Iris Li, Irvine Listing Agent

Sell your Irvine home for what it's worth. I fight for every dollar your home deserves, and I stay with you through closing. Share your address and I'll prepare a home value report based on recent closed sales near you, and reply personally. Free. No obligation.

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Iris Li in a light blue embellished dress beside a staged kitchen island.
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13

Years in real estate

$120M+

In closed sales

4.9★

Google reviews

30,000+

Followers on YouTube and social

How I sell a home

Aerial view of a neighborhood and golf course with a snow-dusted mountain peak in the distance.

1. Price it with data

Recent closed sales, pending deals and nearby new construction set a price buyers will act on.

Two-story home with an arched entry, attached garage, and lush flowering landscaping.

2. Prepare it to sell

Paint, repairs, staging and photos: I'll walk you through which fixes buyers notice, so your money goes to results rather than a remodel.

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3. Run every detail myself

Marketing, buyer-agent communication, offer review: you work with one person who knows your home, start to finish.

Modern home with illuminated windows, a landscaped garden, and a rugged mountain backdrop at dusk.

4. Negotiate to closing

Offers, inspections, appraisal, contingencies: I fight for your terms until the keys change hands.

More buyers see your home.

When I list a home, it doesn't only go on the MLS. I market it in English and in Chinese to about 30,000 followers on YouTube and social media, and through WeChat and 小红书, reaching a significant pool of buyers beyond the MLS and typical channels. Here's one of my Irvine home tours.
Iris Li in a light blue embellished dress beside a staged kitchen island.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We are lucky to have Iris guide us through the entire process. Iris is the most professional real estate agent I encountered during my home-buying process in Irvine! Her market analysis, negotiation skills, and communication efficiency helped us stand out in a highly competitive market and ultimately secure our dream home at an ideal price. She maintained transparent communication throughout the entire p...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Thank you, Iris. I had an amazing experience working with Iris! She is incredibly dedicated, professional, and detail-oriented. Her expertise and commitment made the entire home-buying process smooth and stress-free. Iris has helped me purchase two homes, and I am extremely satisfied with both. She took the time to understand my needs, provided valuable insights, and guided me every step of the way. Her ...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Working with Iris Li was an incredibly smooth experience from start to finish. I was relocating from New Jersey and needed to find a rental in Irvine remotely — something that felt daunting at first, but Iris made it completely stress-free. As a Mandarin-speaking Irvine realtor, Iris communicated fluently in both Chinese and English, which made the entire process comfortable and clear. She was responsive...

— Rebecca Z.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

You won't find a better agent! Finding a satisfactory house is already a huge headache, and it's even more difficult in a market full of cash buyers. But partnering with Iris was the best decision we ever made! She not only possesses extensive professional knowledge and a thorough understanding of the market, but her network also won us resources and opportunities! After understanding our needs, she quic...

— John Z.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I recently bought a home with the help of Iris Li, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. She helped me secure the property at a great price per square foot, and even after the contract was signed, she negotiated an additional discount of over $30,000 for us. Iris was always efficient, proactive, and quick to resolve any issues that came up, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. S...

— Sophie Y.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I'm incredibly grateful to Iris for helping me successfully buy my first home. She was incredibly patient and professional throughout the entire process, assisting me immensely with everything from house hunting and market analysis to negotiating with the developer. She was especially helpful in securing a $130,000 discount from the developer – truly remarkable. Later, Iris also arranged a home inspector...

— Eddie Y.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Iris is an excellent Irvine Realtor who helped us with both buying and selling. When we purchased a new construction home, she negotiated directly with the developer and secured a significant discount — something we truly couldn't have done without her. On the selling side, she was incredibly detail-oriented as our listing agent in Irvine. She arranged painting and staging, and managed every step of the ...

— Julin Y

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

As a first-time homebuyer, I truly feel so lucky to have had Iris as my realtor. Buying my first home was a huge milestone for me, and Iris made the entire process so much smoother and less stressful. She helped me find the right home and gave me great advice every step of the way. Looking back, I feel even more confident about my purchase because by the time my home was delivered, the prices of new home...

