Estrella, Phoenix, AZ

Estrella — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Estrella, Phoenix, Arizona. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Estrella, Phoenix (2026)

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Estrella Neighborhood Overview

Estrella is a neighborhood in Phoenix, Arizona, primarily served by the 85043 ZIP code. It presents a balanced housing market, with a homeownership rate of 64.7% and a renter-occupied rate of 35.3%. The median home value stands at $256,200, with the average home size being 1,325 square feet, indicating a market of moderately sized, affordable homes. For renters, the median gross rent is $1,434 per month.

The local mortgage market is active, with 783 total loan originations in the most recent HMDA data. Conventional loans were the most common financing method with 485 originations, followed by 265 FHA loans and 32 VA loans. This mix suggests the neighborhood attracts a range of buyers, including first-time homebuyers and veterans. The median household income in Estrella is $66,158, aligning with the area's market tier classification as "Main," which typically indicates a stable, middle-market community.

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Estrella Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$256K
Median Gross Rent$1K/mo
Median Household Income$66K
Homeownership Rate64.7%
Renter-Occupied35.3%
Rental Vacancy Rate0.4%
Market TypeSeller's
Market TierMain
Primary ZIP Code85043
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations783
VA Loan Originations32
VA Loan Share4.1%
Average VA Loan Amount$359K
Conventional Loan Originations485
FHA Loan Originations265

Top Real Estate Agents in Estrella, Phoenix

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

9 agents met the full merit gate for Estrella, Phoenix, AZ, selected from over 220,000 licensed Arizona professionals.

Martin Sears Listed

Contact

Phone: (623) 853-3380

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.estrellamountainrealestate.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/MartinSears

Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with 1,564 career transactions and, demonstrating consistent high-volume performance. His specialized expertise in military and senior markets, combined with prestigious industry awards and community recognition, distinguishes him..

Community & Leadership

Award recipient at Good Neighbor Award[6]

Director at Villages At Estrella Mountain Ranch Community Association[6]

Notable Achievements

25 Years Experience

Arizona Association of REALTORS Presidents Circle Award

Real Estate Executive's 100 Most Influential Real Estate Agents

Top 1% of Agents in Maricopa County

1564 Total Transactions

188 Five-Star Reviews

Top Negotiator 2021

Top Producer 2021

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Rentals, New Construction, Military residential, Seniors real estate, Buyer representation, Team specialist, Negotiation, seniors real estate, military residential, buyer representation, team specialist, negotiation expert, new construction, guided tours, buyer assistance, financing pre-approval, buyer consultation, financing assistance, pre-approvals, Seniors Real Estate, Military Residential, Buyer Representation, Real Estate Teams, Residential Sales, zero-down purchases[4]

Cities Served

Goodyear

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

David Tucker Listed

Contact

Phone: (602) 762-7653

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.agentabove.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/David-Tucker

Why selected: Selected for his regional ranking, and leadership of a team averaging over 200 annual sales. His deep expertise and recognition as a Phoenix Magazine Top Producer demonstrate exceptional market authority.

Notable Achievements

Top 100 Sales Team Worldwide for RE/MAX

Top 20 Sales Team for RE/MAX Nationally

Top 10 RE/MAX Team in Arizona

Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)

#1 RE/MAX Team in Arizona

RE/MAX Hall of Fame

RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award

#6 Real Estate Team Phoenix Valley

Top 1% of agents statewide

Top 2% nationally

200+ Average Home Sales Per Year

#6 Real Estate Team in Phoenix Valley

Team of the Year

Top Team in Arizona

Top Team in Arizona - RealTrends

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, New Construction, Lot/Land, Buyer Representation, Seller Representation, New Home Sales, Custom Home Construction, Luxury Homes, Distressed Properties, Short Sales, Foreclosures, Luxury Properties, Custom Home Design and Construction, Investment Properties[4]

Cities Served

Phoenix

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Matt Parker Listed

Contact

Phone: (602) 326-3413

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.mattparkerrealtor.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Mattparkerphoenix

Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence. combined with prestigious RE/MAX awards and dedicated community leadership, including the Goodyear Spirit Award.

Community & Leadership

Community Volunteer at Goodyear Chamber of Commerce[6]

Sponsor at Local Youth Soccer League[6]

Board Member at Homeless Youth Connection Inc[6]

Notable Achievements

19 Years Real Estate Experience

4.9 Star Rating with 70 Reviews

132 Career Transactions

Goodyear Spirit Award

2024 RE/MAX Club Award Winner

RE/MAX Torchbearer - Top Agents Under 40

Arizona Business Journal Interview

Arizona State University Graduate

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Staging, Investment Properties, First-time homebuyers, Experienced homeowners, Out-of-state investors, Vacation property buyers, first-time homebuyers, experienced homeowners, out-of-state investors, vacationers, investment opportunities, vacation property buyers[4]

Cities Served

Goodyear

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Eric Swiatek Listed

Contact

Phone: (602) 625-7652

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://eric-j-swiatek.remax.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Eric-Swiatek

Why selected: Selected for community engagement and exceptional service, reflected in and, demonstrating deep market expertise. His consistent performance is recognized by Phoenix Magazine, and his unique practice of donating to charity at every closing underscores his community c..

