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Pond Team, led by Katie Pond and Sparky Pond at Compass, alongside Lexie Dindal and Dana Wing, is one of the most accomplished real estate teams in San Diego, known for results-driven service and community involvement. With a combined 72 years of dedicated real estate sales experience, the Pond Team has guided the sale of over 600 homes and more than $400 million in total sales volume. Their listings consistently outperform the market, with shorter-than-average marketing times and an impressive average list-to-sale price ratio of 102%. Ranked among San Diego’s Top 500 agents and awarded Best of Encinitas 2024 by Business Rate, Pond Team combines sharp market expertise with approachable, high-touch service.

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"I can't recommend Lex Dindal enough! Selling a home while living overseas seemed like a huge challenge, but Lex made the entire process incredibly smooth and stress-free. She was with us every step of the way — always available, proactive, and extremely organized. What truly set Lex apart was how accurate and thoughtful allRead MoreRead Less
"Katie and Sparky are amazing! They worked harder for us than any other realtor we’ve used in the past—and they’re just awesome people. They were patient, we never felt pressured or rushed and they kept us connected to what’s important to us. They guided us as we talked through move-in ready vs. renovating, whether this wasRead MoreRead Less
"I cannot speak highly enough about Katie and the Pond Team. I will be referring them to anyone and everyone I know. Katie made the entire process of preparing and selling my late grandmother’s house easier than I could have ever imagined (especially since I currently live in another state). Her personable demeanor and empatRead MoreRead Less
"We just closed on our first home with Katie Pond and I cannot speak more highly of her as both a person and an agent. Katie is patient, knowledgeable, kind, communicative, takes initiative, and has a seemingly infinite knowledge of everything from the local neighborhood restaurants, to where to best place kids beds to maximRead MoreRead Less
"Pond Team at Compass, Encinitas, CA surely did the job for us. Katie Pond (our agent) was an extreme pleasure to work with. Having to sell my mother's house for the changing seasons of her life was a very difficult and emotional task to undertake. I had no idea where to start, so I looked up the top realtors in North CountyRead MoreRead Less
"The Pond Team made selling our property effortless. We were out of state and their team provided us with the support we needed to get the property sold with an offer on the first day!. I can't thank them enough for all they did for us."
"Katie Pond far surpassed our expectations of a realtor. She determined our needs and wants, our budget and geographical boundaries, and helped us find our new home. She is knowledgeable and always responds quickly to our questions and inquiries. The Pond Team is professional and reliable. My family and I enjoyed our houRead MoreRead Less
"My experience working with the Pond Team was unfailingly positive. From beginning to end their professionalism and positive spirit made the sale of my home a seamless experience. Katie, with whom I worked primarily, went above and beyond on numerous occasions making all the difference to me personally. As real estate agentsRead MoreRead Less
"We bought our house at the height of the Covid and Southern California market. It was such a challenge using services like Redfin. We feel so fortunate having found Sparky and Katie. Not only did the make the whole bidding and buying process so much easier but they also when above and beyond coordinating repairs and imprRead MoreRead Less
"Our second experience dealing with Pond Team Real Estate was selling our beach-area condo. Their conduct and service was exemplary, the same excellence we experienced with our first sale. From the initial launch, Sparky & Katie orchestrated and managed it all. They staged the condo, coordinated with merchants/tradespeople,Read MoreRead Less
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Forever grateful to have a North County San Diego area code💙. Checking out the surf, sailboats, and sun☀️☀️

👋We are @pondteamrealestate - a local real estate team in North County San Diego sharing everything we love about our coastal paradise.

POND TEAM | COMPASS
DRE 01372991

#lifeinsandiego #sandiegolife #sandiegorealtor #thingstodoinsandiego #sandiegolocal #northcountysandiego #oceanside #carlsbad #encinitas #cardiffbythesea #760 3 Forever grateful to have a North County San Diego area code💙. Checking out the surf, sailboats, and sun☀️☀️ 👋We are @pondteamrealestate - a local real estate team in North County San Diego sharing everything we love about our coastal paradise. POND TEAM | COMPASS DRE 01372991 #lifeinsandiego #sandiegolife #sandiegor… The courses are really paying off🤣. 

#ai 14 The courses are really paying off🤣. #ai Beware of attending one of our open houses… you just might become lifelong friends. 💛

Over a decade ago, we met this amazing family at an open house—right in the very neighborhood we just helped them find a home. That day, we bonded over beach life, having little boys, and good vibes… and little did we know, they were already friends of friends. 

