Renee Virella | Luxury Real Estate Advisor
Combining investment banking expertise with nearly three decades of local insight, Renee Virella advises buyers, sellers, and investors throughout Lake Sherwood, Malibu and Westlake Village’s most sought-after luxury communities.
With more than 28 years of living in the Malibu and Westlake Village area, Renee offers clients an exceptional understanding of the local market, lifestyle, and evolving real estate landscape. Specializing in luxury homes and investment properties, she represents discerning buyers, sellers, and investors who expect thoughtful guidance, strategic insight, and a highly personalized experience.
Before entering residential real estate, Renee built her career in investment banking and mortgage finance, developing a deep understanding of real estate valuation, financing structures, and market strategy. This financial background allows her to guide clients through complex transactions with a level of expertise that extends far beyond the traditional real estate experience.
In addition to advising clients, Renee is an active real estate investor, owning multiple investment properties including multifamily assets. Her firsthand experience acquiring and managing investment properties provides valuable perspective when helping clients evaluate opportunities, structure acquisitions, and navigate strategies such as 1031 exchanges and long-term portfolio growth.
Known for her discretion, integrity, and strong negotiation skills, Renee is trusted by clients who value professionalism, results, and strategic representation. She takes a thoughtful approach to every transaction—whether positioning a luxury property to achieve maximum value, identifying off-market opportunities, or guiding buyers through competitive negotiations.
Renee’s background in luxury construction and residential architecture provides an additional advantage when evaluating property quality, renovation potential, and long-term value. Combined with expert marketing, thoughtful presentation, and a deep understanding of the local market, she ensures every property is represented at the highest level.
For Renee, real estate represents far more than a transaction—it is often one of the most significant financial and lifestyle decisions her clients will make. With her combination of financial expertise, investment experience, and deep roots in the community, she provides a refined, seamless experience for clients navigating the Lake Sherwood, Malibu, and Westlake Village luxury markets.
Testimonials
Deciding on moving to another state and buying a house can be nerve-wracking, to say the least. But Renee was more than just a realtor. She was a constant support, always there for us. She found us the perfect home in Lake Sherwood! If you need an expert, in that area she is your person! She negotiated the deal, we are so happy of the outcome! She made us feel like we were more to her than just her clients, she was professional, honest and soooo very patient!
Thank you, Renee, for making our dreams come true!
Renee is an absolute professional and a joy to collaborate with. She is attentive to detail and highly organized. If you’re looking for someone who is both professional and dependable, look no further she will get the job done.
You’ll be glad you worked with Renee!
She is incredibly diligent, highly organized, and consistently one step ahead throughout the entire process. Her attention to detail and clear communication made everything feel seamless and well-managed.
She advocates strongly for her clients and approaches negotiations with confidence and professionalism. If you’re looking for an agent who is both strategic and steadfast in protecting your best interests, I would highly recommend her without hesitation.
Working with Renee was hands-down the best decision we made. Her expertise in the Lake Sherwood area is unmatched — she knows the neighborhoods, the market trends, and the lifestyle that makes this community so special.
She was responsive, patient, and genuinely cared about finding the right fit for us. We never felt like just another transaction.
If you’re buying or selling in Lake Sherwood, you want someone who lives and breathes this market — that’s exactly what you get here. Renee was a dream!!
Renee has a rare southern charm warmth you want in a realtor in California. She has a way of putting you at ease with her down to earth persona and years of experience in Realestate under her belt. Her quick wit is what we need in this market .
Renee couldn’t be more genuine! Her commitment and devotion is real! She absolutely puts her clients first!
Renee arrived well before our appointment time to preview the property and was very prepared for our showing. She is incredibly efficient, timely, and organized. She is knowledge and a pleasure to work with.
My husband and I were finally able to get our first house and Renee was the perfect match for us in our buying journey. She was patient with our questions and walked us through each step so we never felt too overwhelmed.
Buying a house is such a daunting experience, Renee was so calming and kind in answering our questions and guiding us through the whole process.
In this crazy market it was refreshing to find such a hard-working Realtor.