Brian Smith — Green Realty
Desert Living, Elevated
Your Borrego Springs specialist — a real estate investor since 1997, now guiding buyers and sellers through California's most serene desert homes.
5.0 stars from 6 Zillow reviews · Investing in desert real estate since 1997
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About
Meet Brian Smith
Brian has been investing in real estate since 1997 and earned his license four years ago. Decades of hands-on experience have given him a calm, practical perspective on every kind of transaction — and a deep familiarity with the Borrego Springs desert market.
As an investor, property manager, and remodeling expert himself, Brian sees what others miss: true value, long-term upkeep, and renovation potential. He is also a Certified Probate & Trust Specialist, guiding families through sensitive sales with care.
5.0
6 reviews
17
Total sales
1997
Investing since
Recently Sold
A proven track record
Brian has sold 17 homes, including 12 at 1010 Palm Canyon Dr — his most recent sales are shown below.
17
Homes sold
5.0
Client rating
29+
Years investing in real estate
Service Areas
From desert floor to coast
Specialty market
Borrego Springs
Our specialty market — quiet desert living beneath dark skies, with golf course and lakefront homes framed by the Anza-Borrego mountains.
Also serving
Julian
Historic mountain town charm with cabins and homes among oaks and apple orchards.
Also serving
Santa Ysabel
Open rolling ranchland and rural properties with wide-open views.
Also serving
Ramona
Country living with room to spread out, from family homes to acreage.
Also serving
Ranchita
Secluded high-desert retreats perched between the mountains and the valley.
Also serving
San Diego
Coastal city homes and condos, close to everything Southern California offers.
Client reviews · Zillow
What clients say
“Brian is a very knowledgeable and conscientious realtor. He helped us buy our home in Borrego Springs. He listened to our concerns, was willing to track down and solve problem areas, and provided excellent advice during negotiations. Highly recommended.”
writingfool
Bought a home in 2026
May 6, 2026 · Zillow review
View review on Zillow“Brian was absolutely the best! Everything and I mean everything went smoothly. We closed right on time without a hitch. The title company he uses was responsive and helpful.”
brownins45
Bought a manufactured home in Borrego Springs in 2025
July 31, 2025 · Zillow review excerpt
Read full review on Zillow“We had the pleasure of working with Brian Smith as our real estate agent, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Brian was incredibly responsive, patient, and solution-oriented.”
zuser20160111220812919
Bought a home in 2025
May 7, 2025 · Zillow review excerpt
Read full review on Zillow“Brian was an outstanding representative for both us as buyers and for his listings! He was fair and always very responsive. He was very helpful with all the questions we had.”
hollymichelli
Bought a home in 2025
May 7, 2025 · Zillow review excerpt
Read full review on Zillow“Brian was a fantastic realtor. I was not an easy shopper but he was extremely patient and helpful. He took the time to explain things to me and if he didn’t have an answer, he always researched and worked to get me one.”
pinehillart
Bought a home in 2024
May 4, 2025 · Zillow review excerpt
Read full review on Zillow“Brian Smith did a very excellent job as my realtor. he walked me thru every aspect of buying my home. As a first time buyer I could not have asked for more. He really knew what he was doing”
danaru22
Bought a manufactured home in Borrego Springs in 2025
May 3, 2025 · Zillow review
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Contact
Talk to Brian About Desert Living
Whether you're buying, selling, or simply curious about life in Borrego Springs, Brian answers personally.
- (619) 820-3000
- bsss920@gmail.com
- 550 Front St #405, San Diego, CA 92101