License active & verified Jim Jacobs
Agent, Jim Jacobs Realty ·40+ years experience ·CA DRE #00868230
The verified record
Every number below is computed from public records of closed sales, last 24 months · how we compute thisAbout Jim
Compiled from public sources — not written by the agent
Jim Jacobs is a real estate agent based in Newport Beach, California, with 40 years of individual experience in the industry. He comes from a family with over 100 years of accumulated real estate history, including parents who operated a major real estate office and escrow company on the peninsula. He currently works in partnership with his two sons, Jason and Joshua, under the name Jim Jacobs Realty.
What clients say elsewhere
AI synthesis of publicly posted reviews on other platforms
Client reviews highlight Jim Jacobs as honest, knowledgeable, and highly accessible, with one client noting he works seven days a week. Reviewers praise his professionalism and reliability, with some mentioning long-term relationships spanning over 25 years. Clients also commend the team's ability to prepare homes for sale at higher prices and their adherence to safety guidelines during the sales process.
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Performance in detail
Verified from public records · 2023–2026 · metrics shown only where at least 3 closed listings support them
Closed transactions by year
Current year is partial
Price range of closed sales
Middle 50% of Jim's transactions vs the Newport Beach market
Who Jim represents
11 total closed sides, 2023–2026
Where Jim sells
Closed sales by ZIP, last 24 months
1 more ZIP with older sales (before the last 24 months) not shown.
Questions to ask Jim in an interview
Generated from this agent's own public sales record — bring them to your first call
- 57% of your listings needed a price cut — how do you set the initial list price?
- Your listings average 118 days on market vs the 34-day local median — what's your marketing plan?
- Your typical sale is $2.8M — how does your approach change for a home like mine?
- Who will I actually work with day-to-day — you or a team member?
Compare with similar Newport Beach agents
Ranked by verified sales in public records, last 24 months — no agent pays for placement
| Agent | Sales (24 mo) | Median price | Avg DOM | Sale÷list | Price cuts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Jacobs | 9 | $2.8M | 118 | 97.3% | 57% |
| Troy Seeber | 24 | $2.8M | 70 | 96.8% | 27% |
| Rebecca Anderson | 8 | $2.8M | — | 97.4% | 25% |
| Chuck Iverson | 6 | $2.9M | 33 | 101.4% | 25% |
| Stephanie Lowe | 35 | $2.8M | 43 | 97.1% | 24% |
| Tim Smith | 282 | $2.9M | 80 | 96.6% | 29% |
Frequently asked questions
How many homes has Jim Jacobs sold?
Jim Jacobs has 11 publicly recorded closed transactions in 2023–2026, including 9 in the last 24 months (9 representing sellers, 2 representing buyers over the full period).
What price range does Jim Jacobs work in?
Jim Jacobs's closed sales have a median price of $2,825,000; the middle 50% of transactions fall between $2,250,000 and $3,112,500.
Is Jim Jacobs's license active?
Jim Jacobs holds an active California DRE license (#00868230). License status can be verified on the California DRE public lookup.
What do Jim Jacobs's reviews say?
Client reviews highlight Jim Jacobs as honest, knowledgeable, and highly accessible, with one client noting he works seven days a week. Reviewers praise his professionalism and reliability, with some mentioning long-term relationships spanning over 25 years. Clients also commend the team's ability to prepare homes for sale at higher prices and their adherence to safety guidelines during the sales process.
Data window 2023–2026, computed 2026-07-11 · Dispute or correct this data · *our public sales record begins 2023; Jim's career may predate it