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F Ron Smith

F Ron Smith
Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)
Los Angeles - CA

Salesperson (CA: 00961954)

38 years experience

REALTOR® 15 Active Listings Serves Los Angeles County, CA
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About F Smith

F. Ron Smith, a seasoned real estate professional with a robust entrepreneurial background, co-founded Partners Trust (now Compass) in 2009, driven by a vision to establish a discerning and principled real estate brokerage. Under his leadership and innovative marketing strategies, the firm has achieved over $14 billion in sales. With three decades of experience in the industry, F. Ron has personally facilitated more than $1.8 billion in residential real estate transactions, consistently ranking among the top producers in the field.

In 2014, to expand the company's global footprint, F. Ron co-founded Leverage Global Partners, a unique network of boutique independent real estate firms spanning 16 countries and encompassing 5,713 agents across 163 markets. He attributes his enduring success as a local real estate authority to his deep-rooted connections within the community. F. Ron takes great satisfaction in matching clients with homes that meet their needs and neighborhoods that align with their lifestyles. His expertise as a trusted advisor extends to all aspects of real estate, including construction, home staging, color selection, and landscaping, allowing him to prepare properties for sale in a manner that maximizes their market potential.

F. Ron collaborates with David Berg, a fellow Pacific Union Associate, to form Smith & Berg Partners. Together, they leverage their extensive knowledge of the local market and a shared sense of humor to serve a diverse clientele, including business leaders, celebrities, residential developers, and individual buyers and sellers throughout Los Angeles. Their team has successfully brokered some of the most significant real estate transactions on the Westside, with their listings frequently featured in prominent publications such as the Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Curbed, and The Hollywood Reporter, making them a go-to resource for media inquiries.

F. Ron’s passion for architecture and design is evident in his expertise in new construction, which he recently applied to the design of his own home in Brentwood. A long-time resident of the Westside, he lives with his wife Tracy, with whom he has shared nearly 30 years of marriage, and they take pride in their two sons, Evan and Brandon. An avid traveler, F. Ron enjoys fitness, fine wine, exceptional coffee, and live music. He actively supports various charitable organizations, including the Children’s Burn Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Jewish Federation, and the Concern Foundation for cancer research. When not engaged in client interactions or closing deals, F. Ron finds joy in discovering vintage sipping tequila or savoring a top-quality espresso, with a particular fondness for the Mandorla, an almond milk cappuccino from Caffe Luxxe in Brentwood, which he considers one of the finest brews available.

Los Angeles County, CA Real Estate Market Analysis (Single Family Homes)

$2,337,980
Avg. Listing Price
From F's portfolio
3.7 / 3.1
Avg. Beds/Baths
Typical property size
2,510 sf
Avg. Square Footage
Interior living space
12013
Active Listings
Current inventory

Los Angeles County represents one of the most dynamic and complex real estate markets in the United States, encompassing nearly 4,800 square miles of diverse communities from beachfront properties in Manhattan Beach to sprawling suburban developments in the San Fernando Valley. With 65,189 total actively licensed agents operating throughout the region, this market demonstrates both the incredible opportunity and intense competition that defines Southern California real estate.

The sheer scale of agent activity in Los Angeles County reflects the market's constant motion, with all 65,189 agents maintaining active email communications as they navigate transactions ranging from million-dollar Beverly Hills estates to first-time buyer condominiums in emerging neighborhoods like Arts District downtown. This level of professional engagement creates a sophisticated network where market intelligence, deal flow, and client relationships drive billions in annual transaction volume across vastly different price points and property types.

Major Los Angeles County, California Real Estate Markets

The county's real estate landscape divides into distinct market ecosystems, each with unique characteristics and price dynamics. The Westside commands premium valuations with cities like Santa Monica, Venice, and Culver City leading luxury and tech-driven demand, while the San Fernando Valley offers more accessible entry points in communities such as Burbank, Glendale, and Woodland Hills. Meanwhile, the South Bay markets of Torrance, Redondo Beach, and Palos Verdes attract families seeking coastal proximity with suburban amenities.

Emerging markets in previously overlooked areas continue reshaping the county's real estate narrative, with neighborhoods like Silver Lake, Highland Park, and parts of South Los Angeles experiencing significant appreciation driven by demographic shifts and infrastructure improvements. The San Gabriel Valley, including cities like Pasadena, Arcadia, and Alhambra, has become increasingly attractive to international buyers, particularly from Asia, creating distinct market dynamics that require specialized expertise and cultural understanding.

