James Cottrell

eXp Realty

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About
James Cottrell, a Southern California native, began his real estate career in Riverside in 2004 during a booming market. With years of experience navigating the ups and downs of the industry, he has developed the expertise needed to guide clients through every phase of buying or selling a home. James is a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) and a Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), giving him specialized skills to manage distressed properties and negotiate effectively for buyers and sellers. Known for his exceptional customer service and clear communication, James ensures that his clients are well-informed and confident throughout the process. As a licensed real estate broker, he brings a higher level of professionalism and dedication to each transaction. Whether you're buying, selling, or dealing with distressed properties, James Cottrell is your trusted partner in Southern California real estate.
Highlights *
39
Recent sales
$35K - $1.65M
Price range
$566K
Median price
22
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
20390 Christo Ct
Lake Mathews, CA 92570
10/3/2026 $1,650,000 Seller
14630 Grandview Dr
Moreno Valley, CA 92555
8/13/2026 $484,000 Buyer
603 Fairwood Way
Upland, CA 91786
7/20/2026 $782,000 Seller
14630 Grandview Dr
Moreno Valley, CA 92555
7/15/2026 $483,900 Buyer
944 Hogan Ave
Banning, CA 92220
7/8/2026 $305,000 Seller

Transaction History *

Seller Deals

Total Deals
24
Total Value
$13,767,000
Median Sale Price
$555,000
Price Range
$35K - $1.65M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
15
Total Value
$8,590,880
Median Sale Price
$565,990
Price Range
$430K - $860K

Sales Volume Timeline

James Cottrell’s production volume for the past 3 year period Q1 ’24 Q1 2024 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2024): $0 Q2 ’24 Q2 2024 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2024): $760K Q3 ’24 Q3 2024 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2024): $2.8M Q4 ’24 Q4 2024 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2024): $825K Q1 ’25 Q1 2025 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2025): $1.5M Q2 ’25 Q2 2025 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2025): $2.3M Q3 ’25 Q3 2025 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2025): $690K Q4 ’25 Q4 2025 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2025): $1M Q1 ’26 Q1 2026 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2026): $4.8M Q2 ’26 Q2 2026 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2026): $3.6M Q3 ’26 Q3 2026 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026): $2.5M Q1 2024 Total Sales $0 Q2 2024 Total Sales $760K Q3 2024 Total Sales $2.8M Q4 2024 Total Sales $825K Q1 2025 Total Sales $1.5M Q2 2025 Total Sales $2.3M Q3 2025 Total Sales $690K Q4 2025 Total Sales $1M Q1 2026 Total Sales $4.8M Q2 2026 Total Sales $3.6M Q3 2026 Total Sales $2.5M

Sales volume is shown for complete quarters only.

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (55)

Reviewers say

Reviewers frequently praise James for being knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and patient, with many noting his clear guidance and attentive communication throughout buying or selling. They often describe smooth, reassuring transactions and value his thoughtful advice, negotiation support, and commitment to clients’ needs.

mikedoyle41
Oct 22, 2026

We had a terrific experience selling our home with James. He did an outstanding job marketing the property and guided us seamlessly through the negotiation process, where we received three different offers. His excellent negotiation skills ensured we achieved the best possible outcome, and the entire transaction was smooth from start to finish. James’s professionalism, expertise, and dedication made the process stress-free, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. We would enthusiastically recommend James to anyone looking to sell their home in Riverside.

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sherryenarson
Aug 11, 2026

James is the best! He did an excellent job selling our home — he priced it perfectly and sold it in a very short time, even securing above asking price. He was always responsive to emails, calls, and questions, often replying within minutes, which made the process effortless for us despite our busy schedules. James handled everything efficiently and professionally, and his knowledge and friendly approach made the experience stress-free. We’d gladly work with him again!

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Priscilla Corona
Jul 24, 2026

James was always prompt, professional, and incredibly reliable throughout the selling process. His valuable real estate consulting during negotiations made a huge difference, and his experience truly shined through at every step. Thanks to his guidance, I never had to worry about a thing and felt confident from start to finish. James’s expertise helped us secure top dollar for our home, and the entire transaction was smooth and stress-free. I couldn’t have asked for a better agent and will gladly recommend him to anyone looking for exceptional results.

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Matthew Stall
Nov 24, 2025

James was extremely personable and knowledgeable. He took the time to answer my questions about a tax appraisal and was very helpful and friendly throughout the process. I highly recommend working with James and look forward to working with him again in the future. I really appreciate his assistance.

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suzannkaltbaum
Jul 19, 2025

James was outstanding! As a first-time homebuyer, he guided me through every step of the process. He is truly a wealth of knowledge about the Riverside market, including local laws, market analysis, and the quality of home construction. James took the time to explain the entire process to me and answered all my questions thoroughly. He was extremely responsive to my texts, phone calls, and emails. James showed me numerous homes and was genuinely committed to ensuring my needs were met. He went above and beyond to help me find my first home!

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Professional Info

Brokerage

eXp Realty
16990 Washington St
Riverside, CA 92504

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
CA 01445984

Awards

  • Pricing Strategy Advisor

Specialties

  • First-time buyers
  • Foreclosures & Short sales

Designations

  • GREEN
  • SFR®

Hobbies

  • Cars & Automobiles
  • Entertaining
  • Food & Cooking
  • Music
  • Sports

Education

University of california at Riverside
Bachelor’s Degree, Music
1998

Top Cities *

Riverside

  • 9 sales past 3 years
  • 49 days on market
  • $600K median price

Hesperia

  • 8 sales past 3 years
  • 79 days on market
  • $450K median price

Moreno Valley

  • 5 sales past 3 years
  • 102 days on market
  • $600K median price

*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.