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Updated May 1, 2026

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 Houston, Texas close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.

We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 13,485 real estate agents in Houston, TX to identify the best of the best. These are the top selling realtors in Houston based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.

Houston, TX top real estate agents (May 2026 rankings)

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  • Jimmy Simien

    Simien Properties
    Recent sales*
    383
    Local sales*
    382
    Price range*
    $70K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $330,000
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    Top 1% localBuyer specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes Multi-family homes

    Jimmy Simien is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 216 transactions over the past 12 months — 383 in the past two years. Jimmy Simien's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 25% sellers, 75% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 383
    • Local ranking by total sales: #1
    • State ranking by total sales: #1
    • Median days on market: 64 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0496553 (TX)

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  • Christy Buck

    Infinity Real Estate Group
    Local sales*
    299
    Price range*
    $88K - $2.3M
    Typical price*
    $378,000
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes

    Christy Buck is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 146 transactions over the past 12 months — 299 in the past two years. Christy Buck's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 299
    • Local ranking by total sales: #8
    • State ranking by total sales: #18
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0479838 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Deborah Bly

    eXp Realty, LLC
    Local sales*
    292
    Price range*
    $39K - $4.6M
    Typical price*
    $335,000
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    Top 1% local Pricing strategyFast sales Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Deborah Bly is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 117 transactions over the past 12 months — 292 in the past two years. Deborah Bly's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 35% sellers, 65% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 292
    • Local ranking by total sales: #9
    • State ranking by total sales: #21
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0383205 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Justin Dickey

    CB&A, Realtors
    Local sales*
    350
    Price range*
    $140K - $828K
    Typical price*
    $299,500
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    Top 1% local Negotiation expert Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Justin Dickey is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 98 transactions over the past 12 months — 350 in the past two years. Justin Dickey's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 81% sellers, 19% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 350
    • Local ranking by total sales: #4
    • State ranking by total sales: #13
    • Median days on market: 55 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0587783 (TX)

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  • Joe Rothchild

    Keller Williams Signature
    Local sales*
    373
    Price range*
    $127K - $2.8M
    Typical price*
    $318,656
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    Top 1% local Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Joe Rothchild is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 130 transactions over the past 12 months — 373 in the past two years. Joe Rothchild's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 99% sellers, 1% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 373
    • Local ranking by total sales: #2
    • State ranking by total sales: #4
    • Median days on market: 99 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
    • License #: 0303477 (TX)

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  • Evan Ballew

    Top Guns Realty on Lake Conroe
    Recent sales*
    249
    Local sales*
    247
    Price range*
    $75K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $312,500
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Evan Ballew is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 135 transactions over the past 12 months — 249 in the past two years. Evan Ballew's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 37% sellers, 63% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 249
    • Local ranking by total sales: #13
    • State ranking by total sales: #29
    • Median days on market: 53 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0659086 (TX)

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  • Angeline Clark

    Pulte Homes MLS
    Local sales*
    318
    Price range*
    $190K - $1.6M
    Typical price*
    $314,995
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    Top 1% local Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Angeline Clark is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 194 transactions over the past 12 months — 318 in the past two years. Angeline Clark's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 83% sellers, 17% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 318
    • Local ranking by total sales: #5
    • State ranking by total sales: #14
    • Median days on market: 96 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0680616 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Tai Dinh

    Keller Williams Signature
    Local sales*
    217
    Price range*
    $50K - $1M
    Typical price*
    $310,000
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    Top 1% localFast sales Offer strategy Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Tai Dinh is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 123 transactions over the past 12 months — 217 in the past two years. Tai Dinh's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 35% sellers, 65% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 217
    • Local ranking by total sales: #16
    • State ranking by total sales: #42
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0656818 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Mark A Dimas

    Mark Dimas Properties
    Recent sales*
    187
    Local sales*
    184
    Price range*
    $44K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $272,140
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    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Mark A Dimas is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 4 transactions over the past 12 months — 187 in the past two years. Mark A Dimas's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 187
    • Local ranking by total sales: #26
    • State ranking by total sales: #64
    • Median days on market: 56 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0488488 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Scott Laird

    Keller Williams Realty The Woodlands
    Local sales*
    229
    Price range*
    $103K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $359,990
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    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Vacant land Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Scott Laird is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 117 transactions over the past 12 months — 229 in the past two years. Scott Laird's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 69% sellers, 31% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 229
    • Local ranking by total sales: #14
    • State ranking by total sales: #35
    • Median days on market: 54 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0621260 (TX)

