Annie Clougherty Real Estate Agent

Annie Clougherty Real Estate Agent Annie Clougherty, founding agent at SERHANT. Orange County and a born-and-raised Newport Beach native. DRE # 01716801.

Over two decades and over $1 billion in career sales helping buyers and sellers across Newport Beach and coastal Orange County. Born & raised in Orange County on Balboa Island, Annie Clougherty has proven her real estate expertise with a rare level of local Newport Beach knowledge.

08/24/2026

Let’s talk roofs:

First off, flat roofs. They pool water, they hide leaks, and they age faster than most owners expect. Here’s what every flat roof owner should be checking right now.

Summer is the best time to have your roof looked at, and it isn’t because of the weather on your roof. It’s because of the roofer’s calendar. In August, he can actually get to you, take his time, and climb into your attic to look for daylight coming through. Daylight means water has a path in. In January, when it’s pouring and every phone in his office is ringing, nobody is crawling through your attic for a preventive look.

I just had both of my roofs inspected. The flat roof needed all the leaves cleared out of the drains, which is exactly the thing that turns a manageable roof into a pond. The pitched roof surprised me. Every ridge cap was starting to crack and show wear, so I’m having those replaced now instead of in the middle of a storm.

**What to check on a flat roof:**
- Drains and scuppers, completely clear
- Any standing water 48 hours after rain
- Seams and flashing around vents, skylights, and HVAC curbs
- Blisters, bubbles, or splits in the membrane
- Parapet walls and cap flashing
- Ceiling stains inside, especially at corners

**What to check on a pitched roof:**
- Ridge caps for cracking
- Missing, slipped, or broken tiles and shingles
- Flashing at chimneys, valleys, and wall transitions
- Attic interior for daylight, staining, or damp insulation

The last thing you want during a torrential storm is a leak in your house. The best time to look at it is when the weather is beautiful and the roofer has an open week.

If you haven’t had yours looked at in a while, message me and I’ll send you a great roofer.

Annie Clougherty
DRE # 01716801

It’s always an honor to represent my clients, but there’s something extra special about representing a home in my own ba...
08/20/2026

It’s always an honor to represent my clients, but there’s something extra special about representing a home in my own backyard. 🤍

3305 Clay Street is right here in my wonderful Newport Heights community, and I was so grateful to have the seller’s trust throughout the process. From fresh paint to thoughtful staging, we worked to get every detail picture-perfect and position the home for a successful sale.

The result? Sold 58% faster than the Newport Beach average.*

It’s also always a pleasure working with friends in the industry. Congratulations to Stephen Walsh, who represented the buyer, and to everyone involved in this special sale. Wishing the new owners many happy years in their new home by the beach!

3305 Clay Street | Newport Beach
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2,533 SF

Listed by 
SERHANT. DRE 01716801

*Based on average days on market for Newport Beach closed sales in July 2026, the most recent full month of data available at the time of sale.

08/18/2026

There is something about the kids going back to school that makes me look around my house and think, what happened here?

Moms, if the shoe pile by the door and the handprints down the stairwell are giving you a twitch, same. Three teenagers were home all summer, and my house has the receipts.

We spend August getting the kids ready for school. New shoes, backpacks, supplies, sports gear, schedules. They all have a list, so I’ve decided the house gets a back-to-school list too.

For me, this is the real reset of the year. I’m not sure who came up with “spring cleaning,” because spring is right before summer, when the kids are about to be home all day destroying everything you just cleaned. Fall cleaning makes more sense.

My list:
Touch up walls. Leftover paint for the obvious spots, Magic Eraser for the rest.
Wipe down doors, handles and light switches. Costco-size Clorox wipes earn their keep here.
Clean light fixtures. My extendable duster gets most, my window guy handles the rest.
Reset the kitchen. Cabinets, counters, refrigerator handles and wherever the spilled chocolate milk traveled.
Clean upholstery. Sofas, dining chairs and barstools, because teenagers apparently believe napkins are optional.
Purge closets. If nobody wore it in the last year, it probably doesn’t need the space.
Attack the entryway and shoe situation.
Wash windows and glass doors. Fingerprints, dog noses, whatever happened, it’s time to go.
Edit, donate and organize.

I follow some DIY accounts for the jobs I can handle myself. But I also know when to call in reinforcements.

I have organizers, upholstery cleaners, painters, window cleaners and handymen who can tackle the list you’ve been staring at for months. They’re basically on auto dial.

I spend my days walking through homes, and I believe our surroundings affect how we feel. I don’t need my house to be perfect. With three teenagers, that would be an exercise in disappointment. I just need it to feel calm, clean and somewhat under control.

Fall reset > spring cleaning. 🍂

If you’re local and need one of my people, ask me. Chances are, I have the person you need saved in my phone.

