Scott Himelstein is the founder of the Scott Himelstein Group at Park Regency Realty, with over 21 years of experience and 500+ career transactions across the San Fernando Valley. He’s ranked #1 at Park Regency among 180+ agents for 2025–26, recognized by RealTrends as a top 1.5% agent nationwide, and holds 270+ verified five-star reviews across Google, Zillow, and Realtor.com. Scott is also a Certified Trust and Probate Expert (CTPE) and e-PRO® designee.

Scott primarily serves Porter Ranch, Granada Hills, Chatsworth, Northridge, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Woodland Hills, West Hills, and the broader San Fernando Valley. He’s a longtime local resident, not just an agent working the territory — meaning real, on-the-ground knowledge of pricing, schools, and neighborhood trends.

You’ll get a free, no-obligation consultation by phone, text, or in person. Scott will ask about your goals and timeline, walk you through current conditions in your specific neighborhood, and outline a clear next step — whether that’s a home valuation, a buyer strategy session, or simply answering your questions.

No. An initial conversation, consultation, or home valuation carries no obligation and requires no signed agreement. Scott believes in earning your business through honest guidance first.

Start with a free, instant home valuation, or request a full Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) directly from Scott. A CMA is more precise than an automated estimate because it accounts for your home’s condition, recent upgrades, and true comparable sales — not just algorithm-driven data.

Concierge Plus is Scott’s exclusive pre-listing program that covers the upfront cost of improvements — painting, landscaping, flooring, staging, and more — with zero out-of-pocket expense until closing. Every seller also receives free professional home staging, which consistently drives faster sales at higher prices.

The Trade-in Program is designed for sellers who want to buy their next home before selling their current one, removing the stress of trying to time two transactions perfectly. It’s a smart option if you’ve found your next home but don’t want to be house-hunting and packing on the same deadline.

The Cash Close Program allows sellers to use cash to strengthen their offer on a new home while their current property is being marketed or is in escrow — helping you compete more confidently, especially against other cash buyers.

Every listing gets a full digital marketing strategy: professional photography and cinematic drone footage, YouTube listing videos with AI-optimized titles and search-friendly descriptions, Instagram Reels, and targeted Meta ads served to buyers in the right zip codes, income brackets, and life stages. The goal is exposure that reaches buyers actively searching, not just agents browsing listings.

Timelines vary by neighborhood, price point, and condition, but well-priced, well-marketed homes in areas like Porter Ranch and Granada Hills typically move quickly in the current market. Scott will give you a realistic, data-backed estimate specific to your property during your consultation.

Selling costs typically include the real estate commission, any negotiated repairs or credits, title and escrow fees, and prorated property taxes. With Concierge Plus, upfront prep costs are covered until closing rather than coming out of your pocket beforehand. Scott will walk you through a full net-proceeds estimate before you list.

Not necessarily. Scott will walk your home with you and recommend only the improvements likely to increase your sale price or buyer interest — and through Concierge Plus, those improvements can be made without any upfront cost to you.

After you accept an offer, the transaction moves into contingency periods covering inspections, appraisal, and loan approval, typically over 30–45 days. Scott and his team manage communication with the buyer’s agent, lender, and escrow throughout, so you always know where things stand.

Start with a conversation with Scott about your budget, timeline, and priorities. From there, he’ll connect you with a trusted lender for pre-approval, set up a personalized search on the MLS, and begin touring homes that actually fit what you’re looking for.

It’s strongly recommended. Pre-approval tells you what you can realistically afford and makes your offer far more competitive when you find the right home, especially in multiple-offer situations. Scott works with reliable local lenders and can point you in the right direction if you don’t already have one.

Yes. Scott regularly works with first-time buyers and takes extra care to explain each step in plain language — from pre-approval and contingencies to inspections and closing costs — so the process feels manageable rather than overwhelming.

Yes. Scott works with buyers purchasing new construction, including Toll Brothers communities in Porter Ranch and Valencia. He can help you understand builder pricing, upgrade options, and contract terms, and represent your interests even though the builder has its own sales team on-site.

Scott regularly helps clients relocating to Los Angeles from across the country and abroad. He can arrange virtual tours, provide detailed neighborhood breakdowns covering schools and commute times, and coordinate timing so your move-in lines up with your relocation schedule.

Yes. Scott works with investors exploring accessory dwelling unit (ADU) opportunities and can help identify properties with strong ADU potential, along with general guidance on what to expect from the process.

In most transactions, the seller covers the buyer’s agent commission, meaning there’s typically no direct cost to you for Scott’s representation as a buyer. He’ll clarify exactly how compensation works for your specific transaction during your first conversation.

Beyond your down payment, plan for closing costs (typically 2–5% of the purchase price), home inspection fees, loan origination fees, and prepaid items like property taxes and homeowners insurance. Scott’s preferred lenders can provide a detailed, itemized estimate once you’re under contract.

Yes. Scott works with a network of trusted local lenders experienced in the San Fernando Valley market and can connect you with options suited to your situation.

A home valuation is an estimate of your property’s current market value based on recent comparable sales and market conditions. Scott’s home valuation tool is free with no obligation, and if you want a more precise number, he’ll follow up with a full in-person or virtual Comparative Market Analysis.

A CTPE is an agent formally trained and certified to handle the specific legal, emotional, and logistical complexities of trust and probate real estate — including court confirmation requirements, coordination with estate attorneys and executors, and sensitive family dynamics. Scott is one of a select group of agents in Los Angeles County to hold this certification.

Start with a conversation with Scott about the property’s condition, any existing probate or trust proceedings, and your family’s goals. He’ll help you understand your options and coordinate directly with your estate attorney or successor trustee if needed.

It depends on how the estate is structured and whether the executor has full or limited authority under the Independent Administration of Estates Act (IAEA). Scott works directly with probate courts and estate planning attorneys throughout Los Angeles and can help clarify what’s required in your specific case — for legal specifics, he’ll always recommend confirming with your attorney.

Yes. Scott has extensive experience guiding families with differing opinions through the sale process, patiently explaining each offer and decision point to every beneficiary.

It depends on the property’s condition, the local market, and the estate’s timeline and budget. Scott will walk the home with you, identify which improvements (if any) are likely to increase your net proceeds, and give you a straightforward recommendation — including access to Concierge Plus for pre-sale improvements where appropriate.

With over 21 years of experience, 500+ career transactions, and 270+ verified five-star reviews, Scott is ranked #1 at Park Regency Realty among 180+ agents and recognized by RealTrends as a top 1.5% agent nationwide. Beyond the numbers, clients consistently point to his responsiveness, honesty, and willingness to go beyond a typical transaction — including specialized support for trust and probate sales.

Scott is the founder of the Scott Himelstein Group at Park Regency Realty, based at 9275 Corbin Ave., Northridge, CA 91324.

You can reach Scott directly by phone or text at (818) 396-3311, or by email at Scott@www.scottworks4u.com. His office is located at 9275 Corbin Ave., Northridge, CA 91324.

Scott Himelstein’s California DRE license number is #01452719.

Yes. Scott regularly hosts Seller Seminars covering how to sell in today’s market, along with trust and estate planning workshops held in partnership with estate planning attorneys, and annual client appreciation events.

Real estate doesn’t run on a 9-to-5 schedule, and neither does Scott. He and his team make themselves available for showings, questions, and updates outside of standard business hours whenever possible.