About
Gwen Banta
DRE#: 01362887"Gwen, thanks so much on behalf of Lindsey and myself. I can't believe the house is ours! We can't wait to move in when the tour ends, and then let's all celebrate. Seriously amazed! Lots of love - G" Gerard Way, Creator, "The Umbrella Academy"
GWEN BANTA - Sotheby’s International Realty Global Advisor and Certified Negotiator
Gwen is a Hollywood Hills Real Estate Specialist who has earned the coveted designation of Global Real Estate Advisor. Serving clients in the Hollywood Hills, Bel Air, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, and nearby San Fernando Valley, her business includes luxury sales as well as income properties and investments. Her mantra is: 'I welcome any client in any price range as long as they have a sincere smile and love dogs!'
After starting her real estate career in 2002, Gwen moved to Sotheby's in 2009, eventually joining the top-notch Beverly Hills team in 2023. She has received numerous awards for outstanding performance including: Top Producer, Executive Club, 100% Club Award, Trulia Top Agent and LA Top Rated Agent. She counts many film industry personnel and musicians among her client roster. Although she works throughout the Hollywood Hills, she lives in Laurel Canyon and is a specialist in the area she loves and knows so well. However, if you ask Gwen what area she prefers, she will tell you, 'I follow my dear clients anywhere they want to go!'
As a certified negotiator with a global outreach in marketing, Gwen has also developed a far-reaching Asia network that offers specialty real estate services to foreign investors. Dubbed 'L.A.'s Sherlock of Homes' by her loyal clients, she is known for her intelligence, ethics and wild sense of humor. In addition to her appearances on numerous real estate television shows, Gwen's high-profile sales have garnered publicity in the 'The Wall Street Journal,' 'The New York Times,' 'Robb Report,' and 'Los Angeles Times' on many occasions.
An award-winning actress and author of 9 published novels, Gwen holds B.A. and M.S. degrees, as well as a Spanish Language Certificate from Monterey’s renowned Defense Language Institute.
Gwen believes everyone is unique and special. “My goal is to provide the best service possible. For me, every new client is a forever client.”
Accolades
"We spent a year looking for our perfect house, and as anyone who is looking knows, it can be very discouraging. Gwen was an angel throughout the process - always finding new and interesting places, constantly reminding us of our options, full of ideas for each property, and always there to give us an objective opinion when we were in danger of making a hasty decision. When I think about what we might have settled on instead of waiting for the perfect place, I am so grateful to her for never pushing us into something less than ideal. And man, can she negotiate! She's the best!"
- Lindsay Ballato Way, Musician - "Mindless Self-Indulgence"
"Gwen Banta is a dedicated professional who has worked tirelessly on my behalf. Her integrity, insight, and brilliant sense of humor are qualities I seldom find in others. She is the real deal. It's an honor and privilege to know her. P.S. I mean every word."
- Antony Bland, Music Manager
"You rock hard and I like driving your car!!!!
- Bob Bryar, Musician, "My Chemical Romance"
"We thoroughly enjoyed working with Gwen on our purchase of two properties, both in downtown Los Angeles. We could not be more pleased with both the outcome of our two real estate purchases and the relationship that we've developed with Gwen. Her excellence in customer service is what sets her apart from her colleagues. Couple that with her vast knowledge of real estate, meticulous attention to detail, and overall fun and pleasant demeanor and, well, you just can't go wrong with Gwen. We only wish we could buy more real estate Downtown - with Gwen representing us of course!"
- Brian Blake & Roger Gendron, "Happy Downtowners"
"I've been buying and selling homes for many years, and Gwen has been instrumental in building our mini-empire. Her knowledge in all facets of the industry - from market analysis to negotiations, and from financing information to spotting a diamond in the rough - have allowed us to develop a successful investment portfolio. She has such integrity & intelligence, as well as a keen eye for detail and a precise system of follow-up. It is also wonderful to work with an agent who brings kindness, personal attention and a great sense of humor to the table. She better never plan on leaving California or I’m coming after her!"
- Addison Wright, Producer
"Gwen made me feel utterly special in my scary search for my first home. I know she has many celebrity clients, but her attention to my needs made it seem as if I were the only one."
- Jill Holden, Actress
"In a world of real estate uncertainty...At a time of economic hodgepodge...A hero will rise and treat you like a human being with respect and integrity...'Gwen Banta - in neighborhoods everywhere this Fall!'"
- Eric Towler, Film Editor
"Gwen is the consummate professional and went overboard to meet our needs – I’ve never worked with a better realtor."
- James LaMarr, Producer
"THANK YOU! You're amazing...and your snacks rock!
- R.P.L. - Buyer
