Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Fairbanks, AK
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.79%
in Fairbanks, AK
393
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
580
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentTop 1.19%
in Fairbanks, AK
$340K
All-Time Sales
388
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
Top Agent
(27)
Elizabeth Schok
Somers Sotheby's International Realty
21 Years of experience
74+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.58%
in Fairbanks, AK
368
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
455
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentTop 1.98%
in Fairbanks, AK
$290K
All-Time Sales
261
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
Top AgentTop 2.37%
in Fairbanks, AK
174
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
306
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentTop 3.56%
in Fairbanks, AK
86
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
135
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Mavis Kohn
Somers Sotheby’s International Realty | The Schok Group
2 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
1
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
4
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2024
Year Licensed
Top Agent2
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2012
Year Licensed
14
Years Experience
Top 2.77%
in Fairbanks, AK
133
Sold in Fairbanks, AK
2001
Year Licensed
Fairbanks Housing Market Trends
Homes in Fairbanks take a median 50 days to sell, go for 100.84% of asking, prices are up 6.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.1 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$314,850
median sale price
How fast they sell
50 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.1 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Fairbanks.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Fairbanks agents whose results fit it.
Fairbanks agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 33 days, the Fairbanks market in 50
median sale price in Fairbanks
Do Top Fairbanks Agents Sell Faster?
The 8 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Fairbanks sell in a median of 33 days, compared with the Fairbanks market median of 50 days on market.
About 17 days faster (34% quicker than the Fairbanks market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Fairbanks agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Fairbanks market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Fairbanks?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Fairbanks sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
51 days
Typical time on market
100.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Fairbanks, AK 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 Fairbanks Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Fairbanks market where pricing and pace are pulling in different directions, and understanding that split is where negotiating leverage becomes visible. The median sale price sits at $314,850, a +6.9% move year over year, yet homes still take a median of 50 to sell and only 17.6% of listings leave the market within two weeks. That combination signals a market that rewards patience rather than urgency on both sides of the table.
With 3.1 months of supply and 89 active listings against 30 homes sold monthly, conditions sit closer to balanced than to a seller-dominated environment. The clearest leverage indicator is that 27.4% of listings have recorded a price reduction, meaning roughly one in four sellers has already adjusted expectations. Paired with a sale-to-list ratio of 100.84%, buyers have measurable room to negotiate below asking, particularly on properties that have lingered past the 50 median. A buyer deciding how to offer can reasonably open below list on aged inventory and reference comparable price drops as support.
For sellers, the takeaway is disciplined pricing from day one. With 129 new listings and 91 pending sales each month, overpricing invites the same reduction cycle that 27.4% of the market is already experiencing. Fairbanks has 253 licensed agents, but experience navigating this specific pace and pricing spread varies widely, which is exactly where matching with a verified, data-ranked agent changes outcomes.
What Fairbanks Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Fairbanks 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 | $314,850 |
| Down payment (20%) | $62,970 |
| Loan amount | $251,880 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,283 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.18% mortgage rate (as of November 5, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $314,850 median home price with 20% down at 7.18% (as of November 5, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Fairbanks MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Fairbanks Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines results: verified transaction history and how an agent performs against local pricing conditions. In Fairbanks, EffectiveAgents has ranked 11 agents out of 253 licensed professionals, drawing on 254 annual transactions analyzed. The top-ranked agent, Scott Rosenthal at Somers and Associates, has recorded 571 transactions supported by 179 client reviews. That volume matters in a market where 27.4% of listings see reductions and the sale-to-list ratio sits at 100.84%, because negotiation experience translates directly into dollars kept or saved. An agent who has closed hundreds of deals reads a stalled listing in a neighborhood like Bjerremark, or a competitively priced home across zip codes 99701 and 99709, with far more precision than a newer licensee. When you evaluate candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study review patterns over time. Consistency across dozens of reviews, rather than a handful of recent five-star notes, is the stronger predictor of how an agent will represent you through a full transaction cycle.
How We Rank Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks 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.
253
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
Fairbanks Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Fairbanks, AK?
The top-ranked agent in Fairbanks, AK is Scott Rosenthal at Somers and Associates, with 571 verified transactions and 179 client reviews. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 254 local transactions and measuring performance rather than advertising spend. Of 253 licensed agents in the area, only 11 meet the ranking criteria. The best agent for you depends on your price range and timeline, so we recommend comparing several verified matches on transaction history and review consistency before deciding.
How were these Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks?
Our data covers 253 real estate agents serving the Fairbanks area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Fairbanks market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Fairbanks mean for sellers?
Fairbanks's median sale price is $314,850 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 Fairbanks?
In Fairbanks, homes take a median of 50 to sell, a pace that held at a -1 day change year over year. That timeline reflects a balanced market with 3.1 months of supply, where only 17.6% of listings sell within two weeks. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, since 27.4% of listings record a reduction, along with condition, location, and season. Pricing correctly from the first day and preparing the home for showings are the two factors most within a seller's control for shortening time on market.
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 Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Fairbanks 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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