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Updated October 5, 2025

If you’re buying or selling a home, choosing the right real estate agent can make a big difference in your experience and outcome. Top real estate agents in Santa Cruz, California close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.

We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 352 real estate agents in Santa Cruz, CA to identify the best of the best. These are the top-rated agents in Santa Cruz based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.

Santa Cruz, CA top real estate agents (October 2025 rankings)

  • Top Local Pro
    Real Estate Team

    The Madani Team

    Room Real Estate
    Local sales*
    178
    Total sales*
    191
    Price range*
    $215K - $4M
    Typical price*
    $900,000
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    Top 1% local Top 1% California Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Mobile homes Vacant land

    The Madani Team is a real estate team who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 97 transactions over the past 12 months — 191 in the past two years. The Madani Team's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 88% sellers, 12% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 191
    • Local ranking by total sales: #1
    • State ranking by total sales: #39
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 70010074 (CA)
  • Megan Archer

    Real Brokerage Technologies
    Local sales*
    7
    Total sales*
    10
    Price range*
    $825K - $2.1M
    Typical price*
    $959,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent 23+ years experience Single-family homes Townhouses

    Megan Archer is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. Megan Archer has worked in real estate for over 23 years. They work with sellers and buyers They have closed at least 10 in the past 12 months. Megan Archer is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 10
    • Local ranking by total sales: #257
    • State ranking by total sales: #24,824
    • Median days on market: 39 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
    • License #: 01439012 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Michael Bloch

    Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
    Local sales*
    53
    Price range*
    $300K - $4M
    Typical price*
    $1,195,000
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    Top 1% local Top 1% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert HOA experience Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Vacant land Condos

    Michael Bloch is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 33 transactions over the past 12 months — 53 in the past two years. Michael Bloch's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 53
    • Local ranking by total sales: #4
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,053
    • Median days on market: 38 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01382661 (CA)
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  • Top Local Pro
    Real Estate Team

    Brezsny Associates

    Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
    Local sales*
    81
    Total sales*
    84
    Price range*
    $150K - $5.8M
    Typical price*
    $1,405,000
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    Top 1% local Top 1% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Mobile homes Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Brezsny Associates is a real estate team who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 47 transactions over the past 12 months — 84 in the past two years. Brezsny Associates's experience includes luxury homes, sales involving HOAs, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 61% sellers, 39% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 84
    • Local ranking by total sales: #3
    • State ranking by total sales: #329
    • Median days on market: 30 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 70010105 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Nick Bailey

    Bailey Properties
    Local sales*
    38
    Total sales*
    39
    Price range*
    $520K - $8M
    Typical price*
    $870,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes Multi-family homes

    Nick Bailey is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 26 transactions over the past 12 months — 39 in the past two years. Nick Bailey's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 39
    • Local ranking by total sales: #11
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,238
    • Median days on market: 32 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 02042562 (CA)
  • Real Estate Team

    Wagnermarsh Team

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz
    Local sales*
    16
    Total sales*
    20
    Price range*
    $50K - $2.6M
    Typical price*
    $1,087,500
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    Top 10% California Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land Condos

    Wagnermarsh Team is a real estate team who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 12 transactions over the past 12 months — 20 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 60% sellers, 40% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 20
    • Local ranking by total sales: #92
    • State ranking by total sales: #9,381
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100.5%
    • License #: 70010249 (CA)
  • Justin Mcnabb

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz
    Local sales*
    21
    Total sales*
    25
    Price range*
    $425K - $3.5M
    Typical price*
    $1,100,000
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    Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Condos

    Justin Mcnabb is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 25 in the past two years. Justin Mcnabb's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 25
    • Local ranking by total sales: #45
    • State ranking by total sales: #5,884
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01928930 (CA)
  • Pete Cullen

    Bailey Properties
    Local sales*
    14
    Total sales*
    15
    Price range*
    $400K - $2.6M
    Typical price*
    $1,250,000
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    Offer strategy Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Condos

    Pete Cullen is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 8 transactions over the past 12 months — 15 in the past two years. Pete Cullen's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 15
    • Local ranking by total sales: #105
    • State ranking by total sales: #14,575
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01375721 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Caroll Basile

    Bailey Properties
    Local sales*
    40
    Price range*
    $339K - $3.4M
    Typical price*
    $1,137,500
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    Top 5% local Top 5% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Condos

