Real Estate Guidance for South Orange County
Coastal estates, equestrian ranches, and 55+ communities from Dana Point to Rancho Santa Margarita, led by a managing broker with three decades of local expertise.
Relationships first. Results always.
VonKeith Properties is a full-service brokerage built on a simple philosophy: work with wonderful people, provide outstanding service, and build relationships that last well beyond closing day. Our Dana Point office brings deep South Orange County expertise to every residential sale, probate and trust transaction, investment property, and property management client we serve.
Orange County Office
Caleb Keith Gonzalez
Caleb Keith Gonzalez is the Broker/CEO and founder of VonKeith Properties, a full-service real estate brokerage serving clients throughout California and Tennessee. With more than 20 years of experience in residential, luxury, investment, and commercial real estate, he has built a reputation for strategic guidance and skilled negotiation.
Caleb has served in leadership roles with local, state, and national REALTOR® organizations, including as Chairman of the Board for the California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS), one of the largest MLS organizations in the United States.
Lisa Dunn
Entering her 33rd year, Lisa has been a full-time, producing REALTOR® since 1993 and is the managing broker of VonKeith Properties in Orange County. A California native and longtime South Orange County resident, she works Rancho Santa Margarita as her core market and has served clients across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties.
Her practice centers on divorce and trust and probate sales, where she holds Divorce and Trusts/Probate real estate certifications, along with designations for Seniors Real Estate Specialist, Military/VA client representation, and distressed properties. She currently serves as a 2026 Director for both the California Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®.
Debbie Krumboltz
Debbie Krumboltz has lived in Southern California for over 30 years and has been in the real estate business for over 17 years. Whether you're buying, selling, or leasing, Debbie is committed to helping you from beginning to end — everyone needs a place to call home.
Amy Leonard
Born and raised in Orange County and now residing in Temecula wine country, Amy is an avid horseback rider, committed gardener, and active community participant, as well as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
Amy has spent 22 years in the real estate industry and specializes in equestrian properties, bringing that same connection and consistency to every client relationship, whether on horseback, in the garden, or within the local community.
Nicole Derleth
With a passion for helping clients build wealth through real estate, Nicole Derleth specializes in the sale of income-producing and multi-unit properties throughout Dana Point and the surrounding coastal communities. As both a licensed REALTOR® and property manager, she offers a unique perspective on buying, selling, and maximizing the long-term value of investment properties.
Nicole's expertise extends beyond sales — she actively manages residential properties in Dana Point, San Clemente, and Laguna Beach, giving her firsthand knowledge of rental markets, tenant expectations, and the day-to-day realities of owning investment real estate. Whether you're a seasoned investor completing a 1031 exchange or purchasing your first income property, Nicole provides strategic guidance backed by real-world experience.
Before transitioning into real estate, Nicole dedicated 18 years to public education as an elementary school teacher and speech-language pathologist — years that shaped the patient, detail-oriented, service-driven approach she's built her business on.
Income & multi-unit property sales · Investment property strategy · Property management · Dana Point, San Clemente & Laguna Beach coastal markets · First-time and experienced investors
South Orange County, In Depth
From coastal Dana Point to the equestrian trails of Rancho Santa Margarita, our team brings hyper-local knowledge to every neighborhood we serve — and lists and sells across Orange County as a whole. Every community below opens to current listings.
Dana Point
Home to VonKeith Properties, Dana Point offers harbor-front living, ocean-view estates, and easy access to the Pacific Coast Highway corridor, a market our Dana Point REALTOR® team knows block by block.
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Rancho Santa Margarita
One of South Orange County's top spots for equestrian and horse properties, with trail access, family neighborhoods, and strong resale value near Santa Margarita Lake.
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Laguna Niguel
A favorite for move-up buyers and investors, Laguna Niguel blends canyon and coastal views with a mix of single-family homes, investment properties, and 55+ communities.
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Mission Viejo
A planned community built for families, Mission Viejo offers top schools, Lake Mission Viejo access, and a steady market for residential resale and probate & trust sales.
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San Juan Capistrano
Historic mission-town charm meets ranch-style acreage. San Juan Capistrano is a go-to for equestrian buyers and clients seeking privacy near the coast.
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Orange County's southernmost coastal city, San Clemente pairs a walkable pier and beach-town downtown with Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and ocean-view neighborhoods.
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A coastal village with a long-standing art colony, Laguna Beach offers ocean-view hillside and canyon homes, small-town character, and a coastline of coves and public beaches.
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Beyond our South County home base, our brokers list and sell countywide — from the Huntington Beach and Newport coast to Irvine, Anaheim, and the North County cities.
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“Lisa did an awesome job selling our house. She was very knowledgeable of the local market. She helped us stage the house beautifully, get great professional photos, and pick an appropriate price. The house sold in about three days for more than we asked for.”
“Lisa did an outstanding job for us. In addition to selling our home, she helped us find a beautiful beach condo. She helped us navigate multiple transactions and timelines. Lisa was always available when we needed her.”
“VonKeith Real Estate Agent patiently helped my husband and I navigate the challenging Los Angeles market as we set off to purchase our first home. We especially appreciated his thoroughness in drafting contracts, as well as his caring communication during each phase of the process.”
Real Estate in Dana Point & South Orange County
Lisa Dunn, managing broker of VonKeith Properties in Dana Point, is certified in Divorce and Trusts/Probate real estate, with over 30 years representing clients through estate, trust, and divorce-related sales across Orange County.
Yes. Amy Leonard, a VonKeith Properties REALTOR® with 22 years in the industry, specializes in equestrian properties and represents buyers and sellers of horse properties in Rancho Santa Margarita and San Juan Capistrano, two of the region's primary equestrian communities.
Lisa Dunn holds a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation and works with clients on 55+ and senior community home sales throughout Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, and Mission Viejo.
Yes. Nicole Derleth, a VonKeith Properties REALTOR® and property management specialist, manages residential properties in Dana Point, San Clemente, and Laguna Beach and represents buyers and sellers of income-producing and multi-unit investment properties, including 1031 exchanges.
We serve Dana Point, Rancho Santa Margarita, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, and San Juan Capistrano, with broader reach across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties.