Inhabit Collective Real Estate

Inhabit Collective Real Estate Locally owned, design-forward real estate brokerage serving San Clemente, Dana Point, SJC & all of Coastal Orange County. We are not a big box brokerage.

Inhabit Real Estate was founded on a simple but powerful idea: the experience of buying or selling a home should feel as thoughtfully designed as the home itself. We’re a locally owned, independent collective based in San Clemente—built by people who live here, give back here, and plan to stay. Our roots run deep, and so does our responsibility—to our clients, our agents, and the community we call

home. We are boutique by choice. Design-forward by nature. Service-led by values. Our agents are supported, not pressured. Empowered to grow their business authentically, they’re backed by structure—not scripts. Whether focused on one neighborhood or spanning multiple markets, they’re equipped with the tools, marketing, and mentorship to thrive with integrity. We believe in hands-on guidance, local expertise, and relationships over transactions. Our marketing is elevated. Our service is personalized. Our culture is collaborative. We reinvest 1% of all profits back into the San Clemente community—supporting local nonprofits, schools, and small businesses that make this place special. Our headquarters sits on North El Camino Real in the historic office that once housed San Clemente Real Estate—the brokerage where our story began decades ago. Today, Inhabit carries that legacy forward with care, craft, and deep local knowledge. This is Inhabit. All in, always.

New to market: a light-filled coastal retreat within San Clemente’s gated Summer Place community, where updated interior...
06/19/2026

New to market: a light-filled coastal retreat within San Clemente’s gated Summer Place community, where updated interiors, resort-style amenities, and a location west of the freeway create an effortless connection to everyday life by the coast. Spanning approximately 1,651 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home blends thoughtful updates with a bright, beach-inspired aesthetic and easy access to beaches, dining, shopping, parks, and recreation.⁠
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Light coastal wood-look luxury vinyl flooring brings warmth and continuity throughout the main living areas, while large windows create an airy and inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features crisp white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and an open flow to the living and dining spaces, creating an inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining.⁠
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Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private retreat complete with a walk-in closet, additional storage closet, and a generous balcony for enjoying coastal breezes. Secondary bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office, while an attached garage with direct access adds everyday convenience.⁠
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Outdoor spaces invite relaxation, whether enjoying a quiet morning coffee or gathering with friends. Residents of Summer Place enjoy access to a heated pool and spa, tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, along with expansive greenbelts woven throughout the community.⁠
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490 Plaza Estival, San Clemente | $1,039,000⁠
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Listed by Shauna McCoy / Orange County Realtor & McCoy Hursh/ Orange County Realtor⁠
Inhabit Collective | DRE 02151071⁠
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New to market: a thoughtfully remodeled residence within San Clemente’s Ocean Fairways community, where golf course vist...
06/19/2026

New to market: a thoughtfully remodeled residence within San Clemente’s Ocean Fairways community, where golf course vistas, ocean views, and elevated coastal design come together in a setting that feels both relaxed and refined. Spanning approximately 1,327 square feet, the home blends modern updates with an effortless connection to the coastal lifestyle.⁠
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Wide-plank flooring, recessed lighting, and a beautifully remodeled fireplace create warmth and continuity throughout the main living spaces. The fully renovated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, a herringbone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and an oversized island that anchors the open-concept layout.⁠
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The spacious living area opens to a private balcony overlooking the adjacent fairways with glimpses of the Pacific beyond, creating an inviting backdrop for morning coffee or evening sunsets. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a remodeled bath, while the additional bedroom and office/flex space provide versatility for guests, remote work, fitness, or creative pursuits.⁠
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Residents enjoy gated access along with community amenities including a pool, tennis court, and recreation room. Ideally located near local shops, dining, beaches, and coastal recreation, this home offers a rare blend of comfort, convenience, and ocean-close living.⁠
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2501 S El Camino Real #217, San Clemente | $850,000⁠
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Listed by Sydney Kohler Allen⁠
Inhabit Collective | DRE 02100957⁠
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𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝.⁠⁠When the time came for this long-time Beach Road resident to sell one of his two o...
06/18/2026

𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝.⁠
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When the time came for this long-time Beach Road resident to sell one of his two oceanfront homes, he turned to Doug Echelberger for guidance in navigating the sale of a truly unique property. With an oversized footprint, additional parking, and a coveted location directly on the sand, the home offered qualities rarely found along Beach Road.⁠
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Oceanfront properties often require a highly targeted approach. After thoughtfully vetting numerous showings and conversations, Doug identified the right opportunity through Brandon Goethals, whose client had been searching for the ideal family beach house.⁠
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From there, the transaction required the careful coordination, communication, and problem-solving that often accompany beachfront sales. Working collaboratively throughout escrow, both sides remained focused on creating a successful outcome for their clients.⁠
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The result was a smooth closing, a meaningful transition for the seller, and an exciting new chapter for a family who now gets to call Beach Road home.⁠
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📍35661 Beach Road, Capistrano Beach | $4,160,000⁠
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Seller represented by Douglas Echelberger⁠
Echelberger Group | DRE 01176379⁠
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Just sold 🔑✨⁠⁠What a smooth journey this has been! Congratulations to our amazing first-time homebuyers on officially c...
06/18/2026

Just sold 🔑✨⁠
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What a smooth journey this has been! Congratulations to our amazing first-time homebuyers on officially closing on their beautiful new construction home. 🏡🤍⁠
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These two are the definition of making smart decisions for their future. Instead of continuing to rent, they chose to invest in building equity and we made sure they got the absolute most value possible.⁠
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Not only did we negotiate one of the most competitive prices offered by the builder, but we also secured epoxy garage floors and a full package of brand-new appliances that were originally not included. It’s proof that having the right representation can make all the difference.⁠
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Watching young couples make intentional financial decisions that will benefit them for years to come is one of the best parts of what we do. We couldn’t be happier for you both as you begin this new chapter! ⁠
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Congratulations and welcome home! 🔑 🏠 ⁠
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⁠📍127 Chaparral #10, Tustin | $847,000⁠
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Shauna McCoy⁠
DRE #02151071⁠
Inhabit Collective⁠
[email protected]⁠
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McCoy Hursh⁠
DRE #02440151⁠
Inhabit Collective⁠
[email protected]⁠
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06/17/2026

Marketing support means different things to different agents.⁠
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For some, it’s strategy.⁠
For others, it’s creativity.⁠
For all of them, it’s having a team behind the work.⁠
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A few perspectives from the people who experience it every day.

Celebrating Carissa ❤️⁠⁠Ten years ago, you walked through the door of what would become Inhabit Collective, and you neve...
06/09/2026

Celebrating Carissa ❤️⁠
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Ten years ago, you walked through the door of what would become Inhabit Collective, and you never looked back.⁠
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What you have helped build here, the systems, the culture, the trust, cannot be measured on a performance review. It shows up every single day this office runs the way it should.⁠
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You are the reason we can walk out the door and know everything is in good hands. That is not a small thing. That is everything.⁠
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For ten years, you have spent your time taking care of everyone else.⁠ Now it’s your turn.⁠
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Santa Barbara is waiting. So are Michelin-star dinners, wine and tapas, a little Rainbow Kitten Surprise, a beautiful hotel, and a long weekend with your fiancé where the only thing on your to-do list is to relax.⁠
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We’ve got Harper Rose covered.⁠
All you have to do is show up.⁠
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With love and gratitude,⁠
Doug & Tracy

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San Clemente, CA
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