    Caroll Basile is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 21 transactions over the past 12 months — 40 in the past two years. Caroll Basile is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 63% sellers, 38% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 40
    • Local ranking by total sales: #9
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,043
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 02017220 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Gina Carling

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    22
    Total sales*
    23
    Price range*
    $90K - $2.5M
    Typical price*
    $869,000
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    Top 10% California Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes

    Gina Carling is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 16 transactions over the past 12 months — 23 in the past two years. Gina Carling is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 23
    • Local ranking by total sales: #41
    • State ranking by total sales: #6,872
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 104.5%
    • License #: 01480003 (CA)
  • Gina Odom

    eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
    Local sales*
    6
    Price range*
    $600K - $2.1M
    Typical price*
    $1,103,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes

    Gina Odom is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 2 transactions over the past 12 months — 6 in the past two years. Gina Odom is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 6
    • Local ranking by total sales: #280
    • State ranking by total sales: #39,053
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101%
    • License #: 01708074 (CA)
  • Marc Prefontaine

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    6
    Price range*
    $300K - $2.3M
    Typical price*
    $950,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Townhouses Single-family homes Mobile homes Manufactured homes

    Marc Prefontaine is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers They have closed at least 6 in the past two years. Marc Prefontaine is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 6
    • Local ranking by total sales: #298
    • State ranking by total sales: #40,639
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
    • License #: 01962372 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Christine Clayton

    Anderson Christie, Inc.
    Local sales*
    24
    Total sales*
    27
    Price range*
    $205K - $2.1M
    Typical price*
    $894,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent HOA experience Single-family homes Manufactured homes Condos Townhouses Mobile homes

    Christine Clayton is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 16 transactions over the past 12 months — 27 in the past two years. Christine Clayton's experience includes sales involving HOAs and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 27
    • Local ranking by total sales: #29
    • State ranking by total sales: #4,873
    • Median days on market: 28 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99.5%
    • License #: 01407021 (CA)
  • Paul Cuccia

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    14
    Price range*
    $460K - $1.4M
    Typical price*
    $1,007,500
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Vacant land Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Paul Cuccia is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 9 transactions over the past 12 months — 14 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 14
    • Local ranking by total sales: #104
    • State ranking by total sales: #16,157
    • Median days on market: 76 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 96%
    • License #: 01334276 (CA)
  • Michele Replogle

    Compass
    Local sales*
    19
    Total sales*
    20
    Price range*
    $510K - $2.4M
    Typical price*
    $862,500
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    Top 10% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Condos Mobile homes Multi-family homes

    Michele Replogle is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 11 transactions over the past 12 months — 20 in the past two years. Michele Replogle's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 20
    • Local ranking by total sales: #66
    • State ranking by total sales: #9,149
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 01454037 (CA)
  • Teresa Marlow

    Compass
    Local sales*
    18
    Total sales*
    20
    Price range*
    $425K - $3M
    Typical price*
    $1,097,500
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    Top 10% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Condos Mobile homes

    Teresa Marlow is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 13 transactions over the past 12 months — 20 in the past two years. Teresa Marlow's experience includes sales involving HOAs and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 20
    • Local ranking by total sales: #76
    • State ranking by total sales: #9,328
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01733164 (CA)
  • David Webb

    eXp Realty of California Inc
    Local sales*
    13
    Price range*
    $325K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $1,150,000
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    Offer strategy Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Multi-family homes

    David Webb is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 9 transactions over the past 12 months — 13 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 13
    • Local ranking by total sales: #114
    • State ranking by total sales: #16,977
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101%
    • License #: 01256289 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Jessica L Wallace

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    50
    Price range*
    $365K - $4.1M
    Typical price*
    $1,182,500
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    Top 1% local Top 1% California Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Commercial properties

    Jessica L Wallace is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 32 transactions over the past 12 months — 50 in the past two years. Jessica L Wallace's experience includes sales involving HOAs and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 68% sellers, 32% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 50
    • Local ranking by total sales: #5
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,187
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01455690 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Natalie Pinkerton

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    16
    Total sales*
    22
    Price range*
    $410K - $3.2M
    Typical price*
    $1,033,000
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    Top 10% California Pricing strategy Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Manufactured homes Condos

    Natalie Pinkerton is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 18 transactions over the past 12 months — 22 in the past two years. Natalie Pinkerton's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 22
    • Local ranking by total sales: #87
    • State ranking by total sales: #7,726
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
    • License #: 01943205 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Daniel Oster

