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Best Real Estate Agents Near You: 30 Top Agents by Market (June 2026)
A by-market guide to 30 of the top-producing real estate agents and teams across the U.S. and Canada, chosen on verified sales records, not ad spend.
Best Real Estate Agents Near You: 30 Top Agents by Market (June 2026)
Search "best real estate agents near me" and you'll get a wall of paid ads, lead-generation sites, and directories ranked by who paid the most — not by who actually sells homes. That's a poor way to find the person you'll trust with your largest financial transaction.
So we did it differently. Below are 30 of the top-producing real estate agents and teams across the country, organized by market, so you can scan straight to your region. Every agent here is a verified, active top producer in their area — chosen for real closed-sales track records, local market leadership, and the kind of specialized expertise (luxury, waterfront, probate, relocation, new construction) that actually moves the needle on a deal.
How we chose these agents
This isn't a pay-to-play list. We started from verified production data — career sales volume and closed transactions — then weighted for market leadership (top 1% rankings, #1-team honors, RealTrends and Wall Street Journal recognition) and depth of specialization. Sales-volume and transaction figures cited below are career or team totals. The goal is simple: if one of these agents serves your area, you're talking to someone with a proven record, not just a big advertising budget.
Use the regional sections below to jump to your market.
West Coast & Pacific Northwest
Best Real Estate Agent in Sacramento, CA: Johnny Jennings
Johnny Jennings is a Greater Sacramento broker known for clear, no-nonsense execution across Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Citrus Heights, and the wider Sacramento area. As founder of Made 4 More Realty, his team has closed nearly 4,000 career transactions, working across a wide price range from first-time buyers to luxury and investment property. A two-time Chairman of his REALTOR association's Education Committee, Johnny teaches what he practices, bringing teacher-level clarity to pricing, marketing, and negotiation. His team has been voted Roseville's Best Real Estate Team every year since 2021 and maintains an A+ BBB rating. Backed by more than 1,000 five-star reviews, he keeps clients informed and confident from list to close.
Best Real Estate Agent in Redding, CA: Josh Barker
Josh Barker is the broker and owner of Josh Barker Real Estate, holding the record for the highest number of career sales by an individual agent in Northern California. Leading his independent Redding team, Josh has closed more than 8,000 transactions and over $2 billion in lifetime sales. He specializes in single-family homes, commercial real estate, and multi-family investment properties, and brings tailored expertise to sensitive probate and divorce sales. Before launching his brokerage, his team ranked #1 for RE/MAX in the California and Hawaii region five years running. Serving Redding, Anderson, Cottonwood, Shasta Lake, Red Bluff, and Palo Cedro, Josh is backed by more than 600 five-star reviews.
Best Real Estate Agent in Encinitas, CA: Amy Green
Amy Green is a top-producing Realtor with Coastal Premier Properties, anchoring her business in Del Mar and serving buyers and sellers throughout North County San Diego. Licensed since 2002, she has built more than 23 years of market authority across Encinitas, Carmel Valley, La Jolla, and Rancho Santa Fe. Amy specializes in luxury coastal properties, relocation services, and investment portfolios, guiding clients from first-time buyers in Carlsbad to sellers of luxury estates in Solana Beach. Her career track record exceeds $1 billion in total sales volume. Clients value her blend of high-end market knowledge with honest, hard-working Midwest values and the strategic negotiation that competitive coastal markets demand.
Best Real Estate Agent in Palm Springs, CA: Paul Kaplan
Paul Kaplan leads The Paul Kaplan Group at Bennion Deville Homes and is the Coachella Valley's go-to authority on architecturally significant real estate. His specialty is Mid-Century Modern design, from Wexler steel houses to historic estates in iconic neighborhoods like Vista Las Palmas and Twin Palms. Across his career Paul has guided more than 1,500 transactions totaling over $850 million in sales, and his team continues to serve a global clientele drawn to the Palm Springs desert lifestyle. He also represents buyers and sellers in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, and beyond. For clients who value design pedigree and deep market knowledge, Paul is a trusted partner.
