The Power of Collaboration
August 25, 2025
Why Relationships Matter in Real Estate
In luxury real estate, success isn't just about square footage or selling price; it's about trust, access, and long-standing relationships. For over a century, Carmel Realty Company has embodied this principle, building deep connections throughout the Monterey Peninsula that continue to drive exceptional results for clients.
Since 1913, Carmel Realty Company has earned a reputation not just as real estate professionals, but as deeply rooted members of the community. This legacy isn't built overnight—it's built through decades of consistent presence, personal integrity, and a commitment to putting clients first.
Whether you're buying a beachfront retreat or selling a private estate, relationships shape every step of the experience. Local knowledge is only as powerful as the trust behind it. When clients know they're working with authentic experts, the path to their dream home becomes clearer—and more rewarding.
One of the clearest advantages of working with a relationship driven company is access. With over 80 market leading agents collaborating daily, Carmel Realty Company along with sister company Monterey Coast Realty, offers early insight into listings before they ever hit the market. We have the largest access to off-market inventory through our Discreetly Available portal. This behind-the-scenes access gives clients a competitive edge in a market where timing and exclusivity are everything.
Our agents share a common goal: delivering the best possible results for clients. In a competitive luxury market, that kind of internal collaboration is a true differentiator. Some recent extraordinary off-market sales include 6 Sand & Sea and Scenic 3 SE of 12th, both in Carmel-by-the-Sea, as well as 3187 Cortez Road and 1535 Palmero Way, both in Pebble Beach. These four off-market sales in 2025 were manufactured by Carmel Realty agents on both sides of each transaction generating over $58M in sales volume.
In a world that's increasingly digital and transactional, Carmel Realty Company continues to prove that relationships are timeless. After 112 years, one truth remains: relationships aren't just part of the process—they are the process. And that's what makes the Carmel Realty experience truly extraordinary. Our legacy in luxury real estate led us to create a publication that mirrored the quality and sophistication of homes we represent, whether they are on or off the market. That publication is known as 1913 Luxury by the Sea Magazine.
From its very first issue in Winter 2016, 1913 Magazine was set out to be more than a collection of luxury listings—it set out to tell a story. A story of place, of design, of lifestyle, and of legacy. Today, we celebrate the 20th issue, honoring not just the pages we've published, but the extraordinary estates, the vibrant community, and the enduring relationships that have made each edition possible.
Over the past decade, 1913 Magazine has become a signature piece of the Carmel Realty Company brand—representing the elegance, excellence, and distinctiveness of the Monterey Peninsula. With each volume, we've curated not only iconic estates, but the experiences and heritage that elevate this region as one of the most sought-after destinations in the world. Reaching our 20th issue is a milestone we don't take lightly. It's the result of collaboration, creativity, and consistency—values at the heart of everything we do at Carmel Realty Company.
OFF-MARKET
DOUBLE-ENDED SALES IN 2025
6 Sand & Sea, Carmel-by-the-Sea | SP: $17,500,000
Listing Agent
Shelly Mitchell Lynch, Broker & Managing Director
Carmel Realty Company DRE#01217466
Selling Agent
Jamal Noorzoy, REALTOR®
Carmel Realty Company DRE#01119622
1535 Palmero Way, Pebble Beach | SP: $13,750,000
Listing Agent
Malone Hodges, Broker Associate
Carmel Realty Company DRE#01471087
Selling Agent
Chris Pryor, REALTOR®
Carmel Realty Company DRE#01750627
3187 Cortez Road, Pebble Beach | SP: $11,250,000
Listing Agent & Selling Agent
Courtney Jones, REALTOR®
Carmel Realty Company DRE#01806907
Scenic 3 SE of 12th, Carmel-by-the-Sea | SP: $15,525,000
Listing Agent
Chris Pryor, REALTOR®
Luxury Carmel-by-the-Sea “Healthy Home” Sells Off-Market Through Carmel Realty Company
Health Begins at Home
Carmel Realty Company announced the successful $11,000,000 off-market sale of one of Carmel-by-the-Sea's most distinctive coastal residences, an exceptional Hayward Healthy Home thoughtfully designed for healthy, high-performance living.
Who's Who in Luxury Real Estate Announces the 2025 Award Nominees for the LRE® Fall Conference
Carmel Realty Company Honored to Receive Two LRE Awards
Who's Who in Luxury Real Estate held their 2025 Luxury Real Estate Fall Conference from September 14th through the 17th at the iconic Hotel Del Coronado in Coronado, CA. The Annual LRE(R) Awards Celebration, now in its 18th year, took place on Wednesday, September 17th, where prestigious brokers from across the globe gathered to share knowledge, experiences, connect with fellow members, and honor the best in the industry. We are proud to have received two of their prestigious awards!
He transformed Peninsula's luxury real estate market — and did so much more
Bill Mitchell dies at 83
If you never met Bill Mitchell, by all accounts, you should wish you had.
Mitchell, who died March 26, was a man who was decorated for his service as an Air Force pilot in Vietnam, went on to fly commercially for three decades, established what would become the Monterey Peninsula's foremost luxury real estate firm, gave generously of his time and resources — and amidst all of that, managed to squeeze every bit of fun out of life.
Mitchell, who died March 26, was a man who was decorated for his service as an Air Force pilot in Vietnam, went on to fly commercially for three decades, established what would become the Monterey Peninsula's foremost luxury real estate firm, gave generously of his time and resources — and amidst all of that, managed to squeeze every bit of fun out of life.
A Composition in Wood and Stone
Grammy-Award Winner Alan Silvestri's Carmel Highlands Estate
Set on a stunning knoll in the mythical Carmel High- lands with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, a Central Coast estate has provided decades of inspiration for Grammy-award winning composer Alan Silvestri and his wife Sandra. Enjoying a rare privacy afforded by being set on 14 acres between two quiet roads, the couple spent more than 10 years restoring the main house and three guest properties, while working and living on site, raising three children, and launching Silvestri Vineyards.
The Luxe Outdoors
Properties with the Most Spectacular Outdoor Living Space on the Monterey Peninsula
Privacy, unique architecture, views, amenities, plenty of space, and areas for entertaining are on the top of every home buyer's list. But the availability of inspiring outdoor living areas transforms a home into a retreat. The following properties, listed by Carmel Realty Company and Monterey Coast Realty, all possess incredible indoor spaces along with truly exceptional outdoor areas to enjoy the mild climate, fresh air, and spectacular scenery of the Monterey Peninsula. Vacation at home every ...