Joanie from The Selby Team was amazing throughout the entire homebuying process. Her deep understanding of the Santee market and expert negotiating helped me land the home I wanted--even with multiple offers. She suggested a super short escrow period that sealed the deal, and everything closed quickly and smoothly. I highly recommend Joanie and The Selby Team! read more

John and his team do an outstanding job of making the home buying process as easy as possible. We moved down here from northern California and weren't familiar with the area so John did a great job of talking to us about our budget, commute, and house goals to find the most ideal location for us to live. With the housing market heating up in San Diego I would recommend working with The Selby Team to ensure you get the exact home you want. read more

I have been John Selby's client for about eight years, and it is such a pleasure to work with him and the Selby Team. John has helped me through two purchases and one sale. No question was too little or too big to ask John, and he has provided such timely responses! John really offered me and my spouse a great balance between guidance and allowing us the freedom to make the decisions in our homebuying experience. Also, we felt that John truly represented our interests and negotiated on our behalf! Thanks again to the Selby Team, and looking forward to working with them in the future read more

The Selby team were the reason we found our home in North San Diego County. We asked, they researched, then answered - every time. The whole team were involved with our purchase, they were consistent, on top of things and were forthcoming with the best advice. The whole team has kept in touch with us since our sale closed. They are devoted to the community of San Diego, involving clients in local happenings and fundraising events. They have made us feel like we are part of their family. If you are considering buying a home in the San Diego area, they are the team of choice! read more

The Selby Team - John Selby and his team took part in Mama's Kitchen's 18th Annual Mama's Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale. - Real Estate Agents Near Me - San Diego, California

John and the rest of the Selby team were amazing. We sold our first home and bought a new one with their help and felt beyond supported. This wasn't our first time buying, but the market was so much hotter than last time, and we had never sold a home. We felt cared for from the first meeting we had with John all the way through and after closing on both homes. John was available, honest, clear, proactive, and patient. He sat with us through the tough decisions and balanced the line perfectly of telling us what he thought good choices were when making offers and responding to counter-offers, with making sure we had space as a couple to feel clear on each decision. He was there when we had to make quick decisions and big choices but we never felt pressured or rushed into anything. We were very pleased with how smoothly listing, getting offers, closing, putting offers on new homes, and closing on our new home went. With one of the homes we had to use the other party's escrow agent. They were poorer than the one the Selby team recommended for our sale, but the Selby team staff stayed on top of it, creating docusigns out of things the old-school escrow company wanted us to print, sign, and return. Little things like that made the whole process easier and let us know the Selby Team was supporting us completely. Oh, and John and Ryan were great with our kids, even when they needed to help distract the 5yo so we could focus on a showing or inspection! :) You can't go wrong by choosing John Selby as your realtor. read more

Steve from the Selby Team recently helped me purchase a condo near Palm Springs and I'm so thankful for his support. Steve was so patient, caring, knowledgeable, and supportive through the entire process and a pleasure to work with. Steve always made time for our calls, questions, and inquiries - and we had many! I really appreciated that Steve went out of his way to meet us in the Palm Springs area to help us with our decision. I completely trust Steve and I value our friendship. read more

I have worked with a lot of realtors before and this team is by far the best. They are very available, responsive, and involved throughout the whole process. Not to mention super funny and friendly and enjoyable to work with. They exceeded our expectations for the sale price and had great negotiating instincts. They even set up a taco truck and sent out flyers. It was great to be able to be hands off with the process and focus on renovating my new home. read more

If you want a resource that delivers the best offer imaginable and manages all aspects of the process as effortlessly as floating on a cloud, you want John Selby as your Realtor. John recently represented me on a condo sale. If you have ever bought or sold a property, you probably know that inevitably, challenges arise. From nit-picking buyers to surprise issues caught during inspection, there is no nearly no way to avoid the unforeseen obstacles. More importantly, since real estate may be the biggest investment you'll ever make, it is critical that you receive the best ROI possible. But, it's also the little things. You want someone with strong market knowledge and the mental temperament that will ensure the transaction goes as smoothly as possible -- that the hiccups that arise are minimized. John has established the client base so the safe investment is verified, but it's the little things where John really steps in to deliver. When something needs to be handled, he takes charge and brings any issues to you along with options for solutions While he leaves all decisions firmly with you without adding pressure, he communicates timely and helps you determine your best decision. He is also extremely well connected so anything that you need, he's got a resource. He's got all the bases covered!-- including Spanish fluency which helped me with a contractor. John continues to help me when I have issues with my current property. He is also extremely patient and kind. For these reasons and more, I will continue to use the Selby Team for any real-estate transactions. read more