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    38
    Total sales*
    42
    Price range*
    $192K - $4.3M
    Typical price*
    $1,450,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Daniel Oster is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 18 transactions over the past 12 months — 42 in the past two years. Daniel Oster is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 42
    • Local ranking by total sales: #10
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,835
    • Median days on market: 38 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 01381869 (CA)
  • Liz Foster

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    12
    Price range*
    $55K - $2.2M
    Typical price*
    $1,010,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent HOA experience Single-family homes Multi-family homes Townhouses Vacant land

    Liz Foster is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 12 in the past two years. Liz Foster's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 42% sellers, 58% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 12
    • Local ranking by total sales: #136
    • State ranking by total sales: #19,557
    • Median days on market: 36 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
    • License #: 02085980 (CA)
  • Robin Bar

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    7
    Price range*
    $650K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $1,155,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses

    Robin Bar is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 7 in the past two years. Robin Bar is experienced with VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 7
    • Local ranking by total sales: #305
    • State ranking by total sales: #36,376
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 94%
    • License #: 02009368 (CA)
  • Shemeika K Fox

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz
    Local sales*
    24
    Total sales*
    27
    Price range*
    $350K - $3.4M
    Typical price*
    $900,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Condos Multi-family homes Mobile homes

    Shemeika K Fox is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 15 transactions over the past 12 months — 27 in the past two years. Shemeika K Fox is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 27
    • Local ranking by total sales: #31
    • State ranking by total sales: #5,148
    • Median days on market: 59 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101%
    • License #: 01479629 (CA)
  • Michael Lavigne

    Compass
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    9
    Price range*
    $540K - $2.6M
    Typical price*
    $1,275,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent HOA experience Single-family homes Condos

    Michael Lavigne is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 4 transactions over the past 12 months — 9 in the past two years. Michael Lavigne's experience includes sales involving HOAs and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 9
    • Local ranking by total sales: #300
    • State ranking by total sales: #27,969
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01782392 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Marvin Christie

    Anderson Christie, Inc.
    Local sales*
    33
    Total sales*
    38
    Price range*
    $325K - $2.4M
    Typical price*
    $1,350,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes

    Marvin Christie is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 38 in the past two years. Marvin Christie's experience includes sales involving HOAs and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 38
    • Local ranking by total sales: #15
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,369
    • Median days on market: 52 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01894395 (CA)
  • Ryan Fontana

    Keller Williams Realty-Scotts Valley
    Local sales*
    19
    Total sales*
    20
    Price range*
    $425K - $2.3M
    Typical price*
    $1,267,500
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    Top 10% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert HOA experience Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Condos

    Ryan Fontana is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 15 transactions over the past 12 months — 20 in the past two years. Ryan Fontana is experienced with sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 45% sellers, 55% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 20
    • Local ranking by total sales: #69
    • State ranking by total sales: #9,248
    • Median days on market: 37 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01907792 (CA)
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    Discover Real Estate

    Real Brokerage Technologies
    Local sales*
    14
    Total sales*
    18
    Price range*
    $581K - $2.4M
    Typical price*
    $1,237,500
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    Top 10% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Condos

    Discover Real Estate is a real estate team who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 9 transactions over the past 12 months — 18 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 61% sellers, 39% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 18
    • Local ranking by total sales: #98
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,528
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 70010109 (CA)
  • Jesse Collins

    Sotheby's International Realty
    Local sales*
    9
    Total sales*
    10
    Price range*
    $600K - $1.5M
    Typical price*
    $940,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Condos

    Jesse Collins is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 10 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 10
    • Local ranking by total sales: #197
    • State ranking by total sales: #24,141
    • Median days on market: 63 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 02077797 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Amy Jeske

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    40
    Total sales*
    42
    Price range*
    $493K - $2.9M
    Typical price*
    $1,340,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes

    Amy Jeske is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 22 transactions over the past 12 months — 42 in the past two years. Amy Jeske is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 42
    • Local ranking by total sales: #8
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,823
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01476829 (CA)
  • Tony Melo

    Aldina Real Estate,Inc.
    Local sales*
    31
    Total sales*
    37
    Price range*
    $245K - $2.1M
    Typical price*
    $770,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Tony Melo is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 20 transactions over the past 12 months — 37 in the past two years. Tony Melo's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 37
    • Local ranking by total sales: #17
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,545
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01844100 (CA)
  • Darcy Thole

