Geoff T. Hamill - Vista Sotheby’s International Realty

Fantastic experience: I have lived in Claremont for 42 years and have interacted with a lot of real estate companies in various contexts. It is hard to find an agent who knows the area like he does, since he grew up here, and one who is completely transparent in his personal and professional interactions. When I needed information regarding my own home, he was the person I turned to. Not only did he print out every title holder of my house since 1907, but he did it without a charge. He knows how to not only build, but maintain, a relationship. And that quality is becoming rather rare, and in the world of real estate, very rare.

Fantastic experience: Geoff did an excellent job representing us as out-of-town sellers. He was efficient, professional, and highly knowledgeable, keeping the entire process smooth and drama-free. We appreciated his clear communication and reliable guidance throughout.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill (Vista Sotheby's), & his team, Zachary Hall, & Escrow Officer Trish McDowell, represented us in the sale of our home. They are truly professional, knowledgeable, & a pleasure to work with. We met Geoff & Zachary before listing our house. Geoff advised us as to what was needed to sell our house quickly; we followed his advice, & we opened escrow in 8 days! He, Zachary & Trish then moved everything along so that escrow could close within an extremely tight timeframe. They made it happen! We are very thankful for all their efforts, & would recommend that anyone ready to buy or sell a house use Geoff & his team. You will be in good hands.

Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough good things about Geoff Hamill and his team. Wonderful communicator, great realtor, positive experiences all and all! Thank you, Geoff!

Fantastic experience: Geoff was instrumental in helping us sell my dad's house during the probate process. He made the entire experience smooth and stress-free, even though we weren’t nearby. Geoff identified key projects that would maximize the return on the sale and recommended proactive inspections to streamline the process. What stood out most was his genuine focus on what was best for our family and unique situation—not just closing the sale. His professionalism, expertise, and care made a challenging situation much easier. I highly recommend Geoff and would gladly work with him again in the future!

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill was an invaluable guide and partner for our journey to selling our house. He is reliable and easy to work with. He not only has outstanding knowledge about the housing market in general, but also knows the homes in Claremont very well and helped us to maximize the potential and value of the home we were selling. He helped us through every step of the process, making sure we were prepared from beginning to end. We had an outstanding outcome and it was largely due to Geoff's knowledge, judgement, and experience.. We highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: Easy to do business with him personally will use him for real estate needs in the future

Fantastic experience: Geoff was professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to deal with when selling our Mother's La Verne home. His experience was evident as he marketed the property and then navigated the multiple offers and counter offers to sell above asking price. He communicated well throughout the process and was a calming voice from the start. I would not hesitate to use him again.

Fantastic experience: With Geoff Hamill, you will be guided with the greatest of care through your real estate transactions. He is the consummate professional——highly skilled, experienced, knowledgeable, respectful of others and considerate to all. You will not find a better person to represent you. A class act to be sure!

Fantastic experience: Geoff is fantastic at his job! He knows more about Claremont than anyone else and has more connections to the people in the City. Geoff was instrumental in not only selling our condo in record time, but also getting us a new record-high sales price for the neighborhood. If you are looking to buy or sell any real estate in Claremont, you should talk to Geoff.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill was amazing! He helped us get the best price, highest ever in fact for our listing with similar and same specifications. He was extremely knowledgeable, attentive and honest. I would greatly recommend him to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill is a terrific realtor who made selling our home in Los Angeles a seamless experience. His efficiency, deep knowledge of the local market, and professionalism truly set him apart. My partner and I couldn't have asked for a better realtor. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Geoff advised us on the plan to sell our property from before listing, listing and the sale. Very professional. Virtually everyone knows Geoff as a hard working, detail oriented agent. Thanks Geoff for your guidance.

Fantastic experience: As a professional in chimney services for 30 years, I have been extremely happy to see and be apart of some of the excellent work Geoff has done for many of my customers from the LA County. Always quality service!

Fantastic experience: Had an excellent experience working with Geoff's team

Fantastic experience: Geoff was an excellent realtor to work with in my difficult circumstances. He was willing and able to work with me, and resolved the issues I was having. Geoff knows Claremont very well. He went above and beyond to make things as easy as possible for me. He bought a few items to spruce up my place. And he always responded to my communications with him in a timely manner. I highly recommend him!

