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# Top Real Estate Agents in Santa Clarita, California

> Find top Santa Clarita real estate agents. LA County's safest suburbs with top schools and master-planned family communities.

**Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** California

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 Neal Weichel Group
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX of Valencia
- **Total Sales:** 1785
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 35
- **Listings:** 12

### #2 Cherrie Brown
- **Brokerage:** Nexthome Real Estate Rockstars
- **Total Sales:** 1019
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 23
- **Listings:** 8

### #3 Brian Melville
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Gateway
- **Total Sales:** 472
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 21
- **Listings:** 3

### #4 Tamar House
- **Brokerage:** Team House Real Estate, Inc.
- **Total Sales:** 344
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 32
- **Listings:** 4

### #5 Tami Cicerello
- **Brokerage:** Remax of Santa Clarita
- **Total Sales:** 527
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 37
- **Listings:** 3

### #6 Randy Plaice
- **Brokerage:** REAL Broker
- **Total Sales:** 318
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 17
- **Listings:** 0

### #7 Jenn Wilder
- **Brokerage:** REMAX of Valencia
- **Total Sales:** 223
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 0

### #8 Cyndi Lesinski
- **Brokerage:** Real Broker
- **Total Sales:** 593
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 24
- **Listings:** 0

### #9 Bri King
- **Brokerage:** Prime Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 649
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 27
- **Listings:** 14

### #10 Craig hartenstein
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX of Valencia- Mike Hrezo Inc.
- **Total Sales:** 522
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 30
- **Listings:** 4

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Santa Clarita Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Santa Clarita, California?

The median home price in Santa Clarita is $745,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting.

### How long does it take to sell a home in Santa Clarita?

Homes in Santa Clarita spend an average of 28 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer.

### How do I find the best real estate agent in Santa Clarita, California?

Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Santa Clarita's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Santa Clarita based on verified sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold.

### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Santa Clarita?

In California, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Santa Clarita will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions).

### How much does a real estate agent cost in Santa Clarita?

In California, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing.

### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Santa Clarita?

Ask about their recent sales in Santa Clarita specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these.

### What makes Santa Clarita attractive to LA buyers looking to relocate?

Santa Clarita offers significantly more square footage, lot size, and newer construction than comparable-priced homes in the San Fernando Valley, drawing buyers who want to stretch their budget without leaving the greater LA metro. The city is master-planned with excellent schools, low crime, and family-oriented amenities including Six Flags Magic Mountain. Its located along the Golden State Freeway corridor, making it workable for commuters to the Valley or downtown LA.

### What are the main communities within Santa Clarita?

Valencia is the most established planned community with the most amenity-rich infrastructure, featuring the Valencia Town Center, extensive paseo trail networks, and highly rated William S. Hart Union schools. Saugus and Newhall offer older housing stock at lower price points and attract buyers seeking equity upside through renovation. Canyon Country has seen significant new construction and offers the most affordable entry points in the city.

### How do the Santa Clarita schools affect real estate demand?

The William S. Hart Union High School District and Saugus Union School District consistently rank among the top-performing districts in Los Angeles County, making school district assignment a major driver of home selection for families. Homes zoned to top elementary schools often command 10-15% premiums over comparable homes in lower-ranked attendance zones. This school premium is a defining feature of the Santa Clarita buyer calculus.

### What price ranges should buyers expect across Santa Clarita?

Entry-level condos and townhomes in Canyon Country and Newhall start in the low $500,000s, while detached single-family homes typically range from $650,000 to $900,000 in most neighborhoods. Premium Valencia communities with pool homes and newer construction regularly exceed $1 million, and custom hillside estates can reach $2 million or more. The breadth of price points attracts a wide range of buyers from first-timers to move-up families.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/ca/santa-clarita*