Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Cottondale, AL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.4%
in Cottondale, AL
$53.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.8%
in Cottondale, AL
$228.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $2.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$153.2M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $780K
Price Range
58
Sold in Cottondale, AL
Top AgentTop 6%
in Cottondale, AL
$56.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top Agent$45.3M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $560K
Price Range
343
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$25.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $750K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$25.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $570K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Cedrina Curry
AXEN Realty
3 Years of experience
4+ Sales in the last 12 months
$1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $290K
Price Range
5
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Gretchen German
Axen Realty
6 Years of experience
4+ Sales in the last 12 months
$1.4M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $400K
Price Range
9
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top 2.4%
in Cottondale, AL
43
Sold in Cottondale, AL
Top 2.8%
in Cottondale, AL
38
Sold in Cottondale, AL
Cottondale Housing Market Trends
Homes in Cottondale take a median 25 days to sell, go for 99.32% of asking, prices are up 17.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$197,806
median sale price
How fast they sell
25 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Cottondale.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Cottondale agents whose results fit it.
Cottondale agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Cottondale
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Cottondale?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Cottondale sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
44 days
Typical time on market
107.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Cottondale, AL 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 Cottondale 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 Cottondale 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
Cottondale Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Cottondale 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 Cottondale?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Cottondale area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Cottondale market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Cottondale mean for sellers?
Cottondale's median sale price is $197,806 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.
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 Cottondale 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 Cottondale 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 Cottondale 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 Cottondale realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Cottondale 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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