As an agent who's an expert in this local area, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. I am eager to serve you. Here are some of the things I can do for you:

Find Your Next Home 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    You need someone who knows this area inside and out! I can work with you to find the right home at the right price for you, including all the neighborhood amenities that matter - not to mention the essential criteria you have for your ideal home

Sell Your Home               

                                                                                                                                                                                                                   When it's time to move, you need someone who will advertise your home, show to prospective buyers, negotiate the purchase contract, arrange financing, oversee the inspections, handle all necessary paperwork and supervise the closing. I can take care of everything you need, from start to close.

Consult on Home Selling Tactics        

                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Oftentimes buyers don't visualize living in your home the way you do. I can make your home attractive to its ideal audience - which can help you get top dollar. Things like staging the home, making repairs or minor improvements, or even simply painting the walls can be the difference between a home resting on the market and one that's sold fast.

Our Commercial Property Division is focused on assisting our clients find the right investment property, for the right terms and at the best price.

Coleen's Bio

Coleen Brennan...
Ranked for 26 years in the Top 1% of a Nationally known company...and 215th in the entire USA for 2012...! ... has now joined THE Global network of Engel & Voelkers....

 As a seasoned agent with an established track record Coleen attributes her success to long hours, hard work and a dedicated team of professionals. Combined, they bring numerous years of finely honed business experience to insure success in your real estate transaction.

Commercial Property Division

Our Commercial Property Division is focused on assisting our clients find the right investment property, for the right terms and at the best price. My investment portfolio manager is here to do just that !

A graduate of Boston University with a Master’s Degree in Education, she began her professional career working with autistic children. After marrying her husband Dave, she was introduced to the challenge and allure of the business world through his successful Rocky Mountain-based sports marketing business. Coleen added to that organization with a new division and client base of sports apparel and accessories. Those efforts succeeded adding substantially to the company’s bottom line.

Ready for a new challenge, Coleen moved to California in the early 80's and entered the Real Estate Business with her running shoes on. As an associate and understudy to one of the most successful agents in the Newport area she gained the knowledge and experience needed to compete on her own in the high-end market.

Among Coleen's business accomplishments is her consistent placement in the top 1% of agents in the nationwide network of agents. She has ranked #1 in her office for the past 26 years...and ranked 215 in the entire USA for 2012. In addition she has numerous awards and recognitions as a member of the Chairman's Circle Platinum level and has been designated as a Luxury Property Specialist. But the most rewarding aspect of her business life has been the many satisfied buyers and sellers she's had the opportunity to work with, many she counts among her friends. 

Waterfront Specialist.  Coleen Brennan built her dream home on the bay and understands the needs and special considerations waterfront living demands.  She learned to sail on the East Coast. She and her husband, Dave have raced everything from “Beer Can Races” to the local infamous “Newport to Ensenada Race”. They have even won  every major regatta in Southern California.  After owning eleven sailboats Coleen got to the pick the next one and settled on a Grand Banks.  It was the perfect boat for Newport.  She took her clients to the Newport Harbor Christmas Boat Parades, harbor tours and waterfront restaurants.  “Living on the water is so very special and has so much to offer” states Brennan.

Coleen, a 35 year veteran specializes in Oceanfront and Bayfront homes as she truly understands first hand why a waterfront property is unique. She can explain to a buyer the significance of tidal surge, tidal cleaning, sun orientation, harbor rules, the effects of salt water and moisture.  She can also advise you on how to protect you property from the elements and even how to get your yacht registered  

Personal interests and accomplishments include earning a pilot's license and flying her own plane from coast to coast, captaining her Grand Banks 36 "KOKUA" (Hawiian for Helping Others) around the Southern California waters, and she's been known to play a strong game of golf. The trout in Yellowstone also run for cover when she has a fly rod in her hand! 

Staying physically and mentally fit help her to maintain a high energy level in order to get the most out of each day,  attributes she credits to keeping her top producing disposition. On most mornings you'll see her running around  Balboa Island getting ready for the challenges of the day ahead, often with cell phone in hand setting up  appointments and coordinating with her team.