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    12
    Total sales*
    18
    Price range*
    $515K - $4.4M
    Typical price*
    $1,315,000
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    Top 10% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Mobile homes

    Darcy Thole is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 18 in the past two years. Darcy Thole is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 18
    • Local ranking by total sales: #131
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,486
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101.5%
    • License #: 01998875 (CA)
  • Guy Chanda

    Chanda Realty
    Local sales*
    8
    Total sales*
    9
    Price range*
    $775K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $1,299,500
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Guy Chanda is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 1 transaction over the past 12 months — 9 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 9
    • Local ranking by total sales: #217
    • State ranking by total sales: #26,889
    • Median days on market: 32 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01304412 (CA)
  • Katy Cowley

    Cowley Properties
    Local sales*
    7
    Total sales*
    12
    Price range*
    $175K - $2.2M
    Typical price*
    $971,250
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses Mobile homes Manufactured homes

    Katy Cowley is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 12 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 75% sellers, 25% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 12
    • Local ranking by total sales: #252
    • State ranking by total sales: #19,419
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01946911 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Riley Mcwilliams

    eXp Realty of California Inc
    Local sales*
    27
    Total sales*
    28
    Price range*
    $339K - $2.1M
    Typical price*
    $1,054,500
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    Top 10% local Top 5% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Manufactured homes

    Riley Mcwilliams is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 12 transactions over the past 12 months — 28 in the past two years. Riley Mcwilliams is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 29% sellers, 71% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 28
    • Local ranking by total sales: #22
    • State ranking by total sales: #4,744
    • Median days on market: 30 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 02033282 (CA)
  • Robin Garcia

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    18
    Total sales*
    19
    Price range*
    $275K - $2.5M
    Typical price*
    $909,000
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    Top 10% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Townhouses

    Robin Garcia is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 13 transactions over the past 12 months — 19 in the past two years. Robin Garcia's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 19
    • Local ranking by total sales: #74
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,078
    • Median days on market: 30 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01790337 (CA)
  • Pete Eubank

    Room Real Estate
    Local sales*
    23
    Total sales*
    25
    Price range*
    $67K - $3M
    Typical price*
    $1,000,000
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    Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Mobile homes Vacant land Condos

    Pete Eubank is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 10 transactions over the past 12 months — 25 in the past two years. Pete Eubank's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 68% sellers, 32% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 25
    • Local ranking by total sales: #38
    • State ranking by total sales: #6,026
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 02015065 (CA)
  • Michele Whitehead Samples

    eXp Realty of California Inc
    Local sales*
    14
    Total sales*
    36
    Price range*
    $125K - $2.2M
    Typical price*
    $887,000
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    Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent 15+ years experience Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Townhouses Mobile homes Condos

    Michele Whitehead Samples is a real estate agent who is active in Salinas, CA. Michele Whitehead Samples has worked in real estate for over 15 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 23 transactions over the past 12 months — 36 in the past two years. Michele Whitehead Samples's experience includes luxury homes, sales involving HOAs, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 67% sellers, 33% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 36
    • Local ranking by total sales: #102
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,663
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01886754 (CA)
  • Brandi S Jones

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz
    Local sales*
    9
    Total sales*
    12
    Price range*
    $395K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $968,250
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Condos

    Brandi S Jones is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 12 in the past two years. Brandi S Jones is experienced with sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 12
    • Local ranking by total sales: #185
    • State ranking by total sales: #18,612
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
    • License #: 01385191 (CA)
  • Gordon Rudy

    Schwarzbach Associates
    Local sales*
    9
    Total sales*
    10
    Price range*
    $460K - $1.4M
    Typical price*
    $871,000
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    Offer strategy Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes

    Gordon Rudy is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 10 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 40% sellers, 60% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 10
    • Local ranking by total sales: #194
    • State ranking by total sales: #23,865
    • Median days on market: 103 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01460336 (CA)
  • Real Estate Team

    Kroft Hulsey Team

    Room Real Estate
    Local sales*
    8
    Price range*
    $750K - $2.3M
    Typical price*
    $1,162,888
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes

