Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Elmira, NY
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Top Agent
Top 4%
in Elmira, NY
$38.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $610K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.8%
in Elmira, NY
$28.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $640K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$17.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $750K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.4%
in Elmira, NY
$1.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $250K
Price Range
Top Agent$47.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$19.4M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $450K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.6%
in Elmira, NY
$6.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $370K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.8%
in Elmira, NY
$552.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.8%
in Elmira, NY
$72.4M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $7.8M
Price Range
12%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Dale Stevens
Cabins to Castles Real Estate
7 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$3.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $830K
Price Range
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Elmira Housing Market Trends
Homes in Elmira take a median 92 days to sell, go for 95.79% of asking, prices are up 13.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
6.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$126,940
median sale price
How fast they sell
92 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
6.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Elmira.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Elmira agents whose results fit it.
Elmira agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 35 days, the Elmira market in 92
median sale price in Elmira
Do Top Elmira Agents Sell Faster?
The 10 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Elmira sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Elmira market median of 92 days on market.
About 57 days faster (62% quicker than the Elmira market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Elmira agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Elmira market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Elmira?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Elmira sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
76 days
Typical time on market
97.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Elmira, NY 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 Elmira Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $126,940, with values having moved +13.6% year over year. Reading the competitive indicators together tells a more complete story than price alone. With 6.4 months of supply and 154 active listings against 25 monthly sales, Elmira sits closer to a balanced posture than a seller-dominated one. The sale-to-list ratio holds at 95.79%, meaning closed transactions land modestly under asking, and only 23.3% of homes sell above list.
That combination matters when you decide how to offer. With 38.2% of listings posting price reductions and 23.7% going under contract within two weeks, leverage is split: well-priced, move-in-ready homes still move fast, while anything priced ambitiously tends to linger and then cut. A buyer can reasonably open below list on a property that has been active past the 92-day median, but should expect competition on fresh, correctly priced inventory. Sellers, in turn, benefit from pricing to the recent comparable range rather than reaching, since the data shows aspirational pricing invites the reductions reflected in that 38.2% figure.
With 115 new listings and 97 pending sales monthly, turnover remains steady rather than frantic. Elmira has 250 licensed agents, but production is uneven across them, which is why pairing with an agent who understands these specific negotiating dynamics (zip codes 14901, 14903, 14904, and 14905 each behave differently) is where measurable value is created.
What Elmira Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Elmira 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 | $126,940 |
| Down payment (20%) | $25,388 |
| Loan amount | $101,552 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,100 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $126,940 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Elmira MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Elmira Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: documented results and negotiation skill. EffectiveAgents ranks 22 agents in Elmira out of 250 licensed locally, using closed-transaction data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Graydon Locey at Finger Lakes Estates, LLC, has closed 212 transactions representing $38.3M in all-time sales volume. In a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 95.79% and 38.2% of listings take a reduction, an agent who prices accurately and negotiates from data protects real dollars. That skill shows up differently across Elmira's submarkets, from 14901 near the city center to the 14903 and 14905 corridors, where days on market and buyer demand vary. When you review an agent, look past a single five-star rating and study the pattern: consistency across many transactions, repeat clients, and reviews that cite pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes signal reliability far better than raw review count. Graydon Locey's 7 reviews, read against 212 closings, illustrate why depth of production deserves weight alongside sentiment.
How We Rank Elmira 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 Elmira 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.
250
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: September 2026
Elmira Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Elmira, NY?
The top-ranked agent in Elmira, NY by verified production is Graydon Locey at Finger Lakes Estates, LLC, with 212 closed transactions and $38.3M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top performers by analyzing 279 transactions annually and ranking agents on closed-deal data, pricing accuracy, and client outcomes rather than advertising. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, 22 meet our ranking threshold. The right fit still depends on your property type, timeline, and target zip code, so compare matched agents before deciding.
How were these Elmira 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 Elmira?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Elmira area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Elmira market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Elmira mean for sellers?
Elmira's median sale price is $126,940 as of September 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 Elmira?
Homes in Elmira currently take a median of 92 days to sell, and the market has seen a +15 days change in typical time to contract versus last year. Your actual timeline depends on pricing, condition, and location: with 23.7% of homes going under contract within two weeks, correctly priced, move-in-ready listings still sell quickly, while 38.2% of listings take a price reduction before closing. At 6.4 months of supply, accurate initial pricing is the single biggest factor in avoiding extended market time.
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 Elmira 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 Elmira 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 Elmira 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 Elmira realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Elmira 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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