The Selby Team was the very best real estate team that I have worked with in all my previous home sales. They helped me in so many aspects of the home sale process. From preparing the home to marketing and more! From start to finish, they handled it all making sure things were being dealt with in a timely manner and professionally handled. John Selby covered all of this with us with professional and local area knowledge. The team took the extra steps to assist in overseeing a major renovation ensuring the work was done correctly and inspecting each phase of the way clear through to the end of the work. John Selby took great care to listen to what my needs were and met them with no issues ever encountered. I was not able to be in the area so it was very important to have an agent who could be my eyes and ears. During the difficult negotiations, John was very effective and knew how to present our home and negotiate a contract in our best interests. The Selby Team brought in photography professionals who produced the best marketing showcase I have ever seen. Communicating in a timely manner was another one of his best qualities! Every day I knew when showings were scheduled, by whom, and any feedback from the showings via a text message. I also received weekly reports that provided pertinent information so I could determine what the market was indicating on my pricing or if there were issues that required my attention. The home was sold very quickly and for the price I wanted. I would highly recommend John Selby and his team to anyone selling their home as he is professional, creative, knowledgeable, persistent, and an area expert with great marketing skills. Sincerely, Beverly Kovacik read more

I found the Selby Team through my neighbor who works in real estate. They responded right away to my inquiry and and within a few days had my place staged, photographed and on the market. I needed to do a contingency and Joanie went over and above to help me find the perfect new home. She is very personable and worked very hard to get me the best deal. The team has great resources and made the whole process as painless as possible. They were on my side and in my corner the whole way. I doubt you could find a better team to work with. I recommend them, without reservation! read more

Wow! John and his team were a HUGE asset in navigating the San Diego market. John promised that he found every client a home, no matter how long it took. As first time buyers, I was skeptical given the market, our requirements, and budget but John facilitated dozens of appointments, answered all of our questions, and kept our spirits up when things seemed challenging. I'm happy to say we just closed on our dream house! Knowledge, experience, compassion are second nature to the Selby Team. I cannot recommend them enough in trusting them with your real estate needs! read more

There aren't enough kind words to say about John and his team. First time buyer and he answered every (and I mean EVERY) question, was a great communicator and never made me feel like a pain. His relationships in the area made the home buying process feel like a breeze and he has been there night and day to help me. A joy to work with - if you looking to buy, John's your guy. read more

When it came time to sell our home, my wife and I definitely did our homework before selecting the Selby team. Because Normal Heights is so unique and home values vary dramatically block-by-block, we ultimately ended up selecting the Selby Team due to their deep knowledge of the neighborhood, the homes, and the buyers. Additionally, and we didn't totally know this when we signed, but Joanie is an absolute Real Estate wizard. There isn't room to go into all the details here, but in everything she did from the listing photos to negotiating with our buyer, Joanie blew us away at every turn with things we had never thought to do and this was not our first time selling. Finally, Joanie and the entire Selby Team are responsive, professional, hands-on, and a complete joy to work with. I highly recommend Joanie and the Selby Team! read more

John must be the most patient person on earth! He truly was so patient with my husband and I during our pretty long off and on first time home buying experience. John is very knowledgeable about all the areas in San Diego, professional, and a very hard worker. It seems like he always was available to answer our questions, respond to texts, assist us, and meet us at listings. He gave us great advice throughout the whole process and never steered us wrong. We really appreciated all the effort John put into finding us the best home! He went above and beyond. Although I hope I don't have to move FOR A VERY LONG TIME, I would definitely use John in the future to sell our home! I can't recommend him enough. You'll be in very good hands. read more

