
Revenue
$100+ Million Sold and Leased in 2024
Awards
- 2024 | Ranked #85 in Los Angeles County
- 2023 | Ranked #58 in Los Angeles County
- 2022 | Ranked #55 in Los Angeles County
- 2021 | Ranked #55 in Los Angeles County
LA Magazine Real Estate All-Stars 2021-2024
Wall Street Journal and REAL Trends | THE THOUSAND
RealTrends #1 Malibu Real Estate Team by Volume Sold | 2019-2024
Additional Honors
Top 1% of Realtors Nationwide
Press
Dwell: A Glassy Surf Shack by Marmol Radziner
Dwell: Malibu's #1 Airbnb, Modernist Retreat with Panoramic Ocean Views, Lists for $7.25M
Homes.com: The Santa Monica Mountains with Russell Grether
‘Moon River’ Composer Henry Mancini’s Mid-Century Malibu Estate Lists for Nearly $13 Million
Dirt: Billionaire U.S. Ambassador’s Family Gets $22 Million for Nantucket-Style Malibu Home
Late Actor Jack Lemmon’s Malibu Home Lists for $13.45 Million
‘Modern Family’ Creator Steve Levitan Seeks $16M for Malibu Haven
Blackline CEO Therese Tucker Buys on Malibu's Broad Beach
Garry Marshall’s Carbon Beach home trades hands for $14.25 million
These were the most expensive homes sold in greater Los Angeles in 2015
There’s no place like Judy Garland’s Malibu beach home
Longtime Home of Debbie Reynolds Asks 18 Million
Late director Garry Marshall’s Carbon Beach abode seeks $18 million
One Republic's Brent Kutzle Lists His Mountain Retreat in Topanga
Specialties
"We were lucky to meet Russell Grether almost 5 years ago. He and all of the team at the Grether Group were fantastic and made the purchase of our home so easy. They were great. Speed forward 5 years, and sadly, our neighborhood was decimated and hit hard when the Palisades fire came barreling through. We were fortunate and while our home was damaged, it was still standing but in need of repair and not habitable. We found ourselves in need of temporary housing until we could figure out our next steps, and Russell came to our rescue. He showed us multiple homes until he showed us one that was a good fit. We are very thankful Russell and his team were there for us in our dire time of need. I would recommend Russell and team to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and great real estate agent as well as a really great person.” - Pamela | Buyer + Tenant ★★★★★
"I first met Russell in 2017 when my husband and I moved to Malibu. His knowledge of the area was awesome as was his patience. After renting for a year, I contacted Russell to buy a home. He took care of me every step of the way and continued to stay in touch over the past 5 years. When it came time to sell for us to move back east, of course I called Russell. Everyone on the team was involved in the process. Nikki, Justin and Jessica were great to work with as they became familiar with our family and dogs as we showed the property. I am very happy with the outcome and recommend them highly. Their knowledge of the market and engagement was outstanding.” - Judy | Buyer + Seller + Tenant ★★★★★
"My family and I went to view a listing of Russell's on a whim. After seeing it, we knew the property was for us. Russell was communicative throughout the process and helped to facilitate many adjustments and accommodations along the way in regards to a 1031 exchange. Russell and his team worked to ensure that the entire process was amicable between us and the seller and even offered to share his contacts in the area to help with some of the post-close work/maintenance. I highly recommend the Grether Group.” - Daniel | Buyer ★★★★★
“Russell is top-notch. He's among the best real estate agents I've ever worked with - knowledgeable, responsive, honest, and a great listener (as our needs/wants for a house kept getting honed!). I highly recommend him.” - Cathy | Buyer ★★★★★
Led by top-producing real estate agent Russell Grether—founding partner of the Compass Malibu office and ranked among the top 1% of sales associates nationwide—The Grether Group is a close-knit team of professionals who go above and beyond for their clients. Known for their professionalism, approachability, attention to detail, and resilient energy, they expertly guide people through even the most complex transactions with clarity and confidence.
While Malibu remains the heart of their business, The Grether Group’s reach extends across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. From iconic oceanfront estates and private canyon retreats to investment properties, land, agricultural, and commercial sales, they offer a hands-on, full-service approach rooted in trust, integrity, and long-standing relationships.
As part of Compass—the #1 brokerage in the U.S. by sales volume—The Grether Group combines industry-leading technology and marketing with bespoke service to deliver exceptional results from start to finish.