WESTWARD REAL ESTATE

10837 Garden Ridge Ct, Davie, FL 33328

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John Pestalozzi Jr LLC
John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

REALTOR® / Buyer's Agent / Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (34 reviews)
About John
John Pestalozzi Jr. is the Founding Partner of Westward Real Estate and one of Tampa Bay’s most experienced and trusted real estate professionals. A Tampa native with more than 23 years of experience, John has successfully closed 800+ homes and surpassed $500M+ in career sales, consistently ranking among the top 2% of agents nationally. He serves clients throughout Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Westchase, Odessa, Lutz, and the surrounding communities. Known for his strong communication, strategic approach, and deep local knowledge, John provides a level of service that goes beyond the typical real estate experience. His approach is highly personalized, combining data driven pricing, modern marketing, and hands on guidance from the initial consultation through closing and beyond. Clients consistently value his responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex transactions with confidence. Unlike larger teams where clients are often passed between agents, John works directly with his clients every step of the way. He listens closely, communicates clearly, and advocates strongly to ensure his clients are positioned for success whether buying, selling, investing, or relocating to the Tampa Bay area. With extensive experience across a wide range of property types including new construction, waterfront homes, condominiums, and investment properties, John has become a trusted resource for both local clients and out of state buyers seeking expert guidance and a smooth, well managed process. A graduate of the University of Tampa and Jesuit High School, John is a lifelong resident of the area who brings both professional expertise and a genuine passion for helping clients find the right home and community. When he is not working with clients, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, volunteering with the Little League Challenger Division, and enjoying everything the Tampa Bay area has to offer. If you are looking for a real estate professional who combines proven results with a high level of service and local expertise, John Pestalozzi Jr. and Westward Real Estate are ready to guide you every step of the way.
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WESTWARD REAL ESTATE is a real estate office. They currently have 3 active property listings and 15 sold property listings over the past 12 months worth $12,265,000.

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34 reviewsacross 15 different locations, showing 6.
24 days ago
Best-in-Class Real Estate Experience

Working with John was truly an exceptional experience from start to finish. He recently helped sell my parents’ home, and I can say without hesitation that his professionalism and expertise are second to none. From the very beginning, he demonstrated an impressive depth of knowledge about the market and a clear mastery of the home-selling process. Every detail was handled with care and precision—nothing was overlooked. His thoroughness gave me complete confidence at every stage, and he consistently anticipated questions or challenges before they even arose. What stood out most was his meticulous approach. From preparing the home for listing to negotiating offers, everything was executed flawlessly. He communicated clearly, kept me informed, and made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. Beyond his technical expertise, John was simply wonderful to work with—patient, responsive, and genuinely invested in achieving the best possible outcome for our family. If you're looking for someone who is truly best-in-class, highly knowledgeable, and deeply committed to excellence, I cannot recommend him highly enough. Everything about the experience was, quite honestly, perfect. Thank you, John!

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

  5   (34 reviews)
4 months ago
Above and Beyond—The Realtor You Want on Your Side

We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor for our condo purchase in Redington Beach. John is truly amazing at what he does. From day one, he was always digging for information, asking the right questions, and making sure nothing slipped through the cracks. John’s diligence and meticulous attention to detail gave us so much confidence throughout the entire process. He went above and beyond to get clear answers, advocate for us, and ensure we were making a fully informed decision. Buying property can be stressful, but his professionalism, persistence, and thoroughness made it a smooth and positive experience. If you want a realtor who works incredibly hard and genuinely has your best interests at heart, look no further than John Pestalozzi. Highly recommend!

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

  5   (34 reviews)
4 months ago
Went above & beyond!

Me and my husband found out we had to move out of state for a career promotion, and we had less than 2 months to close on a home and move in. We only had 1 weekend to spare in between the holidays, so within a few days of talking, John had 2 days full of showings lined up and organized. He guided us to look at different areas/ neighborhoods of Tampa - giving us market knowledge along the way. He listened to our "must haves" but also helped us compromise to find the perfect home. The home we purchased had a few items that needed repair- with us being out of state it was hard to facilitate these estimates, etc. John went above and beyond to get those items done for us before and after the house transaction. We couldn't recommend him more! Very knowledgeable, not pushy, and made time for us/ worked with our schedules to get this done very quickly.

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

  5   (34 reviews)
5 months ago
John Pestalozzi is an Excellent realtor!

I have bought and sold many properties over my lifetime and without question John was the best . He’s very impressive and very personable. He knows the area, he knows the issues, and fixes everything . He had a solution ready for every problem that came up. I was SO lucky to get him as a referral . Really, there was just no comparison . I recently worked with John Pestalozzi to sell my beachfront condo in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, John was wonderful to work with—professional, calm, and always one step ahead. He handled every detail of the sale with real skill and intelligence. John clearly knows the local market, and he guided me through pricing, showings, negotiations, and closing with confidence and clarity. He was always available to answer questions, kept me informed throughout the process, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. Thanks to John, my condo sold quickly and the entire process was seamless. I highly recommend John Pestalozzi to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the Indian Rocks Beach area.

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

  5   (34 reviews)
5 months ago
My family has completed several transactions with John, both as buyers and sellers

My family has completed several transactions with John, both as buyers and sellers. His knowledge of the market, home buying process, and structural make up of a home, are unmatched. We felt confident each time he represented us, knowing we would end up with the best possible outcome with having an agent that would go above and beyond to advocate for us. He always made sure to take our needs into consideration and helped us weigh the pros and cons of each deal. He is incredibly responsive and kind, and I would never think of doing business with anyone else in the Tampa Bay area. We are eternally grateful for all he has done in helping us to find our forever home. You will not regret hiring him as an agent! We can't thank you enough, John.

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

  5   (34 reviews)
5 months ago
John Pestalozzi Jr has always done a great job!

John Pestalozzi Jr. has always done a great job for us. Relocating out of state twice brings it's own set of challenges. We have complete confidence in John, walking us through all the steps and having honest and considerate conversations with us as both sellers and buyers. John not only excels in his business, but also has the professional connections with other business to assist during all the aspects of home buying and selling process. I would absolutely recommend Westward Real Estate.

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

John Pestalozzi Jr LLC

  5   (34 reviews)
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Our properties

WESTWARD REAL ESTATE has 3 properties for sale and sold 15 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
$995,000
13095 Gulf Lane
Madeira Beach FL 33708
2
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of WESTWARD REAL ESTATE
SoldApr 17, 2026
$970,000
3632 Little Road
Lutz FL 33548
4
4
4
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of WESTWARD REAL ESTATE and SELECT PROPERTIES INC
Pending
$750,000
6114 Native Woods Drive
Citrus Park FL 33625
5
3
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of WESTWARD REAL ESTATE
SoldJan 28, 2026
$495,000
8403 Sandstone Court
Town 'n' Country FL 33615
4
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA CENTRAL and WESTWARD REAL ESTATE
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