    Kroft Hulsey Team is a real estate team who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 2 transactions over the past 12 months — 8 in the past two years. Kroft Hulsey Team is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 8
    • Local ranking by total sales: #221
    • State ranking by total sales: #31,004
    • Median days on market: 67 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 96.5%
    • License #: 70000646 (CA)
  • Erica Pittman

    Coastal Dream Realty
    Local sales*
    5
    Total sales*
    7
    Price range*
    $493K - $1.8M
    Typical price*
    $840,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Erica Pittman is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 4 transactions over the past 12 months — 7 in the past two years. Erica Pittman is experienced with sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 7
    • Local ranking by total sales: #321
    • State ranking by total sales: #34,045
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 01786343 (CA)
  • Peter Eubank

    Room Real Estate
    Local sales*
    19
    Total sales*
    23
    Price range*
    $67K - $2.6M
    Typical price*
    $852,000
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    Top 10% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Condos

    Peter Eubank is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 22 transactions over the past 12 months — 23 in the past two years. Peter Eubank's experience includes sales involving HOAs and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 57% sellers, 43% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 23
    • Local ranking by total sales: #68
    • State ranking by total sales: #7,121
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 02015065 (CA)
  • Cassandra Maas

    Anderson Christie, Inc.
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    7
    Price range*
    $655K - $1.8M
    Typical price*
    $960,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Townhouses

    Cassandra Maas is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 4 transactions over the past 12 months — 7 in the past two years. Cassandra Maas is experienced with sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 7
    • Local ranking by total sales: #270
    • State ranking by total sales: #33,370
    • Median days on market: 112 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01778312 (CA)
  • Sean Pate

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    10
    Price range*
    $605K - $2.2M
    Typical price*
    $1,005,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Manufactured homes

    Sean Pate is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 10 in the past two years. Sean Pate is experienced with luxury homes.

    • Works with: 40% sellers, 60% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 10
    • Local ranking by total sales: #181
    • State ranking by total sales: #25,423
    • Median days on market: 62 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 01160202 (CA)
  • Genie Lawless

    David Lyng Real Estate
    Local sales*
    18
    Price range*
    $338K - $1.7M
    Typical price*
    $887,500
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    Top 10% California Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Genie Lawless is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers They have closed at least 18 in the past 12 months.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 18
    • Local ranking by total sales: #70
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,591
    • Median days on market: 60 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98.5%
    • License #: 01475576 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Amba Jane Desjardins

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    11
    Price range*
    $248K - $3.3M
    Typical price*
    $1,192,000
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    Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Amba Jane Desjardins is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 9 transactions over the past 12 months — 11 in the past two years. Amba Jane Desjardins's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 11
    • Local ranking by total sales: #145
    • State ranking by total sales: #20,518
    • Median days on market: 39 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101.5%
    • License #: 01501034 (CA)
  • Top Local Pro

    Datta Khalsa

    Main Street Realtors
    Local sales*
    28
    Total sales*
    30
    Price range*
    $375K - $1.7M
    Typical price*
    $1,250,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% CaliforniaFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Townhouses Mobile homes Vacant land Condos Multi-family homes

    Datta Khalsa is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 30 in the past two years. Datta Khalsa is experienced with VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 63% sellers, 37% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 30
    • Local ranking by total sales: #21
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,915
    • Median days on market: 63 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01161050 (CA)
  • Heidi Hart

    California Dreaming
    Local sales*
    30
    Price range*
    $208K - $1.7M
    Typical price*
    $803,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% California Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Mobile homes Condos

    Heidi Hart is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 19 transactions over the past 12 months — 30 in the past two years. Heidi Hart is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 60% sellers, 40% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 30
    • Local ranking by total sales: #18
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,964
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 01703922 (CA)
  • Tony Aprile

    Bailey Properties
    Local sales*
    7
    Price range*
    $1M - $1.8M
    Typical price*
    $1,180,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Single-family homes Multi-family homes

    Tony Aprile is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 4 transactions over the past 12 months — 7 in the past two years.

