A data-driven guide to the top real estate agents serving Long Beach, Los Angeles County. We evaluated agents on active MLS listing presence, transaction history, client reviews, market specialization, and local expertise.
Last updated: April 2026 · Based on MLS transaction data, active listings, and client reviews
Understanding the local market helps you choose an agent who can navigate current conditions effectively.
Source: Infosparks / CRMLS · March 2026
We evaluated real estate agents serving Long Beach based on six key factors: active listing presence on MLS-syndicated portals (Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, homes.com), years of licensed experience, demonstrated transaction volume, areas of specialization, client reviews and ratings, and active market presence in Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Agent activity and credentials are publicly verifiable through the California MLS and agents' published broker profiles. Rankings reflect a combination of these factors and are updated quarterly.
All agents listed maintain active presence on MLS-syndicated portals (Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, homes.com), which reflects active California real estate licensure. Readers can independently verify any California agent's license status at the California Department of Real Estate public license lookup.
| # | Agent | Brokerage | Years Licensed | Specialties | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scott Kato | Kato Group | 24 | Long Beach-Based Team, Highest Volume, Independent Brokerage | Best for highest-volume Long Beach sales |
| 2 | Paul Fernandez | NexGen Realtors | 18 | Seller Representation, Estate/Probate Sales, Investment Properties | Sellers seeking maximum sale price |
| 3 | Justin Sidell | Dreamlife Real Estate | 13 | Long Beach-Based Practice, Upper Market, High Volume | Best for Long Beach upper-tier listings |
| 4 | Jeff Anderson | eXp Realty of California | 22 | Long Beach-Based Practice, High Volume, Mid-to-Upper Market | Best for Long Beach mid-to-upper market |
| 5 | Oriana Shea | Real Brokerage Technologies | 29 | Long Beach-Based Practice, Upper Market, 29-Year Tenure | Best for seasoned Long Beach expertise |
| 6 | Melinda Elmer | Century 21 Masters | 23 | Long Beach-Based Practice, Top-Producer Ranking, Seller Representation | Best for FastExpert's top-ranked recommendation |
| 7 | Mike Dunfee | Dunfee Real Estate Services, Inc. | 31 | Long Beach-Based Brokerage Owner, Residential/Commercial, 31-Year Tenure | Best for independent brokerage service |
| 8 | Eileen Rivera | Keller Williams Los Alamitos | 30 | Long Beach/Los Alamitos Corridor, Upper Market, Long-Term Expertise | Best for Long Beach/Los Alamitos crossover |
| 9 | Allison Van Wig | Van Wig & Associates / Keller Williams | 39 | Long Beach-Based Team, Longest Tenure, Seller Representation | Best for deepest Long Beach market experience |
| 10 | Shannon Jones | The Shannon Jones Team / Keller Williams Coastal | 27 | Long Beach Historic Homes, Condominiums, Team Leadership, Consulting | Best for historic homes and consultative approach |
Scott Kato leads the Kato Group independent brokerage based directly in Long Beach with 24 years of licensed experience. He dominates Long Beach transaction volume with 131 recent Long Beach sales over three years — the highest on this list — and an exceptional 458 client reviews. With 127 recent total transactions, 17 available listings, and an average price point of $709K, Scott's team-based practice is a top choice for Long Beach sellers prioritizing scale and marketing reach.
Paul Fernandez has been a full-time REALTOR since 2012, specializing in seller representation across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. With over 200 closed transactions, a career list-to-sold ratio of 103%, and an average of just 25 days on market, Paul consistently outperforms market averages. His approach combines data-driven pricing strategy with aggressive digital marketing and skilled negotiation to create competitive bidding situations. Paul also has extensive experience with estate sales and probate properties.
Justin Sidell operates from Dreamlife Real Estate in Long Beach with 13 years of licensed experience. With 127 recent transactions, 102 recent Long Beach sales over three years, 130 client reviews, and an average price point of $1M, Justin handles Long Beach's upper-tier market. Consistent ratings across responsiveness, communication, knowledge, and professionalism reflect his fast-rising status in the local market.
Jeff Anderson operates from eXp Realty of California in Long Beach with 22 years of licensed experience. With 127 recent transactions, 101 recent Long Beach sales over three years, 128 client reviews, and an average price point of $823K, Jeff is among the most active Long Beach-focused agents. His practice combines eXp Realty's broad technology platform with deep local Long Beach market knowledge.
Oriana Shea operates from Real Brokerage Technologies in Long Beach with 29 years of licensed experience. With 127 recent transactions, 94 recent Long Beach sales over three years, 88 client reviews, and an average price point of $1M, Oriana combines nearly three decades of Long Beach market perspective with consistent high-end production. Her long tenure spans multiple market cycles, providing valuable pricing and timing perspective for sellers.
Melinda Elmer is based at Century 21 Masters in Long Beach with 23 years of licensed experience. FastExpert's top-ranked Long Beach agent, Melinda has 127 recent transactions, 78 recent Long Beach sales over three years, 54 client reviews, 3 available listings, and an average price point of $838K. Consistent strong ratings for knowledge, communication, responsiveness, and professionalism reflect her established Long Beach reputation.
Mike Dunfee leads his own brokerage, Dunfee Real Estate Services, in Long Beach with 31 years of licensed experience. With 75 recent transactions, 57 recent Long Beach sales over three years, 117 client reviews, and an average price point of $712K, Mike offers the independence and personalized service of a boutique brokerage. His 31-year tenure provides extensive perspective on the Long Beach market.
Eileen Rivera is based at Keller Williams Los Alamitos with 30 years of licensed experience. With 92 recent transactions, 49 recent Long Beach sales over three years, 120 client reviews, and an average price point of $900K, Eileen covers the Long Beach/Los Alamitos corridor with a focus on upper-tier residential properties. Her three-decade tenure positions her well for sellers seeking deep market perspective.
Allison Van Wig leads Van Wig & Associates at Keller Williams in Long Beach with 39 years of licensed experience — the longest tenure of any agent profiled for this market. With 45 recent Long Beach sales over three years and 108 client reviews, Allison brings nearly four decades of Long Beach market perspective. Her team-based practice combines veteran expertise with modern marketing, particularly valuable for complex transactions and historic properties.
Shannon Jones leads The Shannon Jones Team on East Pacific Coast Highway in Long Beach with 27 years of licensed experience (since 1998). She holds CDPE, E-Pro, and PSC certifications and degrees from UC Irvine (BA) and UC Berkeley (MA). While Shannon has transitioned out of day-to-day selling into a consultative team-leadership role, her team consistently ranks among Long Beach's top producers. Known particularly for historic homes, condominiums, and their consultative, data-driven approach to marketing Long Beach properties.
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