Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Merced, CA

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    Alifonso Mendoza profile picture
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    Alifonso Mendoza

    American Realty

    18 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.15%

    in Merced, CA

    $306.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $3.5M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Randy Hayer

    Realty Executives of Merced

    26 Years of experience

    66+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.3%

    in Merced, CA

    $262.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $11.4M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Genaro Duran

    nexthome d&G Realty Group

    22 Years of experience

    50+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.45%

    in Merced, CA

    $148.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jenna Rogers

    Tinetti Realty Group

    17 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.2%

    in Merced, CA

    $49.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    1%

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    Kelly Pirtle

    Next Door Real Estate

    32 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.35%

    in Merced, CA

    $23.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $1.9M

    Price Range

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    Marcus Rodriguez

    Keller Williams Property Team

    13 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.65%

    in Merced, CA

    $52.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Guillermo Bravo

    Century 21

    22 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.8%

    in Merced, CA

    $49.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $690K

    Price Range

    9%

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    Christopher Nichols

    Atlantic Realty

    22 Years of experience

    31+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.91%

    in Merced, CA

    $201.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $6.5M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Rafael Ruiz

    Century 21 Select Real Estate

    4 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.06%

    in Merced, CA

    $70.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Jasmine Bucio

    Sotheby's International Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.36%

    in Merced, CA

    $25.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.7M

    Price Range

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    Bethany Mendoza

    PMZ Real Estate

    23 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.51%

    in Merced, CA

    $372.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2M

    Price Range

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    Abel Molina

    Century 21 Select Real Estate

    20 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.86%

    in Merced, CA

    $50M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $1.1M

    Price Range

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    Jessica Barrios

    Barrios Realty Consultants

    9 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.77%

    in Merced, CA

    $81.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Candice Terry

    PMZ Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.07%

    in Merced, CA

    $100.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Alejandra Reyes-Castillo

    Coldwell Banker

    24 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.07%

    in Merced, CA

    $26.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $960K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Scott Comstock

    RE/MAX Gold

    16 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.67%

    in Merced, CA

    $115.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Karen Gustafson

    Realty ONE Group Gold

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.97%

    in Merced, CA

    $44.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Donny Piwowarski

    Hero Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    55+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.12%

    in Merced, CA

    $356.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $4.5M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Ernest Salinas

    eXp Realty of California Inc.

    10 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.12%

    in Merced, CA

    $99.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Matthew Saatlou

    HomeSmart PV and Associates

    21 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.27%

    in Merced, CA

    $13.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    Leeann Lupo

    Keller Williams

    9 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $109.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    5%

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    James Liang

    Real Broker

    23 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $127.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Charlene King

    Century 21

    39 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $89M

    All-Time Sales

    $620K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    114

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Angela Perry

    Century 21 MM

    30 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $33.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $710K

    Price Range

    147

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    Do Top Merced Agents Sell Faster?

    The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Merced sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Merced market median of 51 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents30 days
    Merced market51 days

    About 21 days faster (41% quicker than the Merced market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Merced agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Merced market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Merced?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Merced sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    57Jan42Feb31Mar42Apr43May29Jun31Jul47Aug52Sep50Oct52Nov50Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    31 days

    Typical time on market

    100%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Merced, CA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.

    How We Rank Merced Real Estate Agents

    Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Merced market today.

    Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.

    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: May 2026

    Merced Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Merced real estate agents ranked?

    Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.

    How many real estate agents are in Merced?

    Our data covers 665 real estate agents serving the Merced area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Merced market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Merced mean for sellers?

    Merced's median sale price is $405,000 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.

    Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?

    No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.

    Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?

    No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.

    What commission do Merced realtors charge?

    Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.

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