Fantastic experience: Geoff made selling our Claremont condo a stress free and pleasurable experience. He is very reliable and professional, gave sound advice when needed, and his thorough knowledge of the housing market in our area was a big assett in determining pricing and weighing offers. Geoff always responded quickly to phone, text, and e-mail messages and the people working with him, such as in Escrow and his assistant Ben, were highly trained professionals. I would not hesitate to recommend Geoff to anyone in need of a reliable and competent realtor.

Positive experience: They’re alright. No complaints

Fantastic experience: Geoff was simply the best to work with. Our sale was slightly more complicated as I was handling the sale of my parents house from over 3,000 miles away. This meant that we had to deal with a 3 hour time change and plenty of phone calls and emails. I had to have complete trust in Geoff and his team getting everything done in a very timely fashion. Not only did Geoff accomplish everything but he did it all with such professionalism and knowledge and kept me in the loop for everything. As the contracts came in Geoff guided us through the best options and advised us with the best course of action when the buyers made requests. If you are not hiring Geoff for the job, you are just wasting your time.

Fantastic experience: Geoff was the selling agent when my parents bought their house in 1994. When it came time to sell the house after my father's passing, I knew there was no one else to call but him. From the first meeting, when he came with the original file, I knew we had made the right choice. He is prompt in communication, walking you step by step through the process of selling a home. Geoff and the team at Sotheby's meticulously handle every detail of the selling and closing process, keeping you informed and assured that nothing is being missed. His professional manner and sense of humor made what was an incredibly overwhelming and emotional time much easier to bear. Despite the uncertainty of the market, with Geoff's extensive marketing and local area knowledge our home had multiple offers and was under contract over asking within 14 days of listing. You cannot go wrong working with him to sell your home.

Fantastic experience: In a challenging market, Geoff was able to attract buyers to our home and we sold our home for nearly full price. Our home was also in need of many repairs, including a new roof. Geoff's team includes a videographer and professional stager who add a lot of value to the marketing effort. Check out the pics of our home at 1764 Simmons Ct in Claremont and see for yourself!

Fantastic experience: Geoff was highly professional and instrumental in our real estate services. He was quick and responsive in guidance and solutions which comes with his experience. Clients do not have to worry as he is deeply knowledgeable, resourceful with local contacts and and on top of things.

Fantastic experience: We were introduced to Geoff Hamill by associates who had encouraged us to meet Geoff in the infancy stage of home buying. Even before mortgage pre-approval he offered to show us as many or as few properties as we preferred. When we knew our budget and were prepared to buy, he was always available and an incredible source for direction and guidance. He gently nudged us when he thought (quite correctly) when a property may not be quite right, and was key in closing on the house we now call home. All along the way, from the search, to offer, to escrow, to closing, the process was smooth and painless. We were informed all along the way of what to expect and when. I cannot recommend Geoff Hamill highly enough. He is a professional who has years of knowledge he generously shares. An update! We had the good fortune to have been introduced to Geoff Hamill shortly after moving here from NYC in 2015. Geoff was our realtor when we bought our first home together here in 2016. His professional guidance was priceless. In May of 2022 it was time to relocate, and Geoff made the entire selling process smooth and seamless. He is a pro, as is his team. With over 30 years experience, Geoff knows the real estate business. We would give 10 stars if possible!

Fantastic experience: Geoff is the ultimate professional using his many years of experience to optimize the home selling process. He was involved with the sale of three of our family homes and we could not be more satisfied. His advice and council helped us navigate through issues that came up on each home. Thank you Geoff!

Fantastic experience: 5 Star service from a leader in his field. Attention to detail, follow ups, procedural knowledge, experienced advice and one you can rely on. Highly recommended for a professional home sale.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill should be your first choice when considering selling or buying. If you are looking to sell your home, Geoff spares no expense with advertising his clients homes as I have many close friends and neighbors that have successfully worked with him and were highly impressed with his meticulous care and attention to detail. If you are someone who is looking to buy a home, Geoff helped represent my brother with his first purchase. Geoff not only lived up to his reputation but far exceeded it. He is patient, professional and honest. works diligently to examine every detail on a transaction to make sure his clients are protected. I cannot say enough great things about Geoff. If you are looking to buy or sell, look no further-- 100% recommend without reservations!!

Fantastic experience: Jeoff he is a very good man excellent realtor. He is very professional ,has outstanding knowledge in handling all real state needs, and the main thing he is completely trustful and hones .

Fantastic experience: When I bought my house over 20 years ago Geoff represented the seller. I could tell he was a perfect professional. Recently my son and his wife purchased their first home. I told them to get Geoff to represent them. He did and he was great. He knows this area like no one else. He knows who you should get to spray your olive trees, he knows who the best repair professionals are. He will never disappoint you.

Fantastic experience: I cannot say enough positive things about Geoff Hamill. Moving is a stressful process (especially from out of state), but Geoff made everything so much easier! He listened to our needs, was patient, honest, and always very professional. He responded to all of our calls and emails promptly, and answered all of our questions thoroughly. His knowledge of real estate and the Claremont area were very apparent. Geoff was able to find us a house that checked all of our boxes. Because he was so organized and an expert in his field, everything ran smoothly and successfully. As a bonus, because he is so knowledgable, he was able to tell us about part of the history of our new house including the backstory of its' current design. It was fascinating and made me love our new home even more! Geoff is genuinely a kind person who cares about his clients. After moving into our new residence, he helped us get acclimated into our new neighborhood by introducing us to several of our new neighbors. Also, because he is so well connected to the Claremont community, he was able to provide valuable information about services needed after buying a new home. I highly recommend Geoff Hamill as a real estate agent to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home in Claremont and any of the surrounding communities.

Fantastic experience: We just purchased a home and Geoff was amazing!! It made all the difference having an agent who not only knew the area, but also the seller's realtor and the house that we were interested in. Truly exceptional. Geoff goes above and beyond to recommend his trusted vendors for all of the closing inspections, as well as vendors to help do any home repairs. We got such a great deal and found the perfect home for us. Thank you so much, Geoff!!

Fantastic experience: We have purchased and sold many homes and we can say with certainty that Geoff is by far the most professional and knowledgeable real estate broker we have ever worked with. We feel so lucky to have had Geoff working with us. No question, Geoff is No. 1 in the field.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill is a consummate professional. I could not have asked for a better agent. He was fantastic when he helped my husband’s family sell their house in Claremont 20 years ago. When the time came to sell my dad’s house in Pomona this past year, I didn’t hesitate to contact Geoff for his local expertise. The house was 100 years old with lots of deferred maintenance. Geoff knew exactly what to do to get the house ready and whom to contact to get the work done. The house sold quickly - at above the appraised value! Thank you, Geoff!

Fantastic experience: When it comes to Claremont real estate, locals have turned to the Hamill family for decades. The community knows and respects Geoff Hamill. He lists, shows and sells houses with panache. I would trust him with my real estate needs.

Fantastic experience: If you are buying or selling a home in Claremont, you need to be working with Geoff. Period. There is nobody who can come close to matching his knowledge and expertise about the area. Both of my parents have hired Geoff and raved about their experience with him. My fiance and I have been looking to move back to Claremont for some time, and we found a home that we absolutely fell in love with. Geoff guided us through a very fast-paced process of pre-approval, offers, and counters. He is trustworthy and always kept us in the loop. We really appreciated his professionalism and responsiveness, and he is also a nice and friendly guy who is easy to like. He is the reason that we were able to get the house we so loved and we could not be more grateful for his help. If you're looking for a home in Claremont and you aren't working with Geoff then you are doing yourself a disservice. Get in touch with him today!

Fantastic experience: I have worked with Geoff as both a buyer and seller since 1996. He is terrific. He knows the Claremont real estate market and understands the complexities of buying or selling a home. I feel very fortunate to have worked with him and recommend him most highly.

Fantastic experience: Geoff is a class-act! Incredibly knowledgeable, hard-working, professional and friendly. I highly recommend him if you're looking to sell or buy your next property! Thanks Geoff - it was wonderful working with you!

Fantastic experience: Geoff did a great job representing me in purchasing my first home. As a first time home buyer everything is new and Geoff was professional, organized, kept me well informed and was always there to answer any of my questions and point me in the right direction. I felt Geoff was really looking out for my best interest and made my experience enjoyable and fast. Would highly recommend Geoff when looking to buy or sell a home.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill is a real estate pro and an excellant client representative to others. Geoff sold my home in Claremont within 2 days of it being on the market. The sale process went smooth and Geoff kept me regularly notified of goings on. I trust Geoff and would use his services again either buying or selling.

Fantastic experience: Geoff has been the goto realtor of our family for many years. You could not find a more dedicated and professional realtor anywhere. He keeps his clients informed of every step during the process and he has earned our trust many times over. You cannot find a more experienced or professional realtor in Claremont or surrounding areas.

Fantastic experience: We worked with Geoff on the recent sale of our family home in the Claremont Village. There is no question that Geoff is the true market expert in the Village. His local knowledge and disciplined marketing process resulted in multiple purchase offers on our property. Before listing the house for sale, Zillow's Zestimate indicated a property value of under $950,000; the final sale price was 50% higher. Selling a house that is close to 100 years old can present its own set of challenges; the key is to anticipate the issues that are likely to arise during due diligence and to address them upfront in order to avoid future problems with closing the sale. In this regard, Geoff's experience and relationships in the marketplace played a crucial role in achieving a successful outcome for us. We would highly recommend Geoff to anyone considering the sale of their home in the area.

Fantastic experience: Geoff and his team are great I highly recommend them!

Fantastic experience: Geoff is the best of the best. At all times I felt that he was advocating for and protecting my best interests. His significant experience made all the difference in my transaction. I’m grateful to have been able to work with him and benefit from his knowledge. He’s also an extremely kind person, with a great sense of humor and a wonderful team! All traits that help make a stressful situation, less so.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill worked to sell our condo and find us the right home in Claremont. He is very knowledgeable of the neighborhood and was courteous and professional in our dealings

Fantastic experience: I was very fortunate to have Geoff help me sell and purchase a house. Geoff was instrumental in helping me fully to realize the equity that I built up over years of paying a mortgage and to secure a new mortgage at very advantageous terms. He works with a great team, anticipates all of the stages in the process, acts and reacts expeditiously, and even adapted to all of the COVID restrictions without seeming to make the process of showing the house or arranging for repairs more cumbersome! You could not find a more capable person to entrust a home purchase or sale to.

Fantastic experience: In previous years as a Village Looky-Lou for fun only, when I'd sail through an Open House hosted by Geoff, he was always gracious in celebrating our mutual love of historic Claremont homes. When I needed a rental estimate for the Mills Act application, he provided one forthwith. Likewise when I consulted him about removing the screens from the front porch. Then a neighbor whose house had been handled by Geoff at some point commented, "He knows how to price it right!" Because of his roots both in Claremont and the local real estate Scene, Geoff's networking, contacts and knowledge of How Things Work are impressive. His timeliness, detail-tracking and regular communication were impeccable. Geoff's also fun to work with!

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill is the best. He is a consummate professional with the added benefit of a great sense of humor and an eye on every detail. I would recommend Geoff to anyone poised on the precipice of a real estate transaction. He knows what he is doing.

Fantastic experience: We just sold our home in Claremont, CA with a lot of help from Geoff. It was a difficult time to sell, with COVID-19, civil unrest, and a mild earthquake! But Geoff helped us price it right, guided us through the complicated COVID requirements for showing our house, and used state of the art virtual tour technology. His expertise was apparent in every step of the selling process, right up to closing escrow. He, and his team, are top notch!

Fantastic experience: Geoff would always be my first choice as a real estate agent. We met years ago when he sold our home in Claremont. I was impressed with his attention to detail, his perseverance, and his ability to close deals. He has been in the business a long time and, as a result, has great resources. Geoff is a warm and caring person and a respected community member. Over the years, we’ve stayed in touch and he always responds quickly to inquiries, calls and emails. I recommend him without any reservations.

Fantastic experience: I couldn't be more pleased. Everything went like clockwork. Working with Geoff was like watching a skilled practioner make all the right maneuvers.

