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# Top Real Estate Agents in Shelton, Connecticut

> Find top real estate agents in Shelton, Connecticut. Median home price: $363K. Connect with the best local agents today.

**Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Connecticut

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 Marissa Papa Team
- **Brokerage:** Preston Gray Real Estate 
- **Total Sales:** 1610
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 22
- **Listings:** 15

### #2 Carey and Guarrera Real Estate
- **Brokerage:** Carey & Guarrera Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 3161
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 37
- **Listings:** 14

### #3 Marissa Papa
- **Brokerage:** Preston Gray Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 747
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 22
- **Listings:** 8

### #4 Paul Ferreira
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Right Choice
- **Total Sales:** 915
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 28
- **Listings:** 5

### #5 Chris Carey and Steve Guarrera
- **Brokerage:** Carey & Guarrera
- **Total Sales:** 932
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 28
- **Listings:** 1

### #6 Carlos Perez
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Right Choice Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 959
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 26
- **Listings:** 2

### #7 BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
- **Brokerage:** Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gaetano Marra Homes
- **Total Sales:** 745
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 19
- **Listings:** 3

### #8 Ken Baldyga
- **Brokerage:** Carey & Guarrera Real Estate Associates, Inc
- **Total Sales:** 88
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 0

### #9 HMP Compass Realty
- **Brokerage:** Huntsman Meade & Partners Compass Realty Corp.
- **Total Sales:** 1079
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 18
- **Listings:** 3

### #10 Nicole Brzoska
- **Brokerage:** Preston Gray Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 73
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 0

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Shelton Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Shelton, Connecticut?

The median home price in Shelton is $363,000. 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 Shelton?

Homes in Shelton 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 Shelton, Connecticut?

Look for agents with documented sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Shelton's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Shelton based on documented 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 Shelton?

In Connecticut, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Shelton 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 Shelton?

In Connecticut, 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 Shelton?

Ask about their recent sales in Shelton 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.

### Why do buyers often choose Shelton over neighboring Ansonia or Derby?

Shelton sits across the Housatonic River from Derby and Ansonia but offers a distinctly more suburban character, with newer developments, strong commercial tax base from corporate parks along Route 8, and consistently higher-rated schools. Buyers get Naugatuck Valley convenience at prices below Sheltons Fairfield County neighbors like Monroe or Trumbull.

### What types of developments dominate Sheltons housing market?

Shelton has significant new construction activity, with subdivisions and townhome communities built from the 1990s onward that appeal to buyers seeking move-in-ready homes without renovation risk. Older Capes and Colonials from the 1960s-1980s exist in the lower Shelton and Birmingham areas, offering more affordable entry points.

### What corporate employers make Shelton a draw for homebuyers?

Shelton is home to major corporate campuses including Subway (formerly), Hubbell Incorporated, and BIC Corporation, and the Route 8 commercial corridor hosts numerous manufacturers and professional service firms. This local employment base means many Shelton residents work close to home, an unusual advantage in commuter-heavy Connecticut.

### How does Sheltons price point compare to nearby Fairfield County towns?

Shelton straddles New Haven and Fairfield Counties and typically prices 20-30% below comparable towns in Fairfield County such as Monroe or Trumbull, while offering similar suburban quality. This value gap has made Shelton a consistent draw for buyers priced out of those communities.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/ct/shelton*