License active & verified Jim Zakhar
Agent, Regency Real Estate Brokers ·44+ years experience ·CA DRE #00823355
The verified record
Every number below is computed from public records of closed sales, last 24 months · how we compute thisFrom Jim
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About Jim
Compiled from public sources — not written by the agent
Jim Zakhar is a Real Estate Broker and founding co-owner of Regency Real Estate Brokers, where he served as Chairman of the Board in 2005. He moved to California from Chicago and is recognized as a marketing expert and strong negotiator.
What clients say elsewhere
AI synthesis of publicly posted reviews on other platforms
Clients highlight Jim's prompt communication, strong negotiation skills, and ability to refer fair-priced, professional contractors for pre-listing repairs. Reviewers note that he keeps clients' best interests in mind and successfully sells homes quickly, with one client reporting a sale in three weeks.
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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 Jim's transactions vs the Lake Forest market
Who Jim represents
37 total closed sides, 2023–2026
Where Jim sells
Closed sales by ZIP, last 24 months
| ZIP | City | Sales (24 mo) | Median price | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92688 | Rancho Santa Margarita | 2 | $1.0M | 12 |
| 90623 | La Palma | 2 | $1.4M | — |
| 92009 | Carlsbad | 2 | $745K | — |
| 92675 | San Juan Capistrano | 2 | $1.6M | — |
| 92677 | Laguna Niguel | 1 | $1.0M | — |
| 92691 | Mission Viejo | 1 | $1.1M | — |
| 92694 | Rancho Mission Viejo | 1 | $2.0M | — |
| 92708 | Fountain Valley | 1 | $1.4M | — |
| 92878 | Corona | 1 | $885K | — |
Questions to ask Jim in an interview
Generated from this agent's own public sales record — bring them to your first call
- 56% of your listings needed a price cut — how do you set the initial list price?
- Your listings average 47 days on market vs the 23-day local median — what's your marketing plan?
- Your typical sale is $1.0M — 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 Lake Forest 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Zakhar | 24 | $1.0M | 47 | 96.8% | 56% |
| Sheneau Stanley | 3 | $1.0M | — | — | — |
| David Bauman | 16 | $1.0M | 22 | 101.4% | 38% |
| Jeff Pittman | 30 | $1.0M | 74 | 99.6% | 20% |
| David Koffs | 17 | $1.0M | 24 | 102.1% | 9% |
| Timothy Park | 4 | $1.0M | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
How many homes has Jim Zakhar sold?
Jim Zakhar has 37 publicly recorded closed transactions in 2023–2026, including 24 in the last 24 months (23 representing sellers, 14 representing buyers over the full period).
What price range does Jim Zakhar work in?
Jim Zakhar's closed sales have a median price of $1,029,000; the middle 50% of transactions fall between $805,000 and $1,380,000.
Is Jim Zakhar's license active?
Jim Zakhar holds an active California DRE license (#00823355). License status can be verified on the California DRE public lookup.
What do Jim Zakhar's reviews say?
Clients highlight Jim's prompt communication, strong negotiation skills, and ability to refer fair-priced, professional contractors for pre-listing repairs. Reviewers note that he keeps clients' best interests in mind and successfully sells homes quickly, with one client reporting a sale in three weeks.
Data window 2023–2026, computed 2026-09-05 · Dispute or correct this data · *our public sales record begins 2023; Jim's career may predate it