Fantastic experience: Geoff expertly handled our house sale. His professional manner, deep knowledge and sense of humor made a stressful time for us much easier to bear. I could go on and on raving about him. I would not hesitate to work with him again.

Fantastic experience: I have worked with Geoff for 25+ years, over the course of a number of real estate transactions. He is professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to the concerns of his clients. His knowledge of the Claremont area is deep and he has facilitated the sale or purchase of homes in every neighborhood so that his recommendations are well-grounded. His advice in the listing, staging, pricing, and processing of my most recent sale was flawless and I am satisfied that I received the best price for my home. Geoff listened carefully, was always well-prepared with appropriate documentation for every meeting we had, and had a number of recommendations for local referrals for the few repairs that were needed prior to the listing. The process could not have been smoother. I know that Geoff is the best in the business, and have referred many friends and colleagues to him over the decades. He will certainly always have my "return" business for the next purchase or sale.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill is a consummate professional. He knows the area, he is expert in his analysis and he helped us sell our home for full price in less than 30 days. He provided outstanding support and assistance throughout the sales process.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill was absolutely great as our realtor. He was very knowledgeable about the whole real estate sales process from start to finish. He had inside knowledge of our condo development and suggested just the right price for selling. He was there answering questions for the buyer during the due diligence process. He helped us to get a full price offer within the first month and guided us all the way through the sales process. We couldn’t have done it right without Geoff Hamill. We highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: I was very fortunate to be able to have Geoff Hamill list and sell my home in Claremont Ca. After what seemed like minutes on the market, we had multiple offers that Geoff skillfully attended to, and I ultimately got the best price possible for my home. I cannot say enough great things about Geoff's professionalism, attention to detail, and thoughtfulness during my transaction. I would highly recommend Geoff and his team of experts for all of your real estate needs. His reputation and popularity are truly earned and he deserves 10 stars.

Fantastic experience: Dealing with Geoff is a genuine pleasure. His unmatched expertise makes everything simple and secure. He is extremely knowledgeable about real estate in general, as well as an expert in local market conditions and trends. He was always available to answer questions and coordinate seamlessly with all the parties involved. As a result, the sale of our home was quick and effortless on our part. He is attentive to every detail and very professional. We highly recommend him!

Fantastic experience: Geoff is very professional and knowledgeable in this business. We always felt very well taken care of and knew he was always acting in our best interests. He trusted his advice, honesty and guidance through every step of the process and we were able to have successful transactions in selling and buying with Geoff’s help. He is truly an asset to have on your side when buying or selling a house.

Fantastic experience: Geoff sold our house when we had tried to sell before. Geoff was always in communication with us and we felt that whenever we had a question we could call, email, or stop by to see him. Very happy with the service we received with Geoff!

Fantastic experience: Geoff is a man of his word and the right realtor for us. He listed our home, found the right buyer and we sold it in six weeks. Everything went so smooth and on time. By far my best real estate experience.

Fantastic experience: Geoff and his team with their unsurpassed market knowledge, category excellence, and deep roots in the community; plus the incomparable Sotheby's brand were the right mix to move our home expeditiously and at a premium. Well done!

Fantastic experience: My relation with the Hamills started over thirty years ago when I bought my Claremont home from Geoff’s mother. His mother truly went that “extra mile” to make sure that we got the right house, in the right neighborhood, and at the right price. Geoff carries on his mother’s tradition of going that “extra mile” to make sure he fulfills his client’s needs. Eight years ago my wife and I decided to retire and move to the Monterey area of California. Through Geoff’s great marketing and positioning skills my house sold within a few weeks. In fact, it sold just slightly below the asking price. I believe what separates Geoff from other agents, was his attention to detail in making certain that the myriad of forms and details where handled, from my point of view, in such a stress free manner. So look no further, Geoff and his team is the right team for you. We have all been there – “did I make the right decisions in selling/buying this property?” Well, when are working with Geoff, you can rest assured that the right decisions were made. You may be wondering why am I writing a review now? It turns out that an old friend of my wife had passed away and she had named my wife as one of the beneficiaries in her will. The law firm did not have my wife’s current address but was able to find out that Geoff had sold our house. The law firm contacted Geoff who not only provided them with our current information but personally called us immediately after his discussion with the firm. As Geoff will be Geoff, he provided us with all the pertinent information as to who he spoke with at the firm and what my wife needed to do. THANK YOU GEOFF!

