John La Mattery is a seasoned real estate professional with more than 20 years of experience. He began his career in the early 2000s working as both a real estate agent and mortgage lender at his family’s company, JL Moneyline. In 2011, he joined San Diego Real Estate and Investments, where he led the Buyer Agent team and helped the firm earn the Wall Street Journal’s #1 Real Estate Team designation for the City of San Diego in 2013, recognizing the highest sales volume and most homes sold.
In 2018, John co-founded the La Mattery Real Estate Team, expanding his expertise into agricultural and ranch sales. His track record includes representing landmark properties in De Luz and Fallbrook, such as the 360-acre Chandler Family Ranch—featuring multiple bungalows and producing groves—and the 350-acre Peaceful Oaks Ranch.
Real estate runs deep in John’s family history. His great-great-grandfather, Thresher A. Rippey Sr., played a pivotal role in the early development of Los Angeles and Palm Springs. After a distinguished legal career that included serving as a clerk to Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis, Rippey moved to California in the 1920s, where he became a real estate developer and financier, helping shape key parts of Los Angeles and laying the foundation for the growth of Palm Springs.
Beyond his career, John is passionate about music, adventure, and travel. He enjoys playing guitar, off-roading, and exploring new places and cultures with his wife, Dita La Mattery. He also spent several years living in Japan, where he immersed himself in the local culture and still retains much of the Japanese language.
John’s achievements have earned him industry-wide recognition. He has been honored as a top producer and received the San Diego County Real Estate Achievement and Leadership Award in both 2022 and 2023, as well as a Certificate of Commendation from San Diego County in 2024.
- Mortgage Loan Originator and Realtor® 2003 – 2011
- SDREAI Top Real Estate Team Awarded by The Wall Street Journal 2013/14/15
- Real Estate “Expert” Noted by The San Diego Union-Tribune 2018
- Recognized as Top 10% Registered Realtors in San Diego County by Pacific Association of Realtors 2021
- Recognized as Top 10% Registered Realtors in San Diego County by Pacific Association of Realtors 2022
- Recognized as Top 10% Registered Realtors in San Diego County by Pacific Association of Realtors 2023
- Recognized as Top 5% Registered Realtors in San Diego County by Pacific Association of Realtors 2024
- San Diego County Real Estate Achievement and Leadership Award Presented by County Of San Diego Supervisor Joel Anderson – 2022
- Recognized by County Supervisor Joel Anderson for commitment to support and protect property and small business owner’s rights in the county – 2023
- Awarded a Certificate of Commendation from San Diego County – Presented By Chairwoman Nora E. Vargas – 2024
John La Mattery is a real estate veteran with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He began his career in the early 2000s, working as both a Real Estate agent and Mortgage lender in his family’s company, JL Moneyline. In 2011, he joined San Diego Real Estate and Investments to lead their Buyer Agent team and helped them achieve the coveted #1 Real Estate Team designation by the Wall Street Journal for the highest volume and most homes sold in the City of San Diego for 2013. John comes from a long lineage of ...
Lacy grew up in Fallbrook and went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. After moving back to San Diego and obtaining her real estate license in 2013, she discovered her true passion: Helping people. Now living in Temecula with her husband, Shaun, Lacy combines her local roots, education, and over a decade of experience to provide her clients with thoughtful guidance and genuine support throughout every step of the real estate process. Known for her approachable style and dedication, she ...