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Dean Linnell
Dean Linnell is a top Whistler Realtor® with 27+ years of experience and 33+ years as a local resident. He has helped more than 1,300 families buy and sell in Whistler with over $500 million in closed sales. Dean’s practice focuses on revenue-generating condo and townhome sales across Whistler including Whistler Village, Blackcomb Benchlands, and at Whistler Creekside—pairing precise pricing strategy with clear, step-by-step guidance from valuation through closing.
A multi-year award winner, Dean has earned the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVREB) Medallion Club and President’s Club (Top 1%) and the Whistler Real Estate Company Peak Performer Award – Platinum Level.
He’s a frequent industry voice on Tom Ferry Coaching, Curaytor Systems Digital Marketing, and the Realty Hack Podcast, and has presented at Curaytor Excellence (Austin, 2017) and Travis Robertson’s Don’t Settle Conference (Chicago, 2011). In August 2025, The Globe and Mail featured Dean as one of Whistler’s top agents.
Working alongside a marketing manager, a listing & transaction manager, and a referral partner, Dean keeps every stage (from preparation and promotion to negotiation and closing) organized, transparent, and stress-free.
Fast Facts
- 27+ years as a Whistler Realtor®; 33+ years local resident
- 1,300+ families served; $500M+ total sales
- In the past 12 months, 32 total sales
- 69 Google reviews
- 33 5-star Facebook reviews
- Awards: GVREB Medallion Club & President’s Club (Top 1%); Whistler Real Estate Company Peak Performer – Platinum
- Press: Featured in The Globe and Mail (Aug 2025)
- Speaking: Curaytor Excellence (2017); Don’t Settle (2011)
- Media: Tom Ferry Coaching, Curaytor Systems Digital Marketing, Realty Hack Podcast
Tess Marining
Dean is fantastic and understands local market conditions very well. Communication was clear and we felt supported throughout the whole process. Excellent team all around and we would be happy to work with them again.
Mark Mensing
Dean and his team are outstanding professionals. They arranged staging, viewing and the sale seamlessly. A first class team and a pleasure to deal with.
Susan Rossi
Thank you to Dean (and your listing manager, Jennifer) for doing such a great job in marketing and selling our Whistler property. You listened to what we wanted and came back with the right strategy and pricing to sell our property quickly. Your use of social media and targeted marketing strategies meant our listing reached the best possible audience. Once we had an offer, the negotiations and paperwork were handled very quickly and efficiently.
Judy MacLennan
Dean made the purchase process easy and stress-free. His professional advice made sense and he clearly understands the whistler real estate market. Highly recommended.
Ken Lewis
Dean worked hard to make our lot purchase in Alpine Meadows happen. We appreciated his professionalism and responsiveness to all of our queries. Thanks again!!
Andy Chan
It was amazing that I sold my condo while I was traveling in China, we did the whole deal on internet, Dean was very good in advising me not to take the first offer because it was low, I respected him highly for trying to get a good price for his client. A better offer came within a week and it was done with a few clicks on the internet when I was many thousands miles away. Job well done and thanks.
Ron De Marchi
Dean was very professional, suggested starting price and we had a buyer fairly quickly. The sale went through smoothly. We would recommend his services without hesitation.
Paul Massa
Dealing with Dean and his team has been a great experience. From handling every detail and always quick to reply to any questions I couldn't think of any other team that delivers the way they have.
Paul Sampson
Dean and his listing manager Jennifer did a great job managing the sale of our quartershare. It just closed yesterday. I thought the marketing (with professional photos) and communication with us during the sale process were all I could ask for.
Karen Tallevi
Dean and Jennifer have been wonderful to with work. They got our place listed in record time and sold just as quickly.
Mickey Hyams
Dean Linnell is the man! He's hands down first choice for Real Estate in Whistler. Leads the way in marketing, results, communication and he's a great guy too!
Melissa Graham
Great to work with both Victoria and Dean! They made our transaction and relocation a lot less stressful. Highly recommend.
Sahba Saint-Claire
Just sold a unit at Westin Whistler through Dean and the team. It was a very quick, painless and trouble-free experience. Highly recommend this professional team.
Adam Chahl
Dean and his team not only take care of my referrals that are looking to buy or sell real estate in Whistler, they also handle my own personal transactions. If you're looking for someone with phenomenal knowledge of the Whistler market, and amazing marketing to get your property sold for the highest $, you've found your team.
Yvonne Dekok
What a great experience selling my first home!!! Easy and efficient Dean and Jennifer didn't miss a beat keeping me informed all the way!! My home sold within a week and all the while I was in the Yukon!! Thank you both so much!!
Natalie Morel Wood
We had the pleasure to work with Dean Linnell and his team for the sale of our condo. It was amazing! Dean went above and beyond for us to make sure that everything would go smoothly and it did. It was so easy and it sold in no time! Thank you so much!
Darcy Trevelyan
Dean and his team helped me buy my townhouse 5 years ago and sold it this spring with multiple offers. I wanted a quick sale, hopefully over asking price, and that's what we got thanks to Dean's knowledge of the local market. All showings were with enough prior notice for my renter to make it convenient for her.