I had the good fortune to have Joanie Selby recommended to me by a good friend of my wife. My wife and I were flying blind but for that referral. You never know where to start. Joanie and her son John showed me. Throughout the month she kept me in touch with everything that was happening and what my wife and I needed to do to make the sale happen. Finding a buyer in this market is very much like shooting fish in a barrel, but the complications and paperwork to make the sale and escrow go through are mind-boggling. The Selby's are the most responsive and effective team I have ever done business with. Joanie constantly texted me about was happening. She told me what she was doing, why she was doing it, and continually updated me. Prior to meeting Joanie, I had entertained the thought of selling the property myself. I am so glad I didn't. I recommend the Selby team to anyone that wants to sell their property with a minimum of issues. read more

My wife and I sold our house with John and the Selby Team. We had a great experience and John guided us through a rent back agreement that allowed us to stay in our property until we closed on our new home. I would highly recommend John and the Selby Team when buying and selling in San Diego! read more

The Selby Team with Compass Real Estate (John & Joanie Selby) did a phenomenal job marketing and selling our Mission Hills home. Their Photographer created gorgeous pictures and an inviting video, making us question if perhaps we should stay. Most of all, John Selby took the extra time out of his busy schedule to always meet every potential client and their agent with each showing. John didn't leave a showing up to any assumptions; he used his civil engineering experience and engineering degree to fully explain, and highlight our home's valuable construction assets to potential buyers. He also has the keen sense to know when to step back and let clients explore the home once he presented the advantages. With offers, both John and Joanie were experienced negotiators, having our best interest in helping to get the most for our investment. I highly recommend listing your home with the Selby Team, or working with them to find your dream home. They are tireless and value honest communication with their clients, always providing quick responses. read more

John Selby and the Selby team have proven to be awesome realtors and advisors whether buying or selling, and an overall clutch resource for all things real estate. My wife and I highly recommend John's services. We were so happy with the great job John did selling our investment house and making sure we came out of a sticky situation on top. After that sale, we were sure to enlist his help when buying our next investment property and he also knocked that out of the park. John's support didn't just end after our sale and purchase, he also advised us through the entire investment process including supporting us through a couple of our refinances. John is a go getter, he is knowledgeable, and he is proactive. He definitely goes the extra mile to make sure you feel informed, comfortable and happy throughout the home buying, selling and real estate investment process in general. On top of all that you won't just have access to John. He has readily shared his amazing network of real estate and home professionals from mortgage banker to gardener to contractors. Thank you, John for all of the advice, support, and hard work you have put in to help us toward our goals! read more

Why did you originally partner with the Selby team? I first met John while skydiving a couple years back at Skydive San Diego. After jumping with him for a while I told him that I would give him a call when I was ready to buy. John did a great job staying in light contact over that period keeping me updated of the market and letting me know what his team was accomplishing in San Diego. Earlier this year I gave him a call and let him know I was ready to buy and the hunt began. What did you think of their overall service? This is the third house I've purchased and I can honestly say that it was by far the best experience I have had. John is on top of his game and what really brought the process together is the tight network of individuals and businesses he has access to get the job done. The whole Selby team was responsive, helpful, and their expertise of the industry was evident throughout the entire process. What was the biggest obstacle we helped you overcome? As a buyer the market is tough right now. It took us four offers to find the right house and in the end it really was the perfect place and my family couldn't be happier. Once you find the place you want things move fast and the window of opportunity disappears if you don't. This is where John and his team shined. They were on top of all the required paperwork, personal phone calls, and negotiations, all I really had to do was make my decision and electronically sign some documents. They worked seamlessly with my lender and made a complicated, competitive, and aggressive process seem hassle free and less stressful. Would you recommend us to anyone else? I would highly recommend John and the Selby Team to anyone looking to buy, sell, or just gain an understanding of the market. They are true professionals and you will be in great hands. I am happily enjoying my new home in San Diego thanks to them. read more

My wife and I are fairly particular, difficult customers. Of course, we wanted to see A LOT of properties before we found the perfect place and pulled the trigger. John provided us excellent service throughout our search, and was always immediately responsive. Home buying in San Diego can be a daunting task, especially with the market moving as fast as it was when we purchased. John's hustle really makes a difference when you're frequently in multiple offer situations. I strongly recommend working with him. On top of being a solid and trustworthy professional, John is a genuinely nice guy. read more

