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Find the top real estate agents in Salem, OH
We analyzed 476 Salem 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
476agents analyzed
Every licensed Salem 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 Salem agents sell faster and for more — here’s the gap.
Data pulled from Salem 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 Salem
Average Salem agent
Top performers…
Sale-to-list ratio
101.3%
93.3%
+8.0 pts higher
Days on market
47
101
54 days faster
Homes sold per year
557
74
7.5× more deals
Based on Salem listings analyzed over the last 12 months.
Top Real Estate Agents & Realtors® in Salem, OH
- Samantha AldishKeller Williams Chervenic Realty
- Joan MadejCENTURY 21 Lakeside Realty
- Renee MarshburnBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Michael DavisTeam Realty 1st
- D'mitri FontesKeller Williams Chervenic Rlty
- Marcia GreeningCentury 21 Lakeside Realty
- Nikki HatfieldKlacik Real Estate
- Kimberly KoonsKeller Williams Legacy Group Realty
- Dina ZidianCENTURY 21 Lakeside Realty
- Linda KiralyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Ginny RudolphiRE/MAX Valley Real Estate
- Jennifer HendersonHoward Hanna
- Ken BaerBaer Auctioneers Realty LLC
- Jessica ObertHoward Hanna
- Lesli BowlinBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Beth Ann CastnerHofmeister Realty
- Kathy HendricksBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Nancy HinchliffeBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Linda CourtneyTowne & Suburban Realty
- Susan KilmerTowne & Suburban Realty
- Adrianna SanchezKeller Williams Chervenic Rlty
- Marcia HazelMarcia M. Hazel Realty
- Karen CoffeeBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Kathy LudtCentury 21 Lakeside Realty
- David ZamarelliWilliam Zamarelli, Inc.
- Shane KreeferBill Montgomery Real Estate
- Cheryl DoolanCutler Real Estate
- Nerissa MarisBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Brian BlevinsHoward Hanna
- Janet DunlapTri-Ohio Realty
- Justin CarrollKeller Williams Legacy Group
- Stacey JewellRE/MAX Edge Realty
- Katherine OeschKeller Williams Chervenic Rlty
- Barbara StampBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwood Realty Services
- Jean CusickCENTURY 21 Lakeside Realty
- Raymond GriggyEXP Realty, LLC.
- Kathy MurphyCutler Real Estate
- Joseph PavlickRE/MAX Valley Real Estate
- Celeste KastenReal Living Brokers Rlty Group
- Cindy LautzenheiserHoward Hanna Real Estate
How Agent Match works
Meet three top Salem 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.”
Salem FAQ
Questions Salem sellers actually ask.
Answered with live Salem data. Updated monthly when the MLS refreshes.
The Salem 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. 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 Salem since 2014, August historically produces the highest sale prices, while September 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 Salem 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 Salem 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, Salem data points to August as the historically strongest month for sale prices; for the fastest sale, September 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 Salem agent on recent transaction volume, sale-to-list ratio, days on market, client review quality, and neighborhood specialization. Only the top few percent of Salem 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 Salem 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 476 agents in Salem, we find the 2–3 best to sell your home.
Most agent directories are paid listings. HomeLight is different — our algorithm ranks every licensed Salem 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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