Selling
Manhattan Beach · South Bay, California
Luxury Home Specialist
in Manhattan Beach
Real estate guided by a rare combination of expertise as Broker, CPA, and Attorney, serving the South Bay beach cities for over two decades.
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40+
Combined Years of Experience
Broker
CPA · Attorney
5
Areas of Focus
Global
Network Reach
Meet Team Plunkett
A rare combination of real estate, financial, legal, and construction expertise.
Founded by husband-and-wife team Michelle and Trevor Plunkett, Team Plunkett serves buyers and sellers throughout the South Bay of Los Angeles. From strategic planning and pricing to property preparation, negotiations, inspections, and closing, our mission is simple: to provide knowledgeable guidance, honest advice, and exceptional service so clients can move forward with confidence during every chapter of life.
Michelle & Trevor Plunkett
“We focus on what is best for you and your family, not a quick transaction.”
Get to Know Us
Meet Team Plunkett
Broker · CPA · Attorney
Michelle Plunkett
Michelle brings a rare level of expertise to every transaction through her unique combination of credentials as a licensed California Real Estate Broker, Certified Public Accountant, and Attorney. This multidisciplinary background allows her to provide thoughtful guidance and strategic insight throughout every stage of buying and selling.
Her experience is particularly valuable in situations involving trusts, probate, inheritance, divorce, and relocation, complex circumstances where careful planning and clear communication are essential. Clients appreciate her ability to simplify complex issues and help them evaluate options with confidence.
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Property Advisor · Construction Expert
Trevor Plunkett
With more than two decades of real estate experience and a strong construction background, Trevor brings a practical perspective that helps clients make informed decisions. His expertise in property condition, valuation, and home preparation provides meaningful advantages for both sellers entering the market and buyers evaluating potential homes.
For sellers, he identifies the improvements that matter most to buyers. For buyers, his renovation experience offers insight into home condition and opportunity. Once under contract, his calm, solutions-oriented approach keeps transactions moving forward while protecting his clients’ interests.
Contact TrevorThe Sotheby’s International Realty® Advantage
The reach of one of the world’s most recognized real estate brands.
Backed by Vista Sotheby’s International Realty®, clients benefit from personalized service, deep local market knowledge, and global exposure. Through the Sotheby’s International Realty® network, listings are showcased to qualified buyers locally, nationally, and internationally through extensive digital and media syndication.
Local
Deep South Bay expertise across six beach cities
Global
Worldwide syndication to qualified buyers
Personal
Boutique attention from a husband-and-wife team
Client Reviews
Trusted, five-star service
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As reviewed on Google
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“They proactively contacted us to flag an off-market property that aligned with our desired location, features, budget, and timeline. They were incredibly creative and agile with our offer, which ultimately led to it being accepted despite aggressive competition.”Anna M.
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“Michelle and Trevor have consistently demonstrated excellent communication, strong negotiation skills, honesty, and a genuine commitment to us. They truly make a stressful process feel seamless and manageable.”Sarah B.
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“They took a truly personal approach, understanding the emotional significance and stress that came with selling a home. More than just real estate professionals, Michelle and Trevor are genuinely kind and caring individuals.”Heather M.
Probate & Trust Specialist
Guidance through life’s most complex transitions.
As a licensed Attorney and CPA, Michelle is uniquely equipped to help families navigate the sale of estate-owned property, including probate, trust, and inheritance sales. She helps executors, trustees, and beneficiaries move forward with clarity, coordinating every detail with care and discretion.
- Probate & trust property sales
- Estate preparation & coordination
- Inheritance, divorce & relocation transitions
Key Topics, Explained
Duties of a Personal Representative
What executors and administrators are responsible for during a sale.
Probate Timeline
What to expect, step by step, from filing to closing.
Common Probate Terms
A plain-language glossary for families new to the process.
Mistakes to Avoid
Common missteps administrators make, and how to avoid them.
Latest Market Conditions
Beach cities market insights, updated regularly.
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From the Blog
Insights & market updates
Probate
Navigating a Probate or Trust Sale in California
Market
South Bay Market Update: Beach Cities Outlook
Communities We Serve
A closer look at our areas of focus
Manhattan Beach
Team Plunkett represents buyers and sellers across Manhattan Beach’s Sand, Hill, Tree, and Manhattan Village neighborhoods, from Strand-front estates to walk-street bungalows.
Hermosa Beach
From the Strand to the Valley, we help clients navigate Hermosa Beach’s tight-knit market of modern rebuilds, duplexes, and classic beach cottages.
Redondo Beach
Our team covers Redondo Beach’s full range—the Riviera, the Esplanade, Hollywood Riviera, and South Redondo—including trust and probate sales.
Palos Verdes Estates
We guide clients through Palos Verdes Estates’ Lunada Bay, Malaga Cove, and Valmonte neighborhoods, known for ocean views and larger lots.
Rancho Palos Verdes
In Rancho Palos Verdes we work across Seaview, Silver Spur, and Miraleste, matching families with the peninsula’s privacy, acreage, and coastal access.
Surrounding Areas
We also represent buyers and sellers in Torrance, El Segundo, Hawthorne, Lomita, Gardena, and the greater South Bay.
Get in Touch
Let’s find your place in the South Bay.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or planning ahead, Team Plunkett is here to guide you with knowledgeable, honest advice.
Phone
Office
916 Manhattan Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266