Over the years we have been lucky to gain them as friends, watch their family grow, and admire their adventurous spirit and pure sense of joy.
 
Helping them find their dream home feels like the most full-circle moment. 💫

We’re so honored to be part of their story, and so grateful for the trust, the laughs, and the love along the way.

Teamwork truly makes the dream work—and this one was groovy in every way. Congrats to this beautiful crew—we’re beyond stoked for you!!! 

Life is good, and the friends we journey with are the best part! Congrats Sean, Erika, and Kai!

🤟🤙🏼❤️🏡🌊❤️ 16 Beware of attending one of our open houses… you just might become lifelong friends. 💛 Over a decade ago, we met this amazing family at an open house—right in the very neighborhood we just helped them find a home. That day, we bonded over beach life, having little boys, and good vibes… and little did we know, they were… Best cookies in Encinitas? 

You’ll find them at Little Oaks Bakehouse! 

These were so good they didn’t even make it inside. 

I have no idea how she gets that perfectly crunchy center wrapped in a melt-in-your-mouth soft outer layer, but wow… these cookies are out-of-this-world good. Pick-ups are Tuesdays and Fridays—get your order in and thank me later!
@littleoaksbakehouse 

#bestofencinitas #leucadia #cookies #yum #encinitaslife 8 Best cookies in Encinitas? You’ll find them at Little Oaks Bakehouse! These were so good they didn’t even make it inside. I have no idea how she gets that perfectly crunchy center wrapped in a melt-in-your-mouth soft outer layer, but wow… these cookies are out-of-this-world good. Pick-ups are Tuesdays and Fridays… We are so grateful to serve and work along side such amazing clients! We feel honored to help guide our clients home! 

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“Katie and Sparky are amazing!

They worked harder for us than any other realtor we’ve used in the past—and they’re just awesome people. They were patient, we never felt pressured or rushed and they kept us connected to what’s important to us. They guided us as we talked through move-in ready vs. renovating, whether this was just for us or for future rental potential – we were so grateful to be able to bounce all our ideas around with them.

We had a 21-day close, so everything moved fast. They stayed on top of every step. They were in constant contact with our mortgage broker, followed up with the listing agent to get our questions answered quickly, and made sure we didn’t release contingencies until we felt 100% confident.

Katie went above and beyond—reading through all the HOA documents, taking detailed notes, and asking questions we wouldn’t have known to ask as first-time HOA buyers. California insurance has gotten tricky with wildfire risk, and she pushed the HOA for the docs we needed to keep our close on track.

Sparky was also working behind the scenes the whole time. If one wasn’t available, the other stepped in seamlessly. They know the area incredibly well and have a great network—whether you need a contractor for a remodel, are buying as an investor, or are searching for your dream home.

When we’re ready to buy again, there’s no question—we’ve found our people.” -La Costa Homeowner

POND TEAM | Compass
DRE 01372991

#carlsbad #carlsbadrealestate #carlsbadrealtor #clientexperience #review #pondteamrealestate #buyingahome #realestate #lacosta 1 We are so grateful to serve and work along side such amazing clients! We feel honored to help guide our clients home! Full Review👇🏻 “Katie and Sparky are amazing! They worked harder for us than any other realtor we’ve used in the past—and they’re just awesome people. They were patient, we never felt pressured or ru… 2 of my favorite things: 
Summertime and hanging with my boys! 
I’m not much of a fisherman, but I am a boy mom, so here I am. Fish on🎣🐟

