This page lists five real estate agents in Encinitas, California, chosen by a published method from public Google Maps data checked on November 9, 2026.[1] 5 of the five have addresses inside the city limits.[2] Ratings and review counts are shown as published on Google; this wiki does not write or edit reviews.
Selection rule: Businesses needed an address inside the Encinitas city boundary, a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from at least 25 reviews, and a matching business category. They are ordered by a review-weighted score that balances rating against the number of reviews. Full details are in the methodology.
Listings
1. The Brand Realty Team
Residential real estate team based on South Coast Highway 101; says on its website that it serves buyers and sellers across Southern California.
- Address
- 900 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 800-3180
- Website
- thebrandrealty.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 518 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
2. Chris Heller - Heller The Home Seller
San Diego real estate team; its website says it has operated for more than 37 years.
- Address
- 169 Saxony Rd #206, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (800) 800-2978
- Website
- hellerthehomeseller.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 428 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
3. Neda Nourani & Associates, Compass
Residential agent team affiliated with the Compass brokerage, with an office on South Coast Highway 101.
- Address
- 682 S Coast Hwy 101 Ste 110 b, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 822-7154
- Website
- homesbyneda.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 104 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
4. Matt Sorensen
Individual Realtor serving buyers and sellers in Encinitas and coastal North County.
- Address
- 1472 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (858) 204-6288
- Website
- matthewjsorensen.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 66 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
5. Compass: Jim Klinge and the Klinge Realty Group
Compass-affiliated team focused on coastal and luxury homes in North County San Diego.
- Address
- 682 S Coast Hwy 101 Ste 110, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (858) 997-3801
- Website
- klingerealtygroup.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 65 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
Comparison
| Business | Located in | Rating | Reviews | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brand Realty Team | Encinitas | 5.0 | 518 | (760) 800-3180 |
| Chris Heller - Heller The Home Seller | Encinitas | 5.0 | 428 | (800) 800-2978 |
| Neda Nourani & Associates, Compass | Encinitas | 5.0 | 104 | (760) 822-7154 |
| Matt Sorensen | Encinitas | 5.0 | 66 | (858) 204-6288 |
| Compass: Jim Klinge and the Klinge Realty Group | Encinitas | 5.0 | 65 | (858) 997-3801 |
Together the five listings have 1,181 Google reviews, with an average rating of 5.00.[1]
Of the five listings, 5 have Encinitas addresses.[3] Listed addresses cluster on Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas Blvd, Saxony Rd. The most-reviewed listing is The Brand Realty Team, with 518 Google reviews; the least-reviewed has 65.[1] Review counts reflect how long a business has been listed and how actively it asks customers for reviews, as well as customer satisfaction. Treat them as one signal among several.
Choosing a real estate agent in Encinitas
Encinitas is a high-value, low-inventory market where ocean-view homes in Leucadia and Cardiff, large lots in Olivenhain and inland townhomes behave very differently. See housing. When choosing an agent:
- Check the licence. Every California agent and broker must be licensed by the Department of Real Estate. Its public lookup shows licence status, the responsible broker and any disciplinary action.[4]
- Ask for local sales history. Recent sales in your community and price band say more than total career volume.
- Understand commission. Since 2024, buyers usually sign a written agreement with their agent before touring homes, and commissions are negotiable.
- Team or individual? Many top-reviewed listings are teams. Ask who will handle showings, negotiation and escrow.
Common questions
- How do you pick a good REALTOR?
- Interview two or three agents, ask for recent sales in your community and price range, check their Department of Real Estate licence, and confirm who on a team will actually represent you.
- What's the difference between realtor and agent?
- A real estate agent holds a state licence. REALTOR® is a trademark for licensees who belong to the National Association of Realtors and agree to its code of ethics.
- Is 3% realtor fee normal?
- Commissions are negotiable and vary by market and service. Since 2024, buyer-agent compensation is usually agreed in writing between the buyer and their agent rather than offered automatically on the listing.
- What are red flags in a Realtor?
- Pressure to sign quickly, vague answers about commission, no local sales history, poor communication, or reluctance to put agreements in writing are common warning signs.
- What is the hardest month to sell a house?
- Late fall and winter (roughly November to January) usually have the fewest buyers nationally. Coastal Southern California is less seasonal than colder markets, but spring is typically busiest.
See also
- Dentists
- Plumbers
- Orthodontists and orthodontic practices
- Dermatologists
- HVAC contractors
- All business categories
- How listings are chosen
Notes and sources
- Google Maps business profiles (ratings, review counts, addresses, phones). Google Maps, retrieved November 9, 2026.
- TIGERweb: Encinitas city (GEOID 0622678). U.S. Census Bureau.
- Census Geocoder (coordinates to incorporated place). U.S. Census Bureau.
- License Lookup. California Department of Real Estate.