The Tustin Insider: Spring 2024 Edition

Sales Team

Administrative Team

Dean O’Dell Broker Associate License# 01060767

Nicole Galey Realtor® Associate License# 02020687

Sarah O’Dell Broker Associate License# 00646527

Peter Cuomo Broker Associate License# 01990203

April O’Dell Nugent Realtor® Associate License# 01955551

Sara Ioffrida Broker Associate License# 02156933

Carmina Johansson Realtor® Associate License# 01851643

Nicole Janes Realtor® Associate License# 02099505

Gary O’Dell Transaction Facilitator License# 00413708

Beth Mehlberger Sales Manager License# 02022106

Dani O’Dell Director of Finance

Dena Zum Mallen IT & Digital Marketing

Jennifer O’Donoghue Director of Operations License# 01725073

Yolanda Sellers Accounting Associate

Julie Peterman Director of Marketing

The O’Dell Group Who Are They? What’s Their Story?

Why Hire Them?

In 1973, The O’Dell Family of three moved to North Tustin to set down roots. It has been home ever since, with three generations of family living locally and working for the family’s residential real estate business today. They have been a dominant force in their profession since 1978, stemming from their steadfast desire to help people find their forever homes.

So, Who Are They? Sarah looking younger than her age and Dean being prematurely gray has created a lot of confusion among the public over the years! Referring to the adjacent photos, Gary and Sarah are married, and Dean and April are their children who were born 10 years apart. Dean’s wife, Dani, is also on the team, as well as their daughter, Dena. Now that we’ve cleared up the common, humorous misconceptions that Dean is married to Sarah, and that April and Dani are his daughters, let’s start at the beginning. With the O’Dells.

What’s Their Story? Gary is the Patriarch and entered the business part-time in 1969. He relocated the family here from Palos Verdes for land, space, and more blue skies. Sarah left her career in banking in 1978, and obtained her Broker’s license to have flexibility with Gary’s teaching career. Her passion and success in the business was truly remarkable and she quickly found herself among the top luxury agents in Orange County. Their son, Dean, earned a dual degree in Finance and Real Estate and obtained his Broker’s License in 1990. He was leaning towards real estate development when the death of Sarah’s father thrust him into the business unexpectedly. It was a baptism by fire, but also a moment of enlightenment as he took to it quickly. When Dani joined, she completed the strong foundation for the team, using her skills as a CPA to handle the business’ finances. Decades later, their daughter Dena joined them, specializing in information technology and digital marketing. Their son, Derek, and his wife, Zara, have their own company and reside in Tustin Ranch. It remains to be seen if they will join the family business someday! After a successful career in broadcasting, April joined the family business in 2014. Her investigative skills, natural curiosity and genuine care for people made it a seamless transition in careers. She is now a top sales agent, following in the O’Dell family footsteps. Her husband, Jay, is a commercial real estate broker, and they have three kids; Chatham, Julia and Garrett. Like her older brother and his children, April and her children attended Tustin schools from elementary to high school.

Just like The O’Dell Family, nearly all team members live in the local Tustin areas, and many have grown up here with multigenerational roots. The team is like one big family with a synergy that unites them, with all but a few working together for 7-20

years. In the adjacent page, you may recognize some of their names and know them or their family members. Future editions of The Tustin Insider will spotlight them individually.

Why Hire Them? Now that you know who they are, why should you hire them? Prior to joining forces in 1994, Dean and Sarah worked individually as top agents in the area for years. After starting their family business, they knew early on that just one or two people could not possibly possess the necessary skills to provide clients with the level of care that they deserve. This led them to build a team of experts who specialize in different areas of the transaction process, so that the client’s experience is never compromised; true to their motto, “It’s All About You!” Team members range from their 20’s to their 80’s, fostering an environment of shared wisdom and understanding for their customers. They provide valuable insights and empathetic guidance to clients regardless of their age or budget by drawing upon a wide range of experiences from various stages of life.

