Sally Forster Jones is one of the top real estate brokers in Southern California and has closed more than 6,000 transactions totaling $9.5+ billion in career sales.
As founder and CEO of the Sally Forster Jones Group, she leads a successful real estate team that continues to set the bar for Los Angeles real estate. Under Sally’s leadership, the team has been a constant fixture on the REAL Trends “The Thousand” list, where it has ranked among the nation’s top real estate teams year after year. In 2019, the Sally Forster Jones Group was also inducted into the inaugural class of the Inman Golden I Club as the top luxury team in the nation. Sally herself maintains a consistent presence on several “best of” lists for real estate production, including The Hollywood Reporter’s list of Top 30 Real Estate Agents and the Los Angeles Business Journal’s annual ranking of residential real estate brokers, where she was named among the top five agents for total L.A. County sales volume in 2019.
Sally’s landmark sales — including a $70 million estate to her client Markus Persson, the creator of Minecraft, and the Spelling Manor, which set the record for the highest-priced residential property listed for sale at the time — have garnered international media attention from The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, Bloomberg, CNN and Forbes. Valued for her luxury real estate expertise and insights, she has spoken on local and international panels and is frequently called upon by the media as an expert. She continues to provide broadcast interviews and guided tours of significant properties to CNBC, NBC LA and CNN Money, among other television outlets.
With the support of her dedicated team of agents and support staff, Sally can effectively tailor the buying and selling process to each individual client. In addition to the entire Compass organization, she employs real estate listing and transaction experts and marketing professionals to facilitate in the preparation, marketing, escrow, and sale of each property. Creative and distinguished marketing is one of Sally’s hallmarks; she works with each client to create a marketing plan customized for a property. Taken all together, this makes the Sally Forster Jones Group one of the most exceptional and personalized real estate experiences in all of Los Angeles.
Much of Sally’s success can be traced back to her integrity, innate people skills and humble roots. Growing up in New York, Sally’s family instilled the value of hard work, and the importance of saving and investing. She saw how real estate could be a powerful wealth-building tool and was inspired to help others achieve their dreams. Sally’s infectious passion for real estate, combined with her natural ability to read and understand people, are the qualities that continue to define her real estate legacy. She puts her clients at instant ease – whether they are selling a $1 million house or a $55 million estate – and continues to inspire some of L.A.’s most talented real estate agents to join her team. “Real estate is a relationship business,” she is fond of saying, and her business reflects a belief in the human touch even as she integrates modern real estate technology.
"Sally Forster Jones landed Compass’ highest L.A.-area sale for 2021 with the $44 million purchase of a property dubbed the Brentwood Oasis, a seven-bed, 11-bath property on 1.26 acres that includes a basketball court, automobile showroom, putting green and sports simulator room. She also repped the buyer of a house sold for $9.2 million by Pharrell Williams; repped Kim Kardashian BFF Allison Statter in the purchase of a $15 million estate in Bel-Air; and holds the nearly $37 million listing on a property in Bel Air that includes a historic Japanese garden." Continue reading: hollywoodreporter.com
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7 Beds | 7.5 Baths | 7,000 SF Living | 8,695 SF Lot
Listed by Sally Forster Jones & Nicole Plaxen
Sally Forster Jones • DRE 00558939 • Compass
Expected Completion — Summer 2023
Presenting a resort-inspired lifestyle at the prestigious and modern Serenity, a masterfully designed residence situated in one of the most renowned zip codes in Southern California, 90402, north of Montana Avenue. From this highly coveted 23rd Street location, behold striking vistas of the Pacific and discover calming ocean breezes amidst prime shopping and fine dining. This serene sanctuary affords absolute luxury, offering a unique design with an open floor plan and world-class amenities. There are seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a powder room, elevator, double-island kitchen fitted with state-of-the-art appliances, two wet bars, four fireplaces, and folding doors that open to invite gentle ocean winds within. Experience a life rich in comfort and leisure with an expansive rooftop deck, 1,000-square-foot two-story ADU, movie theatre, wine cellar, and meditation room. The rear grounds are an entertainer's dream, including a pool and spa with eight-jet water feature and LED lighting, outdoor fireplace, grassy play areas, and multiple spaces for lounging. The home's elegant form is constructed while keeping openness and clarity top of mind, allowing its light-filled interiors to seamlessly converge with the lush exteriors enveloped by soothing ocean breezes. Four levels comprise a rooftop, upper level, lobby, and basement, with a two-car garage and separate ADU. Welcome to this exquisite property offering the ultimate in resort living at the very forefront of chic, modern design.
