Find the perfect Seattle real estate agent
We analyze millions of home sales to find the best performing real estate agents.
We analyze millions of home sales to find the best performing real estate agents.
Demand for housing in Seattle, WA continues to surge as inventory lags behind the city’s rapid population growth. That means you need HomeLight’s help to find a top Seattle real estate agent. Seattle’s top 3% of real estate agents get homes off the market 1.5x faster than the average agent. The top agents save buyers $50,647 more and sellers 7.6% more than the average agents.
I contacted HomeLight for agent recommendations since we had only purchased a house one time more than 30 years ago and have never sold one before...We sold quickly and for a higher price than I expected.
Jill G
A Seattle home is on the market for about 70 days with an average Seattle real estate agent. An agent in the top 3% can sell your home in 34 days: that’s 1.5x faster than average! Top agents help buyers save as much as 8.0%, which is $50,647 more than average agents. Top agents help sellers make 7.6% more, which is $47,845 towards the coffee house you always wanted to open.
By using a top Seattle real estate agent, a seller can make 108.0% of the list price on average. Average agents sell for 100.4% of the list price, which breaks out to a $50,525 difference when compared to top real estate agents.
Sale price / List price (%)
Days on market
Lower is better
Homes sold / yr
Average real estate agents in Seattle save buyers 95.3%, while top agents save buyers 87.3% on the list price. In dollars? That breaks down to $80,480 saved with a top Seattle real estate agent.
Condos sold / yr
Homes purchased / yr
Sale price / list price (%)
Lower is better
John L. Scott - KMS Kent
Seattle Listings Sold
8
Single Family Home Transactions
330
Condo Transactions
30
Windermere R E/lake Tapps, Inc
Seattle Listings Sold
10
Single Family Home Transactions
290
Condo Transactions
24
Re/Max Northwest
Seattle Listings Sold
59
Average Over Asking
$44k
Average Days on Market
41
Windermere Real Estate/Capitol Hill, Inc
Seattle Listings Sold
83
Average Days on Market
49
Average Over Asking
$15k
The Home Experience Group Powered by KW Everett
Average Over Asking
$9.2k
Condo Transactions
50
Single Family Home Transactions
190
Your Seattle Home Team
Seattle Listings Sold
67
Condo Transactions
95
Single Family Home Transactions
120
Keller Williams Greater Seattle
Seattle Listings Sold
91
Average Days on Market
60
Average Over Asking
$3.5k
Windermere Re/greenwood
Seattle Listings Sold
8
Average Days on Market
67
Single Family Home Transactions
140
Reside. Real Estate Group
Seattle Listings Sold
55
Condo Transactions
40
Single Family Home Transactions
160
| Active Agents | 108 |
| Time on Market | 113 |
| Avg. Sale Price | $509,181 |
Often described as the center of Seattle’s nightlife, Pioneer Square is home to many young professionals. Pioneer Square’s popularity is popping up new developments and apartments throughout the neighborhood. If you’re interested in purchasing a home in Pioneer Square, remember that most of your neighbors will be renters, because of the area’s young demographic.
| Active Agents | 1,174 |
| Time on Market | 85 |
| Avg. Sale Price | $417,953 |
Columbia City is considered one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the United States. If you’re interested in testing out international cuisines, you’ll find pretty much anything ranging from Ethiopian to Mediterranean. Columbia City is slightly pricier than the also diverse International District, but both neighborhoods have a lower median home price than Seattle’s average.
| Active Agents | 232 |
| Time on Market | 72 |
| Avg. Sale Price | $479,447 |
Georgetown ranks as one of the most affordable neighborhoods in the city. Former warehouses have been transformed into trendy lofts, which give the neighborhood its artistic and industrial-chic vibe. Georgetown is slightly less pedestrian-friendly than Seattle overall, but the cost of living and median home price are typically lower than the city’s average.
I would recommend HomeLight to anyone needing to find a realtor as they allowed me to see many different realtors and what they offered. Without Homelight I don't know if I would have found a great realtor group as easily.
Amy G
As first time buyers and new to the state, we needed to find a good agent and couldn’t rely on our own networks. We found HomeLight and they provided an excellent experience throughout the process.
Erik V
We were very pleased with your referral. The agent and her team were excellent...[they] worked tirelessly to sell our home. HomeLight was the key! This does not happen often in life and I am pleased with how this transaction proceeded and concluded.
Francine T
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Seattle?
It's going to depend on the temperature of the Seattle housing market but we generally 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.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Seattle?
On average, the top performing 5% of seller's agents generally command a higher selling price (+9%) than the average real estate agent. The top performing 5% of buyer's agents generally save their clients 2.5% more than the average real estate agent at closing. So, whether you're buying or selling your house, your odds of making more money on the transaction are higher if you work with a top performing agent. We encourage you to explore all of your options if you're selling a house in Seattle, WA.
Why do I need to hire a licensed real estate agent in Seattle?
Always ensure you’re working with a trained, accredited real estate professional. That's the best way to protect you and your property. Every listing agent should be prepared to deliver proof of their license to sell in your area.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Seattle?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Seattle work for 6% of the home price.
How do I find a real estate agent that specializes in a specific Seattle neighborhood?
Looking to buy or sell a home in a specific Seattle neighborhood? We've got you covered. Either explore top real estate agents in Seattle neighborhoods or give one of our trained agent concierges a call at (888) 998-1909
What are the most important questions to ask when interviewing Seattle neighborhood?
We've put together a list of 24 questions to ask your real estate agent. Make sure to ask them of your Seattle real estate agent during interviews.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Seattle real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agents in Seattle to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Seattle real estate agents and will only introduce you to the top performing agents.
Do these Seattle real estate agents work for HomeLight?
No. All of the real estate agents you see on HomeLight.com are unaffiliated with us. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. That's how we keep our recommendations objective.
What factors does HomeLight consider when evaluating real estate agents in Seattle?
We compare real estate agents on a variety of data points in their transaction history. While we can't give away our exact algorithm, we can tell you that 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.
