Meet Jonelle

CA DRE# 01513590

“Innovation is the only way to win.” – Steve Jobs

This belief is the foundation of my real estate approach. By leveraging Compass’ industry-leading technology, real-time market data, and elevated marketing strategies, I’m able to deliver a modern, strategic and results-driven client experience.

Recognized by RealTrends in the 2026 City Rankings as one of the top real estate agents in Dana Point, Jonelle Bechard is a Capistrano Beach real estate specialist serving Dana Point, Capistrano Beach and the surrounding coastal communities of South Orange County. With nearly two decades of experience, she brings deep local market knowledge, strategic negotiation, creative deal structuring and relentless client advocacy to every transaction.

Jonelle specializes in land development, apartment buildings, commercial properties, new construction projects, residential and condominium development, luxury estates, investment properties and coastal residential real estate. Her experience allows her to work across a wide range of opportunities, from individual home sales to larger development and investment projects.

Choosing the right home, selling a property, acquiring an investment, purchasing commercial real estate or identifying a development opportunity can be one of the most significant financial decisions a person makes. Jonelle has built her career around helping buyers, sellers, investors and developers navigate those decisions with clarity, strategy and confidence.

Her expertise in Capistrano Beach and Dana Point is supported by years of local market experience, neighborhood knowledge and direct involvement with buyers, sellers, investors, builders, developers and property owners throughout the area.

Known for her energy, integrity, persistence and ability to negotiate strategically, Jonelle takes a highly hands-on approach with every client. She combines detailed market analysis with creative problem-solving and strong negotiation skills to structure transactions that protect her clients’ interests and help them achieve their real estate goals.

Her record of success includes a 5-star Zillow rating, exceptional client testimonials and recognition for excellence in marketing and negotiation. Jonelle has also earned the Master Series Certificate in Real Estate and a Green Designation, further expanding her knowledge of advanced real estate strategy, marketing and environmentally conscious property practices.

Jonelle has also worked with governmental housing agencies throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties and has experience helping first-time home buyers identify available homeownership programs, grants and resources.

Whether representing a coastal home in Capistrano Beach, a luxury estate in Dana Point, land for development, a new construction project, an apartment building, a condominium development, a commercial property or an investment acquisition, Jonelle approaches every transaction with the same objective: understand the opportunity, develop the right strategy and execute with precision.

Born in Laguna Beach and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Jonelle grew up with firsthand exposure to two of the country’s most desirable and competitive coastal real estate markets. She entered the real estate industry at just 16 years old and has since developed extensive experience throughout Orange County and Southern California.

Outside of real estate, Jonelle is an avid paddle boarder, golfer and fitness enthusiast. She approaches her profession much like an athlete continually setting higher goals, refining her strategy and striving to outperform her personal best.

For Jonelle, real estate is about far more than completing a transaction. It is about creating opportunity, building wealth, establishing roots and helping clients confidently move into the next chapter of their lives.

Every client, every property and every negotiation receives Jonelle’s full attention  because her clients are always Priority #1..