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Find the top real estate agents in Gainesville, VA

We analyzed 4,156 Gainesville agents on closed volume, sale-to-list ratio, and review quality. Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll match you with the best agent, suited for your exact needs.

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How this works
4,156agents analyzed
Every licensed Gainesville agent — not a paid directory.
45M+transactions analyzed nationwide
Our algorithm scores every agent across dozens of variables — volume, sale-to-list, days on market, and more.
200,000+customer testimonials nationwide
Real feedback from real home sellers and buyers, cross-referenced with closed transactions.
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No markup on commission. Agents pay us only if you close.
MLS, public records, HomeLight database

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Why it matters who you pick

Top Gainesville agents sell faster and for more — here’s the gap.

Data pulled from Gainesville listings closed in the last 12 months. The top 3% of agents consistently outperform the rest of the market on every seller metric.

Metric (last 12 months)
Top 3% of Gainesville
Average Gainesville agent
Top performers…
Sale-to-list ratio
101.6%
98.5%
+3.0 pts higher
Days on market
45
71
26 days faster
Homes sold per year
522
97
5.4× more deals

Based on Gainesville listings analyzed over the last 12 months.

Top Real Estate Agents & Realtors® in Gainesville, VA

  1. Jason CheperdakShepherd Homes Group5.0/5 (7 reviews)
  2. Jennifer Caison5.0/5 (5 reviews)
  3. Jon LaheyEXP Realty5.0/5 (5 reviews)
  4. Chelle Gassan5.0/5 (3 reviews)
  5. Bryan Garcia5.0/5 (2 reviews)
  6. Karyl AllenPearson Smith Realty5.0/5 (2 reviews)
  7. Patrice Muya5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  8. Keven Vorce5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  9. Tiffany Smith5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  10. Michael Howard5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  11. Jeremy Browne5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  12. Jimmy Mulhern Jr.5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  13. Chris Howell5.0/5 (1 reviews)
  14. Dolgor Ploetz3.0/5 (2 reviews)
  15. Donny SamsonSamson Realty Llc1.0/5 (2 reviews)
  16. Janet Amendola1.0/5 (1 reviews)
  17. Steve Dunleavey1.0/5 (1 reviews)
  18. Silvia Reyes1.0/5 (1 reviews)
  19. Phil Chernitzer
  20. Richard Wang
  21. Annette Bartholomew
  22. Nancy Grasman
  23. Donna Carpenter
  24. Keith Van Cleave
  25. Dave Bryan
  26. Joe Bernardo
  27. Ruby Hira
  28. Meredith Schmahl
  29. Jacque Balcells
  30. Lien Nguyen
  31. Melissa Vahdati
  32. Erica Deane
  33. Steve Spear
  34. Umar Khan
  35. Jackie Carter
  36. Max Mounkhaty
  37. John Irvin Jr.
  38. Arturo Barrera
  39. Carlos Pichardo
  40. Laurie Ericson

How Agent Match works

Meet three top Gainesville listing agents in under 48 hours

We’ve done the vetting. You pick the fit. The entire service is free — we’re paid by agents only if you close a transaction.

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Tell us about your home

Two minutes, five questions. Address, timeline, price tier. We auto-fill what we can from public records.

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We match you to 2–3 agents

We shortlist the top agents in your specific neighborhood and price tier — not the whole city list.

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You interview. Zero obligation.

Meet your matches, compare strategies, and pick the one who fits — or none at all. You're in control the whole way.

“HomeLight is a way to narrow the field and find the right agent for your house sale… Within 36 hours of listing, we had a contract.”

Frank L.

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“I'd already met two agents on my own. HomeLight's match was better than both. Smooth from handoff through closing.”

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Gainesville FAQ

Questions Gainesville sellers actually ask.

Answered with live Gainesville data. Updated monthly when the MLS refreshes.

The Gainesville market is competitive, with well-priced homes typically selling within days of listing at or above asking price. Inventory remains below historical averages, which continues to favor sellers. Median prices have appreciated year-over-year, driven by strong demand and limited supply.
The national average real estate commission is typically between 5% and 6% of the home's final sale price, while the average in Gainesville hovers around 2.8%. The exact rate is always negotiable. Post-2024 NAR settlement, buyer-side compensation is now separately negotiated between seller and buyer directly.
Based on HomeLight's data from sold homes in Gainesville since 2014, June historically produces the highest sale prices, while April sees homes sell fastest. That said, low inventory year-round means motivated buyers exist in every season, so listing when your home is ready often beats waiting for the "perfect" month.
Prioritize agents with recent Gainesville transaction history (25+ closings in the last 12 months), a strong sale-to-list ratio (102%+ is excellent), verifiable client reviews, and proven specialization in your neighborhood and price tier. Always interview 2–3 candidates before deciding.
Well-priced homes in desirable Gainesville neighborhoods often accept offers within a week. From list date to close-of-escrow, plan on 30–45 days total, including buyer financing contingencies and inspections.
If timing for peak price, Gainesville data points to June as the historically strongest month for sale prices; for the fastest sale, April sees the fewest days on market. That said, holding several months carries real risk — rate shifts or softening demand can reduce your net proceeds. In most cases, listing when your home is ready outperforms trying to time the market.
HomeLight's Agent Match is 100% free for home sellers and buyers, with no obligation to work with the agents we recommend. We collect a referral fee from the agent only if you close a transaction with them — the service costs you nothing extra.
We analyze 45M+ transactions nationwide and score every licensed Gainesville agent on recent transaction volume, sale-to-list ratio, days on market, client review quality, and neighborhood specialization. Only the top few percent of Gainesville agents make our featured list, and we re-score monthly as new data arrives.
Absolutely — and we encourage it. HomeLight matches you with 2–3 top-performing Gainesville agents tailored to your home's location, price tier, and timeline. There's no obligation to work with any of them, and our concierge team can help you prepare questions specific to your neighborhood.
We analyze your home's location, estimated price tier, and your stated timeline, then match you with 2–3 top agents. A HomeLight concierge follows up within minutes to review your matches and answer any questions. The whole process — from submit to first agent conversation — typically takes under an hour.

How we match agents

Out of 4,156 agents in Gainesville, we find the 2–3 best to sell your home.

Most agent directories are paid listings. HomeLight is different — our algorithm ranks every licensed Gainesville agent on objective transaction data.

45M+ transactions
We score every agent on every sale — recency, price band, and neighborhood — so your match reflects current performance, not old reputation.
Performance weighted
Sale-to-list ratio, days on market, and transaction volume — not star ratings or paid directory placement.
Client satisfaction
200,000+ verified reviews, cross-referenced against actual closed transactions to remove unverified feedback.
Hyperlocal fit
We match you with agents who have a proven track record in your specific neighborhood and price range — not just city-wide.

Agent rankings are updated regularly. Data sourced from MLS, public records, and HomeLight’s transaction database.

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