About Collin Ellingson | Westside Luxury Real Estate Agent

Q: How do I contact Collin?

Call or text Collin at 310.699.1858, email collinellingson@compass.com, or visit the Compass office at 2115 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405.

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Who Is Collin Ellingson?

Collin Ellingson is a luxury residential real estate agent and founder of Coastal Homes LA at Compass. Since 1999 he has guided buyers, sellers, and builders through hundreds of transactions across Los Angeles and throughout the country.

Collin specializes in Venice, Marina del Rey, and Santa Monica, with particular depth in the Silver Triangle, Silver Strand, and Oxford Triangle. Rather than spreading thin across the whole city, he chose to build his practice block by block within the streets he knows and loves.

His reputation rests on three values: integrity, communication, and precision. From the welcome chat to the welcome mat, every detail is handled with care and intention. Buyers value his calm, knowledgeable guidance and sharp negotiation skills. Sellers trust his ability to position a property strategically, especially in complex or shifting markets, to reach the best possible result.

Beyond Real Estate

Born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Rustic Canyon, Collin grew up surrounded by music and creativity. The son of Grammy Award-winning recording artist Kim Carnes and songwriter Dave Ellingson, he developed an early passion for singing, songwriting, and recording. During the 1980s, he co-wrote songs recorded by Kim Carnes, Kenny Rogers, and Collin Raye. Several of his songwriting and entertainment credits can be found on IMDb.

After attending the University of California, Berkeley, Collin began his real estate career in Nashville in 1999 before moving to Atlanta, where he spent more than a decade working in luxury residential real estate and new construction development sales and marketing. He returned to his native Los Angeles in 2017.

Music remains an important part of Collin's life. An avid jazz vocalist, he has renewed his focus on vocal performance, particularly jazz standards and the Great American Songbook. He lives in Marina del Rey with his husband, where his love of the ocean, architecture, and coastal living continues to shape both his personal life and professional perspective.

Recognition

RealTrends Verified: Coastal Homes LA ranks among the top 1.5 percent of real estate professionals.
RealTrends 2026: #33 small team in Santa Monica by sales volume.
Experience: in real estate since 1999, with hundreds of transactions guided for buyers, sellers and builders.
Licensed: California DRE 02037425.

What Clients Say

5.0 stars from 10 Google reviews. Clients consistently mention market knowledge, communication and attention to detail. Read the reviews on Google, or browse them below.

"One Week. Multiple offers. Over Asking. Preparation, Pricing and Results. Nailed it. . We had an out… Read MoreRead Less

"Collin Ellingson is absolutely the best! He is knowledgeable, patient and a great communicator. He m… Read MoreRead Less

"We had a difficult first go around trying to sell our house. We left the experience feeling defeate… Read MoreRead Less

"Excellent Service from a professional and friendly agent! Collin was amazing to work with! We were r… Read MoreRead Less

"I can’t recommend Jesse Scott highly enough! From start to finish, Jesse went above and beyond to en… Read MoreRead Less

"Jesse and Collin provided excellent service and helping me find it new tenants for my Los Angeles pr… Read MoreRead Less

"Highly Recommend!! Market Knowledge and Experience: Coming from out of state, Collin was able to gu… Read MoreRead Less

"Exceeded all my expectations. Collin was awesome. He knows what he is doing and gets it done well. … Read MoreRead Less

"Collin was an absolute dream when it came to this process. Typically, I would only use in real estat… Read MoreRead Less

"Having Collin as our realtor made all the difference! Working with Collin was such a pleasure. He wa… Read MoreRead Less

How I Work

Listen first. We start with your goals, your timeline, and just as important, what you don't want.
Know the block. On the Westside, value changes street by street, so my advice is specific to the exact block you're considering.
Build the strategy. For sellers, that means pricing and preparation. For buyers, it means a clear search plan and offer strategy.
Negotiate with precision. Calm, well prepared negotiation protects your price and your terms.
Handle the details. From the welcome chat to the welcome mat, I manage every step through closing.

Areas I Cover

I focus on West L.A., and I've written in depth guides to the neighborhoods I know best:

Venice, including the Silver Triangle and the Oxford Triangle
Marina del Rey, including the Silver Strand
Santa Monica
Brentwood
Playa Vista

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Collin Ellingson?

Collin Ellingson is a luxury residential real estate agent and the founder of Coastal Homes LA at Compass, based at the Compass office on Main Street in Santa Monica. He has worked in real estate since 1999 and specializes in Venice, Marina del Rey and Santa Monica.

Which neighborhoods does Collin specialize in?

Collin specializes in Venice, Marina del Rey and Santa Monica, with particular depth in the Silver Triangle, the Silver Strand and the Oxford Triangle. He also works with clients in Brentwood and Playa Vista.

Is Collin a luxury real estate agent in Venice and Marina del Rey?

Yes. Collin works with buyers and sellers of luxury homes and condos throughout Venice and Marina del Rey. He lives in Marina del Rey, and his office is a short drive away on Main Street in Santa Monica.

How long has Collin been in real estate?

Collin has been in real estate since 1999. He started in Nashville, spent more than a decade in Atlanta in luxury residential and new construction sales and marketing, and returned to his native Los Angeles in 2017.

What is Coastal Homes LA?

Coastal Homes LA is Collin's real estate team at Compass. It is RealTrends Verified, placing it among the top 1.5 percent of real estate professionals, and it ranked #33 among small teams in Santa Monica by sales volume in RealTrends 2026.

What do clients say about working with Collin?

Collin holds a 5.0 star rating from 10 reviews on Google. Clients consistently mention his market knowledge, communication and attention to detail. You can read his Google reviews here.

Can Collin help me sell my home?

Yes. Collin helps sellers price, prepare and market their homes, with strategy tailored to each neighborhood. Learn more on the sellers page, or call him for a private conversation about your home.

Does Collin work with buyers?

Yes. Collin represents buyers across the Westside, from first condos to luxury homes. He explains the buyer representation agreement up front, so you know exactly how the relationship works before you start touring.

How do I contact Collin?

Call or text Collin at 310.699.1858, email [email protected], or visit the Compass office at 2115 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405.

Where to Find Collin Online

Google Business Profile: reviews, hours and directions
Zillow: agent profile and reviews
Instagram: @homewithcollin, local market updates and neighborhood life
YouTube: @homewithcollin
Facebook
LinkedIn
IMDb: songwriting and entertainment credits

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