Market Dynamics and Geographic Complexity

Los Angeles County's real estate market operates more like a collection of interconnected submarkets than a single unified system, with micro-neighborhoods often showing dramatically different trends within the same ZIP code. Factors such as school district boundaries, proximity to major employers like entertainment studios or tech companies, and transportation access via Metro lines create complex valuation patterns that challenge even experienced agents to master comprehensively.

The market's complexity extends beyond geography to include diverse housing stock ranging from historic Craftsman homes in South Pasadena to ultra-modern condominiums in West Hollywood, each requiring specialized knowledge about maintenance, regulations, and buyer expectations. Seasonal patterns vary significantly across different price segments, with luxury markets showing distinct cycles compared to starter home segments, while rental markets in areas near major universities and employment centers maintain their own rhythms independent of sales activity.

Why Businesses Need Los Angeles County, California Agent Contact Data

Companies serving the real estate industry can leverage comprehensive agent contact information to target their marketing efforts across this fragmented but lucrative market, reaching professionals who collectively influence billions in annual transactions. Whether offering mortgage services, home insurance, staging services, or technology solutions, businesses need direct access to agents who understand their specific market segments and can provide qualified referrals within Los Angeles County's complex ecosystem.

The county's agent network serves as a crucial distribution channel for everything from luxury home furnishings to first-time buyer education programs, making targeted outreach essential for companies seeking to establish market presence. With agents specializing in everything from celebrity estates in the Hollywood Hills to investment properties in downtown Los Angeles, businesses can achieve remarkable precision in their marketing efforts when equipped with detailed contact data that reflects each agent's geographic focus and client demographics.

Contact Information

Brokerage
Compass
Office Address
11740 San Vicente Blvd Ste 203
Los Angeles, CA  90049
(Los Angeles County)
Office Phone
310-500-3931
Office Fax
310-858-6866
Mobile
310-569-4889
Email
fron@************

Service Areas

Los Angeles: CA Veterans Administration: CA Pacific Palisades: CA Santa Monica: CA Beverly Hills: CA

Current Property Listings

As of 1/31/2026, F Smith has 15 properties for sale in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. These are the top 10 listings.

$2,498,000

Listed 2026-01-06

2215 5th St Unit B
Santa Monica, CA  90405

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.5
Sq Ft: 2,161
Lot: 5,589 sf
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$1,898,000

Listed 2025-10-10

649 N Las Casas Ave
Pacific Palisades, CA  90272

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Lot: 10,023 sf
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$7,995,000

Listed 2026-01-30

401 Ocean Ave Unit 2
Santa Monica, CA  90402

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 5.5
Sq Ft: 3,655
Lot: 22,507 sf
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$3,898,000

Listed 2026-01-08

2013 Louella Ave
Venice, CA  90291

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 4.5
Sq Ft: 3,175
Lot: 5,454 sf
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$2,026,000

Listed 2025-12-01

518 Muskingum Pl
Pacific Palisades, CA  90272

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Lot: 9,766 sf
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$4,980,000

Listed 2026-01-07

717 Toyopa Dr
Pacific Palisades, CA  90272

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Lot: 11,060 sf
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$649,000

Listed 2025-10-02

100 S Doheny Dr Apt 506
Los Angeles, CA  90048

Beds: 2.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 884
Lot: 90,113 sf
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$20,998,000

Listed 2026-01-08

10386 Strathmore Dr
Los Angeles, CA  90024

Beds: 8.0
Baths: 8.5
Sq Ft: 12,216
Lot: 26,846 sf
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$5,049,999

Listed 2026-01-24

11957 Modjeska Pl
Los Angeles, CA  90066

Beds: 5.0
Baths: 5.5
Sq Ft: 5,263
Lot: 9,583 sf
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$11,985,000

Listed 2025-12-01

1744 Reedvale Ln
Los Angeles, CA  90049

Beds: 5.0
Baths: 5.5
Sq Ft: 6,308
Lot: 36,120 sf
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Current Property Rentals

As of 1/31/2026, F Smith has the following rental properties available in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. These are the top 10 listings.

$110,000

Listed 2025-10-27

13164 Boca De Canon Ln
Los Angeles, CA  90049

Beds: 7.0
Baths: 7.5
Sq Ft: 10,947
Lot: 32,888 sf
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