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A Premiere Home Buying Experience

Buying a home is one of life’s most important decisions and a deeply personal investment. That’s why I’m committed to providing exceptional service and guidance, ensuring every step of your real estate journey is clear, confident, and tailored to your goals.

With over 20 years of San Diego experience and deep knowledge of neighborhoods like Ocean Beach, Point Loma, and beyond, I go above and beyond to find the right home for you. From expert guidance to full-service representation, I handle every detail with care and precision, making the process seamless, stress-free, and focused on what matters most to you.

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Here for Every Step of Your Home Journey!

I’m here to provide personalized guidance and help you achieve your home-buying goals. I take the time to understand your needs and present thoughtful options so you can find the home that’s right for you.

Consultation
Meet with our agents to review your budget, discuss your goals, and understand the buying process, so you’re ready to begin your search.

Consultation

Get Pre-Approved
We’ll connect you with a trusted lender to confirm your budget. A pre-approval strengthens your offer and sets clear expectations.

Get Pre-Approved

Start the hunt
Receive tailored listings based on your needs. Share your favorites, and we’ll schedule showings to explore your top picks.

Start the hunt

Make an Offer
When you find the perfect home, we’ll submit your offer and guide you through every step, including negotiations if needed.

Make an Offer

Negotiations
We’ll represent you during negotiations, working to secure the best possible price and terms for your dream home.

Negotiations

Closing
Celebrate becoming a homeowner! We’ll guide you through closing and ensure everything is in place for your big move.

Closing

Have you seen every house on the market?

I provide my clients with exclusive, early access to off-market properties, giving you a head start in finding your perfect home. With my local connections and insider knowledge, I can help you discover homes not yet available to the public.

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Hear What My Clients Have to Say

"I can’t say enough about my experience working with Cleve to help sell my home. He took on responsibilities that he didn’t have to including being there they day of evicting my former tenant, he wore the hat of project manager of contractors during the repairs, he even went to Home Depot with me to help redo the patio and m
"This was my first time buying a home. I meet with Cleve and I told him this was my first time buying a home. He said he would hold my hand through the process the whole time. And he did. When ever I had questions about the process he would answer all my questions. He would call me or text me with any updates to the house we
"I've now done two transactions with Cleve. In both situations, his experience played heavily into the success of each purchase/listing. As challenges appeared in the purchase, for example, he was able to suggest solutions and help with taking action to complete the purchase in a timely manner. Now with our sale, he has wo
"Very helpful. Cleve went out of his way to help me, even making a trip to check on small questions I had about the house I was interested in. Should I require other assistance in his area I will definitely contact him directly. I highly recommend him."
"When I was thinking about selling our rental condo in La Mesa, I checked out the real estate sites and was contacted soon after by Cleve Shirley, who offered an evaluation with no obligation. Because I hadn't really decided to sell at that point six months ago, I was as clear as possible that this might be a waste of his t

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From scenic coastal communities to vibrant urban hubs, San Diego offers a lifestyle for every taste. Explore Ocean Beach, Point Loma, and their unique neighborhoods to find the area that fits your ideal way of living. Dive into local insights, hidden gems, and the character of each community to make a confident, informed choice for your next home.

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