Take your
time. I’ll be
right here.
Buying or selling a home is a big decision, and it shouldn't feel rushed. I've helped families across the Santa Clarita Valley for over twenty years, and I'm a licensed broker — so the buck stops with me. I'll explain every step, answer every question, and I'm still here after the papers are signed.
Santa Clarita Valley · Licensed since 2002
Where Would You Like to Start?
Find a Home
Search homes for sale throughout the Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding communities.
Looking for Something Brand New?
Get a more complete look at your home's value based on your property, neighborhood, and today's market.
You don't have to have it figured out.
Most people who call me are still wondering whether now is a sensible time, what the house might be worth, or even whether moving is even the right idea. That's a good enough reason to pick up the phone. You don't need a plan first.
I'll listen, I'll tell you honestly what I think, and if the answer is "not yet", I'll say so.
Explore Communities
Get to know the neighborhoods, 55+ communities, luxury communities, and areas I serve.
What Is My Home Worth?
Explore new construction communities, floor plans, builders, and available homes.
Anita Fennell Smith · Licensed California broker, DRE #01354832
Hello, I'm Anita.
"I felt like she was looking out for me, as her client."
Real estate became personal to me long before it became my career.
When my family bought our first home, we put our life savings into it. Then, after the sale was complete, problems came up—and our real estate agent was nowhere to be found.
Thankfully, my mother-in-law was a Realtor in Michigan and helped us figure out what to do. I remember thinking:
No one should make one of the biggest purchases of their life and then be left to figure everything out alone. Not long after that, she told me, “Anita, you can talk to anybody. You should think about real estate.”
So I did.
I've been helping buyers and sellers throughout the Santa Clarita Valley since 2002.
Over the years, I've worked with people at just about every stage of life: buying a first home, moving into a larger one, selling during a divorce, investing, downsizing after the kids leave, or helping a parent transition into a home that's easier to manage.
I especially enjoy helping people through the moves that feel complicated. Those are the moments when having someone experienced, patient, and willing to explain what's happening really matters.
And my job doesn't end when escrow closes.
I want my clients to understand what they own, how to protect what they've built, and how real estate can fit into their long-term plans. For clients interested in building wealth through real estate, I'm also happy to help them understand the possibilities that can come with growing equity and future investment properties.
Most importantly, I want you to know you have someone you can call—with a question during the transaction, six months later, or years down the road.
Outside of real estate, I serve on the board of our local real estate association and help raise money for organizations throughout the valley.
Santa Clarita isn't simply the market I work in.
It's my community.
Licensed broker REALTOR® SRES®. Seniors Specialist ABR® Buyer's Representative DRE #01354832
REAL ESTATE CHANGES AS LIFE CHANGES
Sometimes a move is more than a move.
Buying your first home is one kind of real estate decision.
Selling the family home after thirty years is another.
I've spent years helping clients navigate both—and just about everything in between.
For some families, that means finding a smaller home that's easier to maintain. For others, it means exploring a 55+ community, helping a parent move closer to family, transitioning into senior living, or figuring out what happens to a home during a divorce.
These moves can involve family, finances, memories, belongings, and a lot of decisions that have very little to do with square footage.
You don't have to figure all of that out before you call me.
We can start with where you are.
Reviews
There is nothing better than hearing from people I’ve worked with.
Some of my clients have been kind enough to write down what the experience was like. Here they are, unedited.
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She demonstrated a high level of integrity, which was really great because I could really trust her. I felt like she was looking out for me, as her client. She is dedicated to pleasing her clients, as evidenced by the many times I know she sacrificed her own personal events to go see a home I wanted to view. She was always available when I needed to ask her a question. I think everyone should have her as their real estate agent.Rochelle B.Buyer
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She’s a great realtor. A very kind and knowledgeable person. Walked us through our first home buying with no problems. Explained everything and made sure we were protected throughout the entire transaction. We would use her again if needed and recommend her to everyone looking to purchase or sell a home.Steven P.First-time buyer
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Would highly recommend Anita. The biggest reason is that she is someone that I can trust. She will go through everything with patience and knows what she is talking about in real estate. A great real estate agent!Alison F.Client
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Anita is the best! Always responsive, friendly, and professional. She knows this business inside and out, and made our first experience of buying a place as smooth as possible.Vanessa B.First-time buyer
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Anita helped us buy our first home. She is super helpful and makes looking for a house a fun experience.Eliana A.First-time buyer
From the other side of the table
What other professionals say.
Clients see one transaction. People who work alongside her see dozens.
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I recently had the opportunity to work with Anita and a mutual client of mine. Anita was absolutely top notch in her communication, professionalism and expertise. I have worked with a lot of realtors over the years and Anita conducts business in a way that makes the process seamless for all parties involved. Thank you Anita!Justin W.Industry colleague
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I have known Anita for a long time. On several occasions I have witnessed her interactions with clients, and every single one I spoke to had nothing but positive remarks. I have heard her clients say “Anita is working on our sale, even when she had to go out of town to take care of family business” and “Anita has been really attentive and knowledgeable with our sale.” I don’t hesitate to refer Anita to anyone I know looking to buy or sell their home. She works tirelessly and efficiently for her clients.Rob BaldwinReferral partner
One more thing
Worked with me before?
If you’ve bought or sold a home with me, I’d be grateful if you’d write a few lines. It’s how most people find me.
Or simply call me
(661) 803-8498