Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Madison, AL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.16%
in Madison, AL
$479.5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.43%
in Madison, AL
$586.4M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.49%
in Madison, AL
$205.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.54%
in Madison, AL
$100.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $750K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.76%
in Madison, AL
$131.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.14%
in Madison, AL
$244.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.36%
in Madison, AL
$61.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.33%
in Madison, AL
$40.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.77%
in Madison, AL
$88.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.53%
in Madison, AL
$32.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $830K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.75%
in Madison, AL
$172.9M
All-Time Sales
$850K - $125M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.02%
in Madison, AL
$17M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $480K
Price Range
Top Agent
(10)
Clint Peters
eXp Realty LLC -- Northern Branch
9 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.4%
in Madison, AL
$37.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $760K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.51%
in Madison, AL
$99M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $750K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.67%
in Madison, AL
$21.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $500K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.72%
in Madison, AL
$19.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $550K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Karen Hodges
ROI Realty, LLC.
14 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.21%
in Madison, AL
$18M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $550K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.32%
in Madison, AL
$132.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.48%
in Madison, AL
$43M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.59%
in Madison, AL
$2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $400K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
James Flatt
Sparkman Developers
10 Years of experience
0+ Sales in the last 12 months
2016
Year Licensed
10
Years Experience
Madison Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$450,000
+2.42% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
52
-1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.48%
-0.84% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
15.2%
-9.8% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
43.0%
+25.7% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
20.0%
-3.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
3.2
Realtors in Madison
1,842
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Madison Agents Sell Faster?
The 21 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Madison sell in a median of 21 days, compared with the Madison market median of 52 days on market.
About 31 days faster (60% quicker than the Madison market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Madison agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Madison market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Madison?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Madison 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)
July
Best month to sell
43 days
Typical time on market
99.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Madison, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Madison Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames a Madison market where negotiating leverage is more balanced than headline prices alone suggest. With a median sale price of $450,000 moving +2.4% year over year and homes trading at a 98.48% sale-to-list ratio, sellers still command close to their asking figures. Yet the supporting indicators point to real openings for prepared buyers. Only 15.2% of homes sold above list, roughly 20.0% of active listings recorded a price reduction, and 3.2 months of supply sits within the range most analysts consider a transitioning market rather than a strict seller's market.
At the same time, 43.0% of listings left the market within two weeks, so correctly priced, move-in-ready homes still attract fast, competitive interest. The practical read for a buyer: homes carrying a price drop or lingering past the 52-day median median are candidates for offers below list and for concessions, while fresh, sharply priced listings warrant your strongest terms up front. For a seller, the 20.0% price-drop share is a warning against overