Dean Provence, known as "The Dean" of Real Estate, brings 43 years of experience to his role, with 28 of those years serving the Monterey area—a place he has called home since his family moved there in 1969. After attending college in Sacramento, he began his real estate career in 1982 and relocated to Monterey in 1997, where he continued to build a strong reputation in both residential and affordable housing markets. Now working with Sotheby’s International Realty in Pacific Grove, CA, Dean is committed to expertly guiding buyers and sellers through every stage of their transaction, always prioritizing their best interests from negotiation to close.
Having navigated fluctuating markets, Dean honed his skills in creative problem-solving early in his career, leading to leadership roles such as assistant manager of a 50-agent office in Sacramento. He then returned to Monterey and formed a successful real estate team with his mother, continuing until her retirement in 2009. His extensive knowledge of the local market and commitment to his clients have earned him a reputation as a top agent and a respected advocate for homeowners’ property rights.
Dean serves as the designated Realtor for the City of Monterey’s affordable housing program and is proud to have earned the trust of multiple generations of clients. His leadership extends beyond transactions; he has been actively involved in the Monterey Association of Realtors, including serving as president in 2008, and continues to be a prominent figure in local and state real estate advocacy.
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Dean Provence
Broker Associate at Sotheby's International Realty

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Pacific Grove, California

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44 Years Experience
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Pacific Grove, CA
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Sotheby's International Realty
574 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
(831) 372-7700-

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