JUST LISTED | OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 11–2Come see 2043 N. Capella Court, tucked into one of Mesa Verde’s most desirable pocke...
08/08/2026

JUST LISTED | OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 11–2

Come see 2043 N. Capella Court, tucked into one of Mesa Verde’s most desirable pockets.

Offered at $2,195,000, this property presents a compelling opportunity when compared with recent neighborhood sales. Multiple homes offering less privacy, outdoor space and overall appeal have recently sold for more.

Set on an 8,800 square foot corner lot, this single-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,188 square feet of bright, open living. Its corner location brings in exceptional natural light, while the private gated entry and multiple outdoor spaces create a level of privacy that is increasingly hard to find.

Outside, a private pool and spa, lush landscaping and multiple areas for entertaining make the most of Southern California living.

📍 2043 N. Capella Court, Costa Mesa
💰 Offered at $2,195,000

OPEN SUNDAY, AUGUST 9th
11 AM–2 PM

Stop by and see even more of this wonderful property!!!
Our team will be there tomorrow. Come experience the property in person and see what sets it apart.

If I were buying in Newport Beach or Costa Mesa right now, these are the three homes I’d put at the top of my list and h...
08/07/2026

If I were buying in Newport Beach or Costa Mesa right now, these are the three homes I’d put at the top of my list and here’s why. 🏡 Swipe →

First off, St. James. is one of my favorite streets. A neighbor a few doors down just sold for $12.7 million, so that shows you what the location is worth. A lot of people will pass this by because of the construction with the new Shea Development in front, but I think that will be a mistake. The construction will add privacy to the location, be a noise barrier to Dover when complete and when those sell for over $2 million a piece as condos, you will be the smartest person for buying this piece of land with a 9100 square foot lot.

608 St James Pl, Newport Beach
5 Bd | 3.5 Ba | 3,506 Sq Ft | $4,699,000
Listed by Timothy Carr, Sotheby’s

Next, 2771 Bayshore. Well this is my old home, so I am partial to it, as I sold it to the current owner only a few years ago. The original design was by Lindsay Olson, with Lulu Designs and a few things have changed, but not much since we redid it in the height of COVID. Although we moved, my love for each piece picked out in this home. It comes with a view from the top of the Balboa Pavillion, walking distance to the Bayshore Beach and views of the Turning Basin. All of this makes this a perfect beach home, or permanent home for those looking in quintessential gated Bayshores.

2771 Bayshore, Newport Beach
4 Bd | 3 Ba | 2,605 Sq Ft | $7,995,000
Listed by AJ Olson Whitfield, Sotheby’s

Finally, 2611 Westminster. I love this part of Costa Mesa and if I were a new family looking, this would be on my list. This part of Costa Mesa has been on the upward trend for the past few years. It is near Fairway Drive, which is the best spot known in the entire city for your kids at Halloween to Trick or Treat, and also near Brentwood Park, with families all over the place. Having a cul-de-sac is an extra bonus and at a price under $3 million. Oh and close to Coffee Dose! Yes please.

2611 Westminster, Costa Mesa
4 Bd | 2 Ba | 2,004 Sq Ft | $2,795,000
Listed by Jason Hackney, Kase Real Estate

Nothing beats having an experienced agent that knows the ins and outs of the neighborhood you’re looking

08/04/2026

Maintenance is the single most important thing you can do for your home. When I see clients feeling overwhelmed, it is almost always because the small things never got handled. The little fixes, the maintenance, the touch ups. Put them off long enough and over the years they add up to huge expenses that feel impossible to face all at once.

Coastal homes are beautiful, but that salty air? Not so friendly. Your paint takes a beating on the coast, and your trim and fascia feel it first. This is exactly what a client asked me about this week: how often should you paint your trim?
My suggestion: touch up any spots every few years. Stay ahead of it and you keep the small things from ever becoming big ones. Luxury means caring for what you have built; and if you need a painter, let me know. I have so many recommendations depending on your job.

P.S. Stay to the end, Fergie decided to say hi. 🐶

Hiring an agent that is always closing makes all the difference ✨A few recent leases we’re proud to celebrate.The market...
07/29/2026

Hiring an agent that is always closing makes all the difference ✨

A few recent leases we’re proud to celebrate.

The market is always changing, but great homes with the right pricing, presentation, and strategy are still finding the right people.

Thinking about leasing your home or looking for your next one? My inbox is always open. 🏡


There are a lot of numbers in real estate... so every once in a while, it’s nice to see one that makes you stop and smil...
07/23/2026

There are a lot of numbers in real estate... so every once in a while, it’s nice to see one that makes you stop and smile.

I’m incredibly grateful to see the Annie Clougherty Team ranking as #3 in Sales Volume by Real Trends City Rankings. 🤍

And what means even more is what got us here: over $136.41 million closed last year… all one client, one conversation, and one relationship at a time.

To every client who continues to trust me with your biggest decisions, every friend who made an introduction, and every referral partner who sent someone my way, thank you. This business is built on relationships, and I never take that for granted. 🥂✨

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