Best Real Estate Agent in La Jolla, CA: Dane Soderberg
Dane Soderberg leads Dane Soderberg & Associates at Compass and ranks among the top 1% of agents in San Diego County. Working across La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, and coastal San Diego, his edge is access and execution: a private network of agents, qualified buyers, and best-in-class vendors that regularly surfaces off-market opportunities. His team set a La Jolla price record of $2,644.50 per square foot and led sales at MUSE La Jolla, moving 14 residences in 13 months. Honors include the SDAR Circle of Excellence, Compass Platinum Awards, and Wall Street Journal/RealTrends recognition. With nearly 200 five-star client reviews, Dane pairs precision pricing with disciplined, client-first guidance.
Best Real Estate Agent in Mill Valley, CA: Tracey Broadman
Tracey Broadman is a top-producing agent with Vanguard Properties, representing buyers and sellers across Mill Valley, Sausalito, San Francisco, and all of Marin County. Over her career she has completed more than 250 transactions representing over $650 million in sales, working comfortably across price points from $1.5 million to $25 million in some of the Bay Area's most competitive markets. Tracey holds the RealTrends Verified designation, ranking in the top 10% of agents in Mill Valley and the top 3% in Marin County, and she has been a Top 10 Agent at Vanguard for three consecutive years. Named among the 10 Most Trusted Realtors in the Bay Area, she brings the same preparation and care to every deal, earning repeat clients and referrals.
Best Real Estate Agent in Orange County, CA: Jeffery McGonigle
Jeffery McGonigle is CEO and Co-Founder of Power Real Estate Group, brokered by Real Brokerage Technologies, serving Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside counties. Since launching the team in 2021, he has built one of the fastest-growing operations in the state, surpassing $2 billion in total transaction volume with annual production exceeding $400 million. The team has grown to more than 150 agents and ranks among the top teams in California and top five nationally within Real Brokerage. Before moving into full-time leadership, Jeffery personally closed over 100 transactions. He specializes in scalable systems, structured lead generation, Zillow Flex and Preferred partnerships, and training infrastructure that supports agents serving residential, first-time, and investment clients across Southern California.
Best Real Estate Agent in Whittier, CA: Jose A. Perez
Jose A. Perez leads Jose Perez and Associates at Century 21 Allstars, providing expert representation in his core Whittier, California market from the brokerage's Pico Rivera office. He specializes in luxury homes, Friendly Hills estates, and probate and estate sales, while also guiding move-up buyers, first-time buyers, investors, and relocation clients. A multi-year Century 21 Centurion and President's Producer, Jose was named to the 2026 NAHREP Top 250 Latino Agents List and is a recurring Downey Association of Realtors Top Producer. Backed by more than 140 five-star Google reviews, his team has closed over 840 career sales totaling more than $308 million in volume.
🔗 www.joseperezandassociates.com
Best Real Estate Agent in Bothell, WA: Mindy Newton
Mindy Newton leads the Greater Sound Team at Real Broker LLC, guiding buyers and sellers across Snohomish County and the greater Seattle area from Bothell and Edmonds to Mukilteo and Mill Creek. With nearly two decades in the business, she ranks in the Top 1% of REALTORS in the Puget Sound region and specializes in residential listings, relocation, luxury homes, and first-time buyer programs. A Dave Ramsey Financial Peace principles instructor and #1 RamseyTrusted real estate pro, she brings a financially grounded perspective to every transaction. Her team has closed more than 1,200 career sales totaling over half a billion dollars in volume.
Best Real Estate Agent in Bellingham, WA: Paulina Antczak
Paulina Antczak is a top 1% Realtor in Whatcom County with Windermere Real Estate Whatcom, Inc. in Bellingham, Washington, and was named the 2024 Whatcom County Realtor of the Year. The daughter of a home-building contractor, she blends construction insight with a concierge approach as a Certified Listing Specialist, coordinating improvement vendors and staging so every home shows at its best. As a buyer's agent, she thrives in competitive markets, guiding clients through clear, responsive steps. Her career spans more than 400 transactions and over $250 million in sales, and with 246 five-star Zillow reviews, her reputation for service is well established. A Western Washington University graduate, Paulina pairs sharp negotiation with genuine local roots.