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  • Elio Alanis

    Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
    Local sales*
    302
    Price range*
    $56K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $275,000
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    Top 1% localBuyer specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Manufactured homes Vacant land Townhouses Condos

    Elio Alanis is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with buyers and have closed at least 140 transactions over the past 12 months — 302 in the past two years. Elio Alanis's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 17% sellers, 83% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 302
    • Local ranking by total sales: #6
    • State ranking by total sales: #16
    • Median days on market: 57 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0734188 (TX)

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  • Thalina Garcia

    Nan & Company Properties - Corporate Office (Heights)
    Local sales*
    362
    Price range*
    $219K - $1.4M
    Typical price*
    $362,444
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    Top 1% local Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Senior living Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Thalina Garcia is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 115 transactions over the past 12 months — 362 in the past two years. Thalina Garcia's experience includes sales involving HOAs, properties in senior communities, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 96% sellers, 4% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 362
    • Local ranking by total sales: #3
    • State ranking by total sales: #10
    • Median days on market: 98 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0641210 (TX)

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  • Jill Smith

    EXP Realty
    Local sales*
    198
    Price range*
    $102K - $1.8M
    Typical price*
    $399,950
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Jill Smith is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 111 transactions over the past 12 months — 198 in the past two years. Jill Smith's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 57% sellers, 43% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 198
    • Local ranking by total sales: #23
    • State ranking by total sales: #57
    • Median days on market: 56 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0595168 (TX)
    • Office address: Houston, TX 77095, USA

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  • Lance Loken

    Keller Williams Platinum
    Recent sales*
    379
    Local sales*
    302
    Price range*
    $21K - $2.7M
    Typical price*
    $330,000
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    Top 1% local Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Lance Loken is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 160 transactions over the past 12 months — 379 in the past two years. Lance Loken's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 91% sellers, 9% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 379
    • Local ranking by total sales: #7
    • State ranking by total sales: #2
    • Median days on market: 68 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0608840 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Michele Harmon

    RE/MAX Universal
    Recent sales*
    196
    Local sales*
    193
    Price range*
    $167K - $2.9M
    Typical price*
    $388,200
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    Top 1% localFast sales Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Michele Harmon is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 115 transactions over the past 12 months — 196 in the past two years. Michele Harmon's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 38% sellers, 62% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 196
    • Local ranking by total sales: #24
    • State ranking by total sales: #61
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98.5%
    • License #: 0618000 (TX)

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  • Lisseth Larios

    The Larios Home Group
    Local sales*
    199
    Price range*
    $95K - $2.1M
    Typical price*
    $283,450
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Lisseth Larios is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 95 transactions over the past 12 months — 199 in the past two years. Lisseth Larios's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 39% sellers, 61% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 199
    • Local ranking by total sales: #22
    • State ranking by total sales: #55
    • Median days on market: 100 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0726573 (TX)

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  • Alex Rezende

    AroundTown Properties Inc
    Local sales*
    131
    Price range*
    $120K - $990K
    Typical price*
    $334,000
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Alex Rezende is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 65 transactions over the past 12 months — 131 in the past two years. Alex Rezende's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 131
    • Local ranking by total sales: #58
    • State ranking by total sales: #129
    • Median days on market: 62 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0586214 (TX)

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  • Meaghan Arceneaux

    Mega Realty
    Local sales*
    164
    Price range*
    $62K - $1.2M
    Typical price*
    $292,200
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Vacant land

    Meaghan Arceneaux is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 90 transactions over the past 12 months — 164 in the past two years. Meaghan Arceneaux's experience includes first-time homebuyers, sales involving HOAs, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 45% sellers, 55% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 164
    • Local ranking by total sales: #36
    • State ranking by total sales: #84
    • Median days on market: 74 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0645193 (TX)

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  • Jay Thomas

    eXp Realty
    Local sales*
    82
    Price range*
    $145K - $875K
    Typical price*
    $322,500
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    Top 1% local 20+ years experience Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Condos

