Sabina Sells Homes

09/13/2026

How is coastal erosion affecting San Clemente real estate—and should buyers be concerned?

San Clemente’s beaches and coastal bluffs naturally change over time. Waves remove sand, while storms and runoff can wear away slopes and weaken bluff areas.

Homes directly on the beach, along a bluff, or near a coastal slope may require more investigation than homes farther inland—even when both have ocean views.

For a buyer, that could mean reviewing geological reports, drainage and slope repairs, coastal permits, insurance options, and any seawall or bluff-maintenance responsibilities. In a condominium community, it’s also important to determine whether those responsibilities belong to the homeowner or the HOA.

Does coastal erosion automatically reduce a home’s value? No. Coastal homes remain highly desirable and often command a premium.

However, a documented geological concern, uncertain repair costs, or difficulty obtaining insurance or financing could affect negotiations, the number of future buyers, and resale value.

The goal is to understand the specific property before making an offer—not make assumptions based only on its distance from the ocean.

Considering a move to San Clemente? Comment MOVE and I’ll send you my San Clemente Relocation Guide.

09/09/2026

Here’s what working with me actually looks like: we start with your life before we start with listings. I want to understand your commute, daily routine, budget, priorities, and how you want to live in South Orange County so the search is built around what will actually work for you—not just what looks good online.

Two buyers with the same budget can need completely different areas. One may care most about easier freeway access and newer construction. Another may prioritize walkability, architectural character, beach access, or being able to get to coffee and dinner without getting in the car. Those lifestyle decisions help narrow the search before bedroom count ever does.

Then we build a realistic financial plan. Purchase price is only part of the picture. Property taxes, HOA dues, insurance, maintenance, and—where applicable—Mello-Roos can meaningfully change the monthly cost of a home. I want you to understand those expenses early so we search within a range that feels comfortable after closing, not just one that works on paper.

Before we compare homes, I want you to understand the areas. San Clemente, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, and Laguna Beach may be close geographically, but the housing, terrain, access, and day-to-day experience can be very different. My job isn’t to push you toward one community. It’s to help you understand the tradeoffs clearly so we can focus on the places that make the most sense for you.

If you’re searching from out of the area, virtual touring should give you context—not just pretty footage. I’ll show you the street, neighboring properties, incline, natural light, room flow, visible condition, and traffic or ambient noise so you can understand what the home actually feels like before deciding whether it deserves an in-person visit.

When it’s time to write an offer, the goal is to be competitive without taking unnecessary risks. Price matters, but so do financing strength, lender communication, contingency periods, deposit, timing, and flexibility. I’ll walk you through the options and help put together a clean offer that makes sense for both the property and your comfort level.

Not quite ready to schedule a conversation?

08/09/2026

JUST CLOSED | Laguna Hills 🏡

This one felt especially good.

My buyer and I spent nearly a year searching for his first home in Orange County. We toured a lot of homes and submitted several offers along the way, but finding a 4-bedroom home in South Orange County for under $1.35M with no HOA put us in a very competitive part of the market.

On some of the homes we pursued, we were competing against 20+ offers.

So when this one came along—a beautiful home with four bedrooms, a private backyard and pool, and no HOA—we knew it was worth going after.

We weren’t looking for just any house—we were looking for the one that felt right. And this beautiful home in Laguna Hills was it.

If you’re thinking about buying, don’t settle just because you’re tired of looking. Sometimes the right home takes a little longer to find.

08/06/2023

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams ✨

04/22/2023

Taking it all in 🌱☀️

02/23/2023

The difference between those who make it is that they never give up..

They make the unshakable decision that no matter what happens, they’re not gonna quit. Focus on consistency and discipline and success will follow.

I finally took my state brokers exam yesterday — and I passed!! 🙌🏼🏋️‍♀️🤓

Excited for what the next chapter brings ✨

02/02/2023

The OC housing market is seeing some sunshine and I’m excited ☀️ 🙌🏼

Interest rate drops and nice weather have homebuyers out to shop, and although inventory is still low, activity is picking up 📈

📲 Hit me up if you’re in the market to buy, sell or lease! Let’s go see some properties 🔍🏡

01/24/2023

11/25/2022

Come visit me this Saturday 11/26 from 1pm - 4pm

Located off the 91fwy at Imperial Hwy.

📲 DM for a private showing

This 1,232 sqft single story home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac and has been recently renovated with all the comforts of modern living.

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
Listed at $949,900

Property details link in bio 🔗

Co-listed w Medi Hashemi DRE 01857788