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Kimberly Schmidt

As a trusted San Diego real estate expert with nearly two decades of experience, Kimberly Schmidt is frequently sought out for her insight on the local housing market, emerging trends, and the unique dynamics shaping San Diego County real estate. Reporters have relied on her input for a variety of topics, from the complex role of HOAs in today's real estate landscape to what trends sellers need to be aware of to current market dynamics.

Kimberly understands that real estate in San Diego is not one single market — it is a collection of distinct communities, each with its own character and opportunities. Through her media appearances, viewers gain insight into what’s truly happening in the local housing market. And because each neighborhood behaves differently in pricing, inventory, and demand, Kimberly’s hyper-local knowledge provides context that national headlines often miss.

As a TV host for ADTV's American Dream San Diego, Kimberly connects with local businesses, tours various San Diego communities, and gets to share all of the special features that make San Diego such a wonderful place to call home. If you would like to be featured in her segment, please reach out.

As a trusted San Diego real estate expert with nearly two decades of experience, Kimberly Schmidt is frequently sought out for her insight on the local housing market, emerging trends, and the unique dynamics shaping San Diego County real estate. Her deep understanding of neighborhood-level data, pricing strategy, and market timing allows her to provide valuable commentary that helps buyers, sellers, and investors make informed decisions.

As a Certified Trust & Probate Specialist (CPTS), Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), and Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA®), she brings a strategic perspective to every conversation. Reporters rely on her to break down complex topics such as trust and probate sales, luxury market shifts, coastal demand, 1031 exchanges, and relocation trends in a clear and practical way.

Her expertise spans San Diego’s diverse micro-markets, including La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, Carmel Valley, Pacific Beach, Mission Hills, Point Loma, Coronado, Carlsbad, and Encinitas. Because each neighborhood behaves differently in pricing, inventory, and demand, Kimberly’s hyper-local knowledge provides context that national headlines often miss.

She understands that real estate in San Diego is not one single market — it is a collection of distinct communities, each with its own character and opportunities. Through her media appearances, viewers gain insight into what’s truly happening in the local housing market.

Audiences learn how interest rates impact purchasing power, why pricing correctly from day one matters, and how strategic preparation can increase sale price. Sellers discover how improvements and targeted marketing reduce time on market, while buyers gain clarity on how to structure strong offers in competitive neighborhoods.

Kimberly also provides guidance on trust and probate sales, luxury properties, and investment opportunities. Her approach is rooted in data-driven strategy, transparency, and education — helping clients feel confident in every buying or selling decision.

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"Rising costs, evolving lifestyles, and access to real-time market data are reshaping how prospective buyers evaluate homes. And in 2026, they know exactly what they want. Rather than solely focusing on upfront purchase expenses and square footage, many are prioritizing long-term savings, comfort, functionality, and lasting usability…" Read More

"Spring, a season that is traditionally one of the better times for homebuying, is right around the corner. Not only do the months of April and May generally offer the most new listings of the year to homebuyers, but the spring weather is also generally better for touring homes and getting the timing right for a summer move…" Read More

"With mortgage rates down from a year ago and more homes hitting the market, real estate experts expect a more active spring homebuying season in 2026 compared to recent years. While home prices are still expected to rise modestly, lower rates have made monthly payments more affordable, leading to increased buyer interest, especially from first-time purchasers…" Read More

"California appears three times in the top 10 healthiest cities, with San Diego taking the No. 5 spot. "It's very easy to have a healthy lifestyle in San Diego, particularly because life really takes place here outside. The communities in and around the city offer a year-round, nonstop array of festivals, activities, and events for residents, almost all of which encourage people to be outdoors and to be social,” says Kimberly Schmidt…" Read More

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Rising costs, evolving lifestyles, and access to real-time market data are reshaping how prospective buyers evaluate homes. And in 2026, they know exactly what they want. Rather than solely focusing on upfront purchase expenses and square footage, many are prioritizing long-term savings, comfort, functionality, and lasting usability… Read More

Spring, a season that is traditionally one of the better times for homebuying, is right around the corner. Not only do the months of April and May generally offer the most new listings of the year to homebuyers, but the spring weather is also generally better for touring homes and getting the timing right for a summer move… Read More

With mortgage rates down from a year ago and more homes hitting the market, real estate experts expect a more active spring homebuying season in 2026 compared to recent years. While home prices are still expected to rise modestly, lower rates have made monthly payments more affordable, leading to increased buyer interest, especially from first-time purchasers… Read More

California appears three times in the top 10 healthiest cities, with San Diego taking the No. 5 spot. "It's very easy to have a healthy lifestyle in San Diego, particularly because life really takes place here outside. The communities in and around the city offer a year-round, nonstop array of festivals, activities, and events for residents, almost all of which encourage people to be outdoors and to be social," says Kimberly Schmidt… Read More

