Patty Contreras distinguishes herself in real estate because she provides her clients with unparalleled professional service and manages all aspects of each transaction with purpose, passion and a plan. She has a proven track record in every subdivision of San Diego’s idyllic Carmel Valley and makes sure that her clients “always come first.”
Patty’s impressive resume, with more than 25 years of experience in the real estate industry, gives her a competitive edge that serves her clients well. She specializes in residential properties including detached homes, condominiums, income properties and coastal land. She devotes exceptional attention to skilled negotiations, knowledgeable analysis of property values, and market trends. She loves working in Carmel Valley, where she and her family have lived for 20 years. With her three children all successful graduates of the local public schools, she is extremely well versed in the school system. Patty appreciates that “people come to Carmel Valley for the exceptional public schools, with the top districts in the state.” She has worked with clients from all over the world who have chosen to make Carmel Valley their home. “Not only do we have our schools and beautiful community, there’s the added bonus that the sandy beaches of the Pacific Ocean are a just bike-ride away.” In many ways, Patty’s approach to real estate is like the community itself -- personal, professional, and playful. Over the years, Patty has been involved in every aspect of real estate in Southern California from personal buyer to investor to seller. As a result, her clients receive efficient, well-organized and results-driven service. As a resident of Carmel Valley, Patty is very involved in the local community. She is a strong advocate in the Neighborhood 10 Homeowners’ Association, and is a member of Dollars for Scholars at Canyon Crest Academy. Patty recently established the “Dream Fund” with Dollars for Scholars to provide a recurring, four-year college scholarship to graduating seniors at Canyon Crest. She actively seeks opportunities to “give back” to her community. Patty’s involvement in the community allows her to be at the forefront of the local real estate industry, staying ahead of the trends and anticipating the next great thing. She also specializes in different and very unique neighborhoods within all of Carmel Valley, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Santaluz, and La Jolla. Her marketing strategies add significant value to the services she provides. When Patty lists a property, she puts the full weight of today’s cutting edge practices behind the sale.
“I personally believe that as a wife and mother, with a career I am absolutely passionate about, I have a special perspective when it comes time to connecting with my clients and their specific needs – I know what my clients are going through!”
Patty is a graduate of the University of Southern California with a degree in International Relations and Business. She is the mother of three young adults who are attending the nation’s top colleges and universities. She is of Argentinian descent and speaks fluent Spanish.
