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Real Estate - California - # 00975357
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2026
TOP AGENT
Palmdale, CA
2026
TOP AGENT
Lancaster, CA
Contact Information
Location
41715 Stratford CirclePalmdale, CA, 93551
2026
Palmdale, CA
2026
Lancaster, CA
ZillowVERIFIEDI had a great experience working with JAMES. He is truly professional, experienced, and dedicated. He helped me sell my house during a difficult time and was able to negotiate favorable terms for both sides. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and knowledgeable real estate agent! THANK YOU VERY MUCH, JAMES
ZillowVERIFIEDJames has been absolutely phenomenal! I lived in the Valley for less than two years, so I asked a well-connected friend who to trust, and he said, aEURoeJames is the best. Hes trustworthy, professional, knowledgeable, loyal, and resourceful.aEUR? He was right. James went above and beyond at every step. We changed our minds twiceaEUR"first wanting to sell, then rent, then sell againaEUR"and he supported us through it all. We were living out of the Valley during the entire process, but James took care of everything. When renters damaged the house, he found the right people to handle the repairs quickly and well. The entire process took over a year, and James was always on our side with great advice and endless patience. His guidance was invaluable during both the rental and sale negotiations. In short, I cannot say enough good things about James. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a real estate agent!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames was fantastic from the start. Super knowledgeable and the photos sold the house in three days! We made a great deal in no time. Thanks again for everything!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames Baker, Broker/Owner of James Baker Realty, was and is the hardest working, dedicated, knowledgeable Realtor I have ever had the pleasure of working with as a seller of my home. Hours of work through some tough challenges, we worked as a team, Realtor and Seller, to effectively and efficiently sell my home for over asking price. Thank you, Mr. Baker. I could not be happier.
ZillowVERIFIEDMy experience working with James was absolutely amazing he made the situation as least stressful as he could which was awesome! He kept me updated and communicated every step of the way! I recommend James to the fullest! On closing day he came up to my house brought food and we cooked and golfed it was Ana amazing day. My the end of the experience James felt like part of the family not just my realtor!
ZillowVERIFIEDI have known James for 28 yrs and I have my houses with his help. He is very knowledgeable and works fast and effectively. Highly recommend James for any real estate business.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames help was great he had a tricky one with us , 3 partners and he set it all up , he had good contacts that we used and he listened to us and did everything we asked and more , very nice and honest guy!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames Baker is very knowledgeable about the real estate market. He loves his work. He was professional, courteous and helpful through the entire process of selling our house. We absolutely recommend James to anyone needing a realtor.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames was nothing but amazing through this whole transaction. He covered every one of our needs and for saw things that may be a problem down the road and address those as well. We are so glad we decided to go with James. He is an amazing realtor and now hopefully a lifelong friend. Thank you for going above and beyond to help us get a property that everyone else said was impossible.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames did an excellent job, couldn't be more pleased, he was very professional, kept me informed thru the whole process, made sure everything was completed on time, extremely knowledgeable and helpful with local market. My sale was as smooth as it could be, thank you James! Highly recommended!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is the best. He worked closely with me throughout the whole process and helped stay flexible when things didn't look so good. He was quick with suggestions and ideas that kept the sale and subsequent purchase running smooth. Highly Recommend.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames did an outstanding job selling my piece of land. Hes a perfect blend of professional and personal. I recommend his services. Thank you, James!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames knows his stuff. Just trust him and trust the process. He will not steer you wrong. We have used James 3 times now. Twice to purchase a home and once to sell. He makes homebuying and selling a stress free experience and will get the job done. You won't be sorry , but not only is James a great agent he will likely become a lifelong friend of yours. A very good guy!
ZillowVERIFIEDYOU'VE FOUND YOUR AGENT James and Tim recently worked a deal for us that would not have gone through had we used someone else. This particular transaction had a bit of everything: probate, scheduling communication across multiple time zones, spotty internet connection in the mountains, working over Christmas and New Years, unforeseen issues, a difficult agent on the other side of the table, etc etc. You name it, we experienced it. And it wasn't for a giant commission check. He treated our small transaction with the tenacity and promptness like it were a multimillion property. On top of it all, we ended up learning a lot about him and his family, their travels, and the kind of stand up person he is besides just being a pro in real estate. We found him via recommendation from someone else who had the same positive experience, which in itself speaks volumes. If you need a team to see a deal through until completion, stop looking you've found your guy.
