Anthony Marguleas, founder and owner of Amalfi Estates, is one of Los Angeles' most respected and accomplished real estate leaders. Since launching the brokerage in 1995, he has built Amalfi Estates into one of the premier independent agencies in Southern California, known for exceptional client service, innovative marketing, and deep community involvement. In 2022, The Wall Street Journal ranked Amalfi Estates as one of the Top 10 real estate teams in the entire nation, out of more than two million agents and teams. Anthony has personally sold over $3 billion in properties and is recognized for his creative use of technology, media, and data to position and sell some of California's most significant homes--including a record-breaking $63.1 million sale of the historic Hearst Estate, the highest-priced home ever sold at auction in the U.S. Anthony is a Harvard-trained and KARASS-certified negotiator, saving clients millions through advanced strategy and contract expertise. As a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, he is trusted by top developers, high-net-worth families, and clients seeking the highest level of representation. A respected educator and speaker, Anthony has taught real estate negotiations and contracts at UCLA since 2004 and is regularly invited to speak at major industry conferences. He is frequently cited in leading publications including Architectural Digest, Barron's, Bloomberg, Forbes, Mansion Global, The Real Deal, USA Today, Robb Report, People, MSN, Yahoo Finance, and The Wall Street Journal. Anthony earned his degree in Business Administration from UC Riverside - where he received the Outstanding Alumnus Award - and later continued graduate studies in USC's Real Estate Development and Finance program. He resides in Pacific Palisades with his wife, Sue, and their four children. True to his belief in giving back, Anthony created Amalfi Estates' charitable give-back program. With every home sale, the team donates 10% of its net commission to one of six partner charities: Make-A-Wish, Wags & Walks, The American Cancer Society, The People Concern, Homeboy Industries, and Heal the Bay. Since 2015, Amalfi Estates has donated over $2 million, helping more than 50,000 families.
OTHER LANGUAGES
Spanish
Community Involvement
Marguleas truly believes in giving back to his community and gives back 10% of his commission from each sale among five charities, Make-a-Wish, Wags and Walks, American Cancer Society, The People Conc
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Bike and travel
FAMILY
4 kids
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - California - # 01173073
Designation
Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Graduate from the Realtor Institute (GRI)
Specialties
Buyers
Sellers
Residential Property
Buyer's agent
Listing agent
Relocation
Awards
2026
TOP AGENT
Pacific Palisades, CA
2026
TOP AGENT
Los Angeles, CA
2026
TOP AGENT
Santa Monica, CA
Other Awards
100 Most Influential Real Estate Agents in California 2020 Wall Street Journal #25 Medium Size Team in the country with $162 million in sales 2019 Wall Street Journal #231 Team in the country with $134 million in sales 2018 Wall Street Journal #152 Team in the country with $153 million in sales 2017 Wall Street Journal #143 Team in the country with $140 million in sales 2016 Wall Street Journal #60 Agent in the country with $134 million in sales
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FAQ
1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?
Ensure you see at least 20 homes in a neighborhood to familiarize you with what homes sell for. Ideally, purchase the least expensive home in the best neighborhood, which ensures the highest chance of appreciation.
2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?
As tempting as it is, especially in a seller's market, don't overprice your home. It would be best if you priced it at the market or a little below to generate the most activity.
3. What types of clients have you worked with?
All types, from 1st-time buyers to high-end luxury buyers.
4. How did you get started in Real Estate?
I had a real estate Development company 35 years ago and then started a mortgage company 31 years ago, so it was a natural progression.
5. Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yB51X7IX204TG4doAXBLsfhaRfAd3ChH/view
As a guest lecturer at UCLA, I have taught real estate negotiation and contracts for the past 19 years. I also have taken an advanced negotiation class at Harvard Business School. I also have taken the KARRASS negotiation seminars.
Contact Information
Location
984 Monument Street #105Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272
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What clients say about this agent....
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Excellent negotiator
Great for new buyers
Parvaneh R.
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April 20, 2026
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I had an amazing experience , Max and adult. They were very sharp, nice caring, and most of all honest.. They told me for a few hours and showed me all the locations and at the end I could find the best land that I dreamed of , he was very sharp and negotiated the land that was pending and finally we could buy that is something that's my daughter was dream of it. I loved it so much and we are very happy meeting 24 hours. We signed the contract then regarding it within 10 days.
Kurt R.
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April 3, 2026
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Kylie was absolutely first rate. We felt she was honestly looking out for us at every moment of the process. We were buying from out of state, and she deftly shepherded all the moving parts for us. AND managed to keep us up to speed. You want to feel cared for with an agent, and that's exactly what Kylie does. Bottom line, Kylie is sharp, energetic, and enthusiastic about getting the best for us. And she did.
Juan J.
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April 2, 2026
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Nick is with no doubt the person to help you find your next home. He knows all Dallas, doesnt hesitate to name the pros and cons, brings insights I didnt even think about, provides the best recommendation based on your needs, I give Nick my highest recommendation as he will with no doubt find what you need. In my case he was so good that I only needed 4 hours of touring multiple places, vs several weekends when not being able to find good options. Thank you Nick!
Lanegullickson3
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April 1, 2026
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Working with Chad was an absolute pleasure! From the first moment we met, they were professional, friendly, and answered our questions patiently. They took control of the situation and made the selling process feel smooth and expert. We had an offer within two weeks! I can't recommend them enough!
Janice A.
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March 29, 2026
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We worked with Max Maxguleas to find a rental about a year after the Palisades 2025 fires, when inventory in the Palisades was extremely limited. We had been renting in West Hollywood but really wanted to move back to the Palisades, and it felt almost impossible with so few houses available. Max was very knowledgeable about the market and responsive. He consistently emailed us new listings, moved quickly to get us into properties and always responded the same day. He ultimately found us a fantastic rental on a quiet street that was perfect for the 7 of us. Max genuinely had our best interests at heart and supported us through every step of the process. We highly recommend Max to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and committed agent. Janice Adams