"Dennis Hartley is the expert in Redondo Beach real estate. He guided us through the selling process with honesty and good humor, it was such a pleasure. We always felt like we were in great hands. Thank you, Dennis, for going above and beyond."
★★★★★
"Working with Dennis for the past 10 years has been an absolute pleasure. Thank you Dennis for all you do!"
★★★★★
"Dennis is an exceptional real estate professional who truly stands out in this industry. His knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and consistent communication made the entire process seamless from start to finish.
He approaches every transaction with strategy and professionalism, ensuring that nothing is overlooked and that his clients are fully informed at every stage. His negotiation skills and ability to navigate challenges calmly and confidently are impressive.
What sets Dennis apart is his integrity and commitment to delivering results while genuinely caring about the people he represents. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell real estate."
★★★★★
"I’ve known Dennis Hartley for years, and it’s always a pleasure working with him. We recently closed a new construction deal in Redondo Beach where he represented the buyer, and I had the seller. Dennis is as solid as they come—great communicator, super easy to work with, and always keeps things on track. It’s always a smooth process when Dennis is involved!"
★★★★★
"Dennis handled everything from the beginning to closing. I couldn't be happier with the way the sale of my property went. Thank you!"
★★★★★
"Dennis is the absolute best! We've had several real estate transactions over the past years & he far surpassed any of our previous agents. He went above & beyond in all facets of selling & staging our home & we ended up with an offer far over our asking price! You just can't get better than that! Thank you so much, Dennis!!!"
★★★★★
"Dennis referred his clients who were selling their home in California to me and I can’t praise his communication enough. Communication is key in real estate to make everything run smoothly and the sale of their home and purchase of their new home in Washington was seamless because of Dennis’s great communication skills. Our clients spoke very highly of him through the whole process and he was all around great to work with. I will be referring anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Redondo Beach to him for sure, and if you’re looking to buy or sell a home in that area, you should definitely hire him!"
★★★★★
"Dennis Hartley is a true professional. He knows the real estate business from all angles and takes pride in providing great service. Dennis just helped me find contractors to remodel my home in Lomita, CA. He has helped me with questions on several other occasions, he's so eager to help."
★★★★★
"I highly recommend Dennis Hartley if you are looking for a local South Bay realtor. He is very knowledgeable and attentive to all your needs. From start to finish he will walk you through the process and make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible. Recently worked with Dennis on my property in Redondo Beach, Ca and couldn’t be more happier!"
★★★★★
"Dennis was the listing agent on a property that just closed for my client. The offer and acceptance process went smooth without a hiccup. He and his team were exceptionally professional, courteous, and prompt on communication. One of the smoothest transactions we've ever done. Hoping to do more transactions with Dennis and his team!"
★★★★★
"I worked with Dennis Hartley to sell my townhome Hawthorne, CA. He is a true professional and continues to keep in contact and has been a great resource even after the sale closed. He is so knowledgeable and the personal that Dennis always provides is so valuable. I highly recommend Dennis if you're looking to sell a home in the South Bay."
★★★★★
"Dennis went above and beyond what we ever hoped for. He was very accommodating, ensuring the process went smoothly and that we were happy with every decision we made. Great advice and friendly service!"
★★★★★
"Very nice person to work with !"
★★★★★
"So glad I chose Dennis Hartley to be my realtor. His patience and persistence, coupled with his knowledge and over 40 years of experience proved invaluable throughout the whole process of selling our Venice home. Ours was a particularly complex transaction and Dennis handled the situation like a total pro, finding a solution for every challenge. My wife and I couldn't be happier with the outcome and can confidently recommend Dennis to anyone looking for an experienced realtor who's dedicated to serving his clients. Thanks, Dennis!"
★★★★★
"Dennis Hartley with Compass Real Estate is sincere, succinct and has a great deal of experience. He's been at it for decades. He is well known in Redondo Beach and always seems to have properties for sale there. That's why we chose him to selI our parent's home. We wanted someone who knew that local market backwards and forwards. If you're selling a Redondo Beach home, I'd use Dennis, he's a great real estate agent."
★★★★★
"When we recently sold our house in Torrance, CA. Dennis advised on preparing our home for sale, supervised the work and selected a fantastic stager to make our house even more appealing. I was a little skeptical about the need to stage it but when I saw the house fully decked out, I knew it was the right call. The preparation, staging and correct pricing got us multiple offers in less than a week. Dennis Hartley knows how to sell real estate. He's been at it a long time, is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Calm and attentive to your situation and eager to make you happy. I highly recommend him."
★★★★★
"Working with Dennis Hartley with Compass was an absolute pleasure; his professionalism and experience ensured a smooth transaction. His dedication to client satisfaction and transparent communication sets him apart. Dennis is trustworthy and his clients are in good hands with his representation."
