When you’re buying or selling a home, having the right real estate agent makes all the difference. That’s why HomeLight analyzes performance data from each of California, MD’s 1,095 agents — so we can find the best fit for you. And what a difference having a top agent makes: The top 3% of agents in California complete 81.0% more real estate transactions than the average agent. What’s more, these top agents save their sellers 6.9% more money than the average agent, and save their buyers 83.1% more.
Top California REALTOR® Rankings
Top Agents List updated on July 17th, 2024
Transactions: High to Low
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
Jack Shoptaw assumed leadership of the Washington, D.C., branch of CENTURY 21 New Millennium in September 2016. CENTURY 21 New Millennium, consistently ranked among the top real estate organizations in the United States regardless of brand, has offices throughout Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia, offe...
Home Transactions
4,845
Average Price Point
$530K
Years of Experience
28
EmpowerHome -Keller Williams
Ranked as one of the top teams in the DC Metro Area by the Wall Street Journal, Debbie, Sarah, and the entire Reynolds EmpowerHome Team attribute their success to always putting their client’s needs first, above all else. This is something that many agents say, but Debbie and Sarah are on a mission to actually DO it...
Home Transactions
1,602
Average Price Point
$570K
Years of Experience
36
Your Home SOLD or I'll Buy It!* Specialties:Buyer's Agent,Listing Agent,Short-Sale,Consulting,Property Management Jonathan Lahey is a best selling author and an award-winning realtor in the DC metro area, who is known for his exclusive program, "Your Home Sold Guaranteed or I'll Buy It". Since choosing to focus on...
Jon Lahey's reviews
"Working with Jon and his team have been an amazing experience. Very professional and knowledgeable ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
452
Average Price Point
$500K
Years of Experience
19
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Boyd Grainger is a licensed real estate agent in Maryland and is currently with Exit Landmark Realty in White Plains. Boyd has completed transactions in several areas including Waldorf, Port Tobacco Village, Fort Washington, La Plata, Clinton and Friendly. HomeLight ranks Boyd as one of the top 3% of agents in Waldo...
Boyd Grainger's reviews
"I enjoyed working with Boyd. He worked hard to set appointments and helped me find exactly what I was looking for...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
128
Average Price Point
$450K
Years of Experience
16
Andy is a native of Maryland and has been a Montgomery County resident since 1978. He has been serving the Real Estate needs of people in the Metropolitan area since 1989. While a business major at the University of Maryland, Andy juggled a full academic course load, a part-time job, student government activities, a...
Andy Werner, Jr.'s reviews
"Andy gave me his time to ensure that I understood what was going to happen, when it was going to happen, and why it was going to happen...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
116
Average Price Point
$490K
Years of Experience
35
Remax One
I am an incredibly driven 35 year old fortunate enough to land a solid placement in this amazing Real Estate industry. I have been an active Real Estate professional for thirteen years and fully licensed for the past eleven years with my GRI designation. The secret to my success is using cutting edge innovative tech...
Home Transactions
114
Average Price Point
$470K
Years of Experience
23
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Lisa Wills is a real estate agent with RE/MAX ONE in La Plata, Maryland. Lisa's coverage area includes Waldorf, La Plata, Bensville, Port Tobacco , Hughesville and Indian Head. HomeLight ranks Lisa as one of the top 1% of agents in La Plata and Waldorf for successfully selling homes and as one of the top agents for...
Lisa Wills's reviews
"Lisa is THE best!!! We met Lisa Wills in 2009/2010 timeframe when we were looking to sell our home in Great Mills and purchase a home in Charles County. She patiently worked with us during the several instances of home buyers “cold feet” (my husband). Lol She was dedicated and available to us night and day un..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
93
Average Price Point
$490K
Years of Experience
29
My name is Mary Chambers and I would like to welcome you to my website! As a native of Southern Maryland, I will offer you an extensive knowledge and sincere appreciation of Charles County, St. Mary’s County and Calvert County. Along with honesty and integrity, I am dedicated to providing the absolute finest service...
Mary Chambers's reviews
"Mary is expectional! She is extremely knowledgeable, so caring and honest! ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
90
Average Price Point
$430K
Years of Experience
15
Century 21 New Millennium
Jennifer Goddard is a licensed real estate agent in Maryland and is currently with Century 21 New Millennium in California. Jennifer has completed transactions in several areas including California, Leonardtown, Lexington Park, Broomes Island, Piney Point and Chesapeake Ranch Estates. HomeLight ranks Jennifer as one...
Home Transactions
85
Average Price Point
$470K
Years of Experience
15
Chris McNelis is an Experienced Professional and Dedicated Merchant in the Solomons Island Community. She Has Served Southern Maryland as a Licensed Real Estate Practitioner Since 1992. Founded in 2006, The McNelis Group Provides Marketing Ingenuity and Solid Customer Service in a Healthy, Competitive Real Estate Ma...
Christine McNelis's reviews
"Chris is among the best realtors in Southern Maryland. Her responsiveness to questions is instantaneous and customer care is excellent. I highly recommend Chris McNellis to help find your new home or sell your current home. I have used her to both sell and buy property and I am completely satisfied with her service...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
83
Average Price Point
$610K
Years of Experience
32
How we select the best California agents
At HomeLight, our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying.
We've analyzed transaction data of local real estate agents and REALTORS® across 6 distinct metrics to recommend a few of California's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
1,095
Vetted
132
Top Picks
30
Top real estate agents stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.5x faster and for 183.2% more money.
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Client FAQs
What does a top real estate agent do?
Top real estate agents have more local expertise, prepare in-depth market analyses, and have industry connections that you can’t find by yourself. They know your neighborhood like the back of their hand and use their market knowledge to sell your home faster than the average agent and for money.
What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in California?
When you sell a house, your real estate agent becomes your business partner, financial advisor, and emotional support system. It’s crucial to partner with someone you trust, so make sure you’re looking for an agent who can answer all of your questions with confidence during the interview. During this process, you want to get to know the agent’s business and find out how well they know the area. You’re listening for things that signal experience, expertise in your community, and workload. Selling a home takes an enormous amount of work, so you need an agent who’s got a plan for prep, pricing, and marketing and who is ready to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in California?
Our data shows that the top 5% of listing agents sell homes for as much as (+9%) more than the average real estate agent. A great agent makes a difference when you buy a house, too: We’ve found that the top 5% of buyer's agents on average save their clients 2.5% more on their home purchase. So, whether you’re in the market to find your dream home or sell your house at a great price, the right agent matters. We encourage you to connect with a top real estate agent if you’re buying or selling a home in California, MD.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in California?
The best window to contact an agent to sell your home is anywhere from three to six months in advance of your list date. When you start the search for an agent several months before hitting the market, there’s plenty of time to find the best agent, make key renovations, and market your home effectively, all of which are essential steps in selling your home for a great price. You can also hire an agent based on the best time to sell in California to take advantage of seasonal and cyclical trends in the market.
The right time to hire a real estate agent depends on the temperature of the housing market. For example, the best time to sell in California is in May. And since it takes around 3 months to close on a home, you should list in February. We 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.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in California?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in California work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a California real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in California to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare California real estate agent and will only introduce you to the top performing agents. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. To give you the best object recommendations, 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. You can trust that we’ll match you with the right agents for your needs.