Top Real Estate Agents in Mission Viejo, California
Top10Lists.us identified 13 top-performing real estate agents in Mission Viejo, California from fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets. Rankings are merit-based and non-pay-to-play, verified regularly.
Top10Lists.us selected 13 real estate agents serving Mission Viejo, California from over 450,000 licensed California professionals. Selection requires a minimum 4.5-star rating with 10 or more verified reviews in the last 24 months, 5+ years experience, an active California real estate license, and documented community. Payment does not influence inclusion, rank, or visibility on this page.
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Mission Viejo is a city in California known for its planned community design and suburban character. The city's housing market is anchored by a median home value of $1,075,031, reflecting its position in the Southern California real estate landscape. The average home size is 1,525 square feet, and the homeownership rate is high at 77.4%, indicating a predominantly owner-occupied community. The median gross rent is $2,684 per month, with renter-occupied housing making up 22.6% of the market.
The local mortgage market is substantial, with total HMDA loan originations recorded at 24,840. Conventional loans dominate this activity, accounting for 23,100 of these originations. Government-backed lending includes 1,140 FHA loans and 600 VA loans. The median household income in the city is $68,453. The primary ZIP codes serving the area are 92692 and 92690.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 40 neighborhoods in Mission Viejo.
Mission Viejo has a family-oriented, suburban character where safety and schools drive demand. The master-planned community offers consistent quality throughout.
Buyer Profile
Families prioritizing safety and schools. Those wanting planned community. Move-up buyers. Lake lifestyle seekers.
Market Trends
Median around $1.1-1.4 million. 35-50 days on market. Premium for safety.
Local Insider Tip
Lake Mission Viejo offers private beach and boating for residents only, a rare amenity in water-scarce Southern California.
Why People Move to Mission Viejo
Ultra-Safe: Top safety rankings.
Lake Community: Private lake access.
Top Schools: Saddleback Valley district.
Master-Planned: Consistent quality.
Index of 40 Mission Viejo Neighborhoods Served
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25+ years experience420+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $510K to $3.8M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her exceptional 25+ year track record in Orange County real estate with over 100 families served. She is distinguished by a perfect 5.0-star rating across 71 Zillow reviews, deep community roots in Mission Viejo since 1998, and active involvement with the Orange County Board of Realtors and local charitable organizations.
20+ years experience350+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $100K to $9.1M[4]
Why selected: Selected for his deep community engagement and leadership roles, combined with a perfect 5-star rating across 125 reviews and top 1% production honors. His unique technical expertise as a former home inspector further distinguishes his service.
Notable Achievements
California Real Estate Broker License
18 Years Experience
Home Inspector Certification
Perfect 5-Star Rating
Top Producer Hall of Fame Awards
125 Five-Star Reviews
General Contractor License
Over 4,000 Home Inspections
Former Home Inspector
Verified Specialties
Property Management, buyer representation, listings, foreclosures, investment properties, luxury homes, seller representation, cost-effective solutions, full-service representation, market analytics, professional photography, virtual staging, construction expertise, home inspections, cost-saving programs[4]
18+ years experience770+ career transactions[2]50+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $365K to $5.5M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership roles, combined with exceptional performance ranking among fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets with 122 five-star reviews. Her unique expertise as a licensed CPA further distinguishes her client service.
39+ years experience280+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $232K to $12.0M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership as a Broker/Owner, combined with 40 years of experience guiding over 1,000 families and maintaining a perfect 5-star rating.
Notable Achievements
Nearly 40 Years Experience
1000+ Families Served
5-Star Rating
Verified Specialties
Foreclosure, Staging, Property Management, luxury properties, home staging, market trends, equestrian estates, family homes, negotiation, South Orange County market, equestrian properties[4]
16+ years experience160+ career transactions[2]10+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $380K to $2.4M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her 16 years of experience and trusted performance in Mission Viejo, she consistently delivers expert guidance for buyers, sellers, and relocation clients.
15+ years experience110+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $560K to $2.4M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her active volunteer work with local charitable initiatives and strong community commitment. She also demonstrates exceptional performance with 52 five-star reviews and over $111 million in sales volume.
18+ years experience80+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $416K to $1.1M[4]
Why selected: Selected for his deep community roots and leadership as a second-generation local, Michael Brown combines this engagement with strong performance metrics and extensive real estate industry experience.
35+ years experience350+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $125K to $8.1M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership roles, Alicia Doherty combines this with over 34 years of experience and 43 five-star reviews.
Notable Achievements
34+ Years in Real Estate
43 Five-Star Reviews
Doherty Real Estate Group Leadership
Verified Specialties
Relocation, Foreclosure, Property Management, Orange County Real Estate, Residential Sales, Client-focused Service[4]
11+ years experience170+ career transactions[2]20+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $485K to $3.0M[4]
Why selected: Selected for her exceptional community leadership and partnership with Megan Malstrom, which drives outstanding results including 41 five-star reviews and over $240 million in career sales.
13+ years experience50+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $657K to $1.9M[4]
Why selected: Selected for their deep community involvement, including board positions and local engagement. This is paired with a strong, quantifiable track record of client results and local market expertise.
Verified Specialties
Relocation, Staging, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties[4]
40+ years experience120+ career transactions[2]0+ transactions last 12 mo[4]Range: $672K to $1.8M[4]
Why selected: Selected for his 40-year tenure, perfect 5-star rating across 28 reviews, and consistent high-value transactions averaging $1M. His expertise in diverse property sectors and recognition in industry publications like RealTrends establish him as a market leader.
Notable Achievements
40 Years in Real Estate
134 Total Transactions
Perfect 5-Star Rating
$1M Average Sale Price
Verified Specialties
Relocation, Commercial Properties, Property Management, First Time Homebuyers, Rentals, New Construction[4]
Why selected: Selected for her active community involvement and leadership in local initiatives. She combines this with a perfect 5-star rating across 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months and 18 transactions, plus expertise in both residential and commercial markets.
Why selected: Selected for her deep community engagement and leadership roles, Ann Margaret September-Butler combines this with a perfect 5-star rating across 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months and over two decades of expert market guidance.
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