Nicola Speranta

Nicola Speranta
Founder & President | Speranta Group Real Estate With more than 500 homes successfully sold and over 28 years of real estate experience, Nicola Speranta has established herself as one of Southern California's most respected real estate advisors. Known for her strategic negotiation, innovative marketing, and unwavering commitment to her clients, Nicola has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Greater Los Angeles.

Originally from New Zealand, Nicola launched her real estate career in the San Francisco Bay Area before bringing her expertise to Southern California, where she founded Speranta Group Real Estate. Today, she is recognized as a trusted advisor to homeowners, luxury buyers, investors, and families seeking a seamless and rewarding real estate experience.
Her consistent performance has earned national recognition among the industry's elite. Since 2020, Nicola has been recognized by RealTrends as one of the Top 1% of Real Estate Professionals in America. During her tenure with RE/MAX International, she ranked among the Top 100 Individual Sales Associates in the United States, earning the prestigious Titan Award for outstanding production. Most recently, she has been recognized among the Top 2% of Compass agents, reflecting her continued success in one of the nation's most competitive real estate brokerages.

Nicola's expertise extends well beyond traditional residential sales. She advises clients on luxury homes, historic properties, residential investments, income properties, 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, reverse exchanges, concurrent closings, and complex transactions requiring sophisticated planning and execution. Her ability to anticipate challenges, negotiate favorable outcomes, and protect her clients' interests has made her one of the region's most sought-after real estate professionals.

Every listing Nicola represents benefits from a comprehensive, customized marketing strategy designed to maximize exposure and achieve the highest possible value. Through professional photography, cinematic video, digital advertising, social media campaigns, targeted online marketing, and Compass' industry-leading technology platform, she creates compelling campaigns that showcase each property's unique story while attracting qualified buyers from across Southern California and beyond.

While her results speak for themselves, Nicola believes her greatest accomplishment is the lasting relationships she has built with her clients. Much of her business comes through referrals and repeat clients who value her honesty, responsiveness, market expertise, and unwavering dedication. She has earned hundreds of five-star reviews across Zillow, Yelp, and Trulia, reinforcing her reputation as a trusted advocate and skilled negotiator.

Outside of real estate, Nicola is equally passionate about serving her community. She is the Co-Founder and President of the Childhood Leukemia Society, supporting children and families affected by leukemia, and proudly contributes to numerous local schools, youth sports organizations, and charitable initiatives throughout the San Gabriel Valley. She lives in Monrovia with her husband and two children and remains deeply committed to strengthening the community she has called home for more than two decades.

Professional Expertise    

    •    Luxury and Residential Real Estate
    •    Investment and Income Properties
    •    1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges
    •    Reverse 1031 Exchanges
    •    Concurrent Closings
    •    Strategic Pricing & Negotiation
    •    Relocation Services
    •    Historic & Character Homes

Career Highlights     

    •    500+ Homes Sold
    •    Top 1% of America's Real Estate Professionals — RealTrends (2020–Present)
    •    Top 100 Individual Sales Associates — RE/MAX International
    •    Top 2% of Compass Agents (using the official recognition language provided by Compass)
    •    RE/MAX Titan Award Recipient
    •    Coldwell Banker Global Award Recipient
    •    Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
Professional Affiliations
    •    Arcadia Association of REALTORS®
    •    California Association of REALTORS®
    •    National Association of REALTORS®

Speranta Group Real Estate At Speranta Group Real Estate, we believe buying or selling a home is one of life's most important decisions—and our mission is to make that experience exceptional.
Our boutique approach combines personalized service with the marketing power and global reach of Compass. Every client benefits from expert guidance, strategic pricing, luxury marketing, professional photography and video, targeted digital advertising, skilled negotiation, and a trusted network of lending, escrow, title, and design professionals.
Whether you're purchasing your first home, selling a luxury estate, expanding your investment portfolio, or relocating, we are committed to delivering a seamless experience, exceptional communication, and results that exceed expectations.
Exceptional representation. Proven results. Relationships that last a lifetime.