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Find the top real estate agents in Needham, MA
We analyzed 2,206 Needham 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
2,206agents analyzed
Every licensed Needham 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.
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Why it matters who you pick
Top Needham agents sell faster and for more — here’s the gap.
Data pulled from Needham 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 Needham
Average Needham agent
Top performers…
Sale-to-list ratio
104%
99%
+5 pts higher
Days on market
62
101
39 days faster
Homes sold per year
437
105
4× more deals
Based on Needham listings analyzed over the last 12 months.
Top Real Estate Agents & Realtors® in Needham, MA
- Gilmore MurphyGilmore Murphy Realty LLC
- Paul PaysonPayson Realty
- Jill FinkelsteinPrudential Advantage Real Estate
- Ilene SolomonColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.
- Paul Campano
- Charles McmillanHammond Residential Real Estate
- Joan Barrett
- Marie ShapiroKey Advantage Realty
- Daryl CohanColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham
- Regina IrvingColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Duxbury
- Barbara SheaShea Realty Group
- Gina RommWilliam Raveis Real Estate
- Allison BlankCompass
- Amy GworekWilliam Raveis Real Estate
- Eileen Strong-oboyHammond Residential Real Estate
- Paula CallananRe/max Home Team
- Melissa DaileyColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage
- Deborah PiazzaColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Sharon
- David ShapiroKeller Williams Realty
- Barrie WheelerColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline
- Lisa WilliamsColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wayland
- Steven CohenKeller Williams Realty International - Boston
- Mary Ellen McdonoughDonahue Real Estate Company
- Nancy MooreGibson Sothebys International Realty
- Robert ChestnutKeller Williams Realty
- Christine NorcrossWilliam Raveis Real Estate
- Chris HillKeller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
How Agent Match works
Meet three top Needham 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.
1
Tell us about your home
Two minutes, five questions. Address, timeline, price tier. We auto-fill what we can from public records.
2
We match you to 2–3 agents
We shortlist the top agents in your specific neighborhood and price tier — not the whole city list.
3
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.”
“I'd already met two agents on my own. HomeLight's match was better than both. Smooth from handoff through closing.”
Needham FAQ
Questions Needham sellers actually ask.
Answered with live Needham data. Updated monthly when the MLS refreshes.
The Needham 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 Needham hovers around 2.5%. 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 Needham since 2014, August historically produces the highest sale prices, while October 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 Needham 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 Needham 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, Needham data points to August as the historically strongest month for sale prices; for the fastest sale, October 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 Needham agent on recent transaction volume, sale-to-list ratio, days on market, client review quality, and neighborhood specialization. Only the top few percent of Needham 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 Needham 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 2,206 agents in Needham, we find the 2–3 best to sell your home.
Most agent directories are paid listings. HomeLight is different — our algorithm ranks every licensed Needham 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.
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