Matthew Sorensen

Matthew Sorensen

Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker Realty
CAR: 01293787
  •   5   (39 reviews)

Matthew's sales performance at a glance

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

16
Reviews
7
Properties for sale
19
Sold properties
$1.5m
Average sale price
$29.8m
Total sales value

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    Recognized for being in the Top 20% for customer satisfaction.

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  • County Top 5San Diego County
  • City WinnerCarlsbad

About Matthew

With over two decades of experience as a licensed Real Estate Agent since 2000, my journey in real estate began with a passion for buying fixer-uppers and rental properties. As my expertise evolved, so did my commitment to assisting friends and family in their real estate endeavors, ultimately paving the way for a career dedicated to helping others buy and sell homes. I approach every transaction with a deep sense of pride, ensuring that my clients are not only well-informed but also confident and satisfied throughout the entire process. Recognizing the inherent stress and challenges that come with home buying and selling, particularly for families, I specialize in alleviating the burdens and making the journey straightforward and seamless. Your satisfaction is my priority, and I am committed to simplifying the real estate experience for you. Allow me to guide you through the process and make your next home purchase or sale a smooth and successful endeavor.

Matthew's reviews

  5  
Matthew has 39 reviewsacross 21 different locations, showing 6.
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Matthew's qualities as told by our client reviews: great negotiation, well-prepared, clear communication.
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Seller review
Matt held our hand every step of the way, guiding us calmly through a challenging home sale
27 days ago
Matt held our hand every step of the way, guiding us calmly through a challenging home sale

We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor to guide us through the sale of our home. From the beginning, his knowledge of the local market was spot on. He developed the right strategy, positioned the house well, and we only needed one weekend of showings before receiving multiple offers—including the buyers who ultimately purchased our home. What impressed me even more, though, was his communication and ability to navigate a very difficult and complicated situation. He has an incredible ability to read people, communicate effectively, and know when to push, when to give someone space, and how to keep everyone moving toward the same goal. There were moments during the process when I felt completely powerless to keep things on track, and he somehow always knew how to step in, lower the temperature, and move us forward. He also took a genuine personal interest in what we were going through. He wasn't simply trying to close a transaction—he cared about getting us through the process and was a calm, steady, guiding voice during a turbulent time. Selling a home is stressful under the best of circumstances. Our situation was anything but ordinary, and I honestly don't know how smoothly we would have gotten through it without him. His market knowledge was excellent, but his communication skills, patience, professionalism, and ability to manage people are what truly set him apart. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for a realtor, especially if you want someone who understands that successfully selling a home is about much more than just knowing the market.

Buyer review
    Resourceful, Connected, and Truly Outstanding
29 days ago
Resourceful, Connected, and Truly Outstanding

I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Matthew. From beginning to end, he was absolutely exceptional and exceeded every expectation I had for a real estate agent. The house I was buying was a complicated transaction with a number of issues that came up along the way, and this is where Matthew really showed his value. Instead of simply identifying problems and leaving me to figure them out, he immediately went into action. He tapped into his network of trusted plumbers, termite professionals, inspectors, contractors, and other specialists to get me answers quickly and help me understand what needed to be addressed. He coordinated with everyone, followed up, and made an overwhelming process feel manageable. Matthew was equally incredible on the financial side. He worked closely with my mortgage broker to explore creative financing options and help structure the deal in a way that worked for me. He collaborated with everyone involved and stayed engaged in every aspect of the transaction. What impressed me most was that Matthew never treated anything as “not his job.” He took ownership, made calls, found solutions, and kept things moving. There were many times throughout the process when I thought, “I honestly don’t know how I would be navigating this without him.” He was knowledgeable, responsive, proactive, patient, and an incredible advocate for me from start to finish. I always felt that my best interests came first. I ended up with a home I absolutely love, and I genuinely believe the experience would have been dramatically more difficult without Matthew. I would recommend him to my closest friends and family without hesitation. Five stars truly doesn’t feel like enough. If you want an agent who is experienced, connected, resourceful, and completely committed to his clients, Matthew is the one.

