Top Real Estate Agents in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Why you need a top real estate agent in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale, FL’s Los Angeles style beaches, Venetian style canals, and sunshine make it a popular market for buyers and sellers. Fort Lauderdale’s top real estate agents sell 1.5x faster and save buyers over 10% more than average agents. Out of 11,135 Fort Lauderdale real estate agents, HomeLight knows your perfect match.

"HomeLight provided a very prompt reply, that provided us with three agents who fit the criteria we were looking for in selling our home... The value in HomeLight providing the vetting was incalculable. We are very happy with the service provided by HomeLight."

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Fort Lauderdale’s top REALTORS® and Real Estate Agents

Top Agents List updated on December 5th, 2023
Jeff Tricoli snapshot

Keller Williams Realty

Specializing in marketing and negotiating in the sale of homes with sellers and buyers in South Florida. With over helping over 330 clients buy or sell real estate in 2020 and almost 400 in 2021, we have the experience and skills to get homes sold for the most amount of money with the least amount of hassles. Born...

Jeff Tricoli's reviews

"We were in a situation where we needed to sell our house quickly due to a job transfer. Jeff's Team understood our sense of urgency and we had 27 showings during the first two weeks. We sold our home before other homes that went on the market before ours. We sold the home in 19 days and the closing went smoothl..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

1,450

Average Price Point

$590K

Years of Experience

19

Sandra Rathe snapshot

Keller Williams Legacy

Sandra and her team have been top agents in South Florida for the past 14 years, outselling thousands of other agents with their determination, customer service, and top-notch skills. Selling over $108 million in real estate in 2022 alone and over $583 Million since 2009 gives the team the knowledge and experience n...

Sandra Rathe's reviews

"Sandra and her team were true professionals. They exceeded my expectations in marketing and got me full price for my home which was well above market value. I closed much higher than expected and we were under contract in less than a week! ..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

758

Average Price Point

$550K

Years of Experience

14

Mark Rucco snapshot

The Rucco Group

The Rucco Group is led by Mark Rucco, a top negotiator with thousands of homes sold in Palm Beach County. The Rucco Group has a proven track record for selling homes faster for a higher list price. On average, our listings are on the market for 14 days. While the average for our area is 36 days. We achieve a 99% ...

Home Transactions

370

Average Price Point

$470K

Years of Experience

23

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Teresa Santana, team leader of THE SANTANA GROUP has been in the business since 2003. She is licensed as a Real Estate Broker Associate, a prestigious license in the Real Estate industry, with the powerhouse company called COMPASS,FL. As a Broker and Team leader of six Realtors, she's ranked #1 agent in unit sold ...

Teresa Santana's reviews

"Amazing, She is so professional, gives you all the information needed to take the best decision, responsive with a great knowledge...." see more reviews

Home Transactions

348

Average Price Point

$670K

Years of Experience

20

Claudia & Justin snapshot

Willard Realty Team Corp

The Willard Realty Team: A husband and wife team, combining 39 years of real estate experience, catering to the Floridian Lifestyle in the South Florida Community. As full-time dedicated real estate professionals, Justin and Claudia, understand the intricacies of the real estate market and are well suited to achie...

Claudia & Justin's reviews

"Justin helped us relocate from Pembroke Pines to Jupiter. He got us the best price we could ask for when we sold, and helped negotiate the price down on our purchase. We couldn't be happier with the way he marketed our home and walked us through the entire process on both ends of relocating. ..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

248

Average Price Point

$550K

Years of Experience

20

Aaron Novello went into the Real Estate business in 2006 right after graduating from the University of Florida. Since he started, he has personally helped more than 1,800 people buy and sell a home. Aaron and his team, The Novello Group, have been able to help so many people accomplish their goals and objectives be...

Aaron Novello's reviews

"Extremely satisfied, he is very knowledgeable, and very confident Would highly recommend him to others. ..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

244

Average Price Point

$260K

Years of Experience

18

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JOHN SCALIA snapshot

EXP Realty LLC

For some REALTORS® real estate sales is just a job, but for me it is a passion. I enjoy being a part of people’s lives and helping them with the difficult transition that a move can bring. I am dedicated to doing this job in a way that will lead to the very best outcome for my clients. I have a long list of referral...

Home Transactions

238

Average Price Point

$380K

Years of Experience

21

Desare Kohn-laski snapshot

Skye Louis Realty

Desare obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration Majoring in Accounting at Stetson University in December of 2001. In 2006, she began her career as a Realtor & then went on to become a Real Estate Broker with the establishment of her own company – Skye Louis Realty. Desare's small women owned business ...

Desare Kohn-laski's reviews

"Amazing experience, highly recommend!..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

220

Average Price Point

$410K

Years of Experience

17

Teri Arbogast, PA snapshot

Keller Williams Realty SW

Specialties: Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Luxury Sales and Relocation. My business is large enough for worldwide Internet marketing, exquisite photography and local mailings but it's not so big that I lose the personal touch. When you call me, it's me you talk to. After all, this is not just about real estate.....

Teri Arbogast, PA's reviews

"Teri and her team are fantastic! Not only did she sell our home in a day, but she supported our home search and was always available and proactive in sending listings our way. Her entire team is amazing to work with, you will not find a more professional and knowledgeable realtor in this area! ..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

202

Average Price Point

$520K

Years of Experience

23

Nicole Miller snapshot

Realty 100, LLC

Buying and selling a home can be a very emotional time for many. With the many facets that are entailed, I feel strongly that it is extremely important to put your trust in an agent that has the experience and knowledge to carry out a successful sale and keep your best interests at the forefront every step of the w...

Home Transactions

190

Average Price Point

$310K

Years of Experience

8

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Fort Lauderdale Top Real Estate Agents

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 Fort Lauderdale's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
11,135
Vetted
1,337
Top Picks
30

Top Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 1.5x faster and for 241.5% more money.

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Days on Market

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Homes Sold / Year

Explore the top neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale

Based on the available transaction data for homes bought and sold in Fort Lauderdale, top agents are frequently doing deals in Victoria Park, Colee Hammock and Sailboat Bend.

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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 Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale, FL.

When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Fort Lauderdale work for 6% of the home price.

Why should I use HomeLight to find a Fort Lauderdale real estate agent?

HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Fort Lauderdale to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Fort Lauderdale 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.