If you’re buying or selling a home, choosing the right real estate agent can make a big difference in your experience and outcome. Top real estate agents in Alabama close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.
We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 13,407 real estate agents in Alabama to identify the best of the best. These are the current top-rated agents across the state based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.
- Identify agents with solid experience in your price range, neighborhood, and property type
- Prioritize agents with high customer review counts and strong ratings
- Look at active or recently sold listings to assess marketing quality and performance
- Interview 2–3 agents minimum (actually meet or speak with them)
- Gauge communication, honesty, and expertise during the interview process
- Verify included services and specifics about terms and pricing before signing anything
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Our team spends hundreds of hours each month analyzing real estate agents across the country so you don’t have to. We focus on the most important data for typical buyers and sellers in Alabama — people looking for a knowledgeable, well-rounded agent who can deliver strong results.
To identify the best agents for most people, we apply a consistent set of filters to narrow the field to agents with relevant experience, strong performance in the local market, and a balanced track record. We then sort those agents based on key metrics like sales volume, speed, pricing accuracy, and client mix.
We regularly update our rankings as new data becomes available and continue refining our approach to surface the most useful recommendations. See our full methodology.
Top 10 real estate agents in Alabama by total recent sales (October 2025 rankings)
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Scott Dudley
Vc Realty LLCHuntsville, ALTotal sales*302Price range*$195K - $462.3MTypical price*$369,850HighlightsAbout -
Steve Parker
Keller Williams Realty HooverBirmingham, ALTotal sales*219Price range*$35K - $1.3MTypical price*$200,000HighlightsAbout -
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The Dusty Cole Team
RE/MAX on the CoastDaphne, ALTotal sales*211Price range*$43K - $3.9MTypical price*$396,500HighlightsAbout -
Dustin Ledbetter
DL RealtyMontgomery, ALTotal sales*200Price range*$65K - $790KTypical price*$282,500HighlightsAbout -
Benjamin Waye
Matt Curtis Real Estate, Inc.Huntsville, ALTotal sales*156Price range*$153K - $1.3MTypical price*$365,000HighlightsAbout -
Jerry Sager
Keller Williams Realty HooverBirmingham, ALTotal sales*150Price range*$127K - $1.2MTypical price*$424,900HighlightsAbout -
Wesley H Sutton
Corporate South Realty,IncGadsden, ALTotal sales*135Price range*$41K - $1.8MTypical price*$300,000HighlightsAbout -
Kelsey Zwack Pizzato
Keller Williams HorizonHuntsville, ALTotal sales*132Price range*$99K - $1.3MTypical price*$371,978HighlightsAbout -
Samantha Michelle Walker
Capstone Realty LLC HuntsvilleHuntsville, ALTotal sales*131Price range*$110K - $1MTypical price*$330,370HighlightsAbout -
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Keara Hunter Team
Keller Williams AGC Realty-DaDaphne, ALTotal sales*130Price range*$150K - $1.1MTypical price*$385,008HighlightsAbout
Top Alabama real estate agents near you
Top real estate agents in Birmingham, AL
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Steve Parker
Keller Williams Realty Hoover217 local sales -
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Kellie Drozdowicz
Keller Williams Homewood82 local sales -
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Dana Belcher
RE/MAX on Main90 local sales -
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Jerry Sager
Keller Williams Realty Hoover146 local sales -
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Andrea Rouse
RE/MAX on Main88 local sales -
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Jeremy Miller
Local Realty109 local sales -
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Jonathan Hyatt
Keller Williams42 local sales -
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Amanda Dabbs
RealtySouth-Homewood188 local sales - See all real estate agents in Birmingham, AL »
Top real estate agents in Huntsville, AL
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Benjamin Waye
Matt Curtis Real Estate, Inc.148 local sales -
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Kelsey Zwack Pizzato
Keller Williams Horizon132 local sales -
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Samantha Michelle Walker
Capstone Realty LLC Huntsville123 local sales -
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Cleo Smith
Capstone Realty106 local sales -
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Terri L Burkholder
Flo Burkholder Realty, Inc.89 local sales -
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Abel Genao
Dhi Realty195 local sales -
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John Wesley Brooks
Capstone Realty LLC Huntsville98 local sales -
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Jeff York
Redstone Realty Solutions-Hsv23 local sales - See all real estate agents in Huntsville, AL »
Top real estate agents in Mobile, AL
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Jeff Jones
Keller Williams Mobile110 local sales -
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Kevin Loper
Roberts Brothers West93 local sales -
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Devin H Scott
Roberts Brothers, Inc97 local sales -
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Stacy Cole
Realty Executives Bay Group72 local sales -
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Lisa Granger
Real Broker, LLC83 local sales -
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Diana Ezell
Southern Style Realty Inc39 local sales -
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Kelly Cummings
eXp The Cummings Company LLC129 local sales -
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Melanie Bunting
1702 Real Estate81 local sales - See all real estate agents in Mobile, AL »
Top real estate agents in Montgomery, AL
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Dustin Ledbetter
DL Realty190 local sales -
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Steven Dillard
RE/MAX Properties LLC56 local sales -
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Hayden M Hudson
Legacy Homes Realty Inc119 local sales -
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Amee Carr
RE/MAX Cornerstone Plus138 local sales -
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April Crawford
Real Broker, LLC.74 local sales -
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Stephanie Schulte
eXp Realty, LLC. - Southern Br47 local sales -
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Terra Jorgensen
KW Montgomery89 local sales -
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Michael Atkins
Harris And Atkins Real Estate101 local sales - See all real estate agents in Montgomery, AL »
Top real estate agents in Tuscaloosa, AL
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Mike Mcmullen
Mike Mcmullen And Associates @ KW Vestavia21 local sales -
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Rashon Radford
DHI Realty of Alabama18 local sales -
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Richard Smith
Alpha Smith Realty Group LLC19 local sales -
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Alice Maxwell
Keller Williams Tuscaloosa30 local sales -
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Nadia Wallace
Keller Williams Realty Hoover15 local sales -
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Charlene Lockhart
RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd8 local sales -
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Jessica Leopard Johnson
Pritchett Moore Real Estate17 local sales -
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Jason Patton
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia10 local sales - See all real estate agents in Tuscaloosa, AL »
What to know about top real estate agents in Alabama
Top Alabama real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Alabama.