    Jay Thomas is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. Jay Thomas has worked in real estate for over 20 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 44 transactions over the past 12 months — 82 in the past two years. Jay Thomas's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Est. years experience: 20
    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 82
    • Local ranking by total sales: #170
    • State ranking by total sales: #382
    • Median days on market: 98 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0550416 (TX)
    • Office address: 12 Greenway Plaza, Houston, TX 77027, USA

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  • Top Local Pro

    Jamie Terry

    Priority One Real Estate
    Local sales*
    144
    Price range*
    $64K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $359,000
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    Top 1% local Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Vacant land

    Jamie Terry is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 71 transactions over the past 12 months — 144 in the past two years. Jamie Terry's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 144
    • Local ranking by total sales: #50
    • State ranking by total sales: #108
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0567722 (TX)
    • Office address: League City, TX 77573, USA

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  • Top Local Pro

    Norman Frenk

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Bay Area
    Recent sales*
    138
    Local sales*
    135
    Price range*
    $80K - $1.7M
    Typical price*
    $339,950
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    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Commercial properties

    Norman Frenk is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 78 transactions over the past 12 months — 138 in the past two years. Norman Frenk's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 57% sellers, 43% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 138
    • Local ranking by total sales: #53
    • State ranking by total sales: #121
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0429195 (TX)

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  • Lizz Sansone

    The Agency Houston Sugar Land
    Local sales*
    209
    Price range*
    $145K - $3.2M
    Typical price*
    $494,000
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Lizz Sansone is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 102 transactions over the past 12 months — 209 in the past two years. Lizz Sansone's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 44% sellers, 56% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 209
    • Local ranking by total sales: #19
    • State ranking by total sales: #49
    • Median days on market: 49 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0560588 (TX)

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  • Matthew Guzman

    RE/MAX Universal
    Recent sales*
    221
    Local sales*
    218
    Price range*
    $95K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $345,000
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    Top 1% local Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Vacant land Manufactured homes Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Matthew Guzman is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 67 transactions over the past 12 months — 221 in the past two years. Matthew Guzman's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 82% sellers, 18% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 221
    • Local ranking by total sales: #15
    • State ranking by total sales: #38
    • Median days on market: 53 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0641134 (TX)

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  • Nimesh Patel

    RE/MAX Fine Properties
    Recent sales*
    294
    Local sales*
    290
    Price range*
    $210K - $2.7M
    Typical price*
    $420,000
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    Top 1% local Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Nimesh Patel is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 111 transactions over the past 12 months — 294 in the past two years. Nimesh Patel's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 87% sellers, 13% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 294
    • Local ranking by total sales: #10
    • State ranking by total sales: #19
    • Median days on market: 88 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
    • License #: 0495899 (TX)

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  • Dionne Randle

    MOD Realty LLC
    Local sales*
    46
    Price range*
    $90K - $1.2M
    Typical price*
    $326,950
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    Top 5% local 20+ years experience Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Condos

    Dionne Randle is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. Dionne Randle has worked in real estate for over 24 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 25 transactions over the past 12 months — 46 in the past two years. Dionne Randle's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Est. years experience: 24
    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 46
    • Local ranking by total sales: #652
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,519
    • Median days on market: 67 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0500926 (TX)
    • Office address: Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098, USA

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  • Steven Kinne

    Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
    Local sales*
    143
    Price range*
    $35K - $1.9M
    Typical price*
    $389,000
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    Top 1% local Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses Vacant land

    Steven Kinne is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 65 transactions over the past 12 months — 143 in the past two years. Steven Kinne's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 143
    • Local ranking by total sales: #51
    • State ranking by total sales: #111
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0522012 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Hai Huynh

    Keller Williams Signature
    Local sales*
    100
    Price range*
    $156K - $810K
    Typical price*
    $283,250
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    Top 1% localFast sales Offer strategy Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Multi-family homes

    Hai Huynh is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 48 transactions over the past 12 months — 100 in the past two years. Hai Huynh's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 100
    • Local ranking by total sales: #99
    • State ranking by total sales: #227
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0623970 (TX)

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  • Dann Fleming

    JLA Realty
    Recent sales*
    81
    Local sales*
    80
    Price range*
    $122K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $332,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Dann Fleming is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 43 transactions over the past 12 months — 81 in the past two years. Dann Fleming's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 81
    • Local ranking by total sales: #181
    • State ranking by total sales: #392
    • Median days on market: 60 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0663324 (TX)

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  • Carrie Rinaca

    Keller Williams Signature
    Local sales*
    12
    Price range*
    $245K - $665K
    Typical price*
    $383,500
    Highlights
    About
    Fast sales 20+ years experience HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Carrie Rinaca is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. Carrie Rinaca has worked in real estate for over 30 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 12 in the past two years. Carrie Rinaca's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and properties in senior communities.

