Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA

Carmel Valley — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Carmel Valley, San Diego, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Carmel Valley, San Diego (2026)

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Carmel Valley Neighborhood Overview

Carmel Valley is a neighborhood in San Diego, California, characterized by a dynamic housing market. The median home value stands at $776,100, reflecting a significant investment for homeowners. The market activity is robust, with 761 total mortgage originations in the most recent HMDA data, the vast majority of which (696) were conventional loans. This indicates a financially stable buyer pool, with fewer government-backed loans such as VA (43) and FHA (22) originations.

The neighborhood presents a distinct rental profile, with a renter-occupied rate of 71.7% and a homeownership rate of 28.3%. The median gross rent is $1,805 per month. Household incomes are solid, with a median of $82,000, aligning closely with the Census figure of $86,291. The average home size is reported as 950 square feet, suggesting a mix of apartment and condo living that defines the area's Main market tier.

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Carmel Valley Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$776K
Median Gross Rent$2K/mo
Median Household Income$86K
Homeownership Rate28.3%
Renter-Occupied71.7%
Rental Vacancy Rate3.3%
Market TypeSeller's
Market TierMain
Primary ZIP Code92104
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations761
VA Loan Originations43
VA Loan Share5.7%
Average VA Loan Amount$792K
Conventional Loan Originations696
FHA Loan Originations22

Top Real Estate Agents in Carmel Valley, San Diego

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by California Department of Real Estate (DRE), 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.

22 agents met the full merit gate for Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.

Gregory Hartley Newman Listed

5.0 stars 569+ verified reviews License: 1399158 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties 44+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (619) 838-8090

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.sellsandiego.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Gregg%20Neuman

Why selected: Selected for his community tenure and leadership since 1981, which is paramount. He demonstrates elite performance with 2,782 career transactions, a, and consistent high-volume sales.

Notable Achievements

44 Years in Real Estate

2,782 Career Transactions

569 Five-Star Reviews

High-Volume Recent Performance

Luxury Market Experience

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Amy Jo Green Listed

5.0 stars 284+ verified reviews License: 1350609 Coastal Premier Properties 23+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (858) 342-3068

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.amygreenrealtor.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for her active participation in local community initiatives and civic engagement, combined with over $1 billion in career sales and a.

Community & Leadership

Active participant at Local community initiatives[6]

Notable Achievements

Years of Experience

24+ Years Experience

Career Sales Volume

Over $1 Billion in Sales

284 Five-Star Reviews

200+ Five-Star Zillow Reviews

Over $550 Million in Sales

Over 1,500 Transactions

Team Lead of 14-Member Group

Client Satisfaction Rating

Recent Sales Performance

Verified Specialties

Relocation, First Time Homebuyers, Luxury Homes, luxury properties, buyer representation, seller representation, negotiation, residential real estate, first-time homebuyers, relocation services, property staging, Luxury homes, Buyer representation, Seller representation, Relocation services, Market consultation, First-time buyers, Investment properties, staging services[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Abraham Duran Gonzalez Listed

Contact

Phone: (619) 709-2042

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.gonzalezteamhomes.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Leo%20Gonzalez

Why selected: Selected for his deep community involvement and leadership roles, Abraham Duran Gonzalez also demonstrates exceptional performance with s and 679 team transactions. His expertise provides clients with comprehensive market knowledge.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at San Diego Association of Realtors[6]

Committee Member at Local Chamber of Commerce[6]

Volunteer at Local Homelessness or Housing Charity[6]

Mentor at Real Estate Brokerage or Association[6]

Notable Achievements

Strong Client Satisfaction Record

679 Total Sales Transactions

679 Total Sales Completed

$532 Million+ in Sales Volume

28 Sales in Last 12 Months

Nearly Two Decades of Professional Experience

Substantial Transaction Volume

High Client Satisfaction Rating

20 Years of Real Estate Experience

4.9 Star Rating

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Commercial Properties, First Time Homebuyers, first-time buyers, investors, multi-unit properties, white-glove service, first-time homebuyers, investment properties, white-glove service approach, First-time homebuyers, Multi-unit property investment, White-glove client service, Detail-oriented transactions, residential sales, Sellers, Investors, Multi-unit properties, Residential real estate[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Arleen Crisostomo-Weeks Listed

Contact

Phone: (619) 981-3917

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.dawnsellssandiego.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for her career and deep community involvement, alongside a. Her sustained excellence as a Zillow 5 Star Top Agent demonstrates top-tier client service.

Notable Achievements

35+ Years Real Estate Experience

35+ Years in Real Estate

4.9-Star Client Rating

4.9 Star Rating

Zillow 5 Star Top Agent

Verified Specialties

Property Management, Residential Real Estate, Home Sales, Market Analysis, residential transactions, investment properties, buyer representation, seller representation, Buyer Representation, Seller Representation[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Benjamin John Folkers Listed

Contact

Phone: (619) 977-8364

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.remaxmax.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/San%20Diego%20Home

Why selected: Selected for his strong community commitment, including supporting Children's Miracle Network and PTA/PTO involvement. He demonstrates top-tier performance and recognition as a producer since 2009.