ZillowVERIFIEDLong overdue review. James and team was very helpful in listing and selling our house and helping us buy another. His dedication to his clients is unmatched. He treats you like family and works with you closely to achieve your goals. Expert knowledge for any questions asked. And more than capable of handling and fixing any curve balls along the way. Cheers James thank you again
ZillowVERIFIEDI met Mr. James Baker while taking an interest in a Property in the Leona Valley area that was his listing. By calling for more information, and explaining my situation, Mr. Baker was not only informative, but pleasantly helpful in the whole process. He sold my house in Lancaster in less than 24 hrs, all while helping me achieve my dream property for my family and I. Mr. Baker went above and beyond time and time again. He was available when I needed him to be, and if there were any unexpected hiccups, Mr. James would give me alternative options, while still giving me what I asked for. I couldnt have asked for a better experience with a better person. I will definitely be referring Mr. James to all my friends & family.
ZillowVERIFIEDI can't speak highly enough of James and his team! We were in need of a larger home quickly because we were moving my Mom from WI to CA to live with us. I had contacted James in regards to a home I saw and not only did we have the keys in our hands within weeks but he made the process effortless! Not only was James a consummate professional throughout the whole process but more important for me, he was kind, patient, and positive. We have actually needed James and his team for two more moves and they have not let us down! They take the time to get to know you, your likes, and dislikes and find a home that will match everything your looking for plus more! While we were looking for our homes, nothing confounded James, he was always patient, energetic, and knowledgeable every step of the way. They work hard for you and when its all done, you have the prize you have been waiting for and its all thanks the James Baker Realty! I guess what I really love about them is that he REALLY is an expert in his field, he absolutely knows everyone, he is such a delight, full of integrity, and above all, has an infectious sense of humor! You just can't go wrong choosing him to be your real estate agent. He's like family to us now and we highly recommend him for all of your real estate endeavors!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is very helpful, gives us information and everything is done in a timely manner. He returns call even when he is busy, always reach-able, and he is passionate with his work! Definitely would recommend him!!
ZillowVERIFIEDI should state that my Vacant Property in Palmdale, Ca. (lots 025/026/027) weren't going to be the easiest to sell listening what I was hearing from some recommended brokers. Besides, I had purchased the land in 2006 with my SepIra and was also anxious that it might never sell! Fortunately and grateful , I ended up meeting James (James Baker Realty) from the recommendations. James reminded me of someone who once called me ( "the real McCoy") and came across as one of those rare people who immediately present themselves as a Positive, Straight Forward and a Can-Do person. ( I would never call James as a pessimist ) I said to my self "let's see . . .within 6 months" (during the contract over the winter) James called me on a Sunday morning in April and tells me he found a buyer for all 3 LOTS! As I mentioned the escrow above, it's was obvious everything came together (they were a few bumps with the SEP-IRA) but all went better than I would have imagined- the documents, signing, working with the escrow, numbers of questions he was willing to answer . James put some things together I thought was brilliant around the IRA conundrum! - very impressed ! I could go on with more stories, but James is a Gem, Trustworthy with many hobbies and very involved with a happy family. I felt very fortunate I had met him to work with as he removed the anxiousness around the sale of the Vacant Land - James has become a friend as well! Jeff Kotun 08/22/2023
ZillowVERIFIEDMr. Baker is an amazing real estate agent he got me the best deal walked with me through the whole process and we actually became friends and he's helping some of my family and friends look for properties as well great guy
ZillowVERIFIEDJames did an amazing job connecting me with the perfect rental house. His communication was responsive and very helpful. Could not recommend him enough!!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames did an outstanding job helping us list our rental. He was personal and always looked out for our best interests. He was informative on process and procedure and made sure we understood what was going on. He was also down to earth and very friendly. He truly wants you to get what you deserve while also helping you manage your expectations based on current, local market trends. Thanks James
ZillowVERIFIEDIt was truly a great experience working with Mr. James Baker and Tim Kershaw, the opportunity to know two professionals in a real estate business. Mr. Baker was super friendly the first day I met him and continue on through the whole course of the sale of are property, he stayed in contact constantly with us and showed up to explain all issues . If you and your family is seeking a professional real estate agent Mr. James Baker and Tim Kershaw will be the two that you need in your corner these two agents made this transaction very easy. Professionally I like to thank them from the bottom of our heart. Ethics a Big A+ Experience Big A+ Extra Effort Big A+ Excellence Big A+