    • Est. years experience: 30
    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 12
    • Local ranking by total sales: #6,032
    • State ranking by total sales: #15,919
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97.5%
    • License #: 0544112 (TX)
    • Office address: Katy, TX 77450, USA

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  • Top Local Pro

    Jamie Bechtold

    eXp Realty LLC
    Recent sales*
    154
    Local sales*
    153
    Price range*
    $35K - $1.5M
    Typical price*
    $344,950
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Condos

    Jamie Bechtold is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 84 transactions over the past 12 months — 154 in the past two years. Jamie Bechtold's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 31% sellers, 69% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 154
    • Local ranking by total sales: #44
    • State ranking by total sales: #96
    • Median days on market: 54 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0662693 (TX)

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  • Luke Volz

    eXp Realty, LLC
    Local sales*
    80
    Price range*
    $108K - $892K
    Typical price*
    $322,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Luke Volz is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 36 transactions over the past 12 months — 80 in the past two years. Luke Volz's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 80
    • Local ranking by total sales: #184
    • State ranking by total sales: #412
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
    • License #: 0656050 (TX)
    • Office address: Spring, TX 77380, USA

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  • Lanita Koppe

    Coldwell Banker Ultimate
    Local sales*
    56
    Price range*
    $65K - $705K
    Typical price*
    $298,250
    Highlights
    About
    Top 5% local 20+ years experience Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes

    Lanita Koppe is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. Lanita Koppe has worked in real estate for over 20 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 30 transactions over the past 12 months — 56 in the past two years. Lanita Koppe's experience includes first-time homebuyers, sales involving HOAs, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Est. years experience: 20
    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 56
    • Local ranking by total sales: #417
    • State ranking by total sales: #936
    • Median days on market: 70 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0565030 (TX)
    • Office address: Richwood, TX 77566, USA

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  • Brenda Quiroga

    RE/MAX Integrity
    Local sales*
    12
    Price range*
    $245K - $775K
    Typical price*
    $369,950
    Highlights
    About
    20+ years experience Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Brenda Quiroga is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. Brenda Quiroga has worked in real estate for over 35 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 3 transactions over the past 12 months — 12 in the past two years. Brenda Quiroga's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Est. years experience: 35
    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 12
    • Local ranking by total sales: #6,008
    • State ranking by total sales: #15,864
    • Median days on market: 58 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
    • License #: 0426890 (TX)
    • Office address: Spring, TX 77382, USA

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  • Alicia Grifaldo

    eXp Realty LLC
    Local sales*
    79
    Price range*
    $90K - $1.9M
    Typical price*
    $315,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% localFast sales Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Alicia Grifaldo is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 31 transactions over the past 12 months — 79 in the past two years. Alicia Grifaldo's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 79
    • Local ranking by total sales: #188
    • State ranking by total sales: #417
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
    • License #: 0722606 (TX)

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  • Ryan Jockers

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Champions
    Local sales*
    131
    Price range*
    $65K - $3.5M
    Typical price*
    $410,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Vacant land

    Ryan Jockers is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 71 transactions over the past 12 months — 131 in the past two years. Ryan Jockers's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 131
    • Local ranking by total sales: #59
    • State ranking by total sales: #131
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0669948 (TX)

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  • May Pham

    eXp Realty LLC
    Local sales*
    96
    Price range*
    $49K - $1.7M
    Typical price*
    $345,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Offer strategy Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    May Pham is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 50 transactions over the past 12 months — 96 in the past two years. May Pham's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 42% sellers, 58% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 96
    • Local ranking by total sales: #112
    • State ranking by total sales: #256
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0712807 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Claudia Oakley

    Keller Williams Realty Professionals
    Local sales*
    73
    Price range*
    $130K - $2.5M
    Typical price*
    $324,900
    Highlights
    About
    Top 5% local Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Claudia Oakley is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 40 transactions over the past 12 months — 73 in the past two years. Claudia Oakley's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 73
    • Local ranking by total sales: #218
    • State ranking by total sales: #500
    • Median days on market: 45 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99.5%
    • License #: 0679455 (TX)