Best Real Estate Agent in Spokane, WA: Aaron Farr
Aaron Farr leads the Farr Group NW under REAL Broker, LLC, working exclusively in his home market of Spokane, Washington. That focus shows in his numbers: his team has closed more than 550 career transactions and over $250 million in sales, establishing Aaron as a consistent, dominant presence in the local market. He specializes in comprehensive residential service, advanced property marketing, and client relocation, helping buyers and sellers navigate everything from a first home to a complex sale. His work has earned industry recognition, including Real Producers' 'Duo of the Year' award and a 'Male People's Choice' nomination in Spokane, along with Top Individual Agent and Top Team honors at his brokerage. Aaron pairs market data with proven, hands-on strategy.
Best Real Estate Agent in Bend, OR: Haley Overton
Haley Overton is a top-producing broker with Real Broker, LLC and the founder of the Bend Home Collective in Bend, Oregon. Licensed since 2011, she has closed more than 400 transactions and over $250 million in career sales, earning consistent recognition as a top 1.5% Oregon Realtor through RealTrends. Haley specializes in luxury residential properties, investment assets, and relocation, with deep knowledge of sought-after neighborhoods like Northwest Crossing, Tetherow, Awbrey Butte, and Discovery West. Having relocated from Texas to Oregon herself, she offers genuine insight for out-of-state buyers moving to Central Oregon. Her background in high-level nonprofit fundraising sharpens her negotiation and client advocacy, and she brings a concierge-level approach to every transaction across Deschutes County.
Best Real Estate Agent in Portland, OR: Drew Coleman
Drew Coleman is the founder of Opt Real Estate and leader of a team that RealTrends and The Wall Street Journal rank as the #1 real estate team in Oregon. Over a two-decade career serving the greater Portland metro area, including Lake Oswego, Drew has closed more than 4,000 transactions totaling over $2 billion in sales. He specializes in luxury residential sales, new construction development consulting, and corporate relocation. Named Oregon REALTOR of the Year in 2022, he also holds active national leadership roles with the National Association of REALTORS. Backed by more than 800 five-star reviews, Drew brings proven results and deep market insight to every client.
Mountain West
Best Real Estate Agent in St. George, UT: Daagel Fossati
Daagel Fossati is part of The Ames Team at RE/MAX Associates, the #1 selling real estate team in Washington County, leading the region in closed transactions and sales volume. The team has completed more than 5,000 career transactions and $1.5 billion in lifetime sales across Southern Utah. Specialties include luxury properties, out-of-state relocation services, and high-impact digital marketing, making it a strong fit for both local sellers and buyers moving in from across the country. National recognition includes ranking among the top RE/MAX U.S. residential large teams and earning 'Best of Southern Utah' honors three years running. With more than 600 five-star reviews, the team pairs market data with a client-first approach.
Best Real Estate Agent in Broomfield, CO: Shawna Bellendir
Shawna Bellendir leads the Sellstate Altitude team in Broomfield, Colorado, where she's built one of the region's busiest real estate operations. Across her career, her team has closed more than 600 transactions and over $300 million in sales, a track record that reflects steady, repeatable results rather than one-off wins. Shawna brings genuine range to the work, guiding first-time homebuyers with patience while also handling land and agricultural sales and more complex commercial and investment transactions. Named a Top Producer for six consecutive years and a Diamond and Double Diamond award winner for nine straight years, she pairs deep market data with a warm, client-first approach.