#summervibes☀️ #fishing #sandiego #sandiegocounty #catchandrelease #bassfishin 8 2 of my favorite things: Summertime and hanging with my boys! I’m not much of a fisherman, but I am a boy mom, so here I am. Fish on🎣🐟 #summervibes☀️ #fishing #sandiego #sandiegocounty #catchandrelease #bassfishin
pondteamrealestate Forever grateful to have a North County San Diego area code💙. Checking out the surf, sailboats, and sun☀️☀️ 👋We are @pondteamrealestate - a local real estate team in North County San Diego sharing everything we love about our coastal paradise. POND TEAM | COMPASS DRE 01372991 #lifeinsandiego #sandiegolife #sandiegorealtor #thingstodoinsandiego #sandiegolocal #northcountysandiego #oceanside #carlsbad #encinitas #cardiffbythesea #760
Oceanside has my heart forever! 🤙🏽🌴💙☀️
I would have to agree with you. Gorgeous… 🤗👏🌟💖
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pondteamrealestate The courses are really paying off🤣. #ai
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@mommydavis81 Actually learned this skill from the groms 🤣
OMG! I love it!!!
@jodyschmauss Seems like a useful skill😉🤣
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@myrnayoursocalrealtor My AI skills so far🤣
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pondteamrealestate Beware of attending one of our open houses… you just might become lifelong friends. 💛 Over a decade ago, we met this amazing family at an open house—right in the very neighborhood we just helped them find a home. That day, we bonded over beach life, having little boys, and good vibes… and little did we know, they were already friends of friends. Over the years we have been lucky to gain them as friends, watch their family grow, and admire their adventurous spirit and pure sense of joy. Helping them find their dream home feels like the most full-circle moment. 💫 We’re so honored to be part of their story, and so grateful for the trust, the laughs, and the love along the way. Teamwork truly makes the dream work—and this one was groovy in every way. Congrats to this beautiful crew—we’re beyond stoked for you!!! Life is good, and the friends we journey with are the best part! Congrats Sean, Erika, and Kai! 🤟🤙🏼❤️🏡🌊❤️
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cheers to the Pond Team! Soooo stoked🤙
@1shakaman 😍😍
Soooo happyyy 🔥🤩
@kai_ziggy_potter Biggest score might be your new spot, Kai👌. You have a proper living room and kitchen! 🔥
pondteamrealestate Best cookies in Encinitas? You’ll find them at Little Oaks Bakehouse! These were so good they didn’t even make it inside. I have no idea how she gets that perfectly crunchy center wrapped in a melt-in-your-mouth soft outer layer, but wow… these cookies are out-of-this-world good. Pick-ups are Tuesdays and Fridays—get your order in and thank me later! @littleoaksbakehouse #bestofencinitas #leucadia #cookies #yum #encinitaslife
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Yummm thank you for sharing
@homegrown_ministries 😘😘😘 I hope you and the fam are having the best summer!
Omg 🤤 I need to place an order!!
@nicolepanattoni hey! Dm for. Ext cookie day🍪🌳
@nicolepanattoni You do! Next level cookies!
Yay🙌🙌🙌 I’m so stoked you enjoyed them. Thank you 🥰
@littleoaksbakehouse We will be back for more! Thank you for the fabulous cookies! They made the birthday celebration even sweeter❤️😍❤️😍
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pondteamrealestate We are so grateful to serve and work along side such amazing clients! We feel honored to help guide our clients home! Full Review👇🏻 “Katie and Sparky are amazing! They worked harder for us than any other realtor we’ve used in the past—and they’re just awesome people. They were patient, we never felt pressured or rushed and they kept us connected to what’s important to us. They guided us as we talked through move-in ready vs. renovating, whether this was just for us or for future rental potential – we were so grateful to be able to bounce all our ideas around with them. We had a 21-day close, so everything moved fast. They stayed on top of every step. They were in constant contact with our mortgage broker, followed up with the listing agent to get our questions answered quickly, and made sure we didn’t release contingencies until we felt 100% confident. Katie went above and beyond—reading through all the HOA documents, taking detailed notes, and asking questions we wouldn’t have known to ask as first-time HOA buyers. California insurance has gotten tricky with wildfire risk, and she pushed the HOA for the docs we needed to keep our close on track. Sparky was also working behind the scenes the whole time. If one wasn’t available, the other stepped in seamlessly. They know the area incredibly well and have a great network—whether you need a contractor for a remodel, are buying as an investor, or are searching for your dream home. When we’re ready to buy again, there’s no question—we’ve found our people.” -La Costa Homeowner POND TEAM | Compass DRE 01372991 #carlsbad #carlsbadrealestate #carlsbadrealtor #clientexperience #review #pondteamrealestate #buyingahome #realestate #lacosta
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pondteamrealestate 2 of my favorite things: Summertime and hanging with my boys! I’m not much of a fisherman, but I am a boy mom, so here I am. Fish on🎣🐟 #summervibes☀️ #fishing #sandiego #sandiegocounty #catchandrelease #bassfishin
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Such a fun family adventure ❤️❤️❤️
They caught some big ones!
Yeah Ponds 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
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