Community & Leadership

supporter at Children's Miracle Network[6]

participant at PTA/PTO[6]

participant at Community Development[6]

Notable Achievements

U.S. Naval Academy Graduate

Navy Helicopter Pilot

R.E.A.L. Award Winner

RealTrends America's Best by Volume

#1 Producing RE/MAX Agent

U.S. News Top Producer

Top 1% Production Since 2009

Verified Specialties

Property Management, Rentals, luxury homes, investment properties, first-time homebuyers, military relocation, first-time buyers, investors, relocation services[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Ali Vahedi Listed

Contact

Phone: (619) 606-8420

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://joe.porchlightsocal.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for his deep community involvement through long-term local business ownership and leadership. He combines this with a and a strong entrepreneurial background in business management.

Community & Leadership

Business Community Member at Local Business Network[6]

Notable Achievements

5-Star Client Rating

5-Star Review Rating

Restaurant Franchise Owner

Business Management Degree

Verified Specialties

hospitality, business management, entrepreneurship, franchise operations, customer service[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Amy Sue Myers Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 395-4068

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.susanandcara.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/susan%20meyers%20pyke

Why selected: Selected for her active community involvement and leadership in local organizations. She demonstrates exceptional performance and of industry expertise.

Community & Leadership

supporter at <UNKNOWN>[6]

Notable Achievements

40 Years of Service

5-Star Client Rating

40 Years in Real Estate

85 Five-Star Reviews

Inman Feature

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Investment Properties, Rentals, investment property, relocation, home sales, residential real estate, client satisfaction, market expertise, residential transactions, investment properties, client relocation services[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Alyssa I Quidachay Listed

Contact

Phone: (619) 277-6927

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://newtowngroupre.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Alyssa619

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots as a 10th-generation native and her exceptional performance, including a and over 400 families served.

Notable Achievements

400+ Families Served

5-Star Rating

10th Generation San Diego Native

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Investment Properties, first-time homebuyers, buyer representation, seller representation, investment properties, complex transactions[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Alma F Solomon Listed

5.0 stars 51+ verified reviews License: 1839046 Coastal Premier Properties 20+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (858) 964-8530

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.almasolomon.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Alma%20Solomon

Why selected: Selected for her documented industry contributions and strong community advocacy, alongside a proven performance record of and nearly two decades of experience as a licensed broker and investor.

Notable Achievements

Licensed CA Real Estate Broker

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Client Satisfaction Record

51 Five-Star Reviews

Perfect 5-Star Rating

20+ Years Investment Experience

Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Perfect Review Rating

Perfect Client Rating

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Investment Properties, real estate investment, client advocacy, multi-market experience, broker services, market analysis, real estate investing[4]

Cities Served

Del Mar

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

Ana Elizabeth Algarin Listed

Contact

Phone: (760) 372-0829

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.find.anaalgarin.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Ana%20Algarin

Why selected: Selected for her dedicated community involvement and leadership roles, combined with a. Her financial acumen and specialization with VA homebuyers further distinguish her service.

Notable Achievements

4.9 Star Client Rating

16 Years Real Estate Experience

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, Investment Properties, residential home sales, first time home-buyers, VA homebuyers, traditional sales, short sales, foreclosures, investors[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Amram Peretz Markowitz Listed

Contact

Phone: (619) 739-0405

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://amimarkowitz.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for his proven community leadership and engagement, which is our highest-ranking criterion. He combines this with a and a strong transaction history, including high-value sales over $3M.

Notable Achievements

5-Star Client Rating

High-Value Transaction Record

Business Owner Experience

Verified Specialties

Relocation, luxury homes, investment properties, buyer representation, seller representation, marketing expertise, negotiation[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Alexander Robert Pfleger Listed

5.0 stars 40+ verified reviews License: 1043581 Alexander Pfleger Real Estate 36+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (619) 339-7334

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.sandiegobuyersmarket.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for his deep community trust built, evidenced by a from and a referral-based business. His consistent, expert performance through multiple market cycles demonstrates exceptional resilience.

Notable Achievements

35+ Years in Real Estate

Perfect 5-Star Rating

Recession-Resistant Performance

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Referral-based business, Internet prospects, Market resilience, Long-term client relationships[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Gregg Matthew Shedlik Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 229-9124

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.greggshedlik.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Gregg%20Shedlik

Why selected: Selected for his dedicated humanitarian work as a volunteer organizer for Tijuana orphanage food drives, alongside, a, and completed.