★★★★★
"Went Above and Beyond - Even Without a Commission
I cannot recommend Dennis highly enough. As we prepared to move from Georgia to South Bay, California, I reached out to several realtors for help finding a rental property. Dennis was the only one who responded with genuine enthusiasm and a desire to help, even though he knew helping renters is often less lucrative.
What set him apart was how he listened. He made sure he perfectly understood our needs, but also gently asked if we'd be open to alternative options or areas we might not have considered—never in a pushy way, but always with the goal of ensuring we had the best choices available.
He was incredibly proactive, sending us new listings and reaching out to other agents to arrange showings. He was so responsive and even gave up his Sunday to take us to see a house.
In the end, due to our tight timeline, we had to settle on an apartment quickly without using his services. Despite this, he was nothing but kind and understanding. The fact that he provided such exceptional, consultative help without any guarantee of a payoff speaks volumes about his character and integrity.
He turned a stressful process into a positive one, and we are so grateful. We will absolutely—without a doubt—be calling him when we are ready to buy a home. He has earned our future business and our highest recommendation."
★★★★★
"We had a 1031 exchange to complete and time was of the essence. Dennis was on it from the start. He found an off market apartment building in Gardena, CA that worked perfectly. He negotiated a credit for some deferred maintenance and we closed quickly. Very satisfied with the experience. I would use him again in a minute. Call Dennis Hartley, he's a great real estate agent."
★★★★★
"Dennis Hartley has been an incredible loyal, patient, ethical, and caring realtor. We’ve known Dennis for over 30 years and have had the pleasure of working with him multiple times. His attention to detail and unwavering dedication to his clients is truly exceptional. If you’re ever in need of a realtor to sell or buy in the South Bay area I highly recommend Dennis Hartley-you won’t find anyone more trustworthy or committed."
★★★★★
"Amazing experience with Dennis. His attention to detail, commitment and hard work was evident every step of the way. He was always willing go the extra mile and made the home buying process a lot less stressful. I would recommend Dennis to anyone that is looking to buy or sell!"
★★★★★
"I was very happy with the experience."
★★★★★
"I inherited a house in Torrance, CA and needed to sell it. I didn't know any agents in that area so I did a Google search and chose a few agents to interview over the phone. Dennis Hartley with Compass stood out. He asked relevant questions and definitely had a specific plan for getting the house ready to sell. He got the house painted, cleaned and staged. It looked surprisingly good!He kept me informed and I was very happy with the experience."
★★★★★
"The experience working with Dennis Hartley was excellent. Throughout the process, Dennis and his team were nothing but professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to delivering exceptional results. His proactive approach anticipated every twist and turn. He was always ready with a solution. The team kept me well informed. Escrow closed on time. I highly recommend Dennis Hartley to anyone looking for a reliable real estate agent."
★★★★★
"Dennis was an absolute dream real estate partner. We knew he’d be an expert in the Redondo Beach market, and we trusted his guidance and opinions. From our first inquiry to the effective marketing and gorgeous staging which highlighted all of the best features of our home, he was quick to respond, discuss and ultimately SELL our home! Thank you, Dennis and your team—enjoyed working with Jennifer and her helpful and friendly communications!"
★★★★★
"I can't say enough good things about Dennis Hartley. I will start out by saying that I am a very anal and obsessive person especially when it comes to "big" things like buying a home. We found Dennis through his awesome news mailers that he regularly drops in the neighborhood mailboxes. Through the years I have enjoyed reading his mailers and when we decided to purchase in the neighborhood I really wanted an expert. Dennis has over 30 years of experience and specializes in our neighborhood.
Based on Dennis's mailers I thought he would be a very aggressive and arrogant person and he was EXACTLY the opposite. He took us out to look at several properties and always remained very neutral. As well, he respected our "wish list" of what we wanted in a home and always tried to stick to it, I know some realtors may get pushy just to try to close a deal. Dennis however, remained very calm and collected and always neutral no matter the circumstances. He is so connected in the area that he was able to find us an off market deal and help us get exactly what we wanted! In addition to his real estate connections, he has many connections in the home remodeling area and was a HUGE resource in updating the house we purchased. In fact, on the day of inspection he called all of the contractors for us and had them show up to take a look and bid work. This was a huge help!
He is always available for advice or questions. Dennis is amazing at staging and has a keen eye for what looks good so he has a lot to offer on home design and decor. If you are looking for a person who can serve all of your needs in real estate and someone who has great connections Dennis Hartley with Compass is your guy! As well, he is well respected in the real estate community. We noticed whenever we mentioned to other realtors who we were working with they were quick to say we were in good hands. That says a lot for peers to say that especially in such a competitive environment. Yay for Dennis!"
★★★★★
"Dennis is a true professional. It has always been an absolute pleasure to work with him."
★★★★★
"One of the best real estate agents in Torrance, CA is Dennis Hartley with Compass. Throughout the entire process, Dennis was so incredibly knowledgeable and professional. With patience and open communication, he assisted in guiding us through each phase. He managed everything with assurance and comfort, whether it was offer strategy, negotiations, or simply responding to inquiries. Dennis is the person to contact if you want a very satisfying experience. Strongly recommended."
