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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 real estate agents in San Diego, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Whissel Beer Group with a 4.9-star rating from 794 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: PorchLight Realty brokered by eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc. and Mike & Jessica Wolf, Coldwell Banker West, Wolf Real Estate Team. The average rating across all listed real estate agents in San Diego is 5 stars from 160 reviews per business on average.

Real estate agents in San Diego typically earn 2.5–3% commission per side. Post-NAR settlement, buyer agent fees are negotiable.

Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Local Market Snapshot

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5★

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160

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May 17, 2026

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Top Rated Real Estate Agents

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Whissel Beer Group

4.9(794 reviews)

3180 University Ave Suite 600, San Diego, CA 92104, USA

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PorchLight Realty brokered by eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.

4.9(383 reviews)

3825 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA

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Mike & Jessica Wolf, Coldwell Banker West, Wolf Real Estate Team

5.0(305 reviews)

410 Kalmia St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Real Estate Agents Rankings in San Diego, CA

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Whissel Beer Group3180 University Ave Suite 600, San Diego, CA 92104, USA4.9794
#2PorchLight Realty brokered by eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.3825 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA4.9383
#3Mike & Jessica Wolf, Coldwell Banker West, Wolf Real Estate Team410 Kalmia St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA5.0305
#4Scott Cheng16516 Bernardo Center Dr STE 300, San Diego, CA 92128, USA5.0180
#5Arianna Schwarz - Schwarz Real Estate Group - San Diego11440 W Bernardo Ct STE 300, San Diego, CA 92127, USA5.0118
#6Alex Saavedra with Core Real Estate Services2828 University Ave STE 107, San Diego, CA 92104, USA5.0135
#7Awesome San Diego Real Estate - David Demangos Realtor - eXp Realty3860 Valley Centre Dr UNIT 409, San Diego, CA 92130, USA5.0109
#8Rieder Homes Group | San Diego Real Estate & Renovation Experts9815 Carroll Canyon Rd #203, San Diego, CA 92131, USA5.094
#9John Gluch-San Diego-Real Estate Agent - EXP1050 Kettner Blvd Ste. D, San Diego, CA 92101, USA5.0127
#10Kindred Real Estate San Diego8889 Rio San Diego Dr #200, San Diego, CA 92108, USA4.965

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026

All Real Estate Agents in San Diego

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Scott Cheng

5.0· 180 reviews

16516 Bernardo Center Dr STE 300, San Diego, CA 92128, USA

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Arianna Schwarz - Schwarz Real Estate Group - San Diego

5.0· 118 reviews

11440 W Bernardo Ct STE 300, San Diego, CA 92127, USA

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Alex Saavedra with Core Real Estate Services

5.0· 135 reviews

2828 University Ave STE 107, San Diego, CA 92104, USA

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Awesome San Diego Real Estate - David Demangos Realtor - eXp Realty

5.0· 109 reviews

3860 Valley Centre Dr UNIT 409, San Diego, CA 92130, USA

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Rieder Homes Group | San Diego Real Estate & Renovation Experts

5.0· 94 reviews

9815 Carroll Canyon Rd #203, San Diego, CA 92131, USA

9

John Gluch-San Diego-Real Estate Agent - EXP

5.0· 127 reviews

1050 Kettner Blvd Ste. D, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

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Kindred Real Estate San Diego

4.9· 65 reviews

8889 Rio San Diego Dr #200, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

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Melina Rissone, REALTOR

5.0· 199 reviews

410 Kalmia St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

12

GRACE LEE - SAN DIEGO REALTOR

5.0· 119 reviews

8885 Rio San Diego Dr UNIT 237, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

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The Greg Cummings Group | San Diego Real Estate | Compass

5.0· 58 reviews

7863 Girard Ave Suite 208, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA

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Pacific Real Estate Center

5.0· 65 reviews

1005 Rosecrans St #200, San Diego, CA 92106, USA

15

Dream Homes Team San Diego/ Compass

4.8· 89 reviews

2802 Juan St Ste 29, San Diego, CA 92110, USA

16

The Neuman Team

4.9· 144 reviews

516 Fifth Ave #5th, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

17

San Diego Real Estate Company | Kate Goodwin

5.0· 25 reviews

2808 B St A, San Diego, CA 92102, USA

18

Dannecker & Associates

4.9· 92 reviews

875 G St STE 108, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

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Define Real Estate San Diego - Real Estate Sales and Service

5.0· 59 reviews

4950 Waring Rd STE 5, San Diego, CA 92120, USA

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Mark Goldberg, Real Broker, San Diego Real Estate Agent

5.0· 34 reviews

5409 Shannon Ridge Ln, San Diego, CA 92130, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions — Real Estate Agents in San Diego

What is the difference between a buyer's agent and a listing agent in San Diego?

A buyer's agent represents you when purchasing and is legally obligated to work in your interest. A listing agent represents the seller. In most San Diego transactions, both are paid from the seller's proceeds. Since the 2024 NAR settlement, buyer's agent compensation is more negotiable — you may be asked to sign a buyer's representation agreement before touring homes. Ask any agent upfront how they are compensated.

How much does a real estate agent cost in San Diego?

Traditionally 5–6% of the sale price, split between buyer's and seller's agents. Post-2024 NAR settlement, commissions are more openly negotiable. On a $400,000 home in San Diego, that's $20,000–$24,000 in total commissions. Some agents offer discounted rates for repeat clients or higher-priced properties. Always negotiate.

How do I verify a real estate agent's license in CA?

Search the CA Real Estate Commission's online license lookup. You can also check if they're a Realtor (NAR member) at nar.realtor — Realtors are held to a Code of Ethics beyond basic licensing. Check reviews, sales history, and neighborhood expertise before interviewing agents.

What should I ask a real estate agent before hiring them in San Diego?

Ask: How many homes have you sold in this neighborhood in the past 12 months? What is your average list-to-sale price ratio? How do you communicate with clients (and how fast do you respond)? What is your marketing strategy for my home? Do you have relationships with lenders, inspectors, and attorneys in San Diego? A good agent answers these without hesitation.

How are the real estate agents on this page ranked?

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Every real estate agents on RatingsNearMe is scored transparently: star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability (5%). Businesses labeled exclusive or premium are Featured Partners — they have paid for enhanced visibility but must still rank through real customer reviews. We cap sponsored boosts so bad businesses can never buy the top spot.

Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.

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About This Real Estate Agents Directory — San Diego, CA

This page lists and ranks 20 real estate agents serving San Diego, CA as of May 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 5 stars, with an average of 160 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked real estate agents in San Diego by our algorithm is Whissel Beer Group (4.9 stars, 794 reviews). Real estate agents in San Diego typically earn 2.5–3% commission per side. Post-NAR settlement, buyer agent fees are negotiable.

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

How to choose a real estate agents in San Diego: Look for businesses with 4.5+ stars, 50+ reviews, proper licensing and insurance, and transparent pricing. Get at least 3 quotes for any project over $500. Verify credentials with the CA licensing board before hiring.

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