Johnny Tran

REALTOR® · First Team Real Estate

My Story

Rooted in Huntington Beach, built for Orange County.

I grew up in Huntington Beach and have spent my whole life in Orange County. These aren't just neighborhoods I work in; they're streets I know personally, communities I care about, and a market I've watched evolve firsthand.

Before real estate, I served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, flying as part of an aviation unit with a combat tour in Afghanistan. That experience taught me things no classroom can: how to stay composed under pressure, how to execute precisely when it counts, and how to take care of the people depending on you. Those habits don't leave you. They show up in every negotiation, every deadline, every phone call I make on a client's behalf.

After my service I earned Bachelor of Science degrees in both Cybersecurity and Real Estate from Cal Poly Pomona, which added a sharp analytical edge to everything I do. I read contracts closely, evaluate numbers honestly, and communicate clearly at every step.

"Every client deserves the same thing I expected of myself in uniform: preparation, honesty, and follow-through."

Today I help buyers, sellers, and investors across Orange County move forward with confidence. Whether you're buying your first home, preparing to sell, or growing a portfolio, my approach stays the same. You get the market read I'd want if it were my own money, in plain language, with the parts that work against you said out loud.

I work with First Team Real Estate and I'm here for the long run. As far as I'm concerned the relationship starts at closing.

Johnny Tran

REALTOR® · DRE #02365981 · First Team Real Estate

Huntington Beach Native Cal Poly Pomona U.S. Veteran Buyers & Sellers Investors Welcome

I read all sixteen pages with you

The California purchase agreement runs sixteen pages, and most buyers sign it having read none of them. We go through the parts that can cost you money: contingency windows, when your deposit stops being refundable, who pays for what.

Honest pricing, even when it stings

Overpricing costs you money. The home sits, gets stigmatized, and sells for less. I'd rather lose a listing than win it with a number I can't defend.

Homes before they reach Zillow

Through First Team's SneakPreview network I see around 3,000 off-market homes a year before they hit the MLS. By the time a listing shows up on Zillow, you're often already behind.

You'll still hear from me after closing

Clients call me for a contractor, a permit question, a second opinion on a house two streets over. Most of my business comes from people who came back.

How I Work

A high level of service,
tailored to where you are.

Whether you're buying your first home, growing a portfolio, or preparing to sell, the standard stays the same. Only the playbook changes.

For Buyers

Find it with confidence

I help first-time and move-up buyers cut through the noise and act decisively when the right home appears.

Honest guidance on value & offer strategy
Lender & inspection connections you can trust
Calm, clear negotiation on your behalf

For Sellers

List it to perform

Getting a house ready takes a few weeks of work before it ever goes live. I handle the pricing, the prep, the photography, and the marketing that puts it in front of the buyers who will actually pay for it.

Data-backed pricing & prep plan
First Team's full marketing reach
Skilled handling of offers & timelines

For Investors

Build it to last

From first rental to a growing portfolio, I bring the discipline and market read to evaluate opportunities clearly.

Numbers-first deal analysis
Off-market & emerging-area insight
A steady partner for the long hold

STEP 01

Connect

A no-pressure conversation about your goals, timeline, and the market you're moving in.

STEP 02

Strategy

A clear, written plan: pricing, targets, and the milestones we'll hit together.

STEP 03

Execute

Showings, offers, negotiation, and paperwork handled with discipline and speed.

STEP 04

Close & beyond

Across the finish line, with a relationship that's here long after the keys change hands.

Let's Talk

Ready to make your next move?

Tell me what you're looking for, whether that's buying, selling, or just weighing the market. I'll bring a straight answer and a steady plan. The first conversation is always on me.

714.822.9987 johnnytran@firstteam.com @johnnytranhomes @johnnytranhomes