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Joseph Murtha

Top Agent

North Star Real Estate & Property Management

Watertown, NY

Recent sales

199

Price range

$30K - $539.9K

Typical price

$210,000

Active since

N/A

About Joseph Murtha - Watertown, NY real estate agent

Joseph Murtha is a top real estate agent in Watertown, NY with North Star Real Estate & Property Management. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 97 transactions over the past 12 months — 199 over the past two years. Joseph Murtha's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

Agent info

License info

Name
Joseph Murtha
License
10401340808 (NY)

Reviews for Joseph Murtha

North Star Real Estate • Watertown, NY

5.0 69 reviews on

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5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy and sell homes • 2026

We’ve bought and sold 2 homes with Joe. He’s undoubtedly the best agent in and around Fort Drum. If you are a soldier PCSing in or out of the area Joe is the only agent you need to call. He works harder than any real estate agent, often acting on your behalf if you are out of state. He goes above and beyond what a typical agent offers, is extremely responsive, and maintains a long list of trustworthy contractors if needed.

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Listed and sold a home • 2025

Working with Joseph Murtha was hands down one of the best decisions we made during our home sale process. Real estate transactions can become stressful quickly, especially when unexpected issues arise near closing, but Joe remained professional, composed, and responsive throughout the entire experience.What stood out most was his ability to stay calm under pressure while advocating for his clients. He communicated consistently, kept us informed, and handled difficult personalities and last-minute complications with far more patience than most people would have. Even when tensions escalated, Joe continued trying to move the deal forward professionally instead of feeding into the drama.Joe is knowledgeable about contracts, timelines, negotiations, and the realities of the market, but more importantly, he carries himself with integrity. He never overpromised, never disappeared when things got complicated, and never stopped working to protect our interests.One thing people should understand is that a realtor can only control so much in a transaction involving multiple parties, attorneys, inspectors, buyers, sellers, lenders, and emotions. What matters is how they respond under pressure, and Joe proved exactly why he has the reputation he does.If you want an agent who is responsive, hardworking, honest, and willing to go to bat for you when things get difficult, Joseph Murtha is the person you want in your corner.

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy and sell homes • 2025

If you’re looking for the best real estate agent in Watertown, NY, look no further than Joseph Murtha. My family and I have worked with Joseph on both buying and selling property in the Watertown area, and the experience both times was absolutely outstanding.When we were selling our home in Jefferson County, Joseph came prepared with a market analysis and priced our property perfectly. Our home sold quickly and well above what we expected. He handled every detail, from staging advice to negotiating with buyers, so we never felt overwhelmed.When it came time to buy our next property in the Watertown, NY area, Joseph’s local knowledge was truly invaluable. He knows this North Country market inside and out. He found us the perfect home that checked every box on our list and still came in under budget.He was always reachable, always honest, and always had our best interests at heart. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a military family relocating near Fort Drum, or an experienced investor looking for property in Jefferson County, Joseph is the agent you want in your corner.I can’t recommend Joseph Murtha enough. He is hands-down the top real estate professional in Watertown, NY and the surrounding North Country region. Thank you, Joseph!

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Listed and sold a home • 2026

Joseph Murtha is excellent to work with and very professional. Our house sold quickly and at market value! The only reason we gave him 5 STAR is because there isn’t a 10!! Just hire him, you’ll be happy you did! The rest will take care of itself!

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy home • 2025

Joseph Murtha and his team did an outstanding job helping us find the perfect home. He is reliable, knowledgeable, communicative, and trustworthy. Buying a home can be an overwhelming task, but Joe and his team made this journey as easy as possible for us. 10/10 recommend Joseph Murtha to anyone looking for a smooth experience and finding their dream home!

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Consulted me on buying or selling a home • Watertown, NY • 2025

There’s a reason Joseph Murtha is the number one real estate agent in the Fort Drum area—his results speak for themselves, and so does his reputation.Working with Joseph through North Star Real Estate was hands down the best decision I could have made during my real estate journey. From start to finish, he brought professionalism, deep local expertise, and a level of dedication that’s hard to come by. He knows the Fort Drum market inside and out, which gave me total confidence throughout the process.Joseph was always available, quick to respond, and incredibly thorough. Whether it was coordinating showings, explaining contracts, or offering honest advice, he went above and beyond. He made what could have been a stressful process feel straightforward and manageable.If you're buying or selling in the Fort Drum area, there's truly no better choice. Joseph Murtha earns his #1 spot every single day through his work ethic, results, and genuine care for his clients.

