License active & verified Dave Fratello
Agent, Edge ·14+ years experience ·CA DRE #01880469
The verified record
Every number below is computed from public records of closed sales, last 24 months · how we compute thisFrom Dave
Written by the agent after verifying this profile — kept separate from the verified record
About Dave
Compiled from public sources — not written by the agent
Dave Fratello, a 25+ year Manhattan Beach resident with a background in advertising, founded the Manhattan Beach Confidential real-estate data blog in 2007 and went full-time into real estate in 2012. He founded Edge Real Estate Agency in 2019 and has closed roughly $450M in career sales, ranking top-5 in Manhattan Beach for 2025 with $62M. He is a 2026 California Association of Realtors director, sits on MLS/SBAOR committees, and runs the annual Parents' Softball Classic charity tournament.
What clients say elsewhere
AI synthesis of publicly posted reviews on other platforms
Google: 5★ (74 reviews)Yelp (Edge Real Estate Agency) (16 reviews)Birdeye (Edge): 5★ (76 reviews)
Reviews are strongly positive across sources: 5.0 stars over 74 Google reviews, a 5.0 rating across 76 reviews on Birdeye for Edge Real Estate Agency, and 16 Yelp reviews for the agency. Reviewers consistently emphasize his data-driven market knowledge, responsiveness, honesty, and patience, with buyers calling out his advocacy in competitive Manhattan Beach segments.
- “He uniquely blends data and deep market understanding to help you get the right outcome.” — Client testimonial review
- “Worked tirelessly...His honesty and integrity were equally impressive” — Client testimonial review
We don't host reviews yet — when we do, every review will be tied to a verified transaction. Read the originals via the links in the sidebar.
Performance in detail
Verified from public records · 2023–2026 · metrics shown only where at least 3 closed listings support them
Closed transactions by year
Current year is partial
Price range of closed sales
Middle 50% of Dave's transactions vs the Manhattan Beach market
Who Dave represents
49 total closed sides, 2023–2026
Where Dave sells
Closed sales by ZIP, last 24 months
| ZIP | City | Sales (24 mo) | Median price | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90275 | Rancho Palos Verdes | 3 | $1.8M | — |
| 90304 | Inglewood | 2 | $990K | — |
| 90274 | Rolling Hills Estates | 1 | $3.4M | — |
| 90260 | Hawthorne | 1 | $1.2M | — |
| 90278 | Redondo Beach | 1 | $1.5M | — |
| 90504 | Torrance | 1 | $695K | — |
| 90731 | San Pedro | 1 | $699K | — |
| 91316 | Encino | 1 | $475K | — |
1 more ZIP with older sales (before the last 24 months) not shown.
Questions to ask Dave in an interview
Generated from this agent's own public sales record — bring them to your first call
- Your listings average 28 days on market vs the 24-day local median — what's your marketing plan?
- Your typical sale is $2.5M — how does your approach change for a home like mine?
- Who will I actually work with day-to-day — you or a team member?
Compare with similar Manhattan Beach agents
Ranked by verified sales in public records, last 24 months — no agent pays for placement
| Agent | Sales (24 mo) | Median price | Avg DOM | Sale÷list | Price cuts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Fratello | 37 | $2.5M | 28 | 99.5% | 10% |
| Chad Fahlbusch | 26 | $2.5M | 49 | 99.7% | 21% |
| Mark Norton | 7 | $2.5M | 24 | 104.1% | 25% |
| Adam Wilson | 32 | $2.5M | 28 | 99.5% | 10% |
| Akash Rohera | 16 | $2.5M | 124 | 96.5% | 63% |
| Katelyn Richter | 8 | $2.5M | 33 | 98.0% | 33% |
Frequently asked questions
How many homes has Dave Fratello sold?
Dave Fratello has 49 publicly recorded closed transactions in 2023–2026, including 37 in the last 24 months (28 representing sellers, 21 representing buyers over the full period).
What price range does Dave Fratello work in?
Dave Fratello's closed sales have a median price of $2,520,000; the middle 50% of transactions fall between $1,600,000 and $3,750,000.
Is Dave Fratello's license active?
Dave Fratello holds an active California DRE license (#01880469). License status can be verified on the California DRE public lookup.
What do Dave Fratello's reviews say?
Reviews are strongly positive across sources: 5.0 stars over 74 Google reviews, a 5.0 rating across 76 reviews on Birdeye for Edge Real Estate Agency, and 16 Yelp reviews for the agency. Reviewers consistently emphasize his data-driven market knowledge, responsiveness, honesty, and patience, with buyers calling out his advocacy in competitive Manhattan Beach segments.
Data window 2023–2026, computed 2026-09-05 · Dispute or correct this data · *our public sales record begins 2023; Dave's career may predate it