The Savory Group
The Savory Group The Savory Group is a San Diego-based real estate advisory team specializing in coastal residential properties, development sales, and strategic project marketing. Founded by longtime real estate advisor Jeannine Savory, the team works with developers, investors, and homeowners to thoughtfully position real estate assets across San Diego’s most desirable coastal and urban neighborhoods. With deep experience in markets including Pacific Beach, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, Point Loma, Uptown, and Downtown, the Savory Group provides guidance on pricing strategy, product positioning, and marketing execution to help maximize project performance and long-term value. The team’s development advisory work is supported by Jimmy Kerr, who oversees financial underwriting and cost analysis for developer clients. Marketing strategy and presentation are led by Kelly Pavlick, former Marketing Director for T.B. Penick & Sons, who now serves as Marketing Director for The Savory Group. Together, the team combines market insight, financial analysis, and thoughtful marketing to guide projects from early positioning through successful sales.
$600M+ IN TOTAL SALES VOLUME
26 YEARS OF REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE
Platinum Circle of Excellence MULTI-YEAR RECIPIENT, BASED ON TOTAL SALES VOLUME AND UNITS SOLD SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
3X Best Real Estate Sales Team READER’S CHOICE AWARD RECIPIENT SD UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN NEWS
Awarded 40 Under 40 SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
San Diego Magazine - Best of San Diego 2026 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD RECIPIENT
Jeannine Savory
With more than two decades of experience in San Diego real estate, Jeannine Savory helps buyers and sellers across the coastal neighborhoods she's proud to call home, from La Jolla and Del Mar to Pacific Beach, Point Loma, Bay Park, Uptown and Downtown. As founder of The Savory Group, she leads a high-producing team known for exceptional service, sharp market insight and a client experience that feels personal from the first conversation to closing day. Jeannine has a degree in interior design from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), so she sees a home the way buyers do. She knows how to present a property so it stands out, and she helps her clients see the real potential in every home they consider. Paired with a business degree from the University of Phoenix, that design sense gives her a thoughtful, strategic approach to pricing, positioning and negotiation. As Managing Partner of The Agency La Jolla, Jeannine oversees the San Diego region, which gives her a broad view of the local market and the deals moving through it. She also mentors the agents in the office, and her clients benefit from that leadership and depth of knowledge. Outside of real estate, Jeannine lives at the beach and spends her time with her two adult children. She also gives her time and resources to Rady Children's Hospital and the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.
619.800.0289 | JEANNINE.SAVORY@THEAGENCYRE.COM BROKER ASSOCIATE | LIC. #01310559
Jimmy Kerr Part of The Agency La Jolla and a member of The Savory Group, Jimmy Kerr helps San Diego buyers and sellers make confident, well-informed decisions about their homes. He's equally at home with first-time buyers, growing families, downsizers and investors. What sets Jimmy apart is his builder's eye. He spent more than 15 years in estimating, design, pre-construction and senior project management with general contractor Highland PM. Because of that, he can walk a home and quickly assess its condition, its renovation and remodel potential, and its long-term value. That gives his clients a real advantage when they buy, sell or plan their next move. A San Diego native, Jimmy earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with an environmental emphasis from the University of Southern California and an MBA from the University of San Diego. He is also a LEED Accredited Professional (BD+C) with a strong background in sustainable building. Clients, colleagues, friends and family know Jimmy as a true people person, and his enthusiasm and energy are contagious. Outside of real estate, he enjoys a competitive round of bogey golf, chasing sunsets, tending his garden and treasure hunting.
619.857.2294 | JIMMY@THESAVORYGROUP.COM ASSOCIATE | LIC. #01904054
Kelly Pavlick As Director of Marketing for The Savory Group, Kelly Pavlick leads the strategy and execution behind every listing the team brings to market. She oversees brand positioning, photography and video direction, print and digital campaigns, advertising and launch events, all designed to showcase each home and reach the right buyers. Kelly works closely with sellers and the sales team to tell each property's story. She shapes a distinct identity for every home, builds qualified buyer interest and supports the team all the way to a successful sale. Before joining The Savory Group, Kelly spent more than 15 years as Marketing Manager at T.B. Penick & Sons, a respected construction firm. That background gives her a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, design and quality, which she uses to highlight what makes each home special. Kelly takes a strategic, results-driven approach and has a talent for turning a home's best features into compelling marketing. That makes her an essential part of how The Savory Group delivers for its sellers.
619.800.0289 | KELLY@THESAVORYGROUP.COM ASSOCIATE | LIC. #02013971
Real Estate with Real Vision The Agency is a global lifestyle brand that excels in the art of branding and marketing real estate, having positioned some of the world’s most iconic properties. The Agency’s in-house, bi-coastal Marketing and Public Relations division, along with its award-winning creative and content team, includes copywriters, graphic designers, and digital strategists. They are experts in crafting compelling stories as well as print and digital campaigns to ensure a property’s performance is maximized for sale. Masterful design and powerful storytelling—all in a day’s work.
Turning A Landmark Into A Legacy
NOTABLE CASE STUDY
Pernicano’s 3830 Sixth Ave | Hillcrest THE PROPERTY 30-year vacant abandoned building on a 24,585-SF lot THE DEAL Sales Price: $8,400,000 Landmark Development Opportunity Represented Seller THE DETAILS This deal represented a decade-long passion project dedicated to enhancing the Hillcrest Core. Successfully contested downzoning proposal for the Pernicano family's vacant site in Hillcrest, preserving density and property value. Established Hillcrest Gateway Council, strategically engaged with city staff and Uptown Community, resulting in approval of the Hillcrest Gateway plan, leading to completion of a mixeduse project in February 2024, paving the way for future developments.