Best Real Estate Agent in Reno, NV: Richard Berman
Richard Berman is the team leader of The Berman Group at Dickson Realty, a top-ranked presence in the Northern Nevada market. Over his career, his team has surpassed 800 sales and roughly $267 million in volume, serving buyers and sellers across Reno, Damonte Ranch, South Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and Incline Village. What sets Richard apart is his specialized training: he's a Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) and a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), making him a steady, knowledgeable guide for families navigating estate settlements and later-life moves. He also brings strong expertise in new construction. Backed by more than 150 five-star reviews and working alongside Katie Berman, Richard offers a collaborative, detail-oriented approach for complex, high-stakes transactions.
Midwest
Best Real Estate Agent in Grand Rapids, MI: Mark Brace
Mark Brace leads Brace Homes at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate, running one of Grand Rapids' most productive operations. His team ranked #1 in sales volume for the Grand Rapids market in 2025, and Mark has held the title of #1 BHHS Realtor in Michigan since 2014, with a national Top 10 BHHS standing for a decade running. He specializes in luxury real estate, new construction, and corporate relocation, and brings a background in finance and computer information systems from Western Michigan University. Across his career he has completed more than 4,000 transactions exceeding $1 billion in sales, supported by over 900 five-star client reviews.
Best Real Estate Agent in Kansas City, MO: Dani Beyer
Dani Beyer leads Dani Beyer Real Estate at Keller Williams KC North, where she ranks in the top 1% of the 14,000-plus agents across the Kansas City metro. Over her career she has closed more than 2,260 transactions totaling roughly $673 million in sales, building a reputation for consistent, high-volume results. Dani specializes in luxury sales, first-time buyers, and golf-course neighborhoods, tailoring her approach to a wide range of clients. Her group is the #1 team in its office for 2025 and a top team in Kansas City year to date. Backed by more than 1,100 five-star reviews, Dani leans on deep market data and proven strategies to maximize value for buyers and sellers alike.
Best Real Estate Agent in Champlin, MN: Ann Breuer
Ann Breuer is a top-producing Realtor with REAL Broker and co-owner of the First Choice Realty Solutions team, serving Champlin and Blaine, Minnesota. A Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), Ann focuses on residential sales, probate, and downsizing, building thoughtful plans that help families navigate the transition of a loved one's property. The team also brings deep new-construction expertise, with builder-side honors including 9 Reggie Awards, 32 Trillium Awards, and a People's Choice Award from the Builders Association of the Twin Cities. Ann has earned REAL Broker Elite Agent status two years running, following 15 years of top-tier recognition at Keller Williams. The team has closed over 1,100 career transactions totaling more than $304 million, with 130+ five-star Google reviews.
🔗 www.firstchoicerealtysolutions.com
Best Real Estate Agent in Stillwater, MN: Richard McDonough
Richard McDonough is a Senior Global Real Estate Advisor with Lakes Sotheby's International Realty in Stillwater, Minnesota, and a fourth-generation resident with deep roots in the St. Croix Valley. With more than 33 years in the business, he specializes in luxury waterfront estates, historic properties, and executive homes along the St. Croix River, serving communities including Lake Elmo, Woodbury, Afton, and Marine on St. Croix. His career spans more than 800 transactions and roughly $267 million in sales, and he's also licensed in Wisconsin for clients in Hudson and Prescott. Pairing a 'Luxury Plus' marketing strategy with the global reach of the Sotheby's network, Richard brings local knowledge and refined negotiation to every listing.
South
Best Real Estate Agent in Punta Gorda, FL: Brian Helgemo
Brian Helgemo leads The Helgemo Team at Compass in Punta Gorda, where he's built his reputation as a Waterfront Home Specialist and luxury home expert. He holds the record for the most sales in Charlotte County since 2010 and has led the county's #1 team since 2020. Across his career, Brian has closed more than 4,000 transactions and over $1.2 billion in total sales, including a strong focus on helping owners move homes that other agents couldn't sell. RealTrends ranked his team #3 among large teams in Florida and #54 nationally for 2024, and Compass recognizes it among its Top 100 teams. Brian brings proven data and deep local expertise to every waterfront and luxury transaction.
