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Whitney Benzian

Real Estate Agent

Ranked #3 Agent in CA, Douglas Elliman, 2023

Top 7% of Agents Company-Wide, Douglas Elliman 2025

Named 35 Under 35 To Watch, San Diego News Network, 2010

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Whitney
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Real Estate Agent

Learn my approach.
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Ranked #3 Agent in CA, Douglas Elliman, 2023

Top 7% of Agents Company-Wide, Douglas Elliman 2025

Named 35 Under 35 To Watch, San Diego News Network, 2010

Learn my approach.
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TOP 3

Agent in CA, Douglas Elliman, ’23

5-STAR RATED

On Zillow

10+

Years in business

Coronado-Centric

A lifelong local, with extensive community involvement and knowledge.

Regional Reach

Experienced in premier markets beyond Coronado, from coastal enclaves like La Jolla to luxury estates in Rancho Santa Fe.

Trusted Advisor

Recognized among the top agents in California, backed by Douglas Elliman’s global network and resources.

Proven Results

Consistently ranked in the top tier of agents company-wide, with a reputation for white-glove service, strategic marketing, and exceptional negotiation.

Deeply Connected. Broadly Experienced.

Whitney Benzian is Coronado’s go-to real estate expert, ranked among Douglas Elliman’s top agents statewide. Raised in Coronado and a Coronado High School graduate, Whitney’s roots in the island community run deep. As a former City Council member and mayor pro tempore, he brings unmatched insight into local land use and housing policies that directly benefit his clients.

But Whitney’s expertise doesn’t stop at the island. Leveraging his deep network and proven track record, he also represents luxury buyers and sellers across San Diego County, including La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, and other highly desirable neighborhoods. With multiple listings and sales in these markets, Whitney offers clients a strategic edge and regional perspective few can match.

THE Coronado expert

As a former Coronado City Council member and mayor pro tempore, Whitney is well-versed on municipal land use and housing policies that help inform his practice. Prior to building his real estate business, he was a marketing and public relations executive for a leading San Diego-based public affairs company. A rental housing expert, Whitney also ran the San Diego office of the California Apartment Association—the largest rental housing association in the country—where he advised and advocated on industry matters and was often called upon by the media to share his opinions on the housing market.
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Seen & trusted

Whitney Benzian has been featured numerous times on
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For leisure

Whitney enjoys playing tennis, cooking, traveling, writing for local publications, and spending time with his wife and three children (keeping him almost as busy as real estate).

Community outreach

Whitney and his family support numerous local organizations and charities, including:

  • Coronado Schools Foundation community outreach
  • Rady’s Children’s Hospital

They are delighted to be a part of helping in the city they love so much.

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Other organizations with whom Whitney is or has been involved include:

  • Coronado Private Bank, Director
  • Coronado Island Film Festival, Director
  • Coronado Historical Association, Director & President
  • Coronado Tourism/Business Improvement District, Director
  • Coronado 20-30 Club, Founder/President
  • WildCoast, a bi-national coastal conservancy
  • Downtown SD Partnership, Director & Executive Committee
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For leisure

Whitney enjoys playing tennis, cooking, traveling, writing for local publications, and spending time with his wife and three children (keeping him almost as busy as real estate).

Community outreach

Whitney and his family support numerous local organizations and charities, including:

  • Coronado Schools Foundation community outreach
  • Rady’s Children’s Hospital

They are delighted to be a part of helping in the city they love so much.

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Other organizations with whom Whitney is or has been involved include:

  • Coronado Private Bank, Director
  • Coronado Island Film Festival, Director
  • Coronado Historical Association, Director & President
  • Coronado Tourism/Business Improvement District, Director
  • Coronado 20-30 Club, Founder/President
  • WildCoast, a bi-national coastal conservancy
  • Downtown San Diego Partnership, Director & Executive Committee

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Tenis clinic coming soon

Coming soon! Tennis Clinic hosted by Whitney Benzian

Tennis is one of Whitney’s biggest passions. He’s so excited to offer an exclusive tennis clinic event. There will be a limited number of attendees and the clinic will be on a regular, monthly basis. Stay tuned for updates.
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Partnership with Excellence:

Whitney Benzian and the Yost Quesada Team

Whitney Benzian proudly collaborates with the esteemed Yost Quesada Team, a partnership that led to their recognition as the #4 top-producing team in California for their firm in 2020. Their combined efforts have set a high standard of excellence in the real estate industry. With a dedicated closing manager, monthly videos, and professional photography, Whitney’s brand stands out in luxury real estate. The team’s guidance further enhances the overall experience, reflecting Whitney’s commitment to excellence. Additionally, Whitney strategically collaborates with the Yost Quesada Team on listings, showcasing his dedication to providing exceptional service.
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Latest Awards and Achievements

Whitney Benzian has been recognized among the 2025 Douglas Elliman Elites, ranking as the #11 agent by volume and #11 agent by GCI. This prestigious recognition places Whitney in the top 7% of agents company-wide, earning him the Platinum Award. His consistent success and dedication to delivering exceptional results for his clients in Coronado and beyond reflect the deep market expertise and client-focused approach that have made him one of the leading agents at Douglas Elliman.

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Connecting People, Places & Properties
- Whitney Benzian

From Coronado to La Jolla, Del Mar, and Rancho Santa Fe, Whitney brings deep market knowledge, strategic guidance, and a proven track record of success. His clients rely on his experience and integrity to achieve their real estate goals.
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Whitney Benzian

Douglas Elliman
DRE# 01890260

1033 B Ave Suite 303 – 304,
Coronado, CA 92118

Connecting People, Places, and Properties in Coronado, California

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