Always at the forefront and ever-evolving, The O’Dell Group stays ahead of the curve by adopting new technologies and strategies before they become mainstream. They were among the first to include “Group” in their name 24 years ago when they hired their first assistant, started staging and prepping homes over 20 years ago, and hired a Marketing Director to break ground on digital and social media marketing 14 years ago. In recent years they’ve incorporated new technology like artificial intelligence into their services, which others are just beginning to utilize.

The continuous growth mindset of their team of specialists ensures unparalleled service and expertise. No agent or team in the area has the combination of track record, longevity, and experience to rival The O’Dell Group. Currently, they rank as the #1 team for Sales Transactions in all Tustin Zip Codes combined and the #1 team for Luxury Sales in Inland O.C for sales over $1,750,000. Although Brokers themselves, they hang their license with Seven Gables Real Estate, a proven Brokerage and Industry Leader for over 40 years.

The O’Dell Group is a legacy business with deep roots locally, and love what they do.

$1M

39 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET

PRICE PER SQ. FT. $635.88 AVERAGE SALE PRICE $1,875,573 AVERAGE LISTING PRICE $1,902,521

195 NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD

HIGHEST SALE $6,500,000

Based on information from the Pacific West Association of Realtors (alternatively from the Southern California MLS). Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS.

Based on information from the Pacific West Association of Realtors (alternatively from the Southern California MLS). Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS.

FAMILY FUN PLACES TO VISIT

NEAR TUSTIN

FASHION CAMP

13771 NEWPORT AVE, TUSTIN, CA 92780 (714) 259-0946

MUD HEN CLAY & ART STUDIO

130 W. 3RD ST, TUSTIN, CA 92780 714.922.0060

TUSTIN RANCH GOLF CLUB

12442 TUSTIN RANCH RD, TUSTIN, CA 92782 714.730.1611 | 10 AM - 11:00 AM 10 STUDENT LIMIT

CEDAR GROVE PARK

11385 PIONEER RD, TUSTIN, CA 92782 714.573.3326

DOLCE GELATO

2461 PARK AVE, TUSTIN, CA 92782 714.389.9249

ESCAPEMENT ROOMS

13031 NEWPORT AVE #202, TUSTIN, CA 92780 657.232.0076

PREGO RESTAURANT

2409 PARK AVE, TUSTIN, CA 92782

949.553.1333

MARCONI AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM

1302 INDUSTRIAL DR, TUSTIN, CA 92780 714.258.3001

TUSTIN EVENTS

TUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BREAKFAST

AT THE CITY OF TUSTIN EGG HUNT

SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 2024

VISIT

TUSTINCOMMUNITYFOUNDATION.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION

TUSTIN CHEF’S GOURMET

SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2024

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

1751 S ELK LN, SANTA ANA

SANTA ANA ELKS LODGE

VISIT

TUSTINCOMMUNITYFOUNDATION.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION

CURRENT LISTINGS

10011 SUNDERLAND STREET, NORTH TUSTIN

4 BEDS (4TH BEDROOM CURRENTLY USED AS OFFICE) + BONUS ROOM, 4.0 BATHS, 3,156 SQ. FT., 0.55 ACRES, BUILT IN 1986, OFFERED AT $1,950,000

18101

OAK RIDGE DRIVE, NORTH TUSTIN

4 BEDS, 2 BATHS, 2,706 SQ. FT. OVERALL (BREAKDOWN; 2,006 SQ. FT. MAIN HOUSE + 700 SQ. FT. BONUS ROOM), 8 CAR PARKING INCLUDES 1,644 SQ. FT. REAR PERMITTED GARAGE + EXISTING 2-CAR FRONT GARAGE, 0.29 ACRE (12,700 SQ. FT.) LOT, BUILT IN 1962, RECENTLY IMPROVED OFFERED AT $1,695,000

SOLD

RECENT SOLDS

13821 MALENA DRIVE, TUSTIN

4 BEDS + OFFICE, 2.5 BATHS, 2,002 SQ. FT., 8,698 SQ. FT. LOT, SOLD FOR $1,600,000! | REPRESENTED SELLER

SOLD

17681 LIMETREE WAY, TUSTIN

5 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS, 2,662 SQ. FT., 7,800 SQ. FT. LOT, BUILT IN 1977, RENOVATED IN 2023, SOLD FOR $1,570,000! | REPRESENTED SELLER

IN A SHIFTING MARKET, WHO YOU WORK WITH MATTERS!

