Adam Rutz is a real estate consultant based at 1104 Camino Del Mar in Del Mar, CA 92014, leading the Rutz Real Estate Group powered by REAL Brokerage. A former Navy SEAL, Rutz transitioned into real estate after completing his military service and apprenticing in the home building industry with his stepfather. His career trajectory has earned recognition including the San Diego Association of Realtors Top 40 Under 40, Realtor of the Year by Camden McKay Realty in 2018 through 2020, Top Producer awards in 2019 and 2020, Rookie of the Year in 2017, and Fairway Independent Mortgage's Rising Star in 2019. Rutz holds a perfect 5.0 Google rating and maintains availability around the clock, seven days a week. His team specializes in residential sales, vacation rental acquisitions, luxury home purchases, and investment property transactions across San Diego County and surrounding areas. Beyond real estate, Rutz serves as CEO and founder of 5th Wall Energy and has held a senior partnership role at Apricot Solar, reflecting his commitment to renewable energy solutions for homeowners. He actively supports the Warriors Choice Foundation and the SEAL Legacy Foundation, channeling his military background into community philanthropy. Client testimonials on Zillow highlight his negotiation skills, market knowledge, and relentless work ethic. Neighboring his office at 1110 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar Property Management provides ongoing leasing and maintenance services for investment properties that Rutz helps clients acquire. Luxury buyers considering the Del Mar coastal market will also find Steve Gonzalez at Douglas Elliman on 853 Camino Del Mar, whose brokerage opened its first San Diego office in the village in 2025 to serve the high-end residential segment.