Sabena Sarma's profile photo

Sabena Sarma

Broker Associate, MBA | DRE# 01376019

Specialties

• Residential
• Investment
• Trust & Probate
• Estates
• Relocation

Client Testimonials

Scroll down for more

★★★★★
"Top notch realtor! Working with Sabena was one of the best decisions we made when it came to selling our home and buying a new one. Were immediately impressed with her professionalism, knowledge of the area, and welcoming demeanor. She was incredibly easy to get in touch with. Always prompt, thorough, and comforting throughout. In the end, we ended up selling our home for $56k over ask! Beyond our expectations. And we found a beautiful new home which Sabena helped us thoroughly inspect, analyze, and negotiate before ultimately purchasing. We couldn't be happier with how it all turned out. Most importantly, we never felt pressured by Sabena to keep moving forward or make a certain decision during the process. It was very clear that Sabena only wanted what was best for us and what we felt the most comfortable with moving forward. It was really great to be taken care of in that way during such a stressful time. We HIGHLY recommend Sabena to anyone buying or selling a home! She is an absolute professional. Hands down. We will definitely work with her again in the future!" - Clay

★★★★★
"Sabena was absolutely amazing to work with. She's deeply knowledgeable about the market and process, keeping firm command over all the variables during the whirlwind that is home buying. It was a marvel to watch - nothing gets past her, and it all appears effortless. As well, she's a shrewd negotiator, expertly navigating each phase with judgment that gave us total confidence in her and the deal we were getting. With so many opportunities for things to go sideways when buying a house, she kept everything on track and clicking along smoothly. She's got great taste and instincts, and a large network of vendors to get your new purchase in top shape before you move in. And on top of all that, she's a super cool person! Very grateful she was in our corner for our first home purchase." - Bucky

★★★★★
"I am at a loss for words on Sabena Sarma's excellence as a real estate broker. She managed both a sale and a purchase for me and both were managed in an absolutely exquisite manner at a uniquely stressful time of my life. She is a deal maker extraordinaire, but she is also that rarest of things - a realist. And because of that, I am confident I was able to garner the best deal possible for my property and for my purchase and never felt blindsided. What is also so notable is that she can simultaneously negotiate the zone between being a deal maker and a diplomat. She has the difficult conversations but does so in a manner that is circumspect. Her follow through is IMPECCABLE - and she always kept things moving on all fronts and ensured I made all deadlines. She is also thorough, and reminded me of the kinds of inspections that sometimes people minimize, but can be so important. Finally, whereas most real estate agents only care about closing a sale - she took so much time to ensure I ended up in the RIGHT home for me, even when that prolonged the process for many more months. She understood mine and my family's needs and didn't let me get distracted from what mattered with regard to safety, structural integrity, long term investment, but ultimately honored my gut instincts. In that way, Sabena is a master teacher not just about buying a home but also in lending and even renovation. She has a varied wheelhouse and is a treasure trove of information, honesty, and is the type of real estate agent you will work with for a lifetime. I would never purchase or sell a home with anyone else." - Ramani



​​
About Sabena
A Southern California native, Sabena Sarma is a top-producing real estate advisor known for her strategic insight, expert negotiation skills, and client-first approach. She holds an MBA from the University of Southern California and a BA in Economics from the University of California, San Diego. 

Before transitioning into real estate, Sabena led high-performing sales teams at Fortune 500 companies and fast-growing Silicon Valley startups. This background instilled a data-driven, results-oriented mindset that she brings to every client and transaction. With over 15 years of experience, she previously owned and operated her own brokerage before joining Compass. 

Sabena is the founder of The Sarma Group, a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional results and a seamless, strategic client experience from start to finish. Built primarily on referrals and repeat clients, the team’s success is rooted in long-standing relationships and trust. The Sarma Group is ranked among the top 1.5% of teams nationwide by RealTrends. 

In addition to representing clients, Sabena is an active real estate investor who manages her own portfolio and completes renovation projects each year. This hands-on experience provides her with a unique perspective on value creation, design, and long-term investment strategy. 

