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Chris Tebbutt

DRE# 01993864

Specialties

Coastal Real Estate • Buyer's Agent • Listing Agent • Luxury Estates • 
National & Global Relocation • Investment Properties • Income Properties

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

Social Media

Seller's Guide

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Buyer's Guide

Purchasing a home can be one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Learn how I will be your guide every step of the way. Download my Buyer's Guide here.

Compass Concierge

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Compass Private Exclusive

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About Chris
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Chris is Principal of Chris Tebbutt Real Estate Group, a team of seasoned experts serving Coastal Orange County. He represents his clients in both the sale and purchase of properties, specializing in Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Newport Beach, Corona del Mar and surrounding areas.

Chris earned his degree in Architecture from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, advising both buyers and sellers in making informed choices with regard to design potential and, return on investment.

Chris' is committed to bringing the highest level of "white-glove" service and confidentiality to his clients. Chris has earned the nickname "gentle lion" when it comes to negotiating on behalf of his clients, including several properties that are not offered to the public.

Voted Best Real Estate Agent in Laguna Beach by his community, Chris prides himself in helping his clients reach their personal and financial goals in what is often the highest valued asset of their lifetime. Chris attributes much of his success, however, to bringing his passion for developing long-term relationships with his colleagues and clients, and as a result, receiving almost 100% of his clients through referrals and consistent repeat business.

Designated a Five-Star Zillow Premiere Agent, Chris is known for his strategic marketing plans and understands that first impressions are everything, especially since the majority buyers begin their search online and have high expectations of engagement. An expert in coastal Orange County, Chris was named Top Social Media in California Real Estate by Top Agent magazine, Real Estate All-Star by Orange Coast Magazine, as well recognized in Wall Street Journal's RealTrends America's Best list for California.

A South Orange County native, Chris lives in Laguna Beach with his husband Bob and fifteen year old twins. He currently serves on the Board for the Laguna Beach High School Scholarship Foundation and is a Parent Mentor for Special Needs in Laguna Beach Unified School District. 

Chris also served on the Executive Board for Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce and on the Board for SchoolPower, the Laguna Beach Education Foundation.

Nominated by his colleagues, Chris serves on the Orange County Compass Agent Advisory Council, currently advising on company culture, processes, and initiatives.



Client Testimonials
★★★★★
"Chris acted as our agent during the sale of our rental cottage in Laguna Beach, and we cannot think of enough good things to say about his participation. His professional knowledge, combined with his care and interest in our requirements, made Chris the best representative we could have asked for. Chris was endlessly patient and attentive during the process, and his energetic performance facilitated the satisfactory sale of our property in a timely manner. To make the process even easier Chris is a good person, and a pleasure to deal with."
- Marcus & Suzanne

★★★★★
"Chris did a terrific job helping us prep and sell our parents’ home. I live in Massachusetts, and my brother lives in L.A., so we really had to rely on Chris to manage things for us and he did a wonderful job. We were very happy with how the process went and enjoyed working with Chris. He really took the stress out of a challenging situation."
- Stephanie

★★★★★
"Chris did a fantastic job selling our home! He worked with us closely every step of the way, helping to make sure our home presented in the best possible light. He was always available to answer questions and for showings. In the end, our home received multiple offers and sold for over asking price after only a week on the market!"
- Emily & Jeremy

★★★★★
"Chris is an amazing agent and a wonderful person. His level of market knowledge and exemplary ethics really stood out. He helped us navigate a complicated property with challenges along the way with patience and guidance. His background in architecture and eye for design helped us tremendously with Compass Concierge. We are so thankful to have worked with him and highly recommend him to anyone!"
- Holly