Best Real Estate Agent in Nashville, TN: Brianna Morant
Brianna Morant owns Oak Street Real Estate Group at Benchmark Realty, a top-producing, family-run team in Nashville and Middle Tennessee. She is equally strong on both sides of the deal: known for strategic listing and pricing work, she is also recognized for finding buyers off-market and pocket-listing opportunities and writing winning offers in competitive markets. Brianna serves Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, 12 South, Green Hills, and East Nashville, plus Nolensville, Mount Juliet, Spring Hill, and Thompson's Station. Since inception, her team has served more than 2,000 families and surpassed $1 billion in career sales volume. Backed by hundreds of five-star reviews, she pairs boutique, high-touch service with a proven, data-driven process.
🔗 www.oakstreetrealestategroup.com
Best Real Estate Agent in Highland Park, TX: Tom Hughes
Tom Hughes leads the Tom Hughes Team at Compass, where he is also a founding partner of Compass DFW. He runs a top-producing luxury operation focused exclusively on Highland Park, University Park, and Dallas's finest neighborhoods, specializing in high-end homes and exclusive private sales for high-net-worth clients. Tom ranks in the RealTrends and Wall Street Journal Top 1% of agents nationwide and has been inducted into the D Magazine Hall of Fame, with additional honors including D Magazine Best, Modern Luxury Best, and D Magazine Top Producer. Over his career, his team has completed more than 800 transactions representing over $1 billion in sales, emphasizing discretion, privacy, and maximized value.
Best Real Estate Agent in Lake Lanier, GA: Chris van Olphen
Chris van Olphen owns and leads the North Georgia Group, powered by Keller Williams Community Partners in Cumming. Over his career, Chris and his team have guided more than 2,500 transactions representing roughly $750 million in closed sales, and they've been named the #1 Team by the 400 North Board of REALTORS for seven consecutive years. Keller Williams recognizes the group as a high-performing MERA Team and a Top 10 team in its Southeast Region, and Real Producers honored them with a 2024 Top Team Award. Chris serves buyers and sellers across Cumming, Alpharetta, Milton, Gainesville, Canton, and Lake Lanier, with experience spanning residential sales, relocations, and investment properties. The team holds 500-plus five-star reviews.
Mid-Atlantic & Northeast
Best Real Estate Agent in Bethesda, MD: Barak Sky
Barak Sky brings elite-level luxury experience to Bethesda and Washington, D.C., where he focuses on high-end homes, new development projects, and new construction condo buildings. With SERHANT., he leads a top-producing operation that has closed more than 3,000 transactions and over $3 billion in career sales, ranking consistently in the nation's top 1% for annual sales volume. His credentials include REALTOR Magazine's '30 Under 30' honor and recognition among Washingtonian's Best Agents and Best of Bethesda. For buyers and sellers navigating the region's luxury and new development market, Barak pairs deep market data with seasoned negotiation to help clients capture full value.
Best Real Estate Agent in Washington, DC: Daryl Judy
Daryl Judy brings rare scale and precision to the Washington, DC market as a leading agent with Washington Fine Properties. RealTrends verifies him as a Top Ten Agent in DC and ranks him among the top 500 individual agents nationwide, while the Washington Business Journal lists him among the top producers across the DMV. His expertise spans residential properties, historic homes, and condominiums throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia. With more than $1.1 billion in career sales across over 900 transactions, Daryl pairs deep local insight with a data-driven strategy. He prides himself on staying accessible to clients at every price point, from first-time buyers to longtime homeowners.
Best Real Estate Agent on the Main Line, PA: Reid Rosenthal
Reid Rosenthal leads The Rosenthal Group at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, serving a sophisticated clientele across Center City Philadelphia and The Main Line, including Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Wayne, and Gladwyne. With more than 24 years in the business, he specializes in luxury townhomes, high-rise condominiums, and new construction developments. As a Chairman's Circle Diamond award recipient, Reid leads a team ranked in the top 0.5% of the BHHS network nationwide. His career spans more than $1 billion in sales across over 1,400 transactions, and his work is backed by hundreds of five-star client reviews. Based near Rittenhouse Square, he offers results-driven representation to buyers, sellers, and investors.