Seller review
Excellent at explaining,Awesome to deal with
about 1 month ago
Excellent at explaining,Awesome to deal with

Matt is a professional realtor and so helpful with explaining the process and what expectations will happen. Every step of the way he kept the sale rolling. Estate sale, cleaning up ,open house, flooring and painting scheduled, inspections and getting that work completed and the list goes on and on. He is very knowledgeable about what he is doing. Helpful at explaining. Passionate with getting the job done in a timely manner. Communication is another highlight. I was out of the area and Matt kept me in the loop. Even took photos of work getting done. ABOVE AND BEYOND 120%. Thank you MATT for all your professional experience in getting this home sold!!!

Buyer review
Best realtor in SoCal
about 1 month ago
Best realtor in SoCal

We could not recommend Matt more highly. From the very beginning of our home purchase and sale in Carlsbad to home search in Laguna Hills through final closing, he was an exceptional partner and advocate for our family. We have worked with Matt for several years now, and what always stands out most is his combination of deep knowledge of the Southern CA market, responsiveness, sound judgment, and ability to negotiate effectively on our behalf. He takes the time to understand exactly what we are looking for and is never interested in simply getting us into a house. He genuinely wants to make sure we find the right home and make a smart decision. When we found the home we wanted, Matt was outstanding throughout the negotiation and due diligence process. He helped us navigate every issue thoughtfully, knew when to push and when to be strategic, and negotiated an outcome that significantly exceeded our expectations. At every stage, we felt that he was protecting our interests rather than simply trying to get the transaction closed. Just as importantly, Matt has always been incredibly accessible and proactive. Buying a home can be stressful, particularly when there are a lot of moving pieces, but he was always available to answer questions (24/7), provide perspective, coordinate with the various parties involved, and keep things moving forward. His professionalism and attention to detail gave us tremendous confidence throughout the process. He would regularly make multiple hour trips through traffic to meet with us in person. We've worked with other real estate professionals over the years, and Matt truly distinguishes himself. He is knowledgeable, trustworthy, strategic, responsive, and an excellent negotiator. We WILL work with him again without hesitation and would enthusiastically recommend him to anyone buying or selling a home in San Diego and/or Orange County.

Seller review
Expert guidance from an experienced and well connected agent
about 1 month ago
Expert guidance from an experienced and well connected agent

Matt guided me through the entire home-selling process with expert advice and an extensive network of trusted professionals. From painting and landscaping to staging and preparing the home for market, he helped us make the right decisions to maximize both its appeal and value. His experience and guidance ultimately helped us sell our home quickly and for the best possible price. I would highly recommend Matt to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, responsive, and experienced real estate professional.

Buyer review
Fantastic realtor, highly recommend
about 1 month ago
Fantastic realtor, highly recommend

Matt is an absolute gem! He guided us through the buying process with such care, kindness and fantastic negotiation skills. Matt would always be available and patient with all of our questions, from the very first conversation to closing and even beyond that. You can tell he really cares for his clients! We had some unexpected things come up during the process, and Matt handled them all with such attentiveness and professionalism. In addition, he also has a great network of contractors that we enjoyed working with. We couldn't be happier, we'd give him 10 stars if we could!

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Matthew's properties

Matthew has 7 properties for sale and sold 19 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
$2,000,000
11274 Breckenridge Way
San Diego CA 92131
5
4
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
For Sale
$1,050,000
1773 Green Briar Circle
Fallbrook CA 92028
4
3
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
For Sale
$1,799,000
1844 Sheridan Way
San Marcos CA 92078
5
5
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
For Sale
$1,697,500
1638 Landquist Drive
Encinitas CA 92024
4
3
4
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
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Matthew's sold properties

Matthew has sold 19 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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26942 Willow Tree Lane, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
26942 Willow Tree Lane
Laguna Hills CA 92653
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Single-Family$2,300,000Aug 14, 2026
116 Silvercreek Drive, Santee, CA, 92071
116 Silvercreek Drive
Santee CA 92071
3
3
2
Single-Family$885,000Aug 10, 2026
667 Crescent Lane, Vista, CA, 92084
667 Crescent Lane
Vista CA 92084
3
3
2
Single-Family$1,080,000Aug 7, 2026
3727 Brems Street, San Diego, CA, 92115
3727 Brems Street
San Diego CA 92115
3
3
Single-Family$760,000Jul 28, 2026

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