.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $5.2M

    Price Range

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    Briant Patterson

    Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

    30 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.33%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $108M

    All-Time Sales

    $780K - $6.7M

    Price Range

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    Kristina Hudes

    Keller Williams Realty

    12 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.39%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $114.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $710K - $3.4M

    Price Range

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    Doug Wathen

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    23 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.39%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $148.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $2.9M

    Price Range

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    Jeff Russell

    Russell Realty Group - EXP

    29 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.5%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $667M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $13.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Dave Gubler

    IML Real Estate

    26 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.56%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $310.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $4M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Jacqueline Thompson

    Surterre Properties, Inc.

    16 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.56%

    in San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $1.82B

    All-Time Sales

    $3.9M - $32.3M

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top San Juan Capistrano Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in San Juan Capistrano sell in a median of 25 days, compared with the San Juan Capistrano market median of 34 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents25 days
    San Juan Capistrano market34 days

    About 9 days faster (26% quicker than the San Juan Capistrano market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in San Juan Capistrano?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in San Juan Capistrano 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)

    52Jan33Feb30Mar35Apr38May40Jun37Jul41Aug41Sep46Oct58Nov57Dec

    March

    Best month to sell

    30 days

    Typical time on market

    99.7%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of San Juan Capistrano, 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 San Juan Capistrano Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a San Juan Capistrano market where pricing power currently favors sellers, though not without nuance. With a median sale price of $1,774,035 and prices moving +14.4% year over year, the market is operating at 2.9 months of supply, well inside the range typically associated with seller conditions. Reinforcing that read, 40.1% of listings leave the market within two weeks and 30.2% of homes close above their asking price, with the average sale-to-list ratio measured at 99.33%.

    That said, the picture is not one-directional. Roughly 27.8% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, and the median home still takes 34 to sell, a signal that overpriced properties do sit. For a buyer, this means the winning strategy depends on the individual listing: fresh inventory in zip codes 92675 and 92693 may draw competing offers quickly, while a home that has lingered past the 34 mark and taken a price cut opens room to negotiate on both price and terms.

    For a seller, the data argues for disciplined initial pricing rather than aspirational numbers. Homes priced correctly are rewarded with speed and, in about a third of cases, a final figure above list; homes priced too high join the 27.8% share that must correct. With 91 active listings and 127 new ones arriving monthly, buyers have choices, so positioning matters. Across 1,712 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a strong and average pricing strategy is measurable, which is why comparing agents on verified performance is worth the effort.

    What San Juan Capistrano Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano
    $476,700
    Median home price$1,774,035
    Down payment (20%)$354,807
    Loan amount$1,419,228
    Monthly payment (PITI)$11,124

    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.

    San Juan Capistrano Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 34 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.33%
    Price Trend (YoY) +14.4%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $11,124
    Principal & Interest
    $9,149
    Property Taxes
    $1,700
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $1,774,035 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.

    San Juan Capistrano Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $1,550,052
    Today $1,774,035
    +14.4%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 41 days
    Today 34 days
    -7 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.3%
    Today 99.33%
    +0.04%
    What this shift means: Prices moved +14.4% year over year while the median time to sell held at a -7 days change in market time and the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.04%. For sellers, that combination points to firm demand at accurate price points; for buyers, the steady days-on-market figure indicates leverage still exists on listings that sit, even as competition remains real on well-priced homes.

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

    What to Look for in a San Juan Capistrano Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar sign in the neighborhood tells you little about actual performance. The more useful measures are closed transaction volume, review depth, and how consistently an agent negotiates near or above list price. On EffectiveAgents, 86 agents in San Juan Capistrano have been ranked against those verified metrics, drawn from a broader pool of 1,712 licensed professionals. The top-ranked agent, Jordan Bennett of Regency Real Estate Brokers, has recorded 962 career transactions and $807.1M in all-time sales volume. That transaction depth matters in a market where 30.2% of homes sell above asking and the average sale-to-list ratio sits at 99.33%; an agent who negotiates those outcomes repeatedly protects both timeline and price. Whether a client is listing in the coastal-adjacent stretches of 92675 or evaluating options in 92693, an experienced negotiator helps distinguish a competitive offer from an overreach. One pattern worth watching in the reviews: look for consistency across many transactions rather than a handful of glowing entries, since a deep review history (129 reviews in Bennett's case) reflects sustained results over time.

    How We Rank San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano 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: June 2026

    San Juan Capistrano Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in San Juan Capistrano, CA?

    The top-ranked agent in San Juan Capistrano, CA on EffectiveAgents is Jordan Bennett of Regency Real Estate Brokers, with 962 career transactions, 129 client reviews, and $807.1M in all-time sales volume. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents ranks the area's 1,712 licensed agents using verified performance data, including closed transactions, sale-to-list outcomes, and review history. The result is a shortlist of 86 ranked agents, so buyers and sellers can compare professionals on measured results and select the fit best suited to their price range and timeline.

    How were these San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano?

    Our data covers 1,712 real estate agents serving the San Juan Capistrano area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our San Juan Capistrano market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in San Juan Capistrano mean for sellers?

    San Juan Capistrano's median sale price is $1,774,035 as of June 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 San Juan Capistrano?

    The median home in San Juan Capistrano takes about 34 to sell, and that figure has held roughly steady with a -7 days change in market time year over year. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location; 40.1% of listings go under contract within two weeks, while homes priced above the market often join the 27.8% share that eventually reduce and take longer. Accurate initial pricing, strong presentation, and an experienced listing agent are the factors most likely to move a sale toward the faster end of that range.

    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 San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in San Juan Capistrano 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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