Kevin Roche

As a resident for 35 years, Encinitas holds a special place in my heart. I finished college, bought my first house and raised my daughter here. I’ve seen a lot of changes over the decades, but the one thing that hasn’t changed is my love for this community. It’s the special combination of people, beaches, and lifestyle that makes Encinitas unique and I can’t imagine living anywhere else!

I am a graduate of University of California at San Diego where I earned a BA in Visual Arts and subsequently began my career as a professional photographer. Over the years, I’ve shot for a wide variety of clients including action sports companies and lifestyle brands such as Channel Islands Surfboards, Spy Optic and Seaweed and Gravel. I’ve also shot for some of the biggest names in tech like AT&T and Qualcomm, whom I still continue to work for on a regular basis.

During the pandemic, I pursued a lifelong interest of mine and received my real estate license. I have joined the Compass Encinitas office and am thrilled to be working here in the heart of town! I am excited about this career transition and hope to bring a fresh creative approach to the industry.

I have a daughter who currently attends SDA and in my free time I enjoy surfing the reefs and riding my vintage Honda motorcycle on the 101. I continue to be passionate about photography and enjoy portraits and capturing the California lifestyle.

As we head into the future, I believe it’s important to maintain small town charm and character while adapting to the inevitable realities of growth and change. My hope is to see a balanced approach where we assess these needs in a responsible and forward thinking manner. I look forward to working alongside local businesses, the greater community and fellow members of the Encinitas 101 board as we move forward on our journey!