
Get to know Michael Bell
Licensed Broker, GRI, SRES, and CPS
Welcome! I’m Michael Bell, a dedicated seller‑only broker at Sotheby’s International Realty, living and working in the Greater Pasadena area. If you’re looking for someone who protects your interests and delivers exceptional results—let’s talk.
With over 30 years of experience, I’ve closed 650+ home sales spanning luxury estates, historic properties, and uniquely challenging transactions. I’ve ranked as the #1 Broker in the Greater Pasadena office...
Michael Bell's listings & sales (385)
For Sale (2)
Address | Bed/Bath | Listing price |
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![]() 1049 Alpine Villa Dr Altadena, CA 91001
| $475,000 | |
![]() 1924 S 6th Ave Arcadia, CA 91006
| 2 Bed, 2 Bath | $1,500,000 |
For Rent (1)
Address | Bed/Bath | Listing price |
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![]() 209 San Miguel Rd Pasadena, CA 91105
| 4 Bed, 3 Bath | $12,000/mo |
Sold (382)
Address | Sold date | Closing price | Represented | Flag Sale |
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7/28/2025 | $1,187,000 | Seller | ||
7/17/2025 | $1,030,000 | Seller | ||
7/7/2025 | $1,615,050 | Seller | ||
7/1/2025 | $1,733,500 | Seller | ||
6/23/2025 | $450,000 | Seller |
Michael Bell's reviews (36)
Write a review- Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
9/19/2024 - Doug Homet
Sold a Multiple Occupancy home in 2024 in Altadena, CA.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsMike was outstanding to work with, a true professional. He maintained a positive outlook through the process whether we were enjoying a success or dealing with a challenge. His knowledge and experience and network are all key in making him an awesome... - Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
9/24/2023 - annclary58
Sold a Condo home in 2023 in South arroyo, Pasadena, CA.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsMike is knowledgeable, proactive and organized. He was always available for and responsive to questions. And Mike made specific recommendations as to what I should and should not do to prepare my property for sale, including staging, lighting and cab... - Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
5/17/2023 - JoelAlmquist
Sold a Single Family home in 2021 in Pelanconi, Glendale, CA.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsMy wife and I hired Michael Bell to sell our home, and we couldn’t be happier with the process and the result. This guy really knows what he’s doing. We did everything he asked us to do, and everything went as planned. He was aggressive in the right... - Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
7/21/2021 - andisimpson57
Sold a Condo home in 2021 in South arroyo, Pasadena, CA.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsMike Bell is The Best! He not only professionally walked me through the entire sales process, but made 50 phone calls to real estate agents to call attention to my condo sale when it was first listed, and within eight days, he had sold it above askin... - Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
8/22/2020 - anitarebeles
Sold a Single Family home in 2020 in Montecito heights, Los angeles, CA.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsIt was so easy to work with Michael. I would recommend him highly to anyone in the market. He is honest and highly experienced. We got my home listed, sold and closed in under a month and I believe it was because of all the diligence he put in with u...