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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, is a picturesque community that boasts a unique blend of natural beauty and urban convenience, making it an ideal location for homebuyers. With stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the serene RSM Lake, this city offers numerous outdoor activities, including hiking and biking trails. Families and individuals alike are drawn to its excellent schools and community events, while attractions like the Rancho Santa Margarita Aquatic Center and the scenic O’Neill Regional Park enrich the local lifestyle.

The real estate market in Rancho Santa Margarita is competitive, with diverse options ranging from cozy townhomes to luxurious estates. It's crucial to partner with a top REALTOR® who understands the local market dynamics and can navigate the complexities of buying or selling a home. A seasoned agent will provide valuable insights and negotiate effectively on your behalf. RealEstateAgents.com exclusively collaborates with top agents, ensuring that you receive the highest level of service and expertise in your real estate journey.

Featured Agents in Rancho Santa-Margarita, CA

PRIME AGENT

Regency Real Estate Brokers

Jim Zakhar

5 reviews

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44years of experience

37sales in the last 12 months

6,000transactions all-time

PRIME AGENT

Realty One Group West

Audra Lambert -Lambert Group Homes

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20years of experience

39sales in the last 12 months

250transactions all-time

The Oppenheim Group

Alexa Aimer

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8years of experience

14sales in the last 12 months

107transactions all-time

Compare 15 top-performing real estate agents in Rancho Santa-Margarita, CA

Piazza Residential - Coldwell Banker

Susan Piazza

20 years of experience

20 sales in last 12 months

Serves Rancho Santa-Margarita

About

While Susan does have an affinity for luxury homes, she enjoys working with a broad range of clients. Thus you may find her selling a multi-million dollar coastal estate in the morning, and helping a first time buyer find their dream home in the afternoon. You may find her knocking on doors to find the perfect home for a buyer, or assisting a seller with the choice of home improvement materials. Susan is a Certified Residential Specialist. The CRS designation, held by only 3% of REALTORS nation-wide, signifies both a commitment to excellence through ongoing education and a track record of top-level performance. Whether buying or selling in Orange County, when you want true concierge service that goes beyond your expectations, call on Susan Piazza. You will see why her clients recommend her to their family and friends with confidence.

Achievements

Bachelor's Degree, Irvine Valley College
Psychology, 1990 - 1994

Business Highlights

Seller Representative, Buyer Representative, Condominiums, First Time Buyers

I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. I am eager to serve you.

Active Realty

Justin Tye

5 reviews

Open 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Usually responds in 15 minutes

PRIME AGENT

21 years of experience

4,270 sales in last 12 months

9,814 transactions all-time

Serves Rancho Santa-Margarita

About

My name is Justin Tye and I am the broker/team lead for Active Realty, Inc. Thank you so much for the opportunity to help you with your real estate needs. We have one goal in mind, providing the best customer experience possible! We use a team approach to provide the best results in buying and selling homes. I am the licensed Designated broker and work directly with clients to help them buy or sell their homes, and I negotiate those contracts. Our goal is to provide you with the best "real estate experience" you've ever had! We conduct business with integrity, we are extremely well organized, and we can assist you with your purchase or sale of your home. We have great resources to handle your real estate transaction with excellence! Please give us a call. No one will work harder for you than us! Put our team's skills to work for you. In this challenging market, the right agent, resources, and technology do make a difference! Hope to hear from you soon!

Achievements

Top Listing Broker 2025

Top Buyer's Broker 2025

Top Producer 2025

Top 1% Producer Nationwide, 2009-present

Bachelor's Degree, University of La Verne
Business & Psychology, 1999 - 2004

GRI, e-PRO, REALTOR®, ABR, SRS, SRES

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Anvil Real Estate

Melody Smith

20 years of experience

102 sales in last 12 months

Serves Rancho Santa-Margarita

About

Longtime leading broker associate Melody Smith is on a mission to redefine real estate with her superior service. The record-setting industry powerhouse has been featured on just about every major media outlet, including NBC, CBS, ABC, and FOX. But thats not why her clients remember her. They remember her because she creates an exceptional experience from start to finish. With an emphasis on white-glove customer service and an unwavering commitment to her clients, Melody exemplifies everything an agent should be. She utilizes her unparalleled South Orange County market knowledge to find her buyers ideal residences and her masterful marketing skills to get her sellers maximum returns. In 2020 Melody founded Anvil Real Estate. An outgrowth of the renowned Melody & Associates, Anvil is a collective of superstar real estate professionals who are dedicated to offering clients impeccable experiences.