Fantastic experience: Geoff does a wonderful job. He knows the community of Claremont. He understands the value of property and he works well with his customers. He is very responsive & knowledgeable

Fantastic experience: We feel very lucky to have had Geoff and Joe represent us with our recent home sale. They were both extremely knowledgeable, organized, available to answer any questions and guide us on a smooth sale. They were even willing to listened and offer advice on our home we were buying out of the area. We felt like they both genuinely cared about our family and truly wanted the best for us!

Fantastic experience: We have been purchasing properties through Geoff for almost 20 years. Every transaction has been flawless-never a surprise and never a disappointment. Geoff grew up in the real estate business and has never looked back. It is always wonderful to deal with a person who is both very skilled at and passionate about their professional career. Signed, Charles and Rosario Gerlach

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill has been a tremendous help in my and my family's local real estate transactions. He has guided us through 4 real estate transactions for myself, my parents and my wife's parents. Geoff has always been professional and very efficient. All the transactions occurred very smoothly and oftentimes more efficiently than what I expected. I would recommend him as a real estate agent without any reservations whatsoever. He is honest and will give you a straightforward assessment of your real estate situation and help guide you towards the best financial decision for you and your family.

Fantastic experience: We have been lucky to have Geoff represent us in our purchase of a home in Claremont. He is very knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate. He was very responsive in our requests. I would definitely recommend him to other people.

Fantastic experience: Geoff Hamill is a true professional. He has a full command of all aspects of real estate leading to flawless transactions. He assisted me in selling one home and purchasing another. His advise resulted in positive outcomes and I could not be happier with his guidance. I would recommend him to anyone for their real estate needs.

Fantastic experience: Geoff was a pleasure to work with over the years. I am very appreciative of the experience. His knowledge of the real estate market and ability to over deliver is above the rest. I definitely recommend Geoff to all my family and friends. Most Recently Geoff recommended a very knowledgeable and professional realtor in my family's move to South Orange County. During the purchase process Geoff was in constant communication, providing guidance and assurance in our decision.

Fantastic experience: The expectations my wife and I had of Geoff based on working with him in the past were already very high, but he exceeded these very high expectations in the recent sale of our property in Claremont. We appreciated the professionalism, courtesy and speed with which he shepherded the process from start to finish, keeping us fully informed throughout. It is a pleasure to see a master at work in any field and a special pleasure when I am the direct beneficiary!

Fantastic experience: We worked with Geoff Hamill several years ago during the purchase of our home. He truly exceeded our expectations, going above and beyond to find us the perfect house. Geoff is very knowledgeable and made what can be a very stressful process, go quickly and smoothly. I highly recommend him!

Fantastic experience: "We can tell you without reservation that it's been a wonderful experience working with Geoff Hamill! We called Geoff because we'd seen his signs on properties around town that not only sold quickly, but sold close to or above asking prices. As we asked around, we heard nothing but praise for Geoff's expertise. We had our first meeting with Geoff as we began to consider a move from our Village Walk loft to either a house or condo. We were really looking for a mid-century modern property and knew we'd have to wait for the right property to become available. Geoff never lost sight of our goal and was there for us every time we called with a question or a request to view another property. Geoff's counsel was wise and measured. His patience was immense! He taught us how to get what we wanted, both as we sold our First Street loft and as we bought the High Point property. We have the utmost respect for his integrity and intelligence. Steffen/Sotheby’s Int’l. Realty is so fortunate to have Geoff on their team. We can't say enough good things about our experience from beginning to end. While we hope to stay at High Point for years and years to come, if we're ever in the market to buy or sell again, we know who to call....and we're happy to share our experience with others as well." -- Lori Evans Lama & Steve Lama

Fantastic experience: "Geoff did an outstanding job selling our property in Upland. His attention to detail was superior. We immediately recommended that our son list another Upland property with Geoff as a result of our satisfaction with the service provided." - Stephen Campbell

Fantastic experience: Geoff is phenomenal at communication in the real estate industry. Communication is very important in making sure transaction get closed.