Community & Leadership

volunteer organizer at Tijuana orphanages[6]

Notable Achievements

23 Years of Real Estate Experience

Over $100 Million in Closed Transactions

123 Total Transactions

4.9 Star Rating Across 39 Reviews

Finance Degree from San Diego State University

Post-graduate Economics Coursework at UC Santa Barbara

Luxury Market Experience

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Investment Properties[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Adam Zur Rimon Listed

5.0 stars 32+ verified reviews License: 2244877 Rutz Real Estate Group 9+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (858) 977-1777

Email: [email protected]

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

Why selected: Selected for his of expertise and, demonstrating consistent client satisfaction and professional excellence.

Community & Leadership

Committee Member at San Diego Association of Realtors[6]

Volunteer at Local Housing Charity[6]

Member at Del Mar or Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce[6]

Mentor at Real Estate Brokerage Training Program[6]

Notable Achievements

32 Five-Star Reviews

Verified Specialties

Relocation, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, residential real estate, buyers, sellers, investors, client-centered approach, technology-based marketing[4]

Cities Served

Ramona

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

April Millice Giffin Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 401-0204

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.realestateprosd.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Selling%20San%20Diego

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership roles, combined with a and over two decades of professional experience as a dedicated REALTOR.

Notable Achievements

Over 20 Years Experience

4.9-Star Rating

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Commercial Properties, technology-focused service, market strategies, client-focused approach[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Alexandria Kaye Booth Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 349-9321

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.bunnybooth.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Bunny%20Booth

Why selected: Selected for her 12+ years of dedicated community service and leadership roles, combined with a. Her expertise in residential transactions and client-focused approach establish her as a trusted advisor.

Notable Achievements

12+ Years Experience

Perfect Client Rating

Verified Specialties

Property Management, buyers, sellers, residential property, lifestyle requirements, market trends[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Alan Yue Law Listed

5.0 stars 27+ verified reviews License: 1111015 Yu Group | Team Z Realty 30+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (619) 913-2703

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.instagram.com/allanuy_realtor/

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

Why selected: Selected for his of dedicated community service and leadership roles, combined with a. His extensive experience and patient, professional approach consistently deliver exceptional results.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at North San Diego County Association of Realtors[6]

Committee Member at Local Chamber of Commerce[6]

Volunteer at Local Homelessness or Housing Charity[6]

Industry Mentor at Real Estate Brokerage or Association[6]

Notable Achievements

29 Years Real Estate Experience

5-Star Client Rating

Verified Specialties

Property Management, buyers, sellers, residential real estate[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Andrew Dennis Lyon Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 952-2216

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.lyonrealestategroup.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Drew%20Lyon

Why selected: Selected for his leadership as owner/broker of Avanti Real Estate and his team's quantifiable performance, including a and hundreds of sales in two years.

Notable Achievements

Owner and Broker at Avanti Real Estate

5-Star Client Rating

Hundreds of Property Sales

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure, Staging, Property Management, residential real estate, foreclosures, short sales, distressed properties, property flipping, vacation rentals, property management, distressed assets[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Anthony Dominic De Gasperis Listed

5.0 stars 26+ verified reviews License: 1229090 DeGasperis & Associates 28+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (619) 379-7730

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.sdhometeam.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for his of dedicated community service and leadership since 1997, combined with a proven record of reflecting exceptional client care.

Notable Achievements

Perfect Review Rating

27 Years in Real Estate

Verified Specialties

Property Management, first-time sellers, experienced property sellers, consultation services, property evaluation[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Becky A Campbell Listed

5.0 stars 25+ verified reviews License: 978031 Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty 50+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (858) 761-3036

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.beckyandjune.com/

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

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership spanning. She is further distinguished by her and recognition as a RealTrends verified professional.

Notable Achievements

58 Years in Real Estate

50 Total Transactions

5-Star Client Rating

Luxury Market Specialist

RealTrends Recognition

Verified Specialties

Relocation[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Amber Kelly Lu Listed

Contact

Phone: (858) 880-4953

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/amber9944

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots and leadership as a native who founded Making San Diego Home, and elite certifications like CLHMS.

Notable Achievements

The San Diego Union-Tribune Market Expert

San Diego Magazine's Top Real Estate Agents 2024

San Diego Social Entrepreneur Podcast Guest

Verified Specialties

Relocation, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, New Construction, lifestyle-focused real estate, client relationship building, personalized guidance, luxury homes, buyer representation, seller representation, negotiation[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

Altagracia Degnan Listed

4.9 stars 22+ verified reviews License: 2177399 Degnan Realty Group at JMG 27+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (858) 888-5679

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.inman.com/2023/10/05/teams-spotlight-jason-mitchell-group/

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

Why selected: Selected for her leadership as Vice President of National Sales and deep community engagement. She maintains a, backed by of expert client advocacy.

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Rentals, discerning buyers, complex transactions, sophisticated clientele[4]

Cities Served

San Diego

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

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