Jenn Albus Wheeler
My husband Ryan and I live in the Lower Mainland and needed a local professional to sell our 1/4 share in Whistler. Dean and his team were professional, kept us informed the entire time and sold our place fast for our asking price! Great service and a great experience.
Tom Stravecky
Dean and his team are experts you can trust with the purchase or sale of your most important asset. Their skills and superior customer service make them stand out among all the competition. Highly recommended!
Brian Smallwood
My wife and I worked with Dean and his team to purchase a property in Whistler, handling 90% of the details long distance from our home. This would not have been possible without excellent communication, and referrals with professionals for handling all of the details to close the deal. Dean's insight in the market allowed me to negotiate a deal that was about 15% below the ask price and 10% below the lowest ask price on the market for comparable properties.
David Hill
Dean and his team were fantastic. Our first purchase in Whistler went smoothly as a result of Dean's professionalism, effort and contacts. As a non-resident Canadian purchasing from the other side of the world, Dean made it happen. Looking forward to enjoying our slice of the Whistler life. Thanks, Dean!
Maggie Pearce
We were very happy with Dean and Jennifer's assistance in purchasing a 1/4 share in Evolutions. Dean was prompt to return our call, was able to get a viewing on the first day the property was listed and he met us there and showed us the unit. We purchased the unit and they assisted in recommending a conveyance lawyer for us to use in Vancouver. Thanks again!
Sue McIver
It was great working with Dean and Jennifer on the sale of our townhouse and finding our new home. Dean's knowledge and experience with the Whistler market helped sell our townhouse in 3 days. Jennifer and Dean made both transactions almost seamless because of their great teamwork and communication skills. Thanks to both of you!
Doug Salberg
Dean and Jennifer, thank you for your outstanding efforts in marketing and selling my place in Whistler. I found your communication skills, knowledge of the market, negotiating skills and technology to be top notch and I appreciate your efforts. I would recommend you to anyone looking for a first class Realtor in Whistler.
Dean Arashiro
Thank you to Dean and Jennifer for making our recent purchase seem so effortless. They kept me informed with daily email updates, even after the transaction was turned over to the attorneys. Dean picked up my deposit check from our Whistler bank to help me avoid a bank fee, and meet the deadline. My first transaction with Dean was 12 years ago. His service and support has always been top notch. A big Mahalo goes out to Dean and Jennifer!
Susan Rossi
Dean was our 3rd Realtor to have a go at selling our Whistler property, and despite being on the market for many months without an offer, Dean managed to get an offer within weeks of listing it. He listened to what we wanted and came back with the right strategy to sell our property quickly. Since I live in the UK, I particularly valued his use of Brivity that kept me up-to-date with all correspondence, viewings, feedback etc. Once we had an offer, the negotiations and paperwork were handled very quickly and efficiently.
Kristen Kowalski
Dean has always been very professional. We worked with him when we purchased our property and also worked with him when we sold the property. He was knowledgeable with both transactions. He was spot on with the current market which allowed our place to receive an offer within the first week of listing. He and his team have been wonderful to work with.
James Ogilvie
Dean and his team were an amazing help with our Whistler property. Dean helped us navigate the challenging market to sell our condo and upgrade to a townhouse. He was patient, helpful, and professional throughout the whole time. Highly recommended for any local real estate needs!
Dominick De Stefano
Dean's knowledge of the Whistler market, and patience, helped me sell my Whistler condo. We may buy back in the future, and Dean will be the first call. I was also able to sell my parking stall at the Glacier Lodge. Whether buying or selling, he was right there, smooth transactions for both. Thank you to Team Dean!
Shane Rattazzi
As a buyer, I found Dean amazing. He's razor sharp and knows what he's talking about; there wasn't a lot of fluff in our conversations. He was responsive, did his homework, strategized the negotiations and was clearly on my side of the deal. Finding someone who can articulate from your perspective and be convincing is rare. I feel lucky to work with him. I'll certainly be seeking him out when I'm ready to sell.
Doug Benjamin
I am glad to endorse the virtual buying experience. We had never met (and still haven't) when you did the fabulous YouTube tour of what eventually became our partial ownership place in Evolution (319D). The purchase process was the easiest we've ever done in 40 years of buying and selling. Your refreshing approach and enthusiasm changed my feeling about Realtors; I felt very taken care of.
Dustin Knapp
Dean helped my parents and I purchase a condo in Whistler. His patience and honesty was a true asset. His integrity is paramount. We have become happy new Whistler property owners and Dean really made this entire scenario come together for us and has since followed up to see how we were enjoying the new place. Great service.
Randy Wall
We first met Dean about 10 years ago and he acted for us when we purchased our Whistler condo at that time. He was great. Since then he kept in regular contact and shared his market knowledge and expertise which made our decision to engage him again when we decided to sell very easy. Despite the challenges of the COVID situation, he and his team handled everything very professionally. His assistant Jennifer was awesome and made the process easy for us as well. Many thanks!