"I always encourage my buyers to speak to anyone they see near the property who seems approachable. We have learned about floods, robberies, and even home additions that surprised us," says Kimberly Schmidt… Read More

"For example, all of the plumbing in the building needs to be redone, and every unit's portion of that will be $80,000. That's where it feels like a shadow mortgage. We're not talking about $50 or $100." Read More

Mortgage Rates Hit Their Lowest Level Since 2022. Here's What That Means for Home Buyers and Sellers… Read More

There’s a saying in real estate: “If I can smell it, I cannot sell it.” “And that is 100% true,” says Kimberly Schmidt, a real estate pro with Compass in San Diego. Read More

35 Times People Bought Homes And Noticed They Were Tricked Way Too Late Read More

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Kimberly Schmidt is the San Diego host of The American Dream on ADTV, where she showcases the neighborhoods, homes, and lifestyle that define living in San Diego.

Through curated community features, local business spotlights, and on-location segments, Kimberly highlights what makes each area unique — from coastal enclaves to historic districts and emerging neighborhoods.

For deeper real estate strategy and San Diego market updates, explore her YouTube channel, where she shares insights for buyers and sellers navigating today’s housing market.

Watch recent episodes for an inside look at what it’s truly like to live in San Diego.

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"Kimberly and her team were amazing to work with! She helped us sell our townhome in Mission Valley, San Diego and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Kimberly is incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and always on top of every detail. Her team was just as professional and supportive, making sure everything stayed on track from start to finish. We truly felt taken care of every step of
"Working with Kim and her team was a positive experience—she secured full asking price for our home even in a competitive market. Her strategy, communication, and understanding of local trends made the entire process smooth and stress‑free. We couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend her to anyone looking to sell.""
"Kimberly was very helpful and very thorough. She understands the market and is just the consummate pro I needed to get this done. We sold our place fast even though there were some bumps along the way. She got us through them. Thanks, Kimberly!"
"Kimberly was wonderful to work with during the sale of our townhouse. She was communicative, thoughtful, and easy to work with from start to finish. One thing we really appreciated was that we never felt pressured which made the whole process feel a lot more comfortable and manageable. She was also super helpful when it came to staging our place and I think that played a huge role in helping gene
"킴벌리는 2025년에 만나서 현재 살고 있는 집을 알맞은 가격에샀고, 전에 살고 있던집도 만족한가격을 받고 팔았어요. 집을 사는데는 세달, 파는데는 5달걸렸습니다. 항상 잘챙겨주었고, 집사고 파는데 따라오는 스트레스를 해소 시켜주었습니다. 부동산거래하는데 스트레스가 얼마나 많은지 상상해보지 못했습니다. 현재 살고있는집은 만족합니다. 더 행복해진것 같고요, 킴벌리의 안목이 좋았습니다. 부동산 계약도 차질이 없었고, 돈을 빌릴때도 좋았습니다. 킴벌리가 옆에 있다면 사고 파는데 든든하고 믿을수있기에 추천합니다. 킴벌리 고마워요."
"Kimberly is a wonderful realtor. Very knowledgeable, kind, professional and frank in her advice. There were times when she helped us get through the emotional swings that come when negotiating with a seller and a buyer. She kept us grounded and focused on our most important goals when buying our new home in the Redwood/College area. We are very satisfied with our new home which has brought us many
"I’m so grateful I found Kimberly to help me sell my condo. 🏡 From the very beginning she was proactive, strategic, and incredibly responsive. She moved quickly to get the property listed at the right time and guided me through every step of the process. Selling a home can be stressful, but she was always in my corner giving thoughtful advice and helping me navigate decisions with confidence. She c
"I can’t recommend Kimberly highly enough. She guided me through a really difficult condo sale with professionalism, persistence, and great judgment. She communicated clearly, answered every question, and did the hard work behind the scenes to get us across the finish line. If you want an agent who actually delivers and handles the messy details, she’s the one."
"Kimberly was an amazing realtor when we were selling our home in Serra Mesa. Prior to using her services we had a different realtor duo come through our home and suggested we sell it “as is” for a lower-than-expected price. When Kimberly did her initial walkthrough she immedicame up with a list of simple and affordable tasks to increase the value of our home. We completed the list and sold our hou
"Buying our first home felt overwhelming, especially not knowing where to even begin, but working with Kimberly made the entire process smooth and exciting. As first-time buyers in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, we truly had no idea where to start, and she stepped in with confidence, clarity, and so much knowledge. Kimberly walked us through every single step, answered all of our (many!