License active & verified Kristen Novoa
Agent, Vista Sotheby’s International Realty ·25+ years experience ·CA DRE #01291929
The verified record
Every number below is computed from public records of closed sales, last 24 months · how we compute thisAbout Kristen
Compiled from public sources — not written by the agent
Kristen Novoa is a Vista Sotheby's International Realty agent in Manhattan Beach with 25+ years in the business, over half a billion dollars in closed sales since 2000, a consistent Top-1% ranking among South Bay Realtors, and the #1 Female Realtor ranking at Vista Sotheby's. A 25+ year Manhattan Beach resident, she holds a BA from Cal State Northridge and a Master's from Pepperdine, is a former board director of the South Bay Association of Realtors, and carries CIPS, CNE, TRC, and CLHMS certifications.
What clients say elsewhere
AI synthesis of publicly posted reviews on other platforms
ChamberofCommerce.com: 5★ (7 reviews)
Reviews are consistently 5-star positive across her personal-site testimonials (10 shown), Zillow, and ChamberofCommerce.com (5.0 from 7 reviewers). Reviewers repeatedly cite deep South Bay market knowledge, strong negotiation, responsiveness, and going the extra mile. Homes selling quickly at good prices and trust in her advice are recurring themes.
- “She exceeded my expectations on the sale of my property.” — southbayopenhouse.com reviews review
- “Extremely knowledgeable and goes the extra mile.” — southbayopenhouse.com reviews review
We don't host reviews yet — when we do, every review will be tied to a verified transaction. Read the originals via the links in the sidebar.
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 Kristen's transactions vs the Manhattan Beach market
Who Kristen represents
30 total closed sides, 2023–2026
Where Kristen sells
Closed sales by ZIP, last 24 months
| ZIP | City | Sales (24 mo) | Median price | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90274 | Palos Verdes Estates | 1 | $3.3M | — |
| 90247 | Gardena | 1 | $789K | — |
| 90275 | Rancho Palos Verdes | 1 | $1.8M | — |
| 92315 | Big Bear Lake | 1 | $855K | — |
| 95762 | El Dorado Hills | 1 | $845K | — |
4 more ZIPs with older sales (before the last 24 months) not shown.
Questions to ask Kristen in an interview
Generated from this agent's own public sales record — bring them to your first call
- 46% of your listings needed a price cut — how do you set the initial list price?
- Your listings average 32 days on market vs the 20-day local median — what's your marketing plan?
- Your typical sale is $1.9M — 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 Manhattan 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kristen Novoa | 18 | $1.9M | 32 | 100.1% | 46% |
| David Caskey | 107 | $1.9M | 61 | 99.7% | 22% |
| Carissa Wright | 6 | $1.9M | — | — | — |
| Kennedy Bryan | 10 | $1.9M | 24 | 101.1% | 0% |
| Carol Glover | 8 | $1.9M | 29 | 105.1% | 20% |
| James Van Zanten | 15 | $1.9M | 28 | 97.4% | 31% |
Frequently asked questions
How many homes has Kristen Novoa sold?
Kristen Novoa has 30 publicly recorded closed transactions in 2023–2026, including 18 in the last 24 months (21 representing sellers, 9 representing buyers over the full period).
What price range does Kristen Novoa work in?
Kristen Novoa's closed sales have a median price of $1,862,500; the middle 50% of transactions fall between $1,108,750 and $2,599,000.
Is Kristen Novoa's license active?
Kristen Novoa holds an active California DRE license (#01291929). License status can be verified on the California DRE public lookup.
What do Kristen Novoa's reviews say?
Reviews are consistently 5-star positive across her personal-site testimonials (10 shown), Zillow, and ChamberofCommerce.com (5.0 from 7 reviewers). Reviewers repeatedly cite deep South Bay market knowledge, strong negotiation, responsiveness, and going the extra mile. Homes selling quickly at good prices and trust in her advice are recurring themes.
Data window 2023–2026, computed 2026-07-11 · Dispute or correct this data · *our public sales record begins 2023; Kristen's career may predate it