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy home • 2025

5-Star Review for Joseph Murtha – The #1 Realtor in Jefferson & Lewis CountyWhen I decided it was time to buy a home, I reached out to my nephew, Joseph Murtha. I’ll admit—I was a bit reluctant to work with family. But Joe’s reputation as the #1 real estate agent in Jefferson and Lewis County gave me confidence, and I’m so glad I made that call.As a first-time home buyer, I had no idea what to expect and felt overwhelmed at times. Joe walked me through the entire process, step by step. He made sure I always knew where I stood, explained everything clearly, and never left me guessing. He also provided a network of trusted professionals—home inspectors, real estate attorneys, lenders, contractors, and even first-time buyer grant information.The home I fell in love with ended up in a multiple offer situation, which was extremely stressful. But Joe’s expert advice and strategic guidance helped me make the strongest offer. Thanks to him, I won the home I wanted—something I honestly wasn’t sure would happen in today’s competitive market.Joe’s professionalism, deep market knowledge, and dedication to his clients made all the difference. If you’re looking for the best realtor in Jefferson or Lewis County, especially as a first-time buyer, I can’t recommend Joseph Murtha enough. He truly made my dream of homeownership come true.

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy home • 2025

We were very fortunate to have Joe as our realtor. We were home searching from out of State..so needed to have a Realtor we could trust as we would be buying house unseen except what we could see on Zillow. Joe quickly understood our wants and needs..what would work and what would not. We were downsizing at the same time which can be challenging..so thankfully Joe understood and was always positive and professional. We really appreciate Joe (and Jacqueline) in helping us find our new home!

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy home • 2025

Our experience working with Joseph was incredible. He was helpful every step of the way and made buying our first home as easy of a process as possible. He was there to help from looking for our home all the way to closing day. You can work with Joseph with confidence that he'll do the best to get you in the right home.

5.0
Source: Zillow Group

Review for member: Joseph Murtha - NY Licensed R.E. Salesperson

Helped me buy home • Binsse Watertown, NY • 2025

Joe was awesome to work with! The amount of knowledge he possesses is beyond my expectations. He made my first home buying experience so pleasent. The amount of professionalism and communication is unmatched! So very pleased!

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Joseph Murtha: Rankings and sales metrics (Watertown, NY)

Recent closed sales

199

  • #1 in Watertown
  • #104 statewide in NY

Recent sales volume

$44.11M

  • #1 in Watertown
  • #1,904 statewide in NY

Awards and badges

2025 Top Agent New York
2025 Top Agent Watertown, NY
Top producer

Recent sales metrics

A breakdown of performance metrics from verified closed transactions over the past two years. The local median shows typical results for agents in this market, so you can compare.

Metric Joseph Murtha Local median
Sale-to-list (sell sides) 99.0% 98.0%
Days on market (sell sides) 84 99
Sale-to-list (buy sides) 100.0% 98.0%
Days on market (buy sides) 91 93

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Joseph Murtha: Experience and specialties (all markets)

Client mix

53%

Home sellers

105 sales

47%

Home buyers

94 sales

Typical home sales price

$30K

Low

$210K

Typical

$539.9K

High

Count of recent sales by price range

A breakdown of this agent's closed sales over the past two years by price bracket, showing where most of their transactions fall.

Price range Transaction countCount Share of totalShare
$200K–$300K 80
$300K–$400K 20
$400K–$500K 9
$500K–$750K 2

Count of recent sales by property type

A breakdown of this agent's closed sales over the past two years by property type, showing their experience with single-family homes, condos, townhouses, and more.

Property type Transaction countCount Share of totalShare
Multi-family homes 15
Townhouses 0
Condos 4
Commercial 1
Land 1
Mobile homes 1
Manufactured homes 3

Count of recent sales by specialty

A breakdown of this agent's closed sales over the past two years by specialty, showing experience with transaction types that require specialized knowledge or serve specific groups.

Specialty Transaction countCount Share of totalShare
Luxury homes 5
Properties with HOA 0
Investor deals 3
Military buyers 21
Senior living community 0
New construction 0

Methodology

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  • Sale speed compared with local averages
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