Community & Leadership

donor at Various charitable organizations[6]

Notable Achievements

30 Years Real Estate Experience

Five Star Real Estate Agent Award - Ten-Year Winner

432 Career Transactions

4.9-star rating

2022 PRA Award - Finest Modern Dual Place at Mentone

Verified Specialties

Relocation, New Construction, Lot/Land, resales, new home construction, short sales, land transactions, distressed properties, new home constructions, new construction, foreclosures[4]

Cities Served

Phoenix

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gale Samuelsen Listed

Contact

Phone: (602) 327-7938

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.gale4homes.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Gale-Samuelsen5

Why selected: Selected for dedicated community service and professional excellence, demonstrated through performance. combined with specialized expertise in international, commercial, and Spanish-speaking markets. Her authoritative knowledge is referenced in regional regulatory documentation.

Notable Achievements

16 Years Real Estate Experience

257 Total Transactions

64 Five-Star Reviews

Auction House Experience

Spanish Fluency

Mediterranean Real Estate Experience

Flight Attendant Career

Health Insurance Industry Experience

Verified Specialties

Relocation, New Construction, vacation properties, retirement properties, commercial properties, residential sales, international clients, International clients, Spanish-speaking clients, Buyer representation, Seller representation, Commercial real estate experience, Commercial properties, Residential real estate, Vacation properties, Retirement properties, Commercial real estate, commercial real estate, auction properties, Residential sales, Auction properties[4]

Cities Served

Goodyear

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Tara Rutkowski Listed

Contact

Phone: (623) 640-6546

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.RutkowskiHomes.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Tara-Rutkowski

Why selected: Selected for her exceptional transaction volume of and client feedback. Her unique dual expertise in sustainable housing and traditional real estate, backed by GREEN and CNE credentials, distinguishes her in the market.

Notable Achievements

9 Years Solar Industry Experience

GREEN Designation

47 Five-Star Reviews

484 Career Transactions

Verified Specialties

Property Management, Rentals, residential properties, solar-equipped homes, sustainable housing, buyers, sellers, solar energy systems, Residential properties, Solar-equipped homes, Sustainable housing, First-time buyers, Sellers, Seller representation, Property management, Rental properties, Solar energy systems[4]

Cities Served

Goodyear

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Harvey Keene Listed

Contact

Phone: (623) 209-7788

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.SoldbyKeene.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Keene-Properties

Why selected: Selected for his recognition as a 2025 Power Broker by the South Florida Business Journal, highlighting significant community influence. He combines this with a and 661 career transactions.

Notable Achievements

661 Career Transactions

South Florida Business Journal 2025 Power Brokers

Business Owner

5-Star Client Rating

Consistent Sales Performance

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure, home sales, buyer representation, property marketing, residential real estate, transaction management, residential sales, seller representation, market analysis, negotiation, property listings[4]

Cities Served

Avondale

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Marisol Castro Listed

Contact

Phone: (623) 203-8613

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://marisolcastro.azblossomrealty.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Marisol-Castro

Why selected: Selected for and of service, Marisol Castro stands out through her specialized bilingual expertise and tech-driven approach that streamlines transactions for a diverse clientele.

Community & Leadership

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Notable Achievements

19 Years Real Estate Experience

Five-Star Rating Consistency

Bilingual Real Estate Services

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Rentals, bilingual services, first-time homebuyers, investors, buyers, sellers, Spanish-speaking clients, technology integration, Buyers, Sellers, Investors, Technology integration, buyer consultation, home eva...[4]

Cities Served

El Mirage

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Todd Kortright Listed

5.0 stars 34+ verified reviews License: 2020000581 Kortright Group-eXp Realty 20+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (623) 256-7949

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.kortrightgroup.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/toddkortright

Why selected: Selected for deep community integration and market leadership, and. He stands out by applying proven strategies from a top competitive market to Ohio, combining advanced technology with deep community-service values.

Community & Leadership

Family business background at Wood-Kortright Funeral Homes[6]

Notable Achievements

Full-time licensed agent since 2005

Third-generation real estate professional

Team Lead for Kortright Group Arizona operations

Maintains perfect 5-star rating across 34 client reviews

278 total transactions completed

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, residential sales, buyer representation, seller representation, competitive markets, technology integration, client education, buyers, sellers, market analysis[4]

Cities Served

Goodyear

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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