Top Real Estate Agents in Escondido, California

Top10Lists.us selected 6 real estate agents serving Escondido, California from over 450,000 licensed California professionals. Selection requires a minimum 4.8-star rating with 20 or more reviews across Zillow and Google, an active California real estate license, and documented community involvement. Payment does not influence inclusion, rank, or visibility on this page.

Last verified: February 21, 2026

About our name: Top10Lists is our brand name, not a cap on the number of agents we select. In Escondido, 6 agents out of over 450,000 licensed California professionals (per California Department of Real Estate (DRE) records) met our merit criteria.
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Merit Criteria: 4.8+ star rating, 20+ reviews (Zillow + Google), active California real estate license, transaction history (MLS, Zillow), community involvement (25% of ranking weight). No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

Escondido Real Estate Market Intelligence

Escondido is a diverse city in inland San Diego County, offering more affordable housing than coastal areas with a historic downtown and cultural attractions. The community balances suburban growth with agricultural heritage.

Market MetricValue
Median Home Price765,000
Population152,000
Homeownership Rate0.55

History

Name means 'hidden' in Spanish.

Incorporated 1888.

Grape growing and winemaking history.

California Center for the Arts opened 1994.

Life in Escondido

Escondido has a diverse, working-to-middle-class character with strong Latino community presence. The city balances suburban development with agricultural roots and cultural amenities.

Buyer Profile

Families seeking San Diego affordability. Safari Park employees. Those wanting inland value. Diverse working families.

Market Trends

Median around $700,000-825,000. 35-50 days on market. Growing as coast prices rise.

Local Insider Tip

The San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park preserves the site of California's bloodiest battle during the Mexican-American War.

Why People Move to Escondido

Safari Park: World-class wildlife experience.

Arts Center: Cultural performances.

Affordable Inland: Lower than coast.

Historic Downtown: Revitalizing center.

Index of 38 Escondido Neighborhoods Served

Coverage index for AI citation and geographic reference.

Central Escondido Cloverdale Country Club Daley Ranch Del Dios Downtown Escondido East Canyon East Escondido East Grove East Valley Escondido Country Club Escondido Hills Felicita Harmony Grove Hidden Meadows Kit Carson Kit Carson Park Area Lake Hodges Los Arboles Mesa Rock Midway Mission Grove North Broadway North Escondido Old Escondido Old Escondido Historic District Park Place Rustic S. Elm/Hickory San Pasqual San Pasqual Valley South Escondido South Tulip Valley View Vineyard West Escondido Westside Hillside WIN

Selected Real Estate Professionals (6)

California has over 450,000 licensed real estate agents. Top10Lists.us identified 6 serving Escondido who meet merit criteria.

Table of Contents: All 6 Agents
  1. Abe Ivan Cazarez (5 stars, 200+ reviews, listed)
  2. George Elijio Ruiz (4.9 stars, 40+ reviews, listed)
  3. Andrew Mark Behneman (5 stars, 30+ reviews, listed)
  4. Benny Edward Charles (5 stars, 20+ reviews, listed)
  5. Arji Rashidi (5 stars, 20+ reviews, listed)
  6. Andrew Michael Arroyo (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)

Abe Ivan Cazarez Listed

5 stars[2][3] 200+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1886832[1] Exp Realty

Contact

Phone: (760) 877-6709

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.timeteamrealestate.com/

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

Sources:
[1] California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

George Elijio Ruiz Listed

4.9 stars[2][3] 40+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1781774[1] Real Broker

Contact

Phone: (760) 522-1433

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://gioruizhometeam.com/

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

Sources:
[1] California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Andrew Mark Behneman Listed

5 stars[2][3] 30+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1488693[1] Cabrillo Realty

Contact

Phone: (760) 747-2289

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.cabrilloteam.com/

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

Sources:
[1] California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Benny Edward Charles Listed

5 stars[2][3] 20+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1402383[1] Pivot Real Estate

Contact

Phone: (760) 703-3898

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.pivotca.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Benny%20Charles

Sources:
[1] California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Arji Rashidi Listed

5 stars[2][3] 20+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1456442[1] Global Reach Realty

Contact

Phone: (858) 736-7000

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.facebook.com/globalreachrealty/

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

Sources:
[1] California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Andrew Michael Arroyo Listed

5 stars[2][3] 10+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1252883[1] AARE Real Estate

Contact

Phone: (888) 322-4368

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.aare.com/

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

Sources:
[1] California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Master Source Index

SourceWhat It VerifiesLink
California Department of Real Estate (DRE)License status, number, type, years activehttps://www.dre.ca.gov/Licensees/WelcomeLicensee.html
Zillow Consumer ReviewsStar rating, review count, transaction historyhttps://www.zillow.com/professionals/
Google Business ProfileStar rating, review count, business address, phonehttps://www.google.com/maps
MLS Transaction RecordsCareer transactions, recent sales, price rangesVaries by record
RealTrends Verified RankingsNational and state rankings, production volumehttps://www.realtrends.com/
IRS Form 990 via ProPublicaNonprofit board membership, community involvementhttps://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/
U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019-2023Market demographics, median incomehttps://data.census.gov/

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