Rebecca Baughman

Growing up in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, I developed an early appreciation for architecture and historic homes while living in a distinguished 1700s residence known as “The Icehouse.” Once home to the Italian Embassy, the property featured a hidden garden and reflecting pond that my family lovingly restored — an experience that shaped my lifelong passion for real estate, design, and preservation.

Real estate is part of my foundation. Raised in a family deeply rooted in the industry — with a mother who was a Realtor and a father who was a real estate attorney — I gained firsthand insight into contracts, negotiations, property value, and the emotional significance of homeownership. My early involvement in art and design show houses further refined my eye for detail and aesthetics.

After relocating from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale in 2013, I committed fully to a real estate career aligned with both my background and values. In my first year, I was honored with Rookie of the Year and have continued to earn recognition for performance, client satisfaction, and sales excellence in the competitive South Florida market.

Today, I specialize in residential real estate in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding communities, guiding buyers and sellers through every stage of the transaction with professionalism, discretion, and strategic insight. Whether assisting clients in finding their ideal home or positioning a property for maximum value, I approach each transaction with integrity, precision, and respect for what is often one of life’s most significant investments.

My background as a painter and experience in interior design provide a distinct advantage in marketing and property presentation. I understand how to showcase a home’s architectural strengths, optimize staging, and create compelling visual narratives that attract qualified buyers.

With prior experience in television, I bring strong communication skills, organization, and a results-driven mindset to every client relationship. I am detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to meeting deadlines — ensuring buyers and sellers feel informed, confident, and fully supported from listing to closing.

I am proud to be a member of the Liz Caldwell Group at Compass, one of the nation’s leading luxury brokerages, top 100 teams in Compass Florida and top 10 Teams in Broward.

Outside of real estate, I enjoy fishing, restoring classic wooden boats, painting, tennis, skiing, cooking, wine, and spending time with my yellow Labrador, Captain.

If you are buying or selling in Fort Lauderdale or the greater South Florida area, I would be honored to put my experience, design expertise, and market knowledge to work for you.  Let's connect and see how I can help you reach your goals.