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  • Laura Cooper

    eXp Realty LLC
    Local sales*
    75
    Price range*
    $75K - $665K
    Typical price*
    $310,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Laura Cooper is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 30 transactions over the past 12 months — 75 in the past two years. Laura Cooper's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 75
    • Local ranking by total sales: #210
    • State ranking by total sales: #472
    • Median days on market: 60 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0675418 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Grecia Berrios

    Realty Of America, LLC
    Recent sales*
    153
    Local sales*
    152
    Price range*
    $60K - $1.4M
    Typical price*
    $270,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Negotiation expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Multi-family homes

    Grecia Berrios is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 81 transactions over the past 12 months — 153 in the past two years. Grecia Berrios's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 36% sellers, 64% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 153
    • Local ranking by total sales: #45
    • State ranking by total sales: #98
    • Median days on market: 53 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0682920 (TX)

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  • Deb Ambrosi

    Ambrosi Realty, Inc
    Recent sales*
    94
    Local sales*
    93
    Price range*
    $114K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $369,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Senior living Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Multi-family homes

    Deb Ambrosi is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 53 transactions over the past 12 months — 94 in the past two years. Deb Ambrosi's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 94
    • Local ranking by total sales: #124
    • State ranking by total sales: #270
    • Median days on market: 60 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0641661 (TX)

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  • Lisa Clary

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Baytown
    Local sales*
    89
    Price range*
    $100K - $915K
    Typical price*
    $315,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Commercial properties

    Lisa Clary is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 41 transactions over the past 12 months — 89 in the past two years. Lisa Clary's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 45% sellers, 55% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 89
    • Local ranking by total sales: #141
    • State ranking by total sales: #309
    • Median days on market: 56 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98.5%
    • License #: 0573219 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Karen Gonzalez

    Keller Williams Memorial
    Local sales*
    100
    Price range*
    $26K - $655K
    Typical price*
    $297,450
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Vacant land Condos

    Karen Gonzalez is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 41 transactions over the past 12 months — 100 in the past two years. Karen Gonzalez's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 57% sellers, 43% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 100
    • Local ranking by total sales: #100
    • State ranking by total sales: #229
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0667695 (TX)

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  • Kevin King

    RE/MAX ONE - Premier
    Local sales*
    81
    Price range*
    $155K - $1.8M
    Typical price*
    $336,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Kevin King is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 43 transactions over the past 12 months — 81 in the past two years. Kevin King's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 81
    • Local ranking by total sales: #177
    • State ranking by total sales: #399
    • Median days on market: 59 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0613852 (TX)

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  • Kelly Swartz

    JLA Realty
    Local sales*
    73
    Price range*
    $121K - $740K
    Typical price*
    $344,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Kelly Swartz is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 54 transactions over the past 12 months — 73 in the past two years. Kelly Swartz's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 73
    • Local ranking by total sales: #221
    • State ranking by total sales: #505
    • Median days on market: 69 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0786311 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Semyon Sharetskiy

    NB Elite Realty
    Local sales*
    59
    Price range*
    $247K - $585K
    Typical price*
    $342,990
    Highlights
    About
    Top 5% local Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience Single-family homes

    Semyon Sharetskiy is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 53 transactions over the past 12 months — 59 in the past two years. Semyon Sharetskiy is experienced with sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 59
    • Local ranking by total sales: #374
    • State ranking by total sales: #823
    • Median days on market: 37 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 0651069 (TX)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Lauren Ashley

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - The Woodlands
    Local sales*
    126
    Price range*
    $165K - $1.5M
    Typical price*
    $378,420
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses

    Lauren Ashley is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 63 transactions over the past 12 months — 126 in the past two years. Lauren Ashley's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 64% sellers, 36% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 126
    • Local ranking by total sales: #61
    • State ranking by total sales: #139
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0699403 (TX)

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  • Ryan Kutter

    Connect Realty.com
    Recent sales*
    95
    Local sales*
    94
    Price range*
    $135K - $1.9M
    Typical price*
    $400,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Manufactured homes

    Ryan Kutter is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 46 transactions over the past 12 months — 95 in the past two years. Ryan Kutter's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 95
    • Local ranking by total sales: #122
    • State ranking by total sales: #265
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0594210 (TX)

