🏡 Official Rankings
10 Best Real Estate Agents in Santa Cruz, CA (October 2026)
We compared 10 real estate agents serving Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz County, California, and ranked the top agents by verified reviews, ratings, and local reputation — 1,723 customer reviews in all.
The 10 listed below hold an average rating of 5.0 out of 5, led by Monica Lussier. Updated for October 2026.
- Real Estate Agents ranked
- 10
- Average rating
- 5.0★
- Reviews analyzed
- 1,723
- Area code
- 831
Compass
⭐ 5.0 · 14 reviews
Live Love Santa Cruz
⭐ 5.0 · 114 reviews
eXp Realty
⭐ 5.0 · 733 reviews
eXp Realty of California Inc.
⭐ 5.0 · 368 reviews
Coldwell Banker - Santa Cruz
⭐ 4.9 · 74 reviews
Compass
⭐ 5.0 · 84 reviews
David Lyng Real Estate
⭐ 5.0 · 68 reviews
Anderson Christie, Inc
⭐ 5.0 · 83 reviews
Live Love Santa Cruz & Bixby Realty
⭐ 5.0 · 105 reviews
Sereno Group
⭐ 5.0 · 80 reviews
Real Estate Agents in Santa Cruz — FAQs
What is Santa Cruz, CA known for as a place to live?+
Santa Cruz is a coastal Central Coast city known for its beaches, surf culture, redwood surroundings, and university, with neighborhoods ranging from the Westside and Seabright to the mountains above town. A local agent who knows Santa Cruz can match neighborhoods to your budget and priorities.
How do I choose a real estate agent in Santa Cruz, CA?+
Look for agents with strong verified reviews and real experience in the Santa Cruz market, whether you're buying or selling. Top-rated options serving Santa Cruz include Paul Coutts and Jessica Wallace. Ask about recent local sales.
Who are the top-rated real estate agents in Santa Cruz, CA?+
By verified reviews, highly rated agents serving Santa Cruz include Paul Coutts, Jessica Wallace, Michele Replogle (Compass), and Shemeika Fox (Fox Realty Group). Choose one whose experience matches your goals.
What areas do Santa Cruz real estate agents cover?+
Santa Cruz is in Santa Cruz County and uses the 831 area code. Most agents listed here also work throughout the surrounding Santa Cruz County communities.
Real Estate Agents listed here serve Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, and nearby ZIP codes including 95060, 95061, 95062, 95063, 95064, 95065.