Rebecca Craig
We have had the pleasure of working with Dean Linnell on many home projects. Our staging company Whistler Lifestyle Design have staged countless homes for Dean and his Real Estate Team. His client's homes sell quickly and for top dollar. It's no wonder he is consistently one of Whistler top Realtors. He is extremely professional and always gets the job done! We look forward to working with Dean on many more homes!
Adam Nowlan
Dean and his assistant Jennifer are wonderful, responsive professionals. This is my second real estate transaction with Dean at the helm. His recommendations for mortgage broker and real estate attorney have been wonderful too. Dean treats every deal as if it's a multi-million dollar transaction, even when it's not. He's been very responsive over many years. My highest recommendation.
Rhoda Weatherill
I followed Dean Linnell for some time before we sold our apartment with him. He is very helpful about Whistler real estate generally and provides useful information specific to your needs also. When we decided we wanted to sell our apartment, he and his assistant Jennifer were super helpful, fast and efficient, we cannot recommend them enough. We sold our apartment quickly and for a good price. Everything went smoothly.
Lolita C.
Just completed another real estate purchase using Dean Linnell from Whistler Real Estate. Everything went smoothly. Dean and his team are quick to reply and reliable. At no time did we feel pressure to buy or to change our offer. It's our 2nd time using his services, and once again we are very satisfied. Highly recommended!
Roberta Ruddy
Dean and Jennifer made selling our condo easy. They were very professional, responsive and personable. They also made an introduction to a great closing attorney so we were well taken care of. Everything was seamlessly handled by a variety of zoom calls, regular calls and email. Fantastic experience!
David Alexander
Dean toured our condo, spent time with us and provided definitive information about putting our property on the market. His extensive list of contacts were very helpful in getting our property ready to market. Our emails were answered promptly, Jennifer handled all documentation quickly and efficiently, and the closing transaction was completed smoothly. In summary, Dean provided exemplary service and we would highly recommend his team.
Rod Long
Thankful for Dean and his team as they helped us through the sale process. Appreciated his advice and expertise in 'coaching' us through the legal requirements, as we were unfamiliar with the Canadian property logistics being from another country. Dean was at all times professional and timely in communication and action, and we have no hesitation in recommending him to assist others through the process.
Ted
Dean helped us buy our strata hotel condo in Whistler back in 1998. He kept contact with us all this time. When we decided to sell it, Dean helped us again and within weeks our unit was sold! We were his loyal clients for 22 years! Thank you Dean.
Doug Brownridge
I first met Dean in the fall of 2000, looking to see if I could find a place for that winter. He took the time to educate me so we could pick the best option. I was in for Christmas! Then in 2006, we set our sights on a larger townhome, and used Dean to buy that, and sell our first place a few years later. It went on the market and sold in the first week. This past month, we decided to sell our townhouse at Symphony. Dean got back to me with all the info we needed, and a week later we went on the market, with great pics and solid marketing out of the gate - we had a number of serious offers the first day. Sold above asking.
Cory and Wes Pendergrass
It has been a very knowledgeable experience viewing Dean's weekly emails of the Whistler market. When it became time for me to list my property Dean and his assistant, Jennifer executed a seamless transition from listing to sale.
Ian and Caroline Armstrong
We recently purchased a condo in Whistler at the Marquise complex using Dean whilst being literally on the other side of the world. Dean (and Jennifer) were always happy and available to help despite the sometimes awkward time differences with the associated complexity. This journey has taken a few years and Dean's advice has always been spot on and in our best interests. His knowledge of the local market is unparalleled.
Bernadette Woit
Dean and his team (shout out to Jennifer) have always been professional, quick to respond to me and the real estate market. Dean knows where it's at! Thanks Dean and Jennifer for selling my unit so fast and for the right price!
John Cooke
It was a great pleasure to work with Dean and his listing manager Jennifer in selling our Whistler townhome. We also worked with Dean to look for a new place. We enjoyed Dean's professionalism, local expertise and his non-pressure approach. Jennifer was excellent with all the admin, keeping us informed, checking on showings, etc. Thanks Dean and Jennifer so much on marketing and selling our place.
Marcel Poitras
Dean helped my buy a property 14 years ago, published a weekly update every week since, keeping me up to date with the market, snow conditions, and general activities in Whistler and Pemberton, then sold my property this week. The whole process couldn't have been easier thanks to Dean and his team.
Pete Deininger
Dean has been an amazing resource for our family, always keeping us in the loop as to market shifts and the most appropriate time to buy. We're fortunate to have connected with Dean and The Linnell Group for our Whistler real estate dreams.
Nicola Wilson
Dean and his team were a pleasure to work with. They helped sell our home quickly with maximum value. I look forward to working with Dean when we look to buy again.
Tyler Auerbacher
Dean is a world-class professional and knows how to create amazing experiences for his clients. I have had the pleasure of knowing and working alongside Dean on his marketing for years now and there isn't anyone else that I'd consider when thinking about moving to/from Whistler!
Rogan Jones
Dean and his team helped me sell my condo on Blackcomb. He has a broad network and pays attention to the market details. I would recommend using him.
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