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Welcome to Ocean Element Real Estate, a dynamic fusion of Ocean Blue Real Estate and Element Real Estate Group—two of the most trusted and top-performing local real estate brands along the San Mateo County Coastside, including Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, Montara, Pacifica, and surrounding Peninsula communities. By combining the strengths of both teams, Ocean Element has emerged as a trailblazer in luxury coastal real estate, known for innovation, integrity, and a relentless dedication to client success.
Our team of seasoned Coastside professionals is passionate about real estate and deeply committed to the well-being of the communities we serve. We specialize in helping buyers and sellers navigate the market with confidence—whether you're looking to buy your first home in Pacifica, invest in ocean view property in Moss Beach, or sell a family home in Half Moon Bay.
At the forefront of our top-producing team are the original founders of Ocean Blue and Element—David Oliphant and Mathew Haugen. Both are not only leaders in real estate but also actively involved in local businesses, community organizations, and non-profits throughout the Peninsula. Their community-first mindset is matched by a proven record of success, consistently ranking them in the top 1% of Realtors nationwide.
As an independent, locally owned real estate agency, Ocean Element is proudly rooted in the Coastside while backed by a national network of over 700 premier boutique brokerages. We offer the local insight and personal connection of a small firm with the marketing power and reach of a national brand.
Join us and experience how Ocean Element Real Estate is redefining real estate on the Coastside and Peninsula. Let our team of trusted experts help you buy or sell with confidence.
Pending
9121 Gunnera LN, Gilroy, CA 95020
Active Under Contract
412 Magellan AVE, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
For Sale
4535 N Outlook, CLOVIS, CA 93619
For Sale
0 Francisco, EL GRANADA, CA 94018
Active Under Contract
443 Monterey RD, PACIFICA, CA 94044
Pending
761 Lancaster BLVD, Moss Beach, CA 94038
For Sale
370 Bridgeport DR, EL GRANADA, CA 94018
For Sale
21621 Columbus AVE, CUPERTINO, CA 95014
Active Under Contract
1070 San Carlos AVE, EL GRANADA, CA 94018
Browse our blog posts to be in the know.
Melanie Haugen | April 19, 2025
From Half Moon Bay to Montara, these Coastside restaurants serve up great food—and a warm welcome for your four-legged dining companion.
Melanie Haugen | April 16, 2025
From Half Moon Bay to Montara, here’s where to eat like a local — burgers, pho, seafood, and more.
May 25, 2024
April 20, 2024
March 20, 2024
David Oliphant | August 18, 2023
January 25, 2023
November 21, 2022
Help settle a rescue pet into your home
October 25, 2022
April 15, 2021
Abundant Grace is a local non-profit that employs a Coastside Clean Team. This crew picks up 300-500 pounds of trash each time they comb our bluffs and beaches. The ex… Read more
June 8, 2021
FREEDOM!! Between the waning pandemic restrictions (knock on wood) and the spring sunshine over Memorial Day weekend, the Coastside is in full bloom. People are smilin… Read more
July 13, 2021
If you are a dog lover like me, you love watching the pure joy of a dog running on the beach. With summer among us, it’s the perfect time to know exactly where you can… Read more
October 12, 2021
Live music is back! The Coastside is blessed with spacious outdoor venues for appreciating musical talent, swaying with a glass of wine in hand, or all out dancing! In… Read more
November 15, 2021
Presented by CoastPride Please join us in remembrance – The AIDS Memorial quilt panels contain the stories of the lives lost, the heroes, and the survivors. CoastPride… Read more
December 14, 2021
It was 2018, a beautiful sunny day. I was walking down a street in Pacifica. My hat flew off my head from an ocean breeze. I kid you not, this exact scene happened sim… Read more
February 17, 2022
As they get older, many people decide to move to a senior care facility like an assisted living center or a nursing home. Making the move has many benefits, as it can … Read more
August 13, 2020
Are you a dog lover? Since I was young, I’ve always been passionate about caring for and rescuing dogs. In 2013, I discovered the amazing organization Muttville Senior… Read more
September 14, 2021
Half Moon Bay is a quaint seaside community with an inviting appeal. Located in the countryside of Northern California, this unassuming small town is hidden by foreste… Read more
November 11, 2021
Let’s make beaches safe, together! That is the slogan of the Arunay Foundation. If that name is not familiar to you, you are not alone, it was not familiar to me eithe… Read more
May 19, 2022
Selling a home can be stressful, particularly if you are still inhabiting the home. Many steps are still available to you, though, that can help prepare your home for … Read more
June 16, 2022
As working from home is becoming more prevalent, an increasing number of homeowners are choosing to turn their existing garages into a dedicated office space. And if y… Read more
August 26, 2022
If you’ve experienced a major life disappointment, from losing a job to a breakup, you may be tempted to move. A new city will give you a fresh start, making it easier… Read more
June 11, 2020
Good morning, We’re here to bring you well wishes, and the good news in Coastside real estate! As you well know, things have changed. Every sale, purchase negotiation,… Read more
June 17, 2020
Has the Coastside housing market changed much due to Shelter In Place? What hasn’t changed much: Spring + Summer 2020 vs 2019 Coastside Market Comparison Homes from HM… Read more
July 13, 2020
Early mornings on the beaches and trails are incredibly peaceful and stunningly gorgeous. The sound of crashing waves and views of clouds making their way over hilltop… Read more
September 3, 2020
Few of our expectations in 2020 proved to be useful, as the term “unprecedented times” infiltrated our media, inboxes and vernacular. For many, these changes have fuel… Read more
September 24, 2020
In very competitive real estate markets such as Northern California, many buyers feel compelled to write a “Buyer’s letter” telling sellers who they are and why they m… Read more
October 15, 2020
Attention all Sellers!! In the days of COVID-19, the home buying experience has changed. Pre-virus buyers would shop using one of their favorite online home-selling re… Read more
November 9, 2020
Along with a newly present crispness in the air, the fall rush to find a Coastside home is palpable. The word on the street is: the market is hot due to an unseasonabl… Read more
August 10, 2021
No, I’m not talking about the weather! The housing market has continued on its fierce upward trajectory, fueled by uncertainty and changing work from home requirements… Read more
May 10, 2021
I refuse to expect hate as the new normal… As you may (or may not know) I sit on a few local board of directors here at the coast. One is the Downtown Merchants Associ… Read more
November 23, 2020
I’ll begin today at the end of the story: sadly, last week we had to make the decision to let go of Blake, one of our dogs. He was a rescue from Muttville Senior Dog r… Read more
January 14, 2021
Until Covid-19 changed our lives, it was akin to window shopping (or daydreaming) for many buyers. The evolution of our SiP lifestyles has brought marked changes in th… Read more
February 18, 2021
Everyday I’m reminded that my job as a Professional Realtor® is not only one of home buying and selling, but one of people. In fact, I would dare say that the “people”… Read more
March 11, 2021
It’s turning out that life is more fragile than any of us wanted to believe. We recently learned a friend, very young, fit and vital, has been diagnosed with stage 4 c… Read more
June 11, 2020
You’ve got questions and we can’t wait to answer them.
