License active & verified Lauren Forbes
Agent, Compass ·20+ years experience ·CA DRE #01295248
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The verified record
Every number below is computed from public records of closed sales, last 24 months · how we compute thisFrom Lauren
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About Lauren
Compiled from public sources — not written by the agent
Lauren Forbes earned a J.D. from Loyola Law School and spent eight years as a litigation attorney before real estate, and has recorded over $1 billion in sales (1999-2025). She is CEO and founder of the Lauren Forbes Group and a founding agent of Compass's South Bay office, has lived in the South Bay since 1996, and her team has appeared in LA Magazine's Real Estate All-Stars and RealTrends' America's Best.
What clients say elsewhere
AI synthesis of publicly posted reviews on other platforms
Zillow (team): 5★ (97 reviews)
The Lauren Forbes Group team profile on Zillow shows a 5.0 rating across 97 reviews, and the team is billed as the No. 1-rated team on Zillow in both Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. Reviewers repeatedly cite market expertise, professionalism, and Lauren's diligence with the contractual elements of transactions, consistent with her background as an attorney.
- “continually impressed by their market expertise and professionalism” — Zillow review
- “went above and beyond to help us find a home and stayed in touch after we had settled” — Zillow 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 Lauren's transactions vs the Manhattan Beach market
Who Lauren represents
115 total closed sides, 2023–2026
Where Lauren sells
Closed sales by ZIP, last 24 months
| ZIP | City | Sales (24 mo) | Median price | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90277 | Redondo Beach | 4 | $1.6M | 17 |
| 90274 | Rolling Hills Estates | 2 | $3.9M | 63 |
| 90275 | Rancho Palos Verdes | 2 | $2.1M | — |
| 90501 | Torrance | 1 | $1.5M | — |
| 90249 | Gardena | 1 | $700K | — |
| 90260 | Manhattan Beach | 1 | $2.9M | — |
| 90503 | Torrance | 1 | $1.5M | — |
| 90815 | Long Beach | 1 | $1.1M | — |
| 91362 | Thousand Oaks | 1 | $3.5M | — |
Questions to ask Lauren in an interview
Generated from this agent's own public sales record — bring them to your first call
- 30% of your listings needed a price cut — how do you set the initial list price?
- Your listings average 55 days on market vs the 24-day local median — what's your marketing plan?
- Your typical sale is $2.4M — 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Forbes | 72 | $2.4M | 55 | 100.6% | 30% |
| Liz Bird | 12 | $2.4M | 41 | 105.3% | 33% |
| Patrice Radden | 17 | $2.4M | 22 | 100.8% | 38% |
| April Tussing | 6 | $2.4M | — | — | — |
| Joseph Stahl | 3 | $2.4M | — | — | — |
| Andrew Weir | 10 | $2.4M | 50 | 98.1% | 0% |
Frequently asked questions
How many homes has Lauren Forbes sold?
Lauren Forbes has 115 publicly recorded closed transactions in 2023–2026, including 72 in the last 24 months (69 representing sellers, 46 representing buyers over the full period).
What price range does Lauren Forbes work in?
Lauren Forbes's closed sales have a median price of $2,384,300; the middle 50% of transactions fall between $1,610,000 and $4,350,000.
Is Lauren Forbes's license active?
Lauren Forbes holds an active California DRE license (#01295248). License status can be verified on the California DRE public lookup.
What do Lauren Forbes's reviews say?
The Lauren Forbes Group team profile on Zillow shows a 5.0 rating across 97 reviews, and the team is billed as the No. 1-rated team on Zillow in both Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. Reviewers repeatedly cite market expertise, professionalism, and Lauren's diligence with the contractual elements of transactions, consistent with her background as an attorney.
Data window 2023–2026, computed 2026-09-05 · Dispute or correct this data · *our public sales record begins 2023; Lauren's career may predate it