"Jeannine saved the future of Hillcrest with the increase of density leading to the sale of our site and the development of neighboring sites." “Our family has been a stakeholder in the San Diego community since 1946. As commercial property owners, restaurant operators and minority owners of the San Diego Chargers who our father helped bring to San Diego, we care deeply for the place we call home. Knowing how instrumental our property can be in the revitalization of the Hillcrest community, we put our trust in Jeannine and are very thankful we did. As the marketing efforts proceeded, we learned of a substantial downzone that would significantly impact the community of Hillcrest. Jeannine immediately assumed the best leaders in the entitlement services community and poured herself into community outreach. She not only protected the value of our property..." - Gary Pernicano, Pernicano’s
COMMERCIAL TRANSACTION OF THE YEAR, 2020 SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
Radiant Resurgence: Our Remarkable Reframe of A Balboa Park Condo Tower
NOTABLE CASE STUDY
3416 Sixth Ave | Bankers Hill THE PROPERTY 14 penthouse-style units, one unit per floor with direct elevator access THE DEAL Total Sales Volume: $20,252,750 Price Range: $934,450 - $2,000,000 Represented Seller THE DETAILS Undertook marketing for a challenging residential condo tower near Balboa Park, facing past unsuccessful sales, rental conversions and neighborhood competition. Rebranded the project, staged the penthouse, and secured full asking prices for two floors initially. Executed extensive renovation of the 9th floor, achieving national recognition. Managed turnkey renovation packages, streamlining the sales process. Achieved remarkable sell-out within 18 months, showcasing strategic vision and effective execution by The Savory Group.
Coastal Chic: Selling Ocean Beach in Style
NOTABLE CASE STUDY
4100 Voltaire Street | Ocean Beach THE PROPERTY 28 townhome units in Ocean Beach THE DEAL Total Sales Volume: $20,213,002 Price Range: $589,000-$770,000 Represented Seller THE DETAILS The Savory Group was hired after the developer interviewed over 20 real estate professionals. Achieved complete sell-out, meeting pricing goals within 17 months despite market challenges. Utilized active community engagement, precision marketing campaigns and forged exceptional relationships to overcome obstacles and achieve success. This success story reflects The Savory Group's strategic finesse and unwavering dedication to excellence in the demanding real estate industry, surpassing conventional success metrics despite formidable challenges.
The Savory Group Notable Sales Our Success Knows No Bounds
5572 Candlelight Dr La Jolla 5 BEDS | 5.5 BATHS 9,174 SF
THE DETAILS Secured this home completely off-market for our buyer client leveraging our strong industry relationships.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “Working with Jeannine was an exceptional experience from beginning to end. She took the time to truly understand exactly what we were looking for in a second home in La Jolla, and every property she recommended reflected that understanding. We never felt like we were wasting time touring homes that weren't the right fit.” - Scott Z.
4375 Del Monte Ave Ocean Beach 3 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,368 SF
THE DETAILS We had multiple offers and successfully avoided any renegotiations on price throughout the escrow period for our seller client.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “After 30 years in my home, selling was a big and emotional decision. The Savory Group made the entire process feel seamless and well cared for. Their preparation, communication, and attention to detail resulted in multiple offers and a smooth closing with no renegotiation. I’m so grateful I trusted them to guide me through such an important transition.” - Mary K.
The Savory Group Notable Sales Our Success Knows No Bounds
2121 Sunset Blvd. Mission Hills 5 BEDS | 5.5 BATHS 9,174 SF SOLD FOR $4,700,000
THE DETAILS Set the record for the highest-priced detached home sale in the 92103 area at the time of the transaction (2016).
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “As an architect with the highest interest in integrity and serving the community with my work, I strive for excellence and nothing less. The Savory Group represented me with that same standard of excellence. They are truly an unrivaled group.” - Jonathan Segal, FAIA
801 Ash Street, #2001 Cortez Hill 2 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS 1,882 SF SOLD FOR $1,840,000
THE DETAILS Achieved a record-breaking sale for price per square foot, surpassing Cortez Hill’s previous highest sale price by over 10%.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “As a real estate professional myself, I knew it was important to hire someone who is experienced in penthouse properties, which is why I hired Jeannine and her team, The Savory Group, to market my own personal penthouse. Not only is The Savory Group professional, hard-working, and talented in positioning a property to sell, they also understand the analytics required to convey value to an appraiser at an unprecedented price.” - Bryan A.
4003 Shasta Street Crown Point 3 BEDS | 3 BATHS 1,674 SF
THE DETAILS Achieved a successful sale within two months after taking over the listing, following an unsuccessful 6-month listing with previous brokers.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “After six months on the market with a friend who was a realtor, we realized we needed a more strategic approach. As a developer, time and carrying costs matter. Jeannine quickly identified how the property needed to be repositioned and executed a focused strategy that resulted in a successful sale within two months. Her market insight and decisive execution saved us significant carrying costs and helped us recover our position with a strong sale price. Our only regret is not bringing her in sooner.” -Mike R.
1388 Kettner Boulevard, #3001 Columbia District 2 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,718 SF SOLD FOR $2,450,000
THE DETAILS Jeannine successfully negotiated with the seller to provide a fully furnished unit, meeting the client's specific requirements for the building, view, floor plan, and immediate move-in upon closing.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “For the past decade, I've exclusively partnered with Jeannine for my real estate needs. As the owner of a thriving restaurant group, I've consistently sought the best in all my business ventures, and The Savory Group has proven to be the A-team in real estate. Their expertise in navigating complex transactions and providing strategic advice is unparalleled. With proactive and personalized service, I trust The Savory Group to handle my real estate affairs, allowing me to concentrate on my other businesses.” -Raymond D.
THE RESULTS ARE IN
BEST OF SAN DIEGO
2026 The Savory Group
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