Marcus Skenderian Real Estate — Local services in Laguna Beach

Buying my first home in San Juan Capistrano was such a smooth and positive experience thanks to Luke Sydnor and the Marcus Skenderian Real Estate team. I initially reached out just for a consultation as a future buyer, but Luke and Marcus impressed me right away by taking real time to educate me, answer every question, and prepare me for the process. That early investment of care gave me complete trust in their guidance.

When the right home hit the market, Luke moved fast and positioned my offer with the kind of insight and personality that won me the deal—beating out another offer already on the table. From there, he and his team connected me to an outstanding lender who had me cleared to close in just nine days. Their deep knowledge of South Orange County kept me confident through every contingency.

What I appreciated most was the balance Luke struck between support and autonomy. He gave clear, expert advice but also encouraged my voice in the process. As someone who works in sales, I respect that kind of partnership. Looking back, the only thing I’d change is speaking up more myself (like asking for a professional clean before closing). As for Luke, I wouldn’t change a thing—he was excellent.

I’ll absolutely work with him again, and I recommend him wholeheartedly. If you’re looking for a team that combines expertise, strategy, and genuine care, Luke and the MSRE team deliver at the...

Very simply, Marcus is the best. Choosing him to represent me was one of the smartest things I’ve ever done. I relied on his expertise and trusted him throughout…He was always available to advise, or answer questions, or tell me what I needed to hear when I was starting to stress… and as a result, I didn’t lose a moment of sleep. Which is saying something when you consider I was buying a $2.3 M house! As many of the other reviews note: He knows Laguna, having grown up and raised a family here. He knows the homes and neighborhoods, having a long career in the local real estate. And he knows how to treat his clients, with honesty and integrity. - One thing I would like to add that should not be overlooked: The respect Marcus has earned in the real estate community. When I went out one weekend on my own to look at open houses, more than once on telling the listing agent that Marcus was my guy… they said “Oh, you’re very lucky. He’s awesome,” OR “Smart move, he’s top-shelf.” Soon after this, that respect made it that much easier to put a deal together, in what could have easily developed into very trying negotiations. I heard once that there may be close to eight hundred real estate agents in the Laguna area. Choose wisely. It makes a...

Working with Luke Sydnor, and Marcus, at Marcus Skenderian Real Estate was nothing short of outstanding. From day one, they were always available at the drop of a hat to show me any property I was interested in. When it came time to navigate a complex purchase, their expertise and persistence made all the difference in crossing the finish line.

What really set them apart was their incredible depth of local knowledge surrounding the many intricacies of the Laguna Beach market. No detail was too small, and they always had insight that went far beyond the basics. Even more importantly, Luke and Marcus clearly prioritize building real relationships with their clients. They consistently went the extra mile in every regard, making the process not only smooth but enjoyable.

At the end of the purchase, I didn’t just walk away with a property, I walked away with two friends. I constantly see both Luke and Marcus and their families around town, and they are truly incredible, genuine, high-quality people.

If you want realtors who combine professionalism, high level local expertise, and genuine care for their clients, Luke and Marcus are...