Listed by Sally Forster Jones, Tamara Bakir, & Marc de Longville
Sally Forster Jones • DRE 00558939 • Compass
Presenting Château des Anges, a magnificent residence of elegant charm and character, positioned on a promontory above the famous Sunset Strip and offering some of the most spectacular panoramas of the city, from Downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Ocean. This private,gated view estate rests at the end of a cul-de-sac,has never before been on the market, and has been impeccably maintained and freshly painted.With over 9,000 square feet of living space, the floor plan is perfect for entertaining guests and hosting grand-scale events and parties. Inside, large Doric columns line the voluminous ballroom with its opulent chandeliers crafted in the same factory as those inthe Palace of Versailles, Hualien Jademarble floors, coffered barrel ceiling, French doors, and enormous picture window framing incredible LA basin vistas. On either side of the space, a large library with parlor and a vast formal dining room can be found. The kitchen includes an oversize island, custom built-in appliances and cabinetry, and an adjacent breakfast room. The west wing of the home houses the primary suite with dual en-suite bathrooms and office. There is also a meditation room, gym, and twomassive wraparound basementstorage areas, one of which has been upgraded to a safe room. Outside, there are multiple patios for lounging, sunbathing, and dining al-fresco near the stately, sparkling pool with its triad of water-spouting masque grotesques. An enchanting angel statue, named ‘La Reine des Étoiles’ or‘The Queen of the Stars’ byartistsPeter Dudar and Sally Marr,is perched above the whirlpool spa, at once guardian and ambassador of a life well lived. Welcome to this secluded sanctuary in a coveted location just a two-minute drive to Sunset Plaza and momentsto Beverly Hills and the plentiful restaurants, shops, boutiques, high fashion, nightlife, and entertainment along famous Sunset Boulevard.
Sally Forster Jones | The $6 Billion Dollar Agent to the Stars | DIGSTV Titans of Real Estate
In this episode, you'll hear about how Sally Forster Jones’ humble beginnings and work ethic are foundational to her purpose-driven life and her success in real estate is truly remarkable as she consistently sells over $300M per year as a top-ranked agent in the U.S. DIGS takes a look behind the curtain to see what makes Sally Forster Jones one of the most preeminent realtors in the world.
Inspirational hardly covers it in this special episode of DIGS Influencers as we hear the story of a living legend in the real estate industry – Sally Forster Jones. Sally’s journey began in Germany where her parents were Polish Holocaust survivors before immigrating to the United States at a young age.
Top Quotes
"I had to figure it out. I had to figure it out on my own. How do I succeed? What do I do to succeed? What is really interesting to me? What do I want? What is my life going to be like? And you never really know, but, but it was really my responsibility to fight and do and make it, you know, just make my own direction."
"...This was not my first sale representing Candy Spelling. It was actually the sixth so there was a lead up to it. So I did have a track record. I did have an introduction to Candy Spelling through another source. Just someone who connected me with her. And then with that, there were other properties that I did represent. So after that, that was really the lead up to getting such a monumental and impressive property".
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SOLD A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN BEVERLY HILLS
"I don’t live locally, so it’s been essential for me to have a trusted real estate advisor. Sally has helped me throughout my ownership of the property, advised on the best resources, and helped plan the best strategy for my valued home. She always listened carefully to understand my preferences and objectives and subtly steered me away from what would otherwise have been mistakes. In short, Sally has been my trusted source for real estate. Sally, Nicole, and the entire team took a very aggressive hands-on approach to secure me the best buyer in this rapidly shifting market. The listings team spent a great amount of time with a staging company incorporating just the perfect amount of staged accessories and lighting to make my house present well. I was very impressed with the property preparation as well as Sally’s ability to negotiate multiple offers for me in a declining market. I am confident that they always consider my best interests in my real estate holdings, and I feel as if they treat my financial assets as their own with special care, thoughtfulness, and utmost attention."
BOUGHT AND SOLD A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN BEVERLY HILLS
"Sally Forster Jones and her entire team posses an elegant and professional character in every aspect of the real estate sales and purchase process. They were responsive to us as clients during the sale of 2 homes and the purchase of another within the last year. They were available 24/7 to answer and address varying issues that arose during the complex process of buying and selling. They gave us invaluable guidance in the art of listing our home and in the negotiations that take place thereafter. Being good listeners they understood who we were as human beings and our established priorities. They did it all with kindness, sensitivity and constant encouragement. In every way they are a class act."
SOLD A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN BEVERLY HILLS
"Sally represented my family in the sale of my grandparents' home and the result far exceeded my expectations (which were high!). Sally has a truly remarkable knowledge of the local real estate market and potential buyers for high-end properties. She also has a great demeanor and handled sensitive topics with grace and professionalism. Her group presented our home for sale in an ideal way and using a clear strategy, and I believe that is why we maximized our sale price. We got a bunch of offers and sold the property immediately. She's the best."
BOUGHT A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN HERMOSA BEACH
"We worked with Sally Forster Jones and her team of professionals recently to assist us with the purchase of a beach property. Sally was prompt, professional, patient and available. It was a really smooth transaction from start to finish. Thank you Sally and Team!"
