--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/al/opelika --- # Top Real Estate Agents in Opelika, Alabama > Find top real estate agents in Opelika, Alabama. Median home price: $219K. Connect with the best local agents today. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Alabama --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 HomeLink Realty - **Brokerage:** HomeLink Realty - **Total Sales:** 2087 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 10 - **Listings:** 18 ### #2 Brian Mitchell - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Auburn Opelika - **Total Sales:** 1290 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 14 - **Listings:** 4 ### #3 Tori Beth Thompson - **Brokerage:** HomeLink Realty - **Total Sales:** 535 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 24 - **Listings:** 3 ### #4 Jami Johnson - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Auburn Opelika - **Total Sales:** 128 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 0 ### #5 Ryan Edwards Annie Williams - **Brokerage:** Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 1718 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 25 - **Listings:** 53 ### #6 Stacie LeCroy - **Brokerage:** The Talons Group - **Total Sales:** 1119 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 49 ### #7 Three Sixty Real Estate - **Brokerage:** Three Sixty Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 1969 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 16 - **Listings:** 17 ### #8 Crawford Willis Group Brokered by eXp Realty - **Brokerage:** eXp Realty Auburn-Opelika Branch - **Total Sales:** 776 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 10 - **Listings:** 13 ### #9 Natalie Bass - **Brokerage:** eXp Realty, Southern Branch - **Total Sales:** 746 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 24 - **Listings:** 0 ### #10 Justin Rivers - **Brokerage:** Justin Rivers- EXP Realty - **Total Sales:** 291 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 12 - **Listings:** 12 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — Opelika Real Estate ### What is the average home price in Opelika, Alabama? The median home price in Opelika is $219,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting. ### How long does it take to sell a home in Opelika? Homes in Opelika spend an average of 38 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer. ### How do I find the best real estate agent in Opelika, Alabama? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Opelika's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Opelika based on verified sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold. ### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Opelika? In Alabama, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Opelika will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions). ### How much does a real estate agent cost in Opelika? In Alabama, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing. ### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Opelika? Ask about their recent sales in Opelika specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these. ### How does Opelika benefit from its relationship with Auburn University? Opelika sits just five miles from Auburn University and shares in the economic energy of one of the Southeast's fastest-growing university towns, while maintaining a distinct small-city character and lower price points than Auburn proper. Healthcare workers at East Alabama Medical Center, university staff, and manufacturing employees at Kia's Georgia plant (a short drive away) all contribute to consistent housing demand. ### What makes Opelika attractive to buyers who are priced out of Auburn? Auburn's median home prices have surged well above $300,000 driven by investor activity and university growth, while Opelika's median sits around $219,000, offering comparable access to Auburn events, employers, and amenities at a meaningful discount. Many families and young professionals choose Opelika intentionally to get more square footage and lot size for their budget. ### Are there historic or character neighborhoods in Opelika? Yes — Opelika has a walkable historic downtown with renovated Victorian-era commercial buildings and adjacent residential streets featuring older craftsman and colonial homes in the $180,000–$280,000 range. The downtown revitalization has attracted restaurants and boutique retail, increasing the appeal of nearby residential neighborhoods. ### What is the investor landscape like in Opelika? Opelika attracts buy-and-hold investors who can secure properties at lower prices than Auburn while still drawing from the university's student and staff rental pool. Short-term rental activity is also present, particularly around football season, though Auburn proper dominates the Airbnb market. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/al/opelika*