Phoebe Kessler, Realtor

03/06/2026

🍸 If Orange County cities were cocktails… which one would you be ordering?

**Newport Beach** = French 75 → Elegant, bubbly, and effortlessly luxurious.
**Santa Ana** = Craft IPA → Bold, unfiltered, and full of character - the gritty underdog with surprising depth and a loyal following.
**Costa Mesa** = Espresso Martini → Hip, energetic, and a little artsy - keeps the night going with creative vibes and that perfect mix of chill and buzz.

➡️ Do you agree? Drop your neighborhood below and I’ll tell you what drink it would be.

Hi, I’m Phoebe Kessler, your local real estate advisor here in OC. I share all things Orange County + real estate - from hidden gems to homes you’ll love. Thinking about buying, selling, or just curious about the market? Send me a DM, let's chat.

12/11/2025

🌊 Catch me in Oceanside this weekend selling this wonderfully located North Valley home ✨ that has been FULLY UPGRADED throughout including new dual-pane windows, sliders, a new roof, fencing, and ductless A/C! With that being said - This is one you truly DO NOT WANT TO MISS! Contact me today for your private showing or stop by this Sat 12/13 between 12 - 3 PM and LMAO! (let’s make an offer 😉)

10/01/2025

✨ Your First Home ≠ Your Dream Home ✨

So many people think buying a home means finding the dream home right away. Truth is, it’s not about perfection, it’s about getting started.

🏡 Your first home is your first step. The stepping stone to building equity, creating stability, and setting the stage for generational wealth (instead of making your landlord richer every month 💸).

💡 Did you know?

FHA loans allow you to qualify with a credit score as low as 500.

With a 580+ score, you can put just 3.5% down.

Even with lower scores, you may still qualify with 10% down.

That means homeownership could be closer than you think, even if you don’t feel “ready” yet.

🎁 And here’s something extra: I’m giving a $2,500 gift certificate to my next 3 clients who purchase a home with me. Consider it a housewarming bonus!

👉 Stop waiting for the “perfect” dream home. Let’s make a plan, get your foot in the door, and start building toward your dream future.

📲 DM me today to see what’s possible. You might be closer than you think!

09/18/2025

Okay, I have to share this because most people in OC don’t realize what’s happening with new homes 🏡👇

NEW BUILDS | LIMTED INVENTORY

Big communities that were supposed to build thousands of homes are now cutting way back. For example, Orange Heights, a planned housing community in OC, was originally planned for over 12,000 homes… now it’s only going to be about 1,180. The rest is staying preserved for open space and wildlife 🌳. This project is expected to be finished by the spring of 2027.

What does that mean for us?
✨ If you already own, limited new construction = stronger appreciation over time. You may see a immediate dip in your home value initially, but the new home sale prices will set a new benchmark for your neighborhood.
✨ If you’re renting or planning to buy, it means less inventory in the future (aka getting in sooner could save you $$$).
✨ If you invest, fewer homes being built means more demand for rentals and resale down the road.

So basically… owning in Orange County just got a little more valuable. 📈

I’m not saying this to push anyone into buying tomorrow, but if you’ve been thinking about making a move in the next year or two, this is something to keep in mind.

💬 If you’re curious about how this affects your city, reach out. I love digging into this stuff and being a resource for my friends!

Send a message to learn more

10/20/2023

Hey Friends! 🌟

I hope you're all doing well. It's been quite some time since we last connected, and I've got some exciting news to share with you. I've recently dived into the world of real estate and expanded my network. 🏡✨

I'd love to reconnect with old pals, so if you're up for it, please drop me a message with your phone number, email, and mailing address. I promise to keep your information confidential and only use it for keeping you updated on some fantastic real estate developments, including my new partnership with the Fred Sed Group. 🎉

And here's the fun part - a special postcard announcement is on its way to your mailbox! 💌

Let's catch up and stay connected. Just shoot me a message with your details, and you'll officially be part of my inner circle. Can't wait to reconnect and share exciting updates with you all!

Thanks a bunch for considering this. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Phoebe 📞📧🏠

12/27/2022

Monthly interactive data on the effects of interest rates on California's affordability.

12/25/2022

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12/22/2022

2023 is going to be all about ✨inflation✨

12/19/2022

Mortgage rates are likely to fluctuate depending on what happens with inflation moving forward, but they have dropped slightly in recent weeks.

If a 7% rate was too high for you, it may be time to contact a lender to see if the current rate is more in line with your goal for a monthly housing expense.

Mortgage rates have been a hot topic in the housing market over the past 12 months. Compared to the beginning of 2022, rates have risen dramatically. Now they’re dropping, and that has to do with everything happening in the economy. Nadia Evangelou, Senior Economist and Director of Forecasting at ...

12/17/2022

Each new challenge is just another hurdle in the race we call life 🏃🏼‍♀️

12/16/2022

From home sales to prices, the 2023 housing market will be defined by mortgage rates. And where rates go depends on what happens with

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home this year, let’s connect so you understand where the housing market is headed in 2023.

Some Highlights From home sales to prices, the 2023 housing market will be defined by mortgage rates. And where rates go depends on what happens with inflation. If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home this year, let’s connect so you understand where the housing market is headed in 2023.