Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Walnut Creek, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.31%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$472.4M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $3.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.38%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$1.11B
All-Time Sales
$750K - $4.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.46%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$535.8M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $7.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.46%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$400.4M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $3.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.45%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$101.1M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.53%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$334.9M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.76%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$258.8M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $2.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.98%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$377.5M
All-Time Sales
$1.3M - $7.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.06%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$400.9M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $4.9M
Price Range
Top Agent
(70)
Vincent Rossi
Keller Williams Realty – East Bay
14 Years of experience
79+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.14%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$336.2M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.37%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$222.4M
All-Time Sales
$710K - $4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.44%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$339.8M
All-Time Sales
$970K - $3.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.9%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$1.29B
All-Time Sales
$650K - $5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.36%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$430.6M
All-Time Sales
$1.4M - $6.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.51%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$331.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $3.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.12%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$159.6M
All-Time Sales
$800K - $4M
Price Range
Top Agent(73)
Carol Sawdey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties
18 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.43%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$435.9M
All-Time Sales
$830K - $6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.19%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$425.4M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.5%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$61.8M
All-Time Sales
$630K - $6.8M
Price Range
Top Agent(19)
Tomaj Trenda
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
21 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.88%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$76.2M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.18%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$45.5M
All-Time Sales
$760K - $2.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(1)
Laurie Wexner
Better Homes & Gardens RE Royal & Assoc
31 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.79%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$206.6M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.79%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$69.6M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top Agent(22)
Saundra Leonard
Keller Williams Bay Area Estates
42 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.02%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$161M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4.8M
Price Range
Top Agent(120)
Sandra Lucas
Realty World - The Lucas Group
21 Years of experience
24+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.1%
in Walnut Creek, CA
$255M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Walnut creek Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$1,150,000
+36.09% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
18
-1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
101.66%
+0.96% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
47.1%
+11.5% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
42.7%
+1.1% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
37.6%
+2.9% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.8
Realtors in Walnut creek
1,310
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Walnut Creek Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Walnut Creek sell in a median of 15 days, compared with the Walnut Creek market median of 18 days on market.
About 3 days faster (17% quicker than the Walnut Creek market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Walnut Creek agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Walnut Creek market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Walnut Creek?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Walnut Creek sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
16 days
Typical time on market
101.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Walnut Creek, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Walnut Creek Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Walnut Creek market where negotiating leverage currently favors sellers, though not uniformly. The median sale price sits at $1,150,000, and homes are moving at a median of 18 days. With 47.1% of homes selling above list and an average sale-to-list ratio of 101.66%, buyers competing for well-positioned listings should expect to offer at or above asking, particularly on properties that generate early interest. The fact that 42.7% of homes leave the market within two weeks reinforces that hesitation carries a cost on the most desirable inventory.
At the same time, 37.6% of listings recorded a price cut, and months of supply stands at 2.8. That combination signals a two-track market: correctly priced homes clear fast, while overpriced or lesser-positioned listings sit and eventually reduce. For buyers, this means the price-drop segment is where measured negotiation is realistic, while competition is fierce elsewhere. With 242 active listings against 110 pending sales and 142 new listings each month, absorption remains brisk.
For sellers, the data argues for disciplined initial pricing rather than testing an aspirational number, since the market rewards accuracy with speed and punishes overreach with cuts. For buyers, the takeaway is to move decisively on fresh listings but scrutinize aged inventory for leverage. Navigating both tracks requires an agent who reads local absorption correctly. Walnut Creek has 1,310 licensed agents, and the sections below explain how EffectiveAgents narrows that field to a verified, performance-ranked shortlist.
What Walnut Creek Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Walnut Creek goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $1,150,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $230,000 |
| Loan amount | $920,000 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $7,222 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.55% mortgage rate (as of July 16, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,150,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.55% (as of July 16, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Walnut Creek MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Walnut Creek Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar billboard rarely correlates with results. Transaction volume, review depth, and pricing accuracy are the measurable signals that matter, and they vary widely across the 1,310 licensed agents working Walnut Creek. EffectiveAgents ranks 64 of them against verified performance data drawn from 1,057 analyzed transactions. The top-ranked agent, Mark Pages-Oliver, MBA at Range Real Estate, has closed 643 transactions and holds 262 client reviews, with $472.4M in all-time sales volume. In a market where 47.1% of homes sell above list, negotiation skill is not abstract: it determines whether a seller captures that premium and whether a buyer wins a competitive property without overpaying. An agent fluent in established areas like Almond-Shuey and across the 94595, 94596, and 94598 zip codes can price to the block, not just the city median. When you review candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern: consistency across dozens of reviews, repeat transactions, and outcomes that hold up in both fast-moving and price-reduced segments of the market.
How We Rank Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek 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
Walnut Creek Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Walnut Creek, CA?
The top-ranked agent in Walnut Creek, CA on EffectiveAgents is Mark Pages-Oliver, MBA at Range Real Estate, with 643 closed transactions, 262 client reviews, and $472.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising spend or self-reported claims. Rankings are built from verified transaction history, review patterns, and pricing performance measured across 1,057 local transactions. Because the strongest agent depends on your price point and neighborhood, we recommend comparing the 64 ranked agents against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek?
Our data covers 1,310 real estate agents serving the Walnut Creek area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Walnut Creek market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Walnut Creek mean for sellers?
Walnut Creek's median sale price is $1,150,000 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Walnut Creek?
In Walnut Creek, the median home sells in about 18 days, though that figure reflects correctly priced listings that attract early demand. With 42.7% of homes leaving the market within two weeks and 47.1% selling above list, well-prepared properties move quickly. However, 37.6% of listings recorded a price reduction, showing that aggressive initial pricing can extend the timeline substantially. Condition, pricing accuracy, photography, and location within the 94595 through 94598 zip codes all influence how fast a specific home sells relative to 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 Walnut Creek 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.
Should I use a local Walnut Creek agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Walnut Creek neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Walnut Creek realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Walnut Creek in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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