General
- High transaction volume: Does more than 6 sales per year (local median)
- Well established: At least 3–5+ years of experience in the local market
- Good reputation: High total review count and average ratings
Sellers
- Pricing expertise: Few-to-no price drops
- High sale-to-list ratios: Typically sells near or above list price (median sale-to-list in Alabama is 99%)
- Strong marketing strategy: Beautiful photos, compelling listing descriptions, maximum visibility
- Faster-than-average sales: Gets homes under contract quickly (median sale timeline in Alabama is 65 days)
Buyers
- Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Alabama often save 5-10% off list price
- Local expertise: Know neighborhoods, schools, amenities, regulations
- Responsive and accessible: Reviews consistently call out these specific traits
Most likely, yes. The vast majority of home sellers in Alabama will get the best outcome and most money selling with a top local real estate agent. That said, it really depends on your goals.
Consider listing with a Alabama realtor if:
- You're aiming for top dollar or need help navigating pricing and offers
- You want someone to handle the full process—marketing, showings, negotiation, paperwork
- Your property is typical for the area and priced at or above $200,000
Consider alternatives if:
- You want a faster sale and are open to a cash offer from a cash home buyer or iBuyer
- You’re cost-conscious and want to save on commission with a discount real estate broker
- You want to avoid realtor commission altogether and are comfortable trying FSBO (for sale by owner), knowing that FSBO sales usually net less and require a lot of work.
In Alabama, the average real estate commission is about 5.93%, while the national average is (5.57%).
- Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (3.01% and 2.92%, respectively).
- Rates are negotiable and may be lower for higher-priced homes or repeat clients.
- Following the NAR settlement, buyers may need to negotiate their agent's fee directly.
Sell with a top agent and save
With Clever, sellers can list with a top local agent for just 1.5% (or $3,000 flat) — up to 50% less than the typical rate in Alabama.
If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Alabama alternatives:
- Get fast, no-obligation offers from investors, iBuyers, and bridge loan providers.
- Ideal for distressed homes, tight timelines, or sellers prioritizing speed over top price.
- Offer lower commissions (often 1–2%) while still providing MLS access and support.
- Good option if you want to save but still prefer professional help.
- Pay a one-time fee to list your home on the MLS.
- You'll handle pricing, showings, and negotiation yourself — best for experienced sellers.
- No agent involvement, no commission—but you’ll do everything yourself.
- FSBO homes typically sell for less, so weigh potential savings vs. final sale price.
Pro tip: Even if you go non-traditional, consider services like Clever or local offer platforms — they help you compare your options and connect with agents or investors offering discounts, fast offers, or both.
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How we research and evaluate top real estate agents in Alabama
Data sources
Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 16,860,100 data points for 13,407 real estate agents across Alabama.
We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but no dataset is perfect. Some activity may not be captured if information isn’t available or accurate from our sources. We update and refine our data regularly to improve coverage and reliability.
Methodology
There’s no single “best” real estate agent — the right fit depends on your goals and situation. Our approach is designed to highlight agents with strong, well-rounded performance in Alabama and make it easier to compare your options.
We look at factors that matter most to typical buyers and sellers, such as:
- Transaction volume and recent activity
- Balance of buyer- and seller-side representation
- Pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes
- Speed of sales relative to the local market
- Years of experience and proven track record
- Specialized expertise with certain property types or client needs
We use these key indicators to surface agents who are likely to be a good fit for most people, while giving you the data you need to decide which qualities matter most for your own situation.
Ongoing updates
Rankings are updated regularly as new data becomes available. Our goal is to provide a clear, objective view of agent performance to help you make an informed choice when hiring a real estate professional.
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