--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/md/easton --- # Top Real Estate Agents in Easton, Maryland > Find top real estate agents in Easton, Maryland. Median home price: $484K. Connect with the best local agents today. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Maryland --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Laura Anderson - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Realty - **Total Sales:** 294 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 2 ### #2 Brian Gearhart - **Brokerage:** Chesapeake Bay Properties Team of Benson & Mangold Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 1021 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 23 - **Listings:** 24 ### #3 Coldwell Banker Chesapeake - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company - **Total Sales:** 1627 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 16 - **Listings:** 31 ### #4 Chuck Mangold - **Brokerage:** Benson and Mangold - **Total Sales:** 1043 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 25 - **Listings:** 21 ### #5 Eddie Matthews - **Brokerage:** Benson and Mangold Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 318 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 24 - **Listings:** 4 ### #6 Coard Benson - **Brokerage:** Benson and Mangold - **Total Sales:** 406 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 28 - **Listings:** 6 ### #7 Trey Rider - **Brokerage:** TTR | Sotheby's International Realty - **Total Sales:** 135 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 23 - **Listings:** 0 ### #8 Cornelia C. Heckenbach - **Brokerage:** Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc - **Total Sales:** 399 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 36 - **Listings:** 11 ### #9 Alicia Gannon Dulin - **Brokerage:** Benson and Mangold - **Total Sales:** 344 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 13 - **Listings:** 8 ### #10 Peter Stark - **Brokerage:** Benson & Mangold Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 106 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 7 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — Easton Real Estate ### What is the average home price in Easton, Maryland? The median home price in Easton is $484,000. 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 Easton? Homes in Easton spend an average of 47 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 Easton, Maryland? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Easton's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Easton 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 Easton? In Maryland, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Easton 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 Easton? In Maryland, 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 Easton? Ask about their recent sales in Easton 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. ### What makes Easton the cultural and real estate hub of Maryland's Eastern Shore? Easton functions as the de facto capital of the Eastern Shore, home to the prestigious Avalon Theatre, the Waterfowl Festival (one of the largest outdoor fine art shows in the US), and a sophisticated restaurant and gallery scene uncommon for a town its size. Its real estate market reflects this premium status, with a median around $484,000 that exceeds many larger Maryland cities. Proximity to the Miles River and Tred Avon River gives the town and surrounding communities access to Chesapeake Bay water that defines the Eastern Shore lifestyle. ### What types of buyers are active in the Easton market? Easton attracts a distinctive mix of wealthy DC and Baltimore buyers purchasing second homes or retirement properties, alongside permanent residents who serve the town's healthcare, legal, and hospitality economy. The buyer demographic skews older and more affluent than typical Maryland markets, with a significant proportion of all-cash transactions among the second-home segment. Waterfowl hunters from across the East Coast have historically made Talbot County a destination that now anchors a broader lifestyle buyer market. ### How does proximity to the water affect pricing in and around Easton? Waterfront and water-access properties on the Miles River, Tred Avon, and their tributaries command dramatic premiums over in-town Easton inventory. A deep-water property with private dock access can list from $1 million to $4 million-plus depending on riparian depth and improvements. Even community water-access neighborhoods within 5 miles of town see significant price premiums over comparable non-water properties. The water premium is one of the defining dynamics for any agent working the Talbot County market. ### Is Easton seeing growth from remote workers and retirees? Yes — the post-pandemic shift to remote and hybrid work has been particularly pronounced in Easton, as DC professionals realized they could work from a town with Nantucket-level charm at Chesapeake-accessible prices. Retirees from Baltimore and DC have long targeted Easton for its quality healthcare (University of Maryland Shore Medical Center), walkable downtown, and boating access. This dual demand from remote workers and retirees has kept inventory very tight and price appreciation robust. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/md/easton*