Justin Sawai

Justin Sawai

REALTOR® at Compass member of Steve and Justin Sawai Team
Salesperson: 01972681
  •   5   (14 reviews)

Justin's sales performance at a glance

See how Justin has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

5
Reviews
3
Properties for sale
13
Sold properties
$1.5m
Average sale price
$20.3m
Total sales value

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About Justin

Justin Sawai has experience in renovating, remodeling and re-selling residential properties to increase their appeal and market value. Among his many business skills are market analysis and residential development. However, for Justin, real estate service goes beyond the transaction; it's about the relationships that he builds in the process. He finds residential real estate especially rewarding and is gratified by helping people find their dream homes or starter properties that can help them achieve their goals. Justin says, "Residential real estate is personal. There are so many decisions that an individual must make about the community, school system, and whether a neighborhood fits a person's interests, needs, and lifestyle. It's my role to guide them through the process, listening to their needs and ensuring complete satisfaction." A lifelong resident of Los Angeles, Justin grew up in the Pacific Palisades, and he now resides in Santa Monica with his wife, Chelsea, their son Rowen, and their dog, Zuma. Naturally, Justin’s interest in real estate was piqued at an early age. He grew up with a realtor father, and his mother worked on the design side of the business. His work experience includes positions with CBRE, Caruso Affiliated, and Holtz Construction. With a background in Urban Studies, he has a unique understanding of the Southern California market and the aesthetics of neighborhoods. "From a 1920s bungalow to a modern mansion, they all have character and an emotional component for different people to connect with," he adds. A graduate of Loyola Marymount University with a bachelor's degree in Urban Studies, Justin is the product of local schools, including Paul Revere and Palisades High. When he's not working, he enjoys the outdoors: surfing, diving, mountain climbing, running, and cycling. Also a self-described "foodie," Justin loves to explore the diverse restaurants, neighborhoods, and cultures of Los Angeles. He is a proud volunteer with the Surfrider Foundation Blue Water Task Force and member of the Rapha Cycling Club.

Justin's reviews

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Justin has 14 reviewsacross 11 different locations, showing 6.
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Justin's qualities as told by our client reviews: great negotiation, responsive, local expert.
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Buyer review
Excellent Experience
5 days ago
Excellent Experience

Working with Justin Sawai was an outstanding experience from start to finish. He was patient, communicative, and incredibly attentive throughout the entire process. He consistently brought us new properties to consider, stayed proactive at every stage, and always made himself available to answer questions or walk through details. He's also VERY well-connected to all the ancillary services you may need (mortgage, inspection, etc.) and his recommended service providers were also top-notch. What stood out most was his attention to detail and negotiation skill. He approached every aspect of the transaction thoughtfully and strategically, helping us navigate challenges while always advocating for our best interests. We genuinely felt supported and well-represented throughout the process and are thrilled with the result. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, hardworking, and trustworthy realtor.

Seller review
Highly Knowledgeable and Competent Real Estate Agent
6 months ago
Highly Knowledgeable and Competent Real Estate Agent

Justin was an absolute pleasure to work with during the sale of our family home, which was held in a trust. I am one of the trustees, and the process came with more than its fair share of setbacks and complications. Despite this, Justin stayed patient, proactive, and incredibly dedicated every step of the way. He guided us through each challenge, kept communication clear, and ultimately sold the property for top dollar. We couldn’t have asked for a more knowledgeable or committed agent during such an emotional and complex transaction. I highly recommend Justin to friends and family.

Buyer review
Outstanding knowledge, communication, focus and professionalism.
7 months ago
Outstanding knowledge, communication, focus and professionalism.

Justin is a terrific agent. He represented us as buyers, and from the beginning of the process through the closing, he was tenacious, communicative/responsive, and deeply knowledgable about the area (Westside LA). He flagged many promising properties and clearly understood our feedback when we noted what we liked and didn't like. When we ultimately identified a property we wanted to make an offer on, he was fast and aggressive and a talented negotiator. Can't recommend Justin highly enough!

Buyer review
Top Real Estate Agent
9 months ago
Top Real Estate Agent

Justin and Steve Sawaii were amazing to work with. They provide excellent service and always handled every situation expertly and efficiently.

Seller review
Justin Sawaii and team were wonderful!
over 2 years ago
Justin Sawaii and team were wonderful!

I recently bought my first home - it felt huge and scary! But Justin and team were so kind and helpful. They were always a text or phone call away and answered my many many MANY questions with sincere kindness & thoughtfulness. More than just how lovely and wonderful they were to work with (which I couldn't say enough kind things!), they were incredibly knowledgable about the real estate market ALL OVER LA (and I searched ALL OVER LA). I felt like in the negotiations, they were tough and really fought on my behalf and also gave me really wonderful guidance when things seemed tricky or confusing. Whenever it's my time to buy another home - Justin and team ARE the team! If you're looking for a realtor that you can trust like family - this is the team!

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Justin's properties

Justin has 3 properties for sale and sold 13 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldApr 27, 2026
$2,275,000
1141 Villa View Drive
Los Angeles CA 90272
Land
Listing courtesy of Compass and Coldwell Banker Realty
SoldApr 17, 2026
$922,500
5/1809 Overland Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90025
2
3
2
Condo
Listing courtesy of KW Westside Estates and Compass
For Sale
$495,000
1/1334 South Carmelina Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90025
2
2
1
Condo
Listing courtesy of Compass
SoldMar 4, 2026
$1,375,000
1757 Wellesley Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90025
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Compass and Keller Williams Realty Ntustin
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Justin's sold properties

Justin has sold 13 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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1141 Villa View Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90272
1141 Villa View Drive
Los Angeles CA 90272
Land$2,275,000Apr 27, 2026
5/1809 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90025
5/1809 Overland Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90025
2
3
2
Condo$922,500Apr 17, 2026
1757 Wellesley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90025
1757 Wellesley Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90025
3
2
Single-Family$1,375,000Mar 4, 2026
411/8455 Fountain Avenue, West Hollywood, CA, 90069
411/8455 Fountain Avenue
West Hollywood CA 90069
2
2
2
Condo$995,000Jan 28, 2026

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