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Akpene “Penny” Ranson C.R.S. 
The good guy Realtor. 22+ YEARS HELPING FAMILIES. 
Realtor @ HomeSmart PV & Associates # 01704705

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Your Sacramento REALTOR®

Hi, I'm Akpene Penny Ranson

Don’t take the risk of buying or selling your real estate alone. I’m here to help you succeed! Obsessed with real estate for 22 years…nerdy about following real estate market trends, data and housing news. A genuinely nice guy…informal life coach, mentor, and cheerleader to many. Invested in the community and building a better world for all. A man with an eye for detail and a passion about doing things the right way the first time.

When I’m not helping my clients navigate all things real estate, you can find me exploring California back roads on my motorcycle, spoiling my dog, or angling to take the perfect photograph.

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Get in Touch
If you would like to get additional information on a specific neighborhood or property, don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.
2
Tour the Area and Homes for Sale
Once you've decided on a home or community you're interested in, we can schedule an area visit and guide you through the best deals in town.
3
Lock the deal, Get your Home
Once you have the necessary information you need and have decided on a purchase, we'll walk you through the ins and outs of the real estate transaction and finalize your deal.
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Featured Neighborhoods

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Village Seven

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Sundance Lake

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River Park

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Regency Park

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Oak Park

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Natomas Park

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Our Reviews

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Recent online reviews from clients that we’ve worked with in the past.

Ingrid Jansen
2 years ago
Penny helped me in the purchase of my home. My expectations were low having just experienced a nightmarish sale of my previous home. I came to wish that he had represented me in that sale. He was attentive, responsive and efficient. He found me something that I like very quickly... Read More
Don Lindsey
3 years ago
I’ve been dealing with this agent for over 10 years and he’s been nothing but awesome to the point to where I’ve recommended all my family and friends to him. Thanks a ton!!!
John V.
6 years ago
Akpene K Ranson (a.k.a. Penny) is very perfessional, and very patient. He showed us every house we wanted to see until we found the one that was exactly what we were looking for in the right neighborhood and within our budget. Penny always had the answer to every question we... Read More
bigbass_ii
8 years ago
Penny was professional in every way. He was also very dilagent in making sure the proper work was processed and turned in in a timely manner. He was down to earth in his conversation and explained everything in plain english with a smile. He is definitely an asset to Almond... Read More
jennar22
8 years ago
I cannot speak highly enough about Almond Valley Realty agent Akpene Ranson. There is so much involved, both financially and emotionally in buying and/or selling a house, and you have to have an agent you can trust completely and rely on. Akpene is this agent. He is authentic and honest,... Read More
Nadine Lomas
52 years ago
Talk about putting my nerves at ease! This experience buying my first home was everything it is supposed to be! I was initially so worried about so many things, and thanks to Penny being so understanding and informative, every question was answered with patience and kindness. Working so closely with... Read More
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65
Active

$628,000,000

18874 Fir Drive

Twain Harte, CA, 95383
Beds4Baths2SqFt2,056MLS#222062496
43
Active

$19,995,500

5575 Cavitt Stallman Road

Granite Bay, CA, 95746
Beds4Baths3SqFt3,063MLS#222051609
1
Active

$11,625,000

5843 Utah Street

Merced, CA, 95348
Beds3Baths3SqFt3,800MLS#222062465
52
Active

$10,500,000

12211 Pear Lane

Wilton, CA, 95693
Beds5Baths7SqFt6,271MLS#222049761
86
Active

$10,000,000

2000 Creekside Lane

Loomis, CA, 95650
Beds8Baths10SqFt10,132MLS#222006443
44
Active

$10,000,000

14774 Milton Road

Valley Springs, CA, 95252
Beds2Baths1SqFt1,429MLS#222066142
83
Contingent - Show

$9,500,000

3130 Blackhawk Meadow Drive

Danville, CA, 94506
Beds6Baths9SqFt12,592MLS#222028576
54
Active

$9,400,000

7619 Grant Line Road

Elk Grove, CA, 95624
Beds5Baths9SqFt9,855MLS#221000160
21
Active

$8,000,000

3805 CA-65

Lincoln, CA, 95648
Beds2Baths1SqFt1,100MLS#221104441
77
Active

$7,775,000

2480 State Highway 193

Cool, CA, 95614
Beds4Baths4SqFt4,081MLS#222045469
80
Active

$7,649,000

669 Marina Boulevard

San Francisco, CA, 94123
Beds5Baths5SqFt3,929MLS#422620299
70
Active

$7,500,000

Placerville, CA, 95667
Beds3Baths3SqFt2,500MLS#221068163
44
Active

$7,200,000

19900 SHENANDOAH SCHOOL Road

Plymouth, CA, 95669
Baths4SqFt9,912MLS#222008252
49
Pending

$6,980,000

4869 Cavitt Ranch

Granite Bay, CA, 95746
Beds7Baths9SqFt10,700MLS#222024753
97
Active

$6,599,000

6890 Country Side Lane

Auburn, CA, 95602
Beds7Baths7SqFt14,727MLS#222040379
7
Active

$6,500,000

10821 Rau Road

Elk Grove, CA, 95757
Beds2Baths2SqFt2,659MLS#221041493
80
Active

$6,495,000

7541 Sloughhouse Road

Elk Grove, CA, 95624
Beds4Baths3SqFt3,000MLS#222050236
29
Active

$6,440,000

21160 Second Avenue

Stevinson, CA, 95374
Beds5Baths4SqFt4,000MLS#221151547
84
Active

$6,400,000

16920 Greilich Road

Plymouth, CA, 95669
Beds2Baths1SqFt1,200MLS#222024594
68
Active

$5,995,000

43463 Montgomery Avenue

Davis, CA, 95618
Beds4Baths4SqFt4,450MLS#222046976
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