--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/pa/new-castle --- # Top Real Estate Agents in New Castle, Pennsylvania > Connect with top New Castle, PA real estate agents. Affordable western PA homes, market data, and expert rankings for buyers. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Pennsylvania --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Patrick Russell - **Brokerage:** Berkshire Hathaway Home Service The Preferred Realty - **Total Sales:** 288 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 13 - **Listings:** 1 ### #2 Jennifer reilly - **Brokerage:** Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - The Preferred Realty - **Total Sales:** 593 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 12 - **Listings:** 0 ### #3 AnnaMarie DeFrank - **Brokerage:** Compass RE - **Total Sales:** 573 - **Avg Rating:** 4.8 - **Years Experience:** 14 - **Listings:** 12 ### #4 Realty ONE Group Ultimate - **Brokerage:** Realty ONE Group Ultimate - **Total Sales:** 1317 - **Avg Rating:** 4.5 - **Years Experience:** 20 - **Listings:** 41 ### #5 Caren Foy - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Realty Pittsburgh South - **Total Sales:** 996 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 28 - **Listings:** 12 ### #6 Richard Maiella - **Brokerage:** HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES - **Total Sales:** 1425 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 26 - **Listings:** 21 ### #7 Katelyn Dominelli - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Steel City - **Total Sales:** 326 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 14 ### #8 Maureen Chiafullo-Haid - **Brokerage:** Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - **Total Sales:** 140 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 11 - **Listings:** 2 ### #9 Eleni Papandreas Chmura - **Brokerage:** Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - **Total Sales:** 162 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 21 - **Listings:** 2 ### #10 Barb Forsythe - **Brokerage:** Your Home Town Realty LLC - **Total Sales:** 177 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 11 - **Listings:** 0 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — New Castle Real Estate ### What is the average home price in New Castle, Pennsylvania? The median home price in New Castle is $92,300. 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 New Castle? Homes in New Castle spend an average of 58 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 New Castle, Pennsylvania? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in New Castle's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in New Castle 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 New Castle? In Pennsylvania, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in New Castle 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 New Castle? In Pennsylvania, 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 New Castle? Ask about their recent sales in New Castle 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 is the state of the New Castle real estate market and who is buying here? New Castle is a western Pennsylvania city in Lawrence County that has experienced long-term population decline following the collapse of the steel and manufacturing industries. With a median home price near $92,000, it attracts bargain-hunting investors, first-time buyers, and retirees on fixed incomes who want maximum space for minimal cost. ### How does New Castle proximity to Pittsburgh affect its housing market? New Castle sits about 55 miles north of Pittsburgh via I-376 and Route 422, making it a fringe commuter option for workers willing to drive, though the commute is not practical for daily Pittsburgh workers. The city functions as a largely self-contained market anchored by local healthcare, retail, and remaining manufacturing employment. ### What types of properties are most commonly available in New Castle? The inventory is dominated by 2- and 3-bedroom frame and brick single-family homes built between 1900 and 1960, many in need of cosmetic or moderate updating. Investors can find multi-family duplexes and triplexes at very low acquisition costs, which can pencil as rentals given local demand from service industry workers. ### Are there any specific New Castle neighborhoods that are seeing renewed interest? The East Side neighborhood and areas near Shenango Valley have seen modest investor activity, while the Neshannock Township suburb to the north commands significantly higher prices for its newer construction and better-regarded schools. Buyers seeking value in the broader metro often focus on those suburban Lawrence County communities rather than the city proper. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/pa/new-castle*