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Jim Klinge
Klinge Realty Group
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- 682 S. Coast Hwy 101, Suite #110
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A+ thank youTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Many years ago, we purchased a home in Carlsbad, using a realtor that was recommended to us - Jim Klinge. Fast forward to 2025, we recently had the privilege of selling 2 homes in Carlsbad, CA and didn't hesitate to reach out to Jim and Donna Klinge of Klinge Realty Group to guide us through the sales. The transactions were very different, each with its own unique situation, opportunities and challenges. From start to finish, Donna and Jim helped navigate the pre-sale preparation, the listing, showing of the house, buyer negotiations, the final close and all of the paperwork and decisions in between. What stands out with both transactions is the professionalism of Jim and Donna (and their team), wonderful communication (timely, relevant, concise), their deep understanding of market dynamics (setting realistic expectations), their access to top-notch contractors, and last, their ability to guide us across the finish line successfully. We wouldn't hesitate to use Jim and Donna in the future and highly recommend them for anyone looking to buy or sell a property in North San Diego County.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We sold a home with Jim and Donna and from beginning to end they were consummate professionals. Their initial walk through the property resulted in a list of items to be repaired or updated. They supplied a list of vendors and job quotes to do the repairs and updates. We originally wanted to sell ‘as is’ and just get it over with. They gave us a selling price for ‘as is’ and options for doing a few updates/repairs to doing it all with the selling price for each option. We agreed to do all they suggested and we sold for the exact price they predicted. For every dollar spent we got back more than $2 back in the selling price. And they got that price in a rising interest rate environment! Donna and Jim are extremely detailed and guide you through ever aspect of the sale. There were no surprises thanks to their guidance. We couldn’t be more pleased with their representation. Thank you Donna and Jim, Jerry and MaryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have known Jim & Donna Klinge for over a dozen years, having met them in Carlsbad where our children went to the same school. As long time North County residents, it was a no- brainer for us to have the Klinges be our eyes and ears for San Diego real estate in general and North County in particular. As my military career caused our family to move all over the country and overseas to Asia, Europe and the Pacific, we trusted Jim and Donna to help keep our house in Carlsbad rented with reliable and respectful tenants for over 10 years. Naturally, when the time came to sell our beloved Carlsbad home to pursue a rural lifestyle in retirement out of California, we could think of no better team to represent us than Jim and Donna. They immediately went to work to update our house built in 2004 to current-day standards and trends — in 2 short months they transformed it into a literal modern-day masterpiece. We trusted their judgement implicitly and followed 100% of their recommended changes. When our house finally came on the market, there was a blizzard of serious interest, we had multiple offers by the third day and it sold in just 5 days after a frenzied bidding war for 20% above our asking price! The investment we made in upgrades recommended by Jim and Donna yielded a 4-fold return, in the process setting a new high water mark for a house sold in our community. In our view, there are no better real estate professionals in all of San Diego than Jim and Donna Klinge. Buying or selling, you must run and beg Jim and Donna Klinge to represent you! Our family will never forget Jim, Donna, and their whole team at Compass — we are forever grateful to them.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. WeI had the pleasure of working with Klinge Realty Group to sell our home in Carmel Valley, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! Jim and Donna demonstrated exceptional professionalism, offering expert guidance on market conditions and pricing strategy, which resulted in a quick and successful sale. Communication was prompt and we were well-informed throughout the entire process. For anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate team, look no further! ---Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Donna and Jim Klinge of Klinge Realty Group have our highest possible recommendation. From Donna and Jim’s first visit to our house through closing their advice and counsel was candid and honest in all dealings. They kept us fully informed throughout the process. The house sold less than three days after listing with a two-week closing. My wife and I have sold several houses during our lives. This was by far the best experience. Klinge Reality is a premium service realtor. You can’t make a better choice for someone to sell your home fast and for top dollar.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Donna and Jim provided exceptional support and professionalism throughout the entire process. We couldn't have been happier with their efforts. They made our house shine, and thanks to their expertise, it sold above the listing price in the very first weekend! Truly a fantastic experience from start to finish.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This year has been difficult on our family, mainly due to having to sell our home. Thankfully we knew God had a plan for us and working with the Klinge team was a key part of it. It was an obvious decision to work with them again after such an amazing experience when purchasing the same home we needed to sell. The challenge was, how will we do this in so little time with so much going on? Jim and Donna held our hand every step of the way. Whenever an unexpected issue arose they found and provided a solution. Never once did we feel pressured to make a decision and the Klinges were always reassuring after providing the information that the decision was ours to make. Despite the curve balls, they never panicked and exemplified the “can do” attitude, making us feel optimistic and taken care of. Their expertise and professionalism was superb. But of all the reasons to work with the Klinges, the most impactful and valuable is their compassion and genuine care for their clients. We pray that we can one day purchase our forever home and you better believe that Jim and Donna will be representing us - as long as they will have us of course. Thank you again Klinge team! Your execution, experience, and care are unmatched.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jim and Donna were fantastic! Jim understanding my needs, recommending potential places, pointing out the pros and cons of each property was invaluable. Then when the offer was accepted Donna’s organized guidance through the inspections, paperwork etc made the whole process seem effortless. So grateful that I had them on my side!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We first found Jim through his blog at bubbleinfo.com, which really showcased his knowledge of SoCal real estate. Since then we've done three transactions with Jim and Donna, and they are an incredible full service agency, with Jim's deep market insight and Donna's deft contract and project management. We trust them implicitly in their analysis and strategy, which is based on years of experience. They're always available and on top of things, and we strongly recommend them to anyone.Load more
Sounds like you are driving, filming and leafing through papers simultaneously? At least I don’t hear you chewing gum, so that’s a relief.
Jim,
Thanks for the tip on ocean views. This is why I continue to follow your blog. If you’re not local, there is no way you know these things.
My wife and I lived in Phoenix for a short while. Beautiful views, etc. But none of the realtors told us before we moved there that we’d wind up living like Batman. Most of the day the shades were shut on all of our windows because of the heat from the sun. The 2 months of “winter” were fine, but the rest of the time we lived in a bat cave.
A disorienting experience that we never got use to.
100k for a good view sounds about right if you are in a modest price range say 750k-1M. View homes also tend to be a lot more private so that is worth considering as well. I had the full on 180′ westerly sunset ocean view in a previous house and for us it was more about the sunset then the ocean although it was cool to watch the sun fade into the water. We were about 2 miles from the water and probably had about 150 or so good view days out of the year and probably 50 of those were write home about spectacular. One thing we never got tired of was the ocean breeze. That is damn hard to replace in fly-over country.
I work from home and stare out the same window all day while I work the phones. A view is worth a lot more than 100K to me because of this telecommute lifestyle. I don’t think the average person telecommutes…yet. But that is changing.
Agree with justme. I have a pano-view home with never can be blocked moutain and city light views and often work from home – the feeling of expansiveness and openness it provides is worth a lot psychologically. Here in my county, not sure that is $100k, but agree it’s something.
….and, if I don’t get my money back because someone doesn’t value the view as much as me…I’d be surprised but I’m 100% ok with that. It’s only money. 😉 I at least have a chance at recouping money someday but not years spent looking at a boring view.
Let me ask this: now that you can get large flat panel screens, you can eschew the windows and make believe you live anywhere. Either with photos or with web cam feeds. No windows (or the minimum code requires) can save energy. So if you have several you can pretend you live on the beach one day and Mammoth the next.
On a clear night, with a full moon and depending on where it is, you should see some ocean, right?
Lyle, I have a surf cam attached to the attic of my home where I can watch white water views of premium surf spots (well…premium for north county) from any tv in the house. Technology is cool. I’ve had it for 10 years. I wanted to believe that the 300K premium for the white water view side of the street was ridiculous and that I would be satisfied with the same thing via a cam that I controlled.
I was young and naive. It is better than no view but like most things in life, nothing beats the real thing.
“On a clear night, with a full moon and depending on where it is, you should see some ocean, right?”
I was thinking on similar lines. One of the best surprises I got from my ocean view was absolutely stunning moonsets on the water in the winter.
Another nice thing: I can gauge if the sun is reaching the beach on a summer day with fluctuating marine layer, and even how many cars are in the parking lot at Torrey Pines. And on a dead dark night I can watch the occasional lonely vehicle driving along the coast highway. Santa Ana days are so alarmingly clear that you can almost feel the spray off the waves from 2 miles away. Peaceful stuff that is priceless to me. 100K seems a deal, though I would echo the above comment that you have to factor in price of the home, and perhaps consider a percentage instead – say 10 to 20% more? Of course, not all ocean views are equal.
I work from home as well, so would simply never even consider a home without a panoramic view. I did have to give up some things such as home size and my three-car garage. Well worth it though.
June gloom is right. I will never buy coastal here simply because of that reason.
I prefer heat and sun…especially in spring.
You dont get that within 2 miles of the coast in May/June.
Thats why I live Dluz area
I must concur about the moon over the ocean on a clear night. I’ve never lived with such a view, but I’ve gone to visit one many times.
IMHO, a full moon doesn’t work as well as a waxing half or three-quarter moon. At midnight, a full moon will be directly overhead, whereas a waxing half moon will be just hitting the horizon, reflecting off the ocean. Absolutely gorgeous.