Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in the Beach Cities
Since 1978, Real Estate West has been a trusted partner in the Beach Cities community, specializing in residential and commercial real estate transactions. Our team of 77 professional agents and brokers brings an average of 14-34 years of experience, combining deep local expertise with a commitment to personalized service. We prioritize repeat and referral clientele, offering multi-million-dollar service across all price ranges while maintaining active community involvement. Our agents excel in property marketing, having sold more properties than any brokerage of similar size in the South Bay.We emphasize direct client communication, strategic staging, and comprehensive support throughout the buying, selling, and financing processes. Our reputation is built on exceptional client testimonials highlighting our artistic approach to property presentation, organizational excellence, and ability to handle complex transactions. We maintain a seven-day workweek with dedicated reception support to ensure accessibility for all client needs.
Services
Buyer Representation
Seller Representation
Property Staging
Relocation Services
Home Valuation
Financing Guidance
Market Analysis
Transaction Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Agents average over 34 years of real estate experience
- Proven track record selling more properties than any brokerage of similar size in the South Bay
- Seven-day availability with dedicated reception support
- Expert property staging and marketing services
- Specialized relocation assistance and local market knowledge
Associations and certifications
- CA DRE #00707775
What people say
Smooth transition
Best broker we've worked with
Artistic eye
Exceptional communication
Multiple offers quickly
Services
Buyer Representation
Our expert agents guide clients through every step of the home buying process. We help identify properties matching specific needs and budgets while providing comprehensive market analysis. Our team coordinates property visits, negotiates offers, and ensures smooth transaction completion with attention to both financial and emotional considerations.
Seller Representation
Maximize property value with our comprehensive seller services. We develop customized marketing strategies, professional photography, and staging solutions. Our agents handle all transaction details from pricing strategy to closing coordination, leveraging deep local market knowledge to achieve optimal results for home sellers.
Property Staging
Enhance property appeal through professional staging services. Our team provides interior design expertise, furniture placement, and decorative elements to showcase homes at their best. This service helps create emotional connections with potential buyers and can significantly improve time-to-sale metrics.
Relocation Services
Comprehensive support for clients relocating to or from the South Bay area. We coordinate property transactions with moving logistics, provide local market insights, and offer personalized guidance throughout the entire relocation process. Our services help ensure seamless transitions for clients moving across the country.
Home Valuation
Accurate property valuation services using comparative market analysis. Our experts assess current market conditions, recent comparable sales, and property condition to determine fair market value. This service helps sellers set competitive listing prices and buyers make informed offers.
People
Marlene
Real Estate Agent
Experienced real estate professional with expertise in property staging and photography. Specializes in helping clients achieve maximum value through strategic home presentation and marketing.
Pat DeWees
Broker
Award-winning broker known for exceptional client advocacy. Provides personalized service with continued support beyond transaction closing, maintaining long-term client relationships through dedicated professional attention.
Margaret Yuko Tan
Real Estate Agent
Skilled agent combining artistic vision with organizational expertise. Specializes in managing complex transactions involving multiple parties while maintaining focus on client needs and budget constraints.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in the Beach Cities including Manhattan Beach, Sand Section, Hill Section, and surrounding South Bay communities.
How do you help sellers get top dollar?
We use professional staging, high-quality photography, and targeted marketing strategies to maximize property exposure and achieve optimal sale prices.
Do you work with first-time home buyers?
Yes, we guide first-time buyers through the entire purchasing process with personalized education and market expertise.
What sets you apart from other agencies?
Our agents average over 34 years of experience and offer personalized service with proven success in complex transactions.
Can you help with relocation?
Yes, we provide comprehensive relocation services including property transactions, moving coordination, and local market guidance.
Reviews (4)
Bob H.
Apr 24, 2021
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Avoid. The owner, Bob, is a cheapskate. He's a penny pincher who will do his best to keep every penny from every tenant. He's unethical and their entire operation is built on a lie. Do not do business with them. Heard he bamboozled an investor too. The only thing he has going for him is that the owner of Skechers invests with him. Do not trust this misleading man!
Rick B.
Apr 09, 2017
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I almost never write Yelp reviews but the quality of service that I got from Margaret Tan of Real Estate West had me make an exception since I want others to know that if they have a challenging real estate situation that getting help is as easy as contacting Margaret. I have found myself in a situation of trying to find a nice place to rent in the Redondo Beach area on a month to month basis which is a very tough thing to do especially as we are getting closer to summer. I am a consultant who is in the area to work on a project of unknown duration so I cannot commit to a long term lease.
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Steph P.
May 01, 2016
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I have had the pleasure of working with Margaret Tan for the last year and a half in leasing a town home in Redondo Beach. She was nothing but professional and extremely responsive. Any time we had an issue with the place, she would promptly respond to our texts or phone calls and set up someone quickly to fix the problem. I highly recommend her and her company to anyone.
Ingrid C.
Sep 10, 2012
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Very unprofessional, dishonest, crooks is how i would categorize this company. Stay away from Chuck Wallu he is physco he will pose as your friend and turn on you like no other. I have never had an enemy and it feels weird to have one now but he is so hateful towards me I'm seriously about to file a complaint with the board of realators. Maybe even obtain a restraining order. He reviewed a commercial lease as a friend even though I found the property and negotiated the main terms. After the fact he took me to small claims lost twice sued me a third time and won that one dont tell me how. Now
