Find the perfect Boston real estate agent
We analyze millions of home sales to find the best performing real estate agents.
We analyze millions of home sales to find the best performing real estate agents.
Home to Red Sox baseball, Boston's cobblestone streets are in the midst of a real estate boom. Over 5,778 real estate agents work in Boston but only the top 3% of Boston real estate agents sell homes in an average of 65 days (nearly half the average) and for 103.5% of the list.
HomeLight provided a space for us to let Realtors know what we were looking for, and helped us contact them. We couldn't be happier with our choice of Realtor that the service helped us narrow down and choose. Everything was timely and professional!
James W
Use a top agent to stay competitive in this hot Boston market. Average Boston real estate agents work about 137 properties in their career, sell homes in roughly 110 days, and get 98.0% of the initial list price. On the other hand, the top 3% of Boston real estate agents work on more than 452 properties over their career, sell homes 1.4x faster, and get (on average) 103.5% of the asking price.
Boston is a seller's market. Even the average seller's agent in Boston sell properties for an average -$13,499 over the initial asking price. Top Boston seller's agents though, earn their clients 157.1% more than that. At times, that's a $37,126 difference in value.
Sale price / List price (%)
Days on market
Lower is better
Homes sold / yr
Looking to buy property in walking distance of Fenway Park? The top buyer's agents in Boston can save you an average of $33,395 over the average Boston buyer's agent. That's a whopping 67.5% more cash in your pocket, simply by using an agent in the top 3%.
Condos sold / yr
Homes purchased / yr
Sale price / list price (%)
Lower is better
William Raveis R.e. & Home Services
Boston Listings Sold
190
Average Over Asking
$15k
Condo Transactions
230
Success! Real Estate
Average Days on Market
82
Boston Listings Sold
12
Average Over Asking
$1.8k
Century 21 Elite Realty
Boston Listings Sold
180
Average Over Asking
$8.3k
Condo Transactions
270
Prime Realty Group, Inc.
Boston Listings Sold
98
Average Days on Market
78
Average Over Asking
$8.3k
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Boston Listings Sold
190
Average Days on Market
85
Average Over Asking
$1.8k
Bowes Real Estate Real Living
Average Over Asking
$15k
Average Days on Market
80
Single Family Home Transactions
500
Bowes Pennell & Thompson Real Living
Average Days on Market
65
Average Over Asking
$21k
Condo Transactions
150
Re/Max Destiny
Average Days on Market
73
Average Over Asking
$15k
Townhome Transactions
1
| Active Agents | 902 |
| Time on Market | 98 |
| Avg. Sale Price | $933,615 |
Boutique eateries close to Downtown and Victorian styles characterize South End. Populated with parks, South End sits in the Southern end of Boston and borders Northwestern University. Fill up on parkside walks, good food, and grand New England style buildings that are seeped in history.
| Active Agents | 453 |
| Time on Market | 81 |
| Avg. Sale Price | $508,151 |
Looking for a rowdy time? Fenway is filled to the brim with college students who love to watch sports and party while they’re at it. Catch a game at Fenway park or grab a hot dog and yell at the tv screen from a bar just outside. You’ll find millennials who love the thrill of the game in this ruckus Boston spot.
| Active Agents | 561 |
| Time on Market | 106 |
| Avg. Sale Price | $1,205,746 |
Classic brick flats with matching shutters and flower boxes line uneven brick sidewalks. Massachusetts State House lends history to this upscale Boston neighborhood. Walk along the Charles River Esplanade for trees swathed in Fall. This area is pricey but its walkability and gorgeous homes are worth it.
We had a great experience with HomeLight. We chose one of the referred agents who turned out to be excellent. The bottom line is that our home was under contract within two weeks. Thank you HomeLight!
Bob M
We have demanding schedules and HomeLight was able to connect us with an agent who was flexible to work within our availability and time frames. If you’re searching for a realtor, I highly recommend HomeLight to help you find the best one for you!
Paula C
I had been trying to sell my house for a few years, but despaired at my ability to pick out a real estate agent on my own. Using HomeLight, I quickly found an agent that was a real go-getter. He sold our house higher than the listing price in only eight days. Finding a great agent made all the difference!
Sharon W.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Boston?
It's going to depend on the temperature of the Boston housing market but we generally recommend that you hire a real estate agent as soon as you're thinking of selling your home. Generally speaking, that's anywhere from 3 to 6 months prior to your desired move date.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Boston?
On average, the top performing 5% of seller's agents generally command a higher selling price (+9%) than the average real estate agent. The top performing 5% of buyer's agents generally save their clients 2.5% more than the average real estate agent at closing. So, whether you're buying or selling your house, your odds of making more money on the transaction are higher if you work with a top performing agent. We encourage you to explore all of your options if you're selling a house in Boston, MA.
Why do I need to hire a licensed real estate agent in Boston?
Always ensure you’re working with a trained, accredited real estate professional. That's the best way to protect you and your property. Every listing agent should be prepared to deliver proof of their license to sell in your area.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Boston?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Boston work for 6% of the home price.
How do I find a real estate agent that specializes in a specific Boston neighborhood?
Looking to buy or sell a home in a specific Boston neighborhood? We've got you covered. Either explore top real estate agents in Boston neighborhoods or give one of our trained agent concierges a call at (888) 998-1909
What are the most important questions to ask when interviewing Boston neighborhood?
We've put together a list of 24 questions to ask your real estate agent. Make sure to ask them of your Boston real estate agent during interviews.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Boston real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agents in Boston to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Boston real estate agents and will only introduce you to the top performing agents.
Do these Boston real estate agents work for HomeLight?
No. All of the real estate agents you see on HomeLight.com are unaffiliated with us. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. That's how we keep our recommendations objective.
What factors does HomeLight consider when evaluating real estate agents in Boston?
We compare real estate agents on a variety of data points in their transaction history. While we can't give away our exact algorithm, we can tell you that we consider things like: how fast a real estate agent sells, how many properties they work on, how much money they save or earn their clients, and what cities and neighborhoods they specialize in.