ZillowVERIFIEDWhere to start? When I first met James I got the feeling he would be someone I could trust. He immediately introduced himself as a confident and very well informed realtor and he is informed!! He walked us through the whole procedure answering any questions in detail. Right to the end he was always there for us hand delivering any paperwork and getting signatures as needed no delays.. I would highly recommend James Baker for all your real estate needs especially if you want to keep your sanity through the process. Carry on James great job!! Also when it came time for escrow to happen he was very knowledgeable from the start to the finish. Great job.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames and Tim are awesome! They helped secure a residence in order to take care of my disabled Mother. James and Tim really care about there clients and will help you get exactly what youre looking for! James was able to seal the quickly allowing me to begin the process of moving! One of the nicest,most friendly person Ive met in my 7 years in the AV! Now I consider him a good friend! I highly recommend AV James for all your real estate needs! Thank you James and thank you Tim!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is very knowledgeable, accessible and communicates clearly which made our home selling process easy; he made us feel like family. I highly recommend using James as your realtor. He has passion for what he does, and you can tell he loves his job and the services he provides. We couldn?t have asked for a better realtor.
ZillowVERIFIEDI found James thru online search. James and his partner have impressed me more than any broker used in the past. He listed our property and did an excellent advertisement with professional pictures taken an uploaded to MLS servers. Had open house on 1 weekend and we had verry good offer. We accepted the offer and sold the property. I would recommend James Baker team to my friend and use James again in the future. Alfred A.
ZillowVERIFIEDjames baker made the whole process so easy i was amazed,his listing price was spot on, i received a full price offer in about a week, james was highly professional, i would recommend his firm to all.
ZillowVERIFIEDIve known James for almost 40 years. Hes had a tremendous career in real estate as he continues to be masterful at taking his clients through either the sale or purchase process. We recently purchased a home through James where the process was super smooth, he took care of every detail, responded immediately to any questions from us or from the sellers realtors, worked hand in hand with us and the sellers to smoothly maneuver through the process. On the one hand he is 100% trustworthy and professional and on the other hand a strong negotiator and leader. We couldnt have had a better person in our corner to get us to the finish line.
ZillowVERIFIEDFind James Baker as an agent for my rental property in Lancaster is a share luck! Unlike most of the agents, he picked my phone call in just 2 seconds. After our first conversation I decided to choose him from among all other agents because he is so professional, so knowledgeable of the local real estate market. He knows what to do and how to reach the goal! My experience with him proved that my choice was wise! He always response to my request in a timely manner. He puts my interest on the top. His service is excellent, very detail and even better then I expected. My property was rented out just in 10 days with a $1,000 increase, comparing with previous rent. He is the agent I will highly recommend.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe had a wonderful experience with James. He (so far) has sold 2 triplex for us! He got each one in escrow within a couple of days! WOW! He was easily available through both of the escrows and really got the job done! Can?t wait to work with James again.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is a Amazing Man and a Fantastic Agent. He is the Best, Gets it done, knows what he is doing and most Important what to do! He is a straight up a Reliable, Honest, Knowledgeable Agent with a Skill set that is all about Taking Care of his Clients!! The Best choice I ever made in My Life was having James as My Agent. Thank you James
ZillowVERIFIEDJames Baker ! Remember this name! We were first time home buyers and James has made our experience smooth and relaxing! It was fun, interesting, unique and successful to work with him. First of all whatever he said and promised he kept his words. Also James has a good team to work with. House inspection was made on his recommendation. The inspector was very knowledgeable and professional. Home inspection report was ready very quickly , it was done the next day already. James has a huge heart ! Whenever we found out that house needs expenses he informed the seller about it and after getting rejection James sacrificed part of his compensation! He added his own money and together with the seller they covered the costs of house maintenance, as the seller did not agree to cover all costs at his own expense. It was very nice of James! I would highly recommend James as your real estate agent one hundred percent! You never will regret it!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is unusual: he does what he says he?ll do. Many agents over the years have done nothing but collect commissions: James works. He utilizes logic and keeps things realistic and always looked out for my best interest. He?s the real deal.
