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 Mississippi close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.
We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 1,931 real estate agents in Mississippi to identify the best of the best. These are the top selling realtors 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 Mississippi — 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.
10 best real estate agents in Mississippi by total recent sales (April 2026 rankings)
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Susan Siemiontkowski
D R HortonGulfport, MSRecent sales*300Price range*$217K - $531KTypical price*$303,045HighlightsAbout -
Brad M Burleson
UList RealtyJackson, MSRecent sales*239Price range*$60K - $1.4MTypical price*$319,999HighlightsAbout -
Marenda Harper
Harper Realty, LLC.Gulfport, MSRecent sales*166Price range*$25K - $615KTypical price*$275,000HighlightsAbout -
Damaris Royalty
Keller WilliamsGulfport, MSRecent sales*108Price range*$103K - $649KTypical price*$269,450HighlightsAbout -
Crystal C Boggs
NextHome HomeFrontGulfport, MSRecent sales*105Price range*$99K - $785KTypical price*$288,000HighlightsAbout -
Jonathan D Griffin
Keller WilliamsGulfport, MSRecent sales*99Price range*$40K - $738KTypical price*$275,000HighlightsAbout -
Christie A Watson
Weichert Rltrs-Gulf PropertiesGulfport, MSRecent sales*94Price range*$100K - $940KTypical price*$278,500HighlightsAbout -
Carson Dobbs
Southern Homes Real EstateJackson, MSRecent sales*89Price range*$165K - $805KTypical price*$315,000HighlightsAbout -
Melanie Gibson
Keller WilliamsJackson, MSRecent sales*87Price range*$22K - $668KTypical price*$242,000HighlightsAbout -
Drew Jackson
Havard Real Estate Group, LLCJackson, MSRecent sales*84Price range*$25K - $673KTypical price*$269,500HighlightsAbout
Top Mississippi real estate agents near you
Top real estate agents in Jackson, MS
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Brad M Burleson
UList Realty239 local sales -
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Drew Jackson
Havard Real Estate Group, LLC84 local sales -
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Carson Dobbs
Southern Homes Real Estate89 local sales -
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Melanie Gibson
Keller Williams87 local sales -
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Bethany Culley
Keller Williams76 local sales -
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Steve O Houck
Real Estate Partners48 local sales -
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Jake Clarke
NuWay Realty MS78 local sales -
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TWade Realty LLC52 local sales - See all real estate agents in Jackson, MS »
Top real estate agents in Gulfport, MS
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Marenda Harper
Harper Realty, LLC.166 local sales -
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Susan Siemiontkowski
D R Horton300 local sales -
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Damaris Royalty
Keller Williams105 local sales -
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Jonathan D Griffin
Keller Williams99 local sales -
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Anchor Pointe Realty, LLC.48 local sales -
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Crystal C Boggs
NextHome HomeFront105 local sales -
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David M Becher
Keller Williams55 local sales -
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Christie A Watson
Weichert Rltrs-Gulf Properties94 local sales - See all real estate agents in Gulfport, MS »
Top real estate agents in Hattiesburg, MS
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Charles M Dawe
Keller Williams26 local sales -
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Bruna Bezerra
B & Co. Realty10 local sales -
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Real Broker, LLC9 local sales -
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Kimberly Hatten
Epique Realty7 local sales -
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Sharmon J Wichman
Mason & Magnolia Real Estate6 local sales -
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Lindsay A Palmer
B & Co. Realty5 local sales -
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Julie C Robertson
Sigma Rlty dba RE/MAX RE Partners6 local sales - See all real estate agents in Hattiesburg, MS »
What to know about top real estate agents in Mississippi
Top Mississippi real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Mississippi.
General
- High transaction volume: Does more than 14 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 Mississippi is 98%)
- Strong marketing strategy: Beautiful photos, compelling listing descriptions, maximum visibility
- Faster-than-average sales: Gets homes under contract quickly (median sale timeline in Mississippi is 85 days)
Buyers
- Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Mississippi 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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi, the average real estate commission is about 5.66%, while the national average is (5.7%).
- Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.82% and 2.84%, 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 Mississippi.
The right questions can help you quickly tell whether an agent is the real deal. Steve Houck, a Central Mississippi real estate agent, recommends digging into their approach: "[Ask:] Are you a full-time agent? How many homes have you sold in the area in the past year? Do you have a strong internet presence?" Strong answers to these questions are a reliable signal that an agent takes their work seriously.
If you’re both selling a home and purchasing a new one, using the same agent can simplify the process. But you’ll need to find an agent with a successful track record as both a listing agent and a buyer’s agent. While some real estate agents do both, some of the best real estate professionals specialize in either representing buyers or listing properties
If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Mississippi 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.
Mississippi is currently a buyer's market, due to fewer active homebuyers and more homes available for sale.
- The market has an average of 6.3 months of supply, meaning it would take about that long for all available homes to sell if no new listings were added. There were 7,524 homes for sale in MS in the last month. Sellers added 510 new listings, and 267 home sales closed in that time.
- On average, properties spend 85 days on the market, and it takes 50 days for a home to go under contract.
Homes in Mississippi are selling for less on average compared to the previous month. Fewer sellers reduced their listing price this month compared to last month.
- 414 homes dropped in price this month. That's around 6% of all homes on the market, compared to the 5.53% of listings that lowered prices the month before.
- The median home in Mississippi ultimately sells for $270,000 – 1.14% less than its original list price.
In February 2026, we asked Steve Houck, a Central Mississippi real estate agent, for their thoughts on the local real estate market. They said, "2024 was terrible, 2025 was much better, [and I'm] expecting a very strong 2026." If that momentum continues, buyers may want to act sooner rather than later — and sellers could see stronger demand and more competitive offers in the year ahead.
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How we research and evaluate top realtors in Mississippi
Data sources
Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 3,874,500 data points for 1,931 real estate agents across Mississippi.
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 and make it easier to compare real estate agents in Mississippi.
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.