Annie Clougherty and her team with Ryan Serhant at the Pendry, Newport Beach

Guiding Clients with Experience, Heart, and Local Insight

In a city where lifestyle and real estate are deeply intertwined, few professionals understand the meaning of “home” quite like Annie Clougherty. As the founding agent of Serhant Orange County, Annie has spent more than two decades helping families navigate one of life’s most significant decisions, buying or selling a home with confidence, strategy, and genuine care.

Born and raised in coastal Orange County and a Newport Beach resident since the age of 15, Annie’s connection to the community isn’t just professional; it’s personal. Her story, shaped by frequent childhood moves before finally settling in Newport Beach, continues to influence how she approaches her work today.

“Home,” she explains, “is far more than four walls and a roof. It’s security, comfort, and stability during life’s biggest transitions.” This perspective has become the foundation of a career built not just on transactions but on trust, empathy and long-term relationships.

A Career Built on Relationships and Results

Annie launched her real estate career more than 20 years ago with a clear goal: to help others find their place in the community she loved. After gaining experience at top brokerages and consistently ranking among Orange County’s leading agents, she joined Compass in its early years, when the company was still a boutique firm with just 1,300 agents nationwide.

Over the past few years, Annie pitched hersef to Ryan Serhant and his team, expressing many times that she would love to join if he ever expanded his brokerage to California. When the opportunity finally arose to join SERHANT in Orange County, it felt like a natural next chapter for Annie to join. Excited to help shape the brokerage’s local presence, Annie became a Founding Agent, bringing a move she had long envisioned.

Annie has reached $1 billion in sales to date and has earned more than 100 five-star client reviews, milestones that reflect both market expertise and a steadfast commitment to service.

Her approach blends sharp negotiation skills with concierge-level attention to detail. From preparing a property to show at its absolute best to leveraging an extensive network of buyers and agents, Annie remains personally involved at every stage of the process. Clients benefit not only from historical market knowledge but also from her real-time understanding of what is happening behind the scenes, including properties currently in escrow, giving them a strategic advantage in a competitive market.

Local Advantage

What distinguishes The Annie Clougherty Team is something surprisingly uncommon in real estate: deep personal investment in the communities they serve. Every member of the team lives locally, owns homes in Orange County neighborhoods, and participates actively in local schools and community life.

That firsthand experience translates into insight that goes beyond statistics. Annie understands the nuances of each neighborhood because she lives them daily, from school districts and lifestyle amenities to the subtle market shifts that influence pricing and timing.

Her business philosophy reflects this hands-on mindset: Reputation. Dedication. Community. Communication. Tenacity. Results. 24/7 availability.

It’s a standard that guides every client relationship and reinforces her belief that real estate should feel seamless, informed and highly personalized.

Investing in Community

For Annie, success in real estate is inseparable from community involvement. She is an active participant in the Newport Beach Distinguished Citizens Program, gaining deeper insight into the city’s infrastructure and leadership while staying engaged in local issues shaping Newport’s future. She has also served on the city’s General Plan Advisory Committee, contributing to long-term planning efforts that help preserve the character of Newport Beach for future generations.

Her commitment extends to philanthropy and local initiatives as well. Annie is a yearly sponsor of the Newport Harbor Home Tour and the Newport Heights Foundation, among many others. She participates annually in Air Band, a spirited lip-sync fundraiser where her group, “The Wolfpack,” raises funds for meaningful causes, including honoring a fellow Realtor lost to breast cancer.

She also mentors young teens through the Newport Harbor Junior Mentor Program and regularly highlights local leaders and businesses through interviews and community storytelling.

Personal Life

Outside of work, Annie embraces the lifestyle that makes Newport Beach so special. Evenings cruising the harbor on her Duffy, time spent at the Balboa Bay Club, and bike rides to the beach with her family are among her favorite ways to recharge. Much of her energy today is also devoted to her children, including supporting her oldest, Connor, as he pursues a Division I water polo career. He will begin playing for Santa Clara University this fall.

For Annie, real estate has never been solely about properties; it’s about people, milestones, and the evolving story of a community she deeply values.

Despite impressive career milestones, Annie remains focused on what matters most: helping one family at a time. Whether guiding first-time buyers, supporting growing families, or assisting longtime residents through major life transitions, her goal is to serve as a steady, knowledgeable presence during what can often feel like an overwhelming process.

As Newport Beach continues to grow and change, Annie Clougherty remains committed to helping clients find not just a house, but a place where life unfolds.

Get In Touch With Annie:

(949) 873-7649 | annie@annieclougherty.com | www.annieclougherty.com

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