★★★★★
"Working with Dennis Hartley was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He made what could’ve been a stressful process feel effortless with his professionalism, deep knowledge of the market, and genuine care for our needs. He didn’t just help us find a home, he helped us find THE home. Dennis was patient, never pushy, and truly had our best interests at heart. If you want someone who goes the extra mile and actually enjoys what he does, Dennis is your guy."
★★★★★
"I was looking for a south bay agent to help find a property, so I contacted Dennis Hartley based on his reviews. Best choice I made, Dennis Hartley was amazing to work with. He had an excellent relaxed approach to figure out exactly what we wanted and our price range. Ultimately he helped us find our new home with ease and was a pleasure to work with."
★★★★★
"Dennis Hartley did an excellent job in selling our house! We are in escrow and expect to close in three days. Our offer was $27,500 over list price and we went into escrow 8 days after being listed for sale. Dennis knows how to stage and market a home for sale. He has been the top real estate sales person in North Redondo Beach for decades."
★★★★★
"Finding a good agent isn't always easy. As if finding a place to live isn't stressful enough. But thanks to Dennis, our process went as smoothly as ever! I was in search of a luxury style home in a nice area with great amenities and not only did he come through for us, but he made gave us a tour of the area and even worked with our finances. If you're in search of a new home and are having a hard time doing so, please reach out to him. He's one of the good guys!"
★★★★★
"Dennis Hartley is a great agent to work with. We found him to be professional, knowledgeable, fun, and patient. He helped us navigate the process. He was patient. He guided us without pushing us beyond our comfort. He advocated for us and ultimately helped us get a house we love."
★★★★★
"Having been in the real estate business for 25+ years, it is always refreshing to work on a transaction with a professional like Dennis Hartley. I represented two different buyers on two of Dennis’ listings. In each case Dennis represented his clients well, and efficiently met timelines related to property disclosures and seller responses. I look forward to working with Dennis again."
★★★★★
"Working with Dennis Hartley was a great experience. He really listened to what I was looking for and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Dennis is super responsive, honest, and knows the area well. I’d definitely recommend him if you're looking to buy or sell."
★★★★★
"I have had the privilege of working with Dennis Hartley at Compass for close to 10 years as his assistant. He’s not only an amazing Realtor but a genuinely nice human being. He’s patient, kind and listens to his clients whether they are selling a home or buying a home. He’s been doing this for close to 40 years and really knows the business. He knows the Redondo Beach, CA and Torrance, CA real estate market like the back of his hand but can help you in any South Bay city. From preparing your home for sale to staging it to negotiating offers, he is the only one I would want to handle my real estate needs. He’s that good. Plus, Dennis is a pleasure to work with!"
★★★★★
"love working with Dennis Hartley! He is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and always puts my best interests first. His experience and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Dennis truly cares about his clients and goes above and beyond to ensure the best outcome. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-notch real estate professional!"
★★★★★
"Dennis Hartley with Compass Real Estate recently helped us sell our old house in Torrance, CA and buy our current one in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. We were extremely pleased with his service on both transactions. He is a top notch professional with integrity. He is patient and low-key as well as experienced, knowing how to get the job done in stressful situations. For example, we needed to have a non-working jacuzzi drained after inspection at the new house before we could get funding on our loan. Time was of the essence, so Dennis brought two hoses and drained it himself rather than having us wait days and have us pay someone to do it. He is dependable, honest and delivers excellent results. He's also easy to talk with and quite fun! You will be happy you chose to work with Dennis."
★★★★★
"I have known Dennis Hartley for over 30 years and he has been our realtor in 6 real estate transactions throughout the years (both buying and selling). In all cases, Dennis demonstrated unmatched professionalism, dependability, and honesty and he always delivered excellent results. Dennis takes the time to truly understand his client’s needs and his low-key, low-pressure style immediately puts everyone at ease in what can often be very stressful situations. Dennis is extremely adept at navigating the complexities and unexpected twists that are often faced in today's real estate transactions. Dennis is also able to bring to bear his broad network of complimentary services (financing, staging, cleaning, repair, termite, etc.) that are often required to successfully complete a real transaction. Dennis is very knowledgeable about the South Bay real estate market, in particular, having done business here for many many years. Dennis is a true class act and we look forward to working with him again on our future real estate needs."
★★★★★
"It's very difficult to find a skilled real estate agent, like the proverbial needle in a haystack. Everyone seems to know a realtor, though not all are worth their salt. Dennis Hartley has hard-earned wisdom and skill from decades of experience. He really knows the Torrance market, and I highly recommend taking his advice; it will pay off in the end. Compass real estate brokerage is a great asset. Dennis will use all it provides to close your deal. Lastly, I don't say this lightly: Dennis will definitely go above and beyond throughout the whole process. You will not regret contacting him."