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Mac & Cheese Bites

A comfort classic that everyone will love! Crisp on the outside yet soft, creamy and cheesy on the inside.

Ingredients:

For the mac and cheese:

1 pound elbow macaroni

2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

¼ cup unsalted butter

2 cups whole milk

Instructions:

1. Bring pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Heat large sauce pan on mediumlow heat to melt butter. Once melted, add in the flour and whisk continuously until thickened with a nutty aroma.

3. Gradually mix in the milk until there are no longer any lumps. Increase temperature to medium heat and bring to a light simmer. Whisk continuously until mixture thickens.

4. Mix in the cheese until melted and incorporated.

¼ cup all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

¼ teaspoon salt and pepper

For the breading:

5 large eggs

2 cups all-purpose flour

3 cups panko bread crumbs

1 cup Italian style bread crumbs

1 teaspoon salt

vegetable oil

5. Stir in the cooked and drained pasta to the cheese mixture until well coated. Let cool and refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 4 hours.

6. Once cooled, form 1 ½ inch balls of mac and cheese by pressing to compact. Place on baking sheet and put back in fridge to keep cool.

7. In a shallow bowl, add the flour for the breading. In a second shallow bowl, add the eggs for the breading and whisk. In a third shallow bowl, combine panko bread crumbs, Italian style bread crumbs, and salt. Set aside until step 9.

8. Prepare oil by pouring into a large Dutch oven until about 4 inches deep and heat until oil is approximately 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

9. Remove mac and cheese balls from fridge and begin by coating each ball in flour first, then the eggs, and then the bread crumb mixture.

10. Begin frying mac and cheese balls in heated oil in small batches. Let fry for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.

11. Remove and transfer to a paper towel lined plate, serve and enjoy while warm!

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Dust around and behind TV

Clean fireplace

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Wash, vacuum, or replace dog beds

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Get rid of outdated spices and food

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Spring

CLEANING CHECKLIST

Supplies: Vacuum, Steam Cleaner, Mop, Dusting Materials, Paper Towels, Broom, Boxes, New Furnace Filter

Polish silverware

Clean inside of cabinets and drawers

Dust top of cabinets and above fridge

De-clutter junk drawer

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Donate or toss old clothes and shoes

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Clean light fixtures

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Clean sliding glass door tracks

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Plant flowers

Clean/repair gutters

Clean and organize garage

What Our Clients Are Saying…

“Where to start? April and Julie are two in a million. April made us feel, no, made us family. She worked day in and day out for us. Julie swooped in and transformed our “everyday” home into a “must have” home. April provided daily updates and even provided a contractor when our fence blew down. The O’Dell Group is not just a real estate firm, they are a collection of local people that love this community. If you want to get the best experience and top dollar for your home, please call the O’Dell team. Specifically April O’Dell. We would give 10 stars if we could.”

- SCOTT H.

“We've had the pleasure of working with Carmina twice. Once for a home purchase 4 years ago and currently for the sale of that home. Carmina's knowledge and professionalism are beyond. She was always so clear and concise with us making sure we knew what was happening each step of the way. Her team was insanely helpful with the prep to sell and getting us organized with clear timelines. Carmina and her team were efficient and confident and our house sold exactly as she intended. We could not be happier with Carmina and her incredible team at O'Dell.”

- JENNIFER & BLAKE S.

"Working with Dean at The O'Dell Group was a great experience. He was very professional and knowledgeable about our local market and was always available to answer our questions. He went above and beyond to make the process incredibly easy and took extra steps many other Realtors don’t (but should). His hard work and knowledge of what it takes to sell a home really paid off - our listing looked amazing and sold quickly. I would highly recommend Dean and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."

- NICK PAVLOVSKY