HomeLight looks at the performance data of the top-performing real estate agents in Columbia, MO to show you only the best matches. This is what a top Columbia real estate agent looks like: they make their sellers $4,692 more money than the average agent, save $38,712 more for buyers, and work 88.6% more transactions.
Columbia’s top REALTORS® and Real Estate Agents
Top Agents List updated on September 21st, 2023
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The Matt Smith Real Estate Group is founded on core principles to always put our clients’ needs above our own. Our team truly works together and always has our clients’ best interest in mind. When you do business with us, you have the pleasure of working with our entire team! The team was founded by Matt Smith in 20...
Matt Smith's reviews
"This company worked as a team. Shannon Carter was the person who came and evaluated our home. There was someone dedicated to each process for a smooth transition ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
1,290
Average Price Point
$200K
Years of Experience
10
With over 28 years in the local area, we have a deep love for Missourian's and their neighborhoods. Working for the marketplace of tomorrow, delivering proven results for buyers, sellers, and developers. The Walters Team revolutionizes the traditional Realtor model by innovating through media and content creation, a...
Megan Walters's reviews
"Absolutely the best realtor in Columbia. If you're looking for someone who looks at you as more than a paycheck, look no further. Listed and had our house under contract in 6 days. Thankful we had the chance to work with her...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
168
Average Price Point
$260K
Years of Experience
6
MY MISSION: To serve the residents of Mid-Missouri, providing the best home buying and selling experience possible. MY BACKGROUND: As a Columbia native and University of Missouri Alumnus, I truly believe Columbia is one of the best towns in America. After getting my real estate license at the age of 18, I starte...
Bennett Arey's reviews
"As a first time home buyer, I had no idea what I was doing. Luckily for me, Bennett does. :) He's very knowledgeable about the Columbia area and all things real estate. He was always available for questions and was always very responsive. He explained things in a way that made sense and had the answers to all of my ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
119
Average Price Point
$340K
Years of Experience
7
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I pair my degree in Civil Engineering with my remodeling company and real estate career to help my clients buy and sell real estate in Mid Missouri. This unique combination of skillsets allows me to help my clients truly evaluate each home we work on. My experience has also allowed me to gain an extensive network of...
Ryan Lidholm's reviews
"Ryan sold our home fast. I've sold several homes and have never had a better real estate agent. He acted as project manager to make several updates to the house prior to listing and it sold in a week...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
82
Average Price Point
$330K
Years of Experience
7
Keller Williams Realty Cityside
Francenia is a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty Cityside. Here’s what we know about Francenia’s work: - Francenia recently sold one home for $110,000. - Francenia has sold homes in as little as 36 days. Francenia has completed 2 transactions in Mableton....
Home Transactions
81
Average Price Point
$240K
Years of Experience
6
Century 21 Advantage
Gayla is a real estate agent with Century 21 Advantage. Gayla is a single family home expert. We have data on 16 of Gayla’s transactions. Gayla prefers to work with both sellers and buyers. Here’s a little about Gayla’s real estate experience: - Gayla recently sold one home for $312,739. - Gayla’s fastest selli...
Home Transactions
52
Average Price Point
$240K
Years of Experience
5
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House of Brokers Realty, Inc.
I have had several successful careers in banking and in management. My husband and I own a Rental Property which has allowed me to learn through experience about the real estate business. The best part about being a licensed real estate professional is getting to work with clients one on one and participate in the...
Home Transactions
51
Average Price Point
$260K
Years of Experience
7
Columbia Real Estate
Erin is a real estate agent with Columbia Real Estate. Erin has sold 0.61x the number of single family homes as the average agent in the area. We have data on 35 of Erin’s transactions. Erin prefers to work with both sellers and buyers. Here’s what we know about Erin’s work: - Erin has sold homes for as much as...
Home Transactions
49
Average Price Point
$450K
Years of Experience
7
Iron Gate Real Estate
Morgan is a Columbia Mo native but he has not lived here his whole life. For 18 years he was a professional artist and dancer with a ballet company, a tap dance company and most recently, an international touring company. Exploring the world, traveling and performing has expanded his understanding of people and proc...
Home Transactions
44
Average Price Point
$240K
Years of Experience
7
Weichert, Realtors - First Tier
Jesse works under Weichert, Realtors - First Tier. Jesse is a single family home expert. Here’s what we know about Jesse’s work: - Jesse recently sold one home for $259,000. - Jesse has sold homes in as little as 28 days. - Jesse is a top dollar real estate agent. Jesse has completed 5 transactions in Columb...
Home Transactions
42
Average Price Point
$250K
Years of Experience
5
How do we select our top 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 Columbia's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
234
Vetted
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Top Picks
29
Top Columbia, MO real estate agent stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.4x faster and for 185.9% more money.
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Based on the available transaction data for homes bought and sold in Columbia, top agents are frequently doing deals in Vanderveen Crossing, Parkade and Thornbrook.
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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 Columbia?
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 Columbia?
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 Columbia, MO.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Columbia?
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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Columbia work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Columbia real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Columbia to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Columbia 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.