Homes & Properties
These are homes and properties that I have been involved in the buying, selling or property management of. They are here to represent the depth and breadth of my experience in real estate in the various communities.
This does not, yet, represent all of the properties and transactions I have been a part of.
Downtown Huntington Beach: Coastal Luxury Where the Numbers Still Make Sense If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up and walking to the sand with a cup of coffee in hand, Huntington Beach’s downtown neighborhood quietly offers one of the best values on the Southern California coast. While markets like Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Manhattan Beach…
What Smart Investors Look for When Choosing a Property In real estate, timing and opportunity go hand in hand. Whether you’re building a portfolio or planning your next move, understanding how savvy buyers identify a “Hot Buy” can give you a major edge. These are the same factors investors watch closely—so you can see the…
Downtown Huntington Beach: SoCal’s Best Walk-Up-to-the-Beach Value? If you love the idea of strolling to the sand, Downtown Huntington Beach belongs on your short list. I pulled the last six months of walk-up-to-the-beach properties (Active + In Escrow + Sold) across our coastline—Orange County plus a couple LA County benchmarks—and the value story in HB…
🏡 Why Great Agents Preview Homes — and Why It Matters for Huntington Beach Buyers and Sellers By Mike Rains | First Team Real Estate – Seacliff | Huntington Beach, CA In a fast-moving market like Huntington Beach, knowing the data is one thing—but seeing the homes in person is what truly separates a seasoned…
Why the 4th Quarter Could Be the Best Time of 2025 for Homebuyers By Mike Rains, First Team Real Estate – Huntington Beach As we head into the final stretch of 2025, I want to share something I’ve seen time and again over my 23 years in real estate—the fourth quarter can quietly be one…
The Hidden Advantage: Why Off-Market Housing Data Matters for Buyers In today’s market, competition is fierce. Homes that hit the open market often receive multiple offers within days—sometimes hours. For buyers, that can feel discouraging. But what if I told you there’s a way to get ahead of the crowd? That’s where off-market housing data…
Why I Love Calling Downtown Huntington Beach Home By Mike Rains, Realtor with First Team Seacliff I’ve been helping clients find their perfect home in Downtown Huntington Beach for nearly 18 years, as part of my 23 years in real estate. Every day I’m reminded: this place isn’t just a zip code. It’s a lifestyle.…
When it comes to buying or selling a home in Huntington Beach, you want more than just a real estate agent—you want a trusted advisor who knows the market, cares about the community, and puts your needs first. That’s exactly what you’ll find with Mike Rains, a seasoned realtor with over 23 years of experience…
19561 Pompano Ln Unit#104, Huntington Beach Offered for Sale at $1,265,000. SOLD Welcome to 19561 Pompano Lane #104, a beautifully upgraded home in the highly desirable, guard-gated community of Pacific Ranch in Huntington Beach. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and over 2,150 sq. ft. of comfortable living space with central A/C, this residence combines…
Welcome to 17131 Pinehurst Lane – Offered at $1,330,000. SOLD A Beautifully Updated Pool Home in the Heart of Huntington Beach! This thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and function. All bedrooms are conveniently located on the main floor, including a spacious primary suite, while a large upstairs carpeted…