Best Real Estate Agent in Hagerstown, MD: Steve Powell
Steve Powell is an Associate Broker with Samson Properties serving Hagerstown and the wider Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania Tri-State area, including Frederick, Martinsburg, and Greencastle. A former brokerage owner and RE/MAX Hall of Fame member, he pairs decades of leadership with a listing-focused approach built on data-driven pricing, targeted marketing, and strong negotiation. Steve specializes in luxury and high-value homes, downsizing and retirement transitions, traditional residential sales, and complex investor deals. His RE/MAX honors also include the Platinum Club, 100% Club, and Executive Club. Across his career, Steve's operation has closed more than 2,700 transactions totaling over $430 million in sales volume.
Best Real Estate Agent in Bay Head, NJ: Ed O'Malley
Ed O'Malley is a top-tier agent with Diane Turton, Realtors in Bay Head, where he partners with Suzie Van Schoick as the Suzie & Ed team. An expert in the Jersey Shore's coastal market, Ed specializes in luxury properties, waterfront homes, second homes, and resort real estate, offering dedicated seller representation and exclusive buyer guidance. The pair has been recognized as Top Producers company-wide and for the Bay Head office, along with Most Closed Sales company-wide and Top Listing and Selling Agent honors, consecutively from 2020 through 2025. Their team's career production tops $355 million in sales volume across more than 400 transactions.
Western Canada
Best Real Estate Agent in Whistler, BC: Dean Linnell
Dean Linnell leads The Linnell Group at The Whistler Real Estate Company, serving buyers and sellers across the Sea-to-Sky corridor from Whistler Village and Blackcomb Benchlands to Creekside and Pemberton. He specializes in luxury vacation homes, investment condos, and short-term rental properties, bringing deep command of the region's complex rental zoning to every deal. A Top 1% member of the Greater Vancouver Medallion President's Club and a Whistler Real Estate Peak Performer (Platinum), Dean is also a recognized digital-marketing authority, using video and social strategy to give listings global exposure. His team has closed over $500 million in career sales, serving more than 1,300 families.
How to choose the right agent for your market
A national list is a starting point, not a substitute for your own diligence. When you talk to any agent — including the ones above — a few questions cut through the noise:
- How many homes have you closed in my specific area in the last 12 months? Local, recent track record matters more than a lifetime number.
- What's your list-to-sale price ratio and average days on market? These show whether they price and market homes effectively.
- Will I work with you or a team member? Both models work — you just want to know who's actually handling your deal.
- What's your plan for my situation? A relocation, a probate sale, a luxury listing, and a first home each call for different expertise.
The best agent "near you" is the one whose track record, specialty, and communication style fit your transaction.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find the best real estate agent near me?
Start with verified production rather than ads. Look at an agent's recent closed sales in your specific neighborhood, their client reviews, and any specialization that matches your needs — then interview at least two before deciding.
What makes an agent a "top" agent?
Consistent closed-sales volume and transaction count, strong local market share, verified third-party rankings (RealTrends, Wall Street Journal, brokerage honors), and a track record of satisfied clients — not simply years in the business or marketing spend.
Should I choose a solo agent or a team?
Both can deliver excellent results. Teams often provide broader availability and specialized roles; a solo agent offers a single, consistent point of contact. Ask who will personally handle your showings, negotiations, and closing.
Do I pay the agent directly?
Commission structures changed following the 2024 NAR settlement, and buyer-agent compensation is now negotiated and disclosed up front. Ask any agent to walk you through exactly how they're paid before you sign a representation agreement.
The bottom line
The right agent is local, proven, and matched to your specific needs. The 30 professionals above represent some of the strongest track records in their respective markets — from luxury coastal listings and architectural specialists to waterfront experts, probate specialists, and high-volume team leaders. If one of them serves your area, you're starting your search from a position of strength.