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  • Rosalinda Swartz

    Redfin Corporation
    Local sales*
    88
    Price range*
    $130K - $2.8M
    Typical price*
    $353,500
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Pricing strategy Repeat clients HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Condos

    Rosalinda Swartz is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 47 transactions over the past 12 months — 88 in the past two years. Rosalinda Swartz's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 88
    • Local ranking by total sales: #144
    • State ranking by total sales: #320
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0677423 (TX)

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  • Audra Oneal

    Keller Williams Southwest
    Recent sales*
    180
    Local sales*
    179
    Price range*
    $135K - $1.5M
    Typical price*
    $498,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Audra Oneal is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 98 transactions over the past 12 months — 180 in the past two years. Audra Oneal's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 62% sellers, 38% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 180
    • Local ranking by total sales: #29
    • State ranking by total sales: #70
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 0485545 (TX)
    • Office address: Sugar Land, TX 77478, USA

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  • David Karstedt

    1st Texas, Realtors
    Local sales*
    60
    Price range*
    $85K - $1.1M
    Typical price*
    $327,000
    Highlights
    About
    Top 5% local Pricing strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    David Karstedt is a real estate agent who is primarily active in Houston, TX. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 33 transactions over the past 12 months — 60 in the past two years. David Karstedt's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 60
    • Local ranking by total sales: #349
    • State ranking by total sales: #778
    • Median days on market: 49 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
    • License #: 0422904 (TX)

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What to know about top real estate agents in Houston, TX

Top Houston real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Houston. 

General 

  • High transaction volume: Does more than 11 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 Houston 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 Houston is 60 days)

Buyers

  • Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston, the average real estate commission is about 5.9%, while the national average is (5.7%).

  • Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.92% and 2.98%, 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 Houston.

The questions you ask during an agent interview can tell you a lot about who you're hiring. Patrick Stuckwish, a Greater Houston real estate agent, offers this advice: "When choosing a real estate agent in Houston, three things matter most. First is market awareness — not just market knowledge. You want an agent who's active in the market and feeling shifts in real time, not someone relying on outdated numbers. Second is strategy over salesmanship: a good agent should clearly explain their pricing, timing, negotiation, and backup plan. Third is communication and accountability — most real estate stress comes from not knowing what's going on." When interviewing agents, ask how they're seeing the Houston market behave right now, what their plan is if the home doesn't sell, and how often you'll hear from them.

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 Houston-area alternatives:

Cash buyer services

  • 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.

Discount brokerages

  • 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.

Flat-Fee MLS (FFMLS)

  • Pay a one-time fee to list your home on the MLS.
  • You'll handle pricing, showings, and negotiation yourself — best for experienced sellers.

For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

  • 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.

Houston, Texas is currently a buyer's market, due to fewer active homebuyers and more homes available for sale.

  • The market has an average of 6.5 months of supply, meaning it would take about that long for all available homes to sell if no new listings were added. There were 44,777 homes for sale in Houston in the last month. Sellers added 3,231 new listings, and 981 home sales closed in that time.
  • On average, properties spend 60 days on the market, and it takes 43 days for a home to go under contract.

Homes in Houston, Texas are selling for more on average compared to the previous month. More sellers reduced their listing price this month compared to last month.

  • 3,848 homes dropped in price this month. That's around 9% of all homes on the market, compared to the 7.75% of listings that lowered prices the month before.
  • The median home in Houston, Texas ultimately sells for $335,000 – 1.96% less than its original list price.

In February 2026, we asked Patrick Stuckwish, a Greater Houston real estate agent, for their thoughts on the local real estate market. They said, "Over the past year, the Houston real estate market has been fairly slow compared to what we saw a few years ago. Inventory built up in several parts of the city, and the market became much more selective. Mortgage rates have [recently] dipped back below 6%, which has brought some buyers back who had been waiting things out. Looking ahead over the next 12 months, I expect Houston to remain in a fairly balanced market — well-priced, well-marketed homes [will] continue to sell. Sellers who take pricing and marketing seriously will do fine; those who don't will likely sit longer." For buyers and sellers alike, a stabilizing market means decisions can be made with more confidence and less urgency-driven pressure.

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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 Houston.

We look at factors that matter most to typical buyers and sellers, such as:

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  • 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

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