ZillowVERIFIEDI was so lucky to list my aunt?s land with James. His extensive real estate knowledge helped us price the land right. It sold fast and the sale went smoothly. Most important is he responds right away to my phone calls and text messages. So very patient and a good listener too. Thank you James. I would highly James Baker for all your real estate needs!!!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames Baker is a man of his word! He is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable in his field. A true expert in his craft! We highly recommend anyone that wants to sell their home to use James Baker Realty, you will be happy you did!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames Baker did a great job selling our house. James is very knowledgeable about how to sell your house and get too dollar while doing it. James was very curtious and attentive to needs and wants. It was a very wonderful and painless experience. I would highly recommend James for any real estate needs.
ZillowVERIFIEDFrom the initial call to the close of escrow, James was phenomenal. His knowledge and expertise made the experience of home selling less daunting than expected, especially during this time of COVID. He spent time with us, getting to know us as individuals rather than just clients. In summary, really a joy to work with!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames provided us with a stress free experience and was incredibly welcoming. We had just a few minor requests and James went above and beyond to provide us with things we didnt even know we wanted at the time! He absolutely looks in the best interest of his clients and customers. If you want a realtor who will truly take care of you and your family, hands down, choose James Baker!
ZillowVERIFIEDJames was very helpful With all aspects of the process and was there to answer any questions. He was very nice and knowledgeable. I bought my home by my self and he was there to help me through all the questions and concerns I had since I?m in a budget and wanted to make sure I didn?t make a bad decision.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames was excellent since the first time I called in regards of a lot i wanted to purchase. He helped me through the whole process until escrow closed. He was very good in keeping me updated and explaining everything to me. He?s very good in picking up calls and is very quick in returning calls. He made the whole experience run quickly and smoothly, he was also able negotiate a good price for me. Loved the whole experience would definitely recommend him.
ZillowVERIFIEDWorking with James was an amazing experience and very stress free. We were very impressed with his knowledge and professionalism throughout our experience as he explained everything to us in great detail for selling our home. He was very familiar will all the documentation needed, timelines and goals and was extremely patient with us during the entire process. When we had any questions, he was always available, responsive, informative and very patient with us. We are forever grateful for James and his integrity, openness, honesty and professionalism. There is no one better for us and we will always recommend using James.
ZillowVERIFIEDGREETINGS James Baker helped me get the deal off a lifetime. We found a 2500 square foot 5 bedroom 2 bath home on 3.25 acers within 2 hours of it going on the market. When I viewed the property there were over ten people there viewing it also. Most of them were on the phone trying to get financing. The realtors were telling me that it would go to a bidding war and sell for significantly more than the asking price of 159,500. James constructed a cash offer of 165,500 that would expire in 24 hours. It didnt take long for them to accept it. After a few days they received my wire transfer for payment in full and I started moving in within 2 hours. The tax accessor assured me the home was worth at least 240,000.
ZillowVERIFIEDMy experience with James was AMAZING!!!! We have not one complaint about the service. He helped us get an amazing home and he went above and beyond to ensure that our first time as homebuyers was as easy and painless as possible. He answered every phone call, every email and every text and he stayed on top of everything during our process. I will definitely be referring to friends and family.