Achievements

#1 agent in Laguna Hills and Nellie Gail Ranch 2019, 2020

Graduate Degree, Cal State Long Beach
Medical Technology

Business Highlights

1031 Tax Exchange, Buyer Representative, Concierge Services, Condominiums

First Team

Kathe Van Hoften

17 reviews

Open 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Usually responds in 5 minutes

21 years of experience

20 sales in last 12 months

505 transactions all-time

Serves Rancho Santa-Margarita

About

In today’s complex real estate market, it is critical to hire an agent who is experienced, professional and market savvy. I also go above and beyond the call of duty to help sell my listings- staging your home for free, extensive targeted marketing and access to pocket listings for my buyers are just some of the many perks my clients receive. My tagline is “The Realtor with a Heart' because with every sale I make, I donate money to any charity you choose. As the #1 ranked agent in my office and on Yelp.com, I am proud of my accomplishments and I look forward to the opportunity of working with you and earning your business. -#1 Ranked agent at First Team Mission Viejo/Aliso Viejo office -#1 Ranked agent on Yelp.com -Featured Real Estate expert on CNBC & Realtor on TLC's "My First Home" tv show -Recipient of Orange Coast Magazine's '5 Star' Agent of the Year Award every year since 2010+ for being Top 1% in OC -Negotiation Expert -Relocation Specialist -Senior Specialist

Achievements

Top Mission Viejo Agent 2025

Top Listing Agent 2025

Top Negotiator 2025

#1 Ranked agent in office since 2012,Hall of Fame Award, 5 Star Professional Award

Bachelor's Degree, University of the Pacific
BS Psychology & Marketing, 1991 - 1995

REALTOR®

Business Highlights

1031 Tax Exchange, Buyer Representative, Concierge Services, Condominiums

#1 Ranked Realtor at First Team Mission Viejo/Aliso Viejo office

#1 Ranked Realtor on Yelp.com

Orange Coast Magazine 5-Star Award for being Top 1% in OC

Reliance Real Estate Services

Tom Tennant

1 review

Open 24 hours

Usually responds in 5 minutes

PRIME AGENT

25 years of experience

70 sales in last 12 months

1,900 transactions all-time

Serves Rancho Santa-Margarita

About

Licensed Real Estate Professional since 1999. I have SOLD over 1900 homes in my real estate career and have always been in the TOP 1% of Agents Nationwide. Always providing exceptional service, market knowledge and industry experience to help my clients SELL FOR TOP DOLLAR. We STRIVE for PERFECTION and making the Real Estate Experience a smooth transaction for our clients. We also service Riverside County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, and L.A. County. We offer Incredible Marketing & Advertising in today's changing market and can manage the transaction from top to bottom making a seamless transition into your next home. Hundreds of TESTIMONIALS too for your review! CALL TOM TENNANT for a Custom Marketing Strategy to SELL YOUR HOME for TOP DOLLAR!!

Achievements

Top Sales Producer 2025

Sells Homes Fast 2025

Top Corona Agent 2025

Multi-Million Dollar Producer & Top 1% of Agents Nationwide, 2020-2013 Top Selling Agent Company Wide, 2012-2004 Platinum Chairmans Circle, 2001, 2002 & 2003 Grand Centurion

Bachelor's Degree, Riverside
Business/Sales & Marketing

REALTOR®

Business Highlights

1031 Tax Exchange, Buyer Representative, Concierge Services, Condominiums

Born in raised in So California with Intimate Market Knowledge

Over 1900 Homes Sold

We've introduced over 4,940,482 buyers and sellers to top local real estate agents in the past 15 years

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