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# Top Real Estate Agents in Valley Stream, New York

> Connect with top Valley Stream NY real estate agents. Explore affordable Long Island homes near Queens and JFK Airport.

**Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** New York

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 JoniRose Jankie
- **Brokerage:** EXP Realty, we don't just work here , we live here too!
- **Total Sales:** 218
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 11
- **Listings:** 2

### #2 Linda Kettering
- **Brokerage:** Linda Kettering Realty Corp
- **Total Sales:** 138
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 30
- **Listings:** 0

### #3 Marlene Gross
- **Brokerage:** Signature Premier Properties
- **Total Sales:** 413
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 20
- **Listings:** 0

### #4 Annette Miller
- **Brokerage:** Linda Kettering Realty Corp
- **Total Sales:** 161
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 20
- **Listings:** 0

### #5 Joseph Fennelly
- **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Legendary Real Estate 
- **Total Sales:** 634
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 33
- **Listings:** 1

### #6 Humayun Zaman
- **Brokerage:** LINY Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 139
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 10
- **Listings:** 0

### #7 Howard Hanna Coach - Hewlett
- **Brokerage:** Howard Hanna Coach Realtors
- **Total Sales:** 725
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 79
- **Listings:** 6

### #8 Carol Gallo-Turschmann
- **Brokerage:** Bill  Gallo Realty
- **Total Sales:** 112
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 47
- **Listings:** 1

### #9 Paula Lescano
- **Brokerage:** EXIT REALTY UNITED
- **Total Sales:** 184
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 16
- **Listings:** 0

### #10 Hezrell Vasquez
- **Brokerage:** VORO
- **Total Sales:** 153
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 17
- **Listings:** 0

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Valley Stream Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Valley Stream, New York?

The median home price in Valley Stream is $490,000. 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 Valley Stream?

Homes in Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream, New York?

Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Valley Stream's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream?

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

In New York, 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 Valley Stream?

Ask about their recent sales in Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream attractive to NYC commuters?

Valley Stream sits in Nassau County roughly 20 miles from Midtown Manhattan, with LIRR service delivering commuters to Penn Station in about 35 minutes. Buyers priced out of Queens and Brooklyn increasingly look here for detached homes with yards at lower price points.

### What is the typical housing stock in Valley Stream?

The village is filled with post-WWII Cape Cods and split-levels built in the 1940s and 1950s, giving it a classic suburban Long Island character. Larger colonials exist but are less common, and buyers often budget for cosmetic updates after purchase.

### How do Valley Stream home prices compare to nearby Long Island communities?

At a median near $490,000, Valley Stream is more affordable than neighboring Rockville Centre or Garden City, which often exceed $700,000. That relative value gap continues to drive demand, particularly from first-time buyers and young families.

### Which parts of Valley Stream tend to have the highest property values?

Homes near the central Village Hall area and the tree-lined streets of the incorporated village command slight premiums, while properties closer to the Green Acres Mall corridor or the Hempstead border are more modestly priced. The Gibson (South Valley Stream) section is popular for its slightly larger lots.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/ny/valley-stream*