Her approach blends institutional-level strategy with practical investment expertise, giving clients a distinct advantage in competitive markets and in building long-term wealth. Sabena is passionate about helping clients grow wealth through real estate—whether guiding first-time buyers, advising seasoned investors, or helping families build generational wealth.

She serves as a trusted thought partner, often collaborating with clients’ financial and tax advisors to align real estate decisions with broader wealth strategies. 

An empty nester, Sabena enjoys working on renovation projects, exploring new restaurants, and staying actively engaged in her community.

Sabena Sarma’s Transactions

Past Sales
a porch with seating space

$4,550,000

4
Bedrooms
3,129
Square Feet
0.56
Acres
a view of a entryway door of the house

$4,150,000

4
Bedrooms
3,429
Square Feet
0.56
Acres
front view of a house with a garden

$3,539,000

4
Bedrooms
2,970
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
an aerial view of multiple house

$3,080,000

3
Bedrooms
3,538
Square Feet
0.48
Acres
an aerial view of residential house with green space

$2,963,161

6
Bedrooms
5,098
Square Feet
0.67
Acres
$2,910,000 | 1435 Afton Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

$2,910,000

5
Bedrooms
3,236
Square Feet
0.71
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden and entryway

$2,843,875

4
Bedrooms
3,285
Square Feet
0.32
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$2,825,000

4
Bedrooms
3,975
Square Feet
0.30
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$2,800,000

4
Bedrooms
2,710
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$2,800,000 | 4361 Bel Air Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

$2,800,000

4
Bedrooms
2,710
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$2,788,000 | 400 Vaquero Road, Arcadia, CA 91007

$2,788,000

3
Bedrooms
2,700
Square Feet
0.40
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden

$2,750,000

5
Bedrooms
4,805
Square Feet
0.64
Acres
$2,750,000 | 1336 Sugar Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

$2,750,000

5
Bedrooms
4,805
Square Feet
0.64
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$2,687,000

4
Bedrooms
3,021
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$2,685,000 | 975 Regent Park Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

$2,685,000

5
Bedrooms
4,698
Square Feet
0.46
Acres
$2,600,000 | 381 Dalkeith Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90049

$2,600,000

3
Bedrooms
2,913
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$2,595,000 | 4351 Beulah Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

$2,595,000

3
Bedrooms
2,809
Square Feet
0.33
Acres
$2,573,000 | 602 Durwood Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

$2,573,000

3
Bedrooms
2,775
Square Feet
0.26
Acres
Past Rentals
aerial view of house with a garden

$10,000

2
Bedrooms
2,403
Square Feet
0.72
Acres
a open dining room with stainless steel appliances kitchen island granite countertop a table chairs and a refrigerator

$9,000

5
Bedrooms
1,881
Square Feet
0.25
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$7,600

5
Bedrooms
3,016
Square Feet
0.35
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden and porch

$6,000

3
Bedrooms
2,137
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
front view of house with a street

$6,000

4
Bedrooms
1,880
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
a view of a house with potted plants and a yard

$5,500

4
Bedrooms
2,605
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$4,500

3
Bedrooms
1,578
Square Feet
6.90
Acres
$4,400 | 477 South Euclid Avenue, Unit A, Pasadena, CA 91101

$4,400

2
Bedrooms
1,947
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
$4,295 | 75 West Walnut Street, Unit 434, Pasadena, CA 91103

$4,295

2
Bedrooms
1,370
Square Feet
a view of a house with a yard and plants

$4,000

3
Bedrooms
1,058
Square Feet
0.16
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$3,950

3
Bedrooms
1,578
Square Feet
6.90
Acres
$3,850 | 601 South El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106

$3,850

2
Bedrooms
1,431
Square Feet
0.28
Acres
$3,700 | 359 California Street, Arcadia, CA 91006

$3,700

3
Bedrooms
2,541
Square Feet
1.33
Acres
a living room with furniture and a large window

$3,700

2
Bedrooms
1,680
Square Feet
1.14
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$2,395

2
Bedrooms
900
Square Feet