SOLD A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN BEVERLY HILLS
"I remember the phone call where a friend recommended Sally Forster Jones as an agent to list and sell our parents' 90210 home of almost 60 years. He described exactly the agent that Sally would prove to be -- knowledgeable, tireless, honest, frank, straightforward, responsive, and more. Sally put together a thoughtful program for preparing our home for sale, getting maximum exposure and dealing effectively with multiple offers. She understood the psyche of buyers in our neighborhood and advised us accordingly. She was always easy to reach by text or phone, and returned calls promptly even as she zipped through the canyons and hillsides of West LA. Her team was effective in meeting the needs of a 100-year-old home, from decluttering to staging and photos, and were very responsible with the home and its complexities (alarm systems, etc.) through the numerous showings that resulted from their effective media exposure. The sale was completed much in the manner - timing and price - that Sally predicted in our first meeting. Through it all, she was a calming and rational presence. Sally Forster Jones has my highest recommendation."
SOLD A CONDO HOME IN AGOURA HILLS
"I just sold my first property with the Sally Forster Jones Group, the work ethic, the knowledge, the responsiveness, the ease of guiding me through a very new process for me was second to none. The team, from Anita, to Melanie, to Nicole, to Sally herself, catered to my novice needs, like I was their only client. I didn’t know exactly what to expect from a group that sells the ultimate Los Angeles properties, selling my condo with them, but they all treated me like royalty and gave me specialized attention. I am eternally grateful I went with the Sally Forster Jones Group…."
SOLD A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN MARINA DEL REY
"Sally, Kathryn, and the broader exceeded expectations across the board. From the onset, Sally and Kathryn crafted a strategy that fit with my goals and how best to manage the tradeoffs around timing, pre-closing improvements, and approach to listing price. To start, they transformed the look and feel of the house in a few short weeks by calling on their network of vendors (painter/stager). When the initial staging wasn’t quite what they were looking for, they did not accept ‘fine’ and required the staging group to come out a second time. I thought the initial staging was fine, the second one was much better. I really appreciated the thoughtfulness and care that went into this. Once we listed, a well oiled machine went into motion. Their listing strategy culminated in a highly competitive bidding process that culminated in a final price that was more than 20% above our list. Throughout the closing process they were professional, ethical, and assertive in their interactions with buyers and representation of my interests. I can’t recommend this team enough."
Vincent provided consistently exceptional service during our home buying process. His professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to getting us a home were second to none. He was always available to answer questions and arrange showings. When it came to the house we ultimately bought, Vincent was a shrewd and tough negotiator. We offered below listing price, and Vincent's negotiation skills led to the seller accepting our offer without countering. Most importantly, Vincent was always kind, patient, and supportive throughout the entire process. He made what could have been a stressful experience enjoyable and fun. We truly appreciated his guidance and support, and we highly recommend his services to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
BOUGHT A HOME IN BRENTWOOD
Anita was so awesome! We (my wife and I) were referred to her through RBN (Real Buyer Network) - as first time homebuyers, we didn't really know anything about the process of buying a house, and were skeptical about this referral network and the agents in it. However, we talked to Anita on the phone and got a good vibe! We were already eyeing a house we saw on Zillow, and Anita was so quick to set us up with a house search, accompanying us to open houses, setting us up with a trusted mortgage lender, and getting the process rolling immediately - as soon as we called her, and no buyer agent contract required! It may be atypical - but within two weeks of us contacting her, we put in a successful offer, and a month later, we're moving in! Anita was instrumental in helping us with every step along the way, putting in a successful/competitive bid, successfully negotiating with the seller's agent about all sorts of things, including getting concessions for house repairs and cleaning, connecting us with a great home inspector, making sure everything went smoothly. We felt like she was always on our team and had our best interests in mind. She was so professional, available, quick, and responsive throughout the whole process. We're so glad that we had her as our agent, and we highly recommend her!
SOLD A HOME IN LOS ANGELES
Vincent helped us tremendously every step of the way. From the planning of the sale, to suggesting specific improvements, to the open houses and ultimately to a sale in just two weeks! And during the closing process, Vincent and his team coordinated perfectly to make sure the whole experience was stress free and the sale was completed without any hiccups at all. I would absolutely recommend Vincent to anyone looking to buy or sell a house in Los Angeles. He's incredibly knowledgeable and a really great person as well.
SOLD A HOME IN LOS ANGELES
From the get go, Adam was on top of everything. Had all the documents for my condo ordered the moment he got my listing, asked me all the right questions and he answered all of mine as well . He communicated with me throughout the entire escrow process while being in separate countries and got the job done without any headaches or hiccups. He’s professional, ethical, hardworking and I’d recommend him to anyone who’s looking for a top realtor.
BOUGHT A SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN LOS ANGELES
Adam is an exceptional real estate professional. He cares deeply about his clients and his work - he takes pride in moving families into spaces that they have dreamed about. He's direct and candid when he needs to be and helped us navigate this very complex process seamlessly. He was a trusted advisor as we went through this buying process. It was very complicated for us as we were doing new construction and we had a lot of unexpected events - design blocks, supply chain issues, miscommunication, etc. He was a true professional and made himself available whenever we needed him. He made us feel comfortable and always educated us about the process. We are in our dream home because of Adam - if you don't work with him, you're not working with the BEST!
SOLD A CONDO IN WEST LA
Working with Adam was a wonderful experience! He’s thorough, honest, reliable, kind and did a great job selling our West LA condo! Would highly recommend working with Adam and hope to work with him again in the future!
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