— Yuhao S.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We cannot recommend Iris highly enough! Iris helped us purchase our home a few years ago, securing an excellent deal while making the entire process remarkably smooth and stress-free for us. Her expertise, market knowledge, and negotiation skills were exceptional from start to finish. Since then, Iris has continued to support us by helping us rent out the property. Our most recent rental was particularly...

— Hui M.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Our experience working with Iris has been phenomenal from the very beginning. She helped us purchase our home a few years ago and guided us through every step of the process with expertise, professionalism, and incredible attention to detail. Her market knowledge and negotiation skills helped us secure a great deal, and she made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. We t...

— Buyer & Seller

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Iris Li

Get to Know Me

Local Expertise. Global Exposure. Irvine Real Estate Strategist.

When it comes to selling a home in Irvine, exposure matters. The more qualified buyers who see a property, the greater the opportunity to create competition, maximize value, and achieve the strongest possible result. That is the foundation of Iris Li’s approach to real estate.

A trusted Irvine real estate advisor and listing specialist, Iris combines deep local market knowledge with a powerful bilingual marketing platform designed to connect homes with buyers locally, nationally, and around the world.

Since beginning her real estate career in 2013, Iris has represented over $120 million in closed sales. Her business is built on a simple philosophy: every home deserves a customized strategy designed around the property, the market, and the seller’s goals.

What sets Iris apart is her ability to reach buyers beyond traditional channels. Fluent in both Mandarin and English, she has built a digital marketing presence reaching nearly 30,000 followers across YouTube, Instagram, RedNote (小红书), and WeChat. Rather than relying solely on traditional exposure, Iris leverages her bilingual network and online platforms to connect Irvine homes with qualified buyers who may not be reached through conventional marketing alone. In the past year, approximately $10 million in closed sales originated from buyers who discovered her listings directly through her personal marketing channels.

Iris focuses on Irvine’s premier master-planned communities and has extensive experience throughout Portola Springs, Orchard Hills, Eastwood Village, Great Park Neighborhoods, Woodbury, Stonegate, Cypress Village, and surrounding communities. Her understanding of Irvine’s neighborhoods, buyer demographics, pricing trends, and lifestyle offerings allows her to strategically position homes to stand out in a competitive marketplace.

Before entering real estate, Iris earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from Fordham University School of Law after studying law in China. She also worked in the legal department of an international bank, developing a strong foundation in contracts, negotiation, risk management, and client advocacy. Today, that legal background provides her clients with an additional layer of confidence and attention to detail throughout every transaction.

Iris’s experience representing buyers—particularly those purchasing new construction throughout Irvine—has become another advantage for her sellers. By understanding what today’s buyers are looking for, how they evaluate homes, and what features influence purchasing decisions, Iris is able to help sellers prepare, position, and present their homes with greater precision.

Beyond real estate, Iris is proud to call Irvine home. Living in the community she serves gives her firsthand insight into the schools, neighborhoods, amenities, and lifestyle that continue to attract families from around the world. She believes real estate is more than a transaction—it is about helping people make confident decisions during some of life’s most important transitions.

For sellers looking for a trusted advisor who combines local expertise, global reach, strategic marketing, and dedicated representation, Iris Li delivers a level of service designed to maximize both exposure and results.

Seller FAQ

Straight answers to the questions Irvine sellers ask most.

Well-priced homes in Irvine typically go into contract within two to four weeks; escrow adds about 30 days. Homes that start too high tend to sit and then sell for less, so pricing right from day one matters most.

Usually not. Paint, flooring, repairs and cleaning return more than kitchens or baths. I'll walk through with you and point out exactly what's worth doing.

Commission is negotiable and set in the listing agreement. Beyond that, expect escrow and title fees, prorated taxes and HOA, any agreed repairs, and transfer taxes. I'll give you a net sheet before you sign anything.

Yes, and it's often the safer order. I can structure the timing, including rent-backs, so you aren't carrying two homes.

Many owners qualify for the $250,000/$500,000 primary-residence exclusion. Your CPA can confirm what applies to you, and I'll provide the sale figures they need.

Yes, of course. Most people who ask aren't ready yet, and that's fine. The report helps you decide, and there's no pressure afterward.