Steve Melanese at the Selby Team helped me and my partner as first time home buyers. We went into the process knowing absolutely nothing and Steve guided us through the entire process with patience, humor, and support. We initially attended a First Time Home Buyers Seminar where we had all of our questions answered and were given a heads-up on what we could expect during the process. Steve and the Selby Team assisted us in finding a home that was right for us, not just a home that would make them a quick sale. We had a competitive market with several counter-offers and they stuck by us through the whole process with the same amount of care and enthusiasm for each offer. We could contact Steve at any time and he made himself available to answer any question, no matter how small. He made sure that we found the home that was right for us, and helped to steer us away from homes he felt that we wouldn't be happy in. I honestly cannot say enough good things about Steve - he feels like a close friend at this point after going through this process and I will truly miss working with him! I trust him entirely and would recommend him and the whole team to any friend or family member. read more

John and Joanie have helped me buy and sell two houses in North Park, and they've been terrific agents. they both know the market, have a great network of resources, offer spot on advice with no bs, and have helped me make the right buying and selling decisions. I cannot recommend them enough. read more

My wife and I couldn't have asked for a better team to help us with our first home purchase. We were both nervous about buying our first home, especially in the extremely competitive market, but knew we were in good hands. John was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process- he was professional, proactive, easily reachable, and kept a calm and uplifting attitude. We went to go see several houses all around San Diego with John and eventually found one that we loved and put an offer in. I believe the house had over a dozen other offers, but John and I came back with a second offer which got accepted! We felt extremely lucky that we ended up in the first house we put an offer in, but it's not luck with John on your side. I would recommend The Selby Team to anyone ready to navigate the home buying experience! read more

I have used Joanie to sell two homes and purchase one. She goes above and beyond the call of duty and kept me updated throughout the entire process. Like most people, I would rather have oral surgery than buy or sell property but with Joanie on the job the entire process was painless. She has several years of experience and knows her stuff. She stays on top of the ever changing California Real Estate laws and during all of our transactions she kept me and the other buyer/seller out of trouble. If you are looking for a true Real Estate professional you will not be disappointed with Joanie. I give her my full recommendation without any reservations what so ever. If you want the best, you need to contact Joanie. read more

John Selby showed an incredible amount of patience in an incredibly tight sellers market, to find us our home. He was extremely diligent and honest and we are very grateful for his commitment and professionalism. read more

John helped us find our first home and we couldn't have had a better experience. We looked at several houses before finding the one and he was patient with us and treated us like family with his honesty. After we purchased our house he has continued to be a resource if we have questions on anything from the house to good restaurants in the area. John started out as our real estate agent and has become our friend over the process. There's no other team we would use! read more

I reached out to John to help my mom with a home purchase in the Pacific Beach area. As a Realtor in Arizona I've worked with many real estate agents and can say that I was impressed with John from our very first call. Not only is he highly personable but his energy and passion for his job are immediately apparent. From showings to closing, this team was with us every step of the way and, in this unprecedented seller's market, John undoubtably gave us a competitive edge. He was quick to take us to showings the moment a property hit the market, his offer advice was highly strategic and sound, and his rapport with local area agents speaks volumes to his character. If you're looking for a real estate agent in San Diego that has your best interest at heart, I would highly recommend John and The Selby Team! read more

We are moving from the Bay Area to San Diego and John was referred to us by friends. He was prompt, friendly, and exceptionally accommodating. He sent us a link to a collaboration center where we could say yes, no, or maybe to listings as we looked around online, and when we saw a house that we thought was "the one" decided to fly down last minute (decided on a Thursday to come in on Saturday) John was happy to show us the houses we liked. He was knowledgeable about the area of San Diego that we were looking at and gave us a good idea of what to expect in the current market. He made the process of buying a house remotely seamless, we will gladly refer him on and use him again if we decided to buy again in San Diego. read more

When you buy a house from the Selby team they invite you to all of their open houses in your new neighborhood. Bonus: they usually have great food at those open houses. I'm not saying you should buy a house from them just for the tacos, but it helps. John and Joanie are great! ... Also, tacos. read more

We knew we had a really tall order. After renting in Normal Heights for 14 years, we were positive this was the neighborhood we wanted to buy in. But we had a pretty modest budget, and it's currently a jungle out there! We are so happy we paid attention to one of those bus stop signs and contacted Joanie and John. Joanie has years of experience and the presence in San Diego that we needed. John was accessible and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. I know we would not have had the great results of our new home purchase without them! read more

Joanie was great! I was referred to Joanie by my Realtor who was out on leave. Joanie and John met with me and discussed all the options and comps for listing my home and worked with my timeline and through some construction. We had a few ups and downs with buyers who weren't serious, but in the end Joanie was able to get me top dollar! The process was smooth and we even closed early. read more

I met John several years back by renting out his Airbnb unit while my house was being constructed. Fast forward a few years and my husband and I were ready to buy our first investment property. This was a new endeavor for us and we had a lot of emotions wrapped up into this transaction, but John made it fast and easy. My husband and I were interested in getting the best return on our investment, specifically in terms of cash flow, equity, and principal pay down. While we did our homework on the properties we wanted to see, John and Joanie always made themselves available for the showings (e.g. mornings, evenings, weekends, etc.). It is worth mentioning that there were a lot of pain points in our search, as my husband and I wrapped our heads around how much rehab (or lack thereof) we were willing to take on. John always facilitated the showings with a good "You can do anything!" attitude that served as a constant surge of positive reinforcement. We purchased our first property through John in June 2017 and it was about as easy as they come. The property had previously flooded and we were concerned about the extent of damage behind the drywall. John negotiated special terms in our offer letter that would allow us to cut a hole in the drywall to assess the damage during the inspection (genius idea?). Fortunately, there was no hidden damage and we could sleep easy at night knowing John had helped us take preventive measures to ensure the extent of the damage was limited to the exterior. In July 2018, the success of our first property led us to start looking for another investment. John swept in as flawlessly as he did with our first transaction, and within the first 30 days of looking we were under contract on a 3-unit complex in North Park. This transaction was difficult from the beginning. The seller's agent was fighting tooth and nail on every penny and the pesky tenants were not making the showings easy on any party. Regardless of all this noise, John stayed professional through the entire process and was determined to get us the best deal we could. John's greatest skills truly shined at the negotiation table. His professionalism and expertise allowed us to get under contract in a property that appraised for $45K more than what we offered (instant equity!). He identified strategic terms for us that ultimately led to the winning offer. While this transaction was not easy, and did come with a few headaches, it was an absolute pleasure having John by our side the entire time. John is not "our agent", he is "our friend" and our "teammate". While he works for us, he works with us and is a tremendous part of our real estate success. We look forward to continued business with John and recommend him to our friends and family. read more

There are very few things I am certain about, but I can say with confidence that Joanie Selby is the go to person when you are looking to buy or sell a property. She is very knowledgeable, organized, and dependable. The level of detail and care provided throughout the experience is unmatched. She has seen and knows how to handle any situation or obstacle that may come into play and is always at least one step ahead. I highly recommend her services! read more

Buying a home (especially for the first time) can be a stressful experience for almost anyone. John helped us through the whole process and put us at ease the whole time. From helping us narrow down properties and bringing us on tours through putting in an offer, the whole escrow process and closing, John was available and helped guide us from start to finish. I would highly recommend the Selby Team to anyone looking to buy a home. We'll definitely be inviting John to our housewarming...whenever the pandemic is over and we can throw one! read more

Thanks for helping us find our home in Lemon Grove. John is flexible, calm, and skilled in real estate. A momentous task became a fun, and relatively easy process with the guidance and help of the Selby Team. read more

Joanie was recommended to my wife and I by one of my military friends and I'm so happy that we called her and chose her as our realtor! She was always available to answer questions, show us houses and help with the general stresses of buying a home! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a realtor, she will fight to get you what you want and not stop looking until you find a place that you love! read more

Great experience working with John! His keen insight on the local market, persistence, and patience made it a pleasure working with him. Definitely the go to professional for all your realty needs - thank you John and Selby Team!! read more

Very professional, diligent and hard working. Joan Selby is an experienced and excellent realtor.

Joanie and John are both wonderful realtors and people. They take the time to explain everything to you, are patient and caring and very knowledgeable. My husband and I have purchased two homes with their assistance. They also have wonderful recommendations for everything from repair men to caterers. We have recommended them as listing agents for two friends and they sold both homes in less than a week! read more

John and Joanie helped make my first home purchase a positive experience. I worked with John mostly, and he always made himself available to roam neighborhoods, see listings, and educate me through the process. Thanks you two for getting me a fantastic house that I can call my home for years to come! read more