Santa Monica was a sleepy beach town when we first opened our doors on December 1, 1965. Founders Roque (Roque Rodriguez) and Mark (A. “Mark” Markevicius) were friends working in local real estate who wanted to start a new brokerage to serve the growing community. So they opened a small storefront on Santa Monica Blvd. and personally worked 7 days a week. It was a joy to work with families buying their first homes and hard-working immigrants investing hard-earned dollars toward their family’s futures. As the city grew, so did the business. While Roque passed away in 1968, the firm continued to play an important role in the local business community. Today, Santa Monica is a bustling center for start-ups, cultural trends, and travel, and Roque & Mark has also expanded into the next generation. Our aim is to serve and support our community into a bright and prosperous future for all of us living, working, and investing on the Westside.