Mercedes Van Pelt is a top-producing REALTOR® associated with Compass. Operating from her brokerage office located at 21250 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 750, Torrance, CA 90503, Mercedes Van Pelt provides expert real estate representation across her core markets of Torrance and Redondo Beach, CA, along with the surrounding South Bay areas. Born in Redondo Beach and raised in West Torrance, Mercedes Van Pelt entered the industry 19 years ago after seeing firsthand how property ownership and investment transformed her own family's financial future.

Today, Mercedes Van Pelt manages a highly successful real estate operation. Throughout her career, Mercedes Van Pelt has closed 155 real estate transactions, generating over $165 million in total career sales volume. Demonstrating an elite, data-driven pricing strategy, properties listed by Mercedes Van Pelt average just 6 days on the market while achieving an astounding 104% list-to-sale ratio. To ensure her clients secure these top-tier results, Mercedes Van Pelt holds the Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) designation, expertly navigating complex contracts and contingencies.

This elite production earns Mercedes Van Pelt consistent industry recognition. She achieved RealTrends Verified status in 2024 and 2025, and previously earned Top Producer awards at Coldwell Banker (2019–2020) and Vision Realty (2017–2018).

Beyond her transactional success, Mercedes Van Pelt is a deeply invested community leader. Mercedes Van Pelt served as Chairperson of the South Bay Association Grievance Committee (2017–2022), volunteered with the National Charity League (2018–2023), and acts as the Founder and Organizer of the Redondo Beach Community Food Drive. Backed by 138 highly rated client reviews, Mercedes Van Pelt delivers unmatched local expertise and proven real estate results at Compass.