    • Works with: 57% sellers, 43% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 7
    • Local ranking by total sales: #264
    • State ranking by total sales: #36,976
    • Median days on market: 13 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 103.5%
    • License #: 01167773 (CA)
  • Ben Rush

    Coldwell Banker Realty
    Local sales*
    12
    Total sales*
    18
    Price range*
    $617K - $4.1M
    Typical price*
    $1,155,000
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    Top 10% California Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Single-family homes Condos

    Ben Rush is a real estate agent who is active in Santa Cruz, CA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 8 transactions over the past 12 months — 18 in the past two years. Ben Rush's experience includes luxury homes and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 67% sellers, 33% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 18
    • Local ranking by total sales: #126
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,354
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98.5%
    • License #: 01993999 (CA)

What to know about top real estate agents in Santa Cruz, CA

Top Santa Cruz real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Santa Cruz. 

General 

  • High transaction volume: Does more than 12 sales per year (local median)
  • Well established: At least 3–5+ years of experience in the local market
  • Good reputation: High total review count and average ratings

Sellers

  • Pricing expertise: Few-to-no price drops 
  • High sale-to-list ratios: Typically sells near or above list price (median sale-to-list in Santa Cruz is 100%)
  • Strong marketing strategy: Beautiful photos, compelling listing descriptions, maximum visibility
  • Faster-than-average sales: Gets homes under contract quickly (median sale timeline in Santa Cruz is 50 days)

Buyers

  • Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Santa Cruz often save 5-10% off list price
  • Local expertise: Know neighborhoods, schools, amenities, regulations
  • Responsive and accessible: Reviews consistently call out these specific traits

Most likely, yes. The vast majority of home sellers in Santa Cruz will get the best outcome and most money selling with a top local real estate agent. That said, it really depends on your goals.

Consider listing with a Santa Cruz realtor if:

  • You're aiming for top dollar or need help navigating pricing and offers
  • You want someone to handle the full process—marketing, showings, negotiation, paperwork
  • Your property is typical for the area and priced at or above $200,000

Consider alternatives if:

  • You want a faster sale and are open to a cash offer from a cash home buyer or iBuyer
  • You’re cost-conscious and want to save on commission with a discount real estate broker
  • You want to avoid realtor commission altogether and are comfortable trying FSBO (for sale by owner), knowing that FSBO sales usually net less and require a lot of work.

In Santa Cruz, the average real estate commission is about 5.03%, while the national average is (5.57%).

  • Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.57% and 2.46%, respectively).
  • Rates are negotiable and may be lower for higher-priced homes or repeat clients.
  • Following the NAR settlement, buyers may need to negotiate their agent's fee directly.

Sell with a top agent and save

With Clever, sellers can list with a top local agent for just 1.5% (or $3,000 flat) — up to 50% less than the typical rate in Santa Cruz.

If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Santa Cruz-area alternatives:

Cash buyer services

  • Get fast, no-obligation offers from investors, iBuyers, and bridge loan providers.
  • Ideal for distressed homes, tight timelines, or sellers prioritizing speed over top price.

Discount brokerages

  • Offer lower commissions (often 1–2%) while still providing MLS access and support.
  • Good option if you want to save but still prefer professional help.

Flat-Fee MLS (FFMLS)

  • Pay a one-time fee to list your home on the MLS.
  • You'll handle pricing, showings, and negotiation yourself — best for experienced sellers.

For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

  • No agent involvement, no commission—but you’ll do everything yourself.
  • FSBO homes typically sell for less, so weigh potential savings vs. final sale price.

Pro tip: Even if you go non-traditional, consider services like Clever or local offer platforms — they help you compare your options and connect with agents or investors offering discounts, fast offers, or both.

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How we research and evaluate top real estate agents in Santa Cruz

Data sources

Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 561,800 data points for 352 real estate agents across Santa Cruz, California.

We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but no dataset is perfect. Some activity may not be captured if information isn’t available or accurate from our sources. We update and refine our data regularly to improve coverage and reliability.

Methodology

There’s no single “best” real estate agent — the right fit depends on your goals and situation. Our approach is designed to highlight agents with strong, well-rounded performance in Santa Cruz, California and make it easier to compare your options.

We look at factors that matter most to typical buyers and sellers, such as:

  • Transaction volume and recent activity
  • Balance of buyer- and seller-side representation
  • Pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes
  • Speed of sales relative to the local market
  • Years of experience and proven track record
  • Specialized expertise with certain property types or client needs

We use these key indicators to surface agents who are likely to be a good fit for most people, while giving you the data you need to decide which qualities matter most for your own situation.

Ongoing updates

Rankings are updated regularly as new data becomes available. Our goal is to provide a clear, objective view of agent performance to help you make an informed choice when hiring a real estate professional.

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