ZillowVERIFIEDMy family and I came to James to sell our home. He was the same agent we trusted when we purchased this home, and we did not hesitate to call him and only him when we were faced with having to sell our home. We were given late notice of a relocation and were set to move out of state fairly quickly. James understood our need to sell our home quickly for the price we not only wanted, but needed to sell for to. He quickly went to work to put our house on the market through numerous avenues. Witin a month, the house was in contract! His resources and experience are the very reason our house was off the market so quickly! Additionally, he worked with us by providing guidance and tips to improve the appraisal of our home, as well as working with the buyers in negotiating closing costs and repairs. James is truly a selfless person and will do everything to exceed your expectations. I dont think any other realtor could have closed this deal the way James did. Words cant express how grateful we are for James, we can only hope we will have a realtor as great as him when we house hunt in our new town. You can trust James to take care of your every realty need in the Antelope Valley. We bought our first home with James, and sold our first home with James. He is forever apart of our family, and if we ever return to the Antelope Valley, we will absolutely call him to represent us once again for our realty needs!
ZillowVERIFIEDI first met James 19 years ago when I had the privilege of being the first house he sold as James Baker Realty which sold in 12 hours. Over the years I would contact James from time to time with real estate questions and he always made time to give me his best advice. I always felt James had mine and my family?s best interest in mind, not his commission. So when it was time for my son to purchase his first home there was only one person I knew to call. James Baker and his loan team got my son pre-qualified and looking at homes the next day. After looking at a couple of homes we saw a new listing and contacted James at 6:30 in the morning and by 7:30 we were viewing the home and by 9:00 an offer letter was turned in and excepted that night. This is the dedication you need to purchase a home in today?s competitive market. Thank you, James, forgetting my son his dream home and God bless you and your family
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is one of a kind. he has been working on his craft for over 30 years and treats every interaction with the care and attention like it was his first, he adds his personal touch to your cares, needs and wants and is always excited to help your dreams come true. working with him was a delight and an honor to have him help my family turn a rough moving situation into an amazing experience. I have already recommended him to friends. he is a part of the family.
ZillowVERIFIEDHonest, caring, positive, and up-front are just some of the words I would use to describe our agent, James Baker. He was committed to getting us the best house and he did just that! James is available any time of day for any reason or concern. He is very prompt with paperwork and assistance with confusing documents. James is by far the most knowledgeable agent when it comes to the process of buying and selling in addition to being an expert at the legal ramifications of real estate and the mortgage business. Due to the quality of the home and listing, our specific property should have sold to another buyer months before, but the sellers stated they would need time to find another property after close of Escrow. While this may have discouraged other buyers, James used his knowledge and creativity to draw up a plan to make the sale happen smoothly. He is detail oriented and he always goes out of his way to make sure we understand what we are doing and where we are in the process. James uses a custom MLS to help us more quickly find the best properties which saved us tons of time and effort. He works very well with other realtors and is polite and professional, but he gets down to business to help you complete the tedious paperwork to close the deal. This entire experience was amazing and much less stressful with James Baker on our side. We recommend James above all agents!
ZillowVERIFIEDWe really enjoyed working with Mr. James Baker, he was wonderful. A man of God and he kept his word. If I was to upgrade my home again he would be the person Id go to. We learned a lot form James. Im so pleased with our New home.
ZillowVERIFIEDJames is an amazing man and Broker who is very good at what he does . When we met James it was at his home so that we could sit down and discuss what we were looking for, when we were planning to buy, and where. He took a lot of notes, he was extremely attentive to our needs and desires. He makes you feel like you are his only client. You get the sense that he cares as much as you do about getting just the right house. He isnt about just making the sell, he is about making sure you get what you want and that the price is right for the property you are buying. In other words, if he doesnt feel the property is worth what is being asked or that the property is under par, he will honestly advise against it. James becomes like family, you can mark my words on that. He isnt just a broker once you start working with him, he finds a place in your heart. You can always reach him day or night. He truly cares about his clients and he goes the extra mile for them. He is a very pleasant, loving, family man, but can be aggressive where he needs to be such as in putting in offers and making counter offers. He wont allow you to be taken advantage of in any way. It will sound like just something you just say on such reviews, but behind these next words are real meaning He really did get us our dream home It met all of our must have check lists and then some. The pool and sauna was a bonus. That wasnt a must have, but it added to just how beautiful the home already is. We wouldnt dream of having anybody else now. In all our future buy or sell situations James Baker is the man for us. He comes highly recommended and with good reason. We now join the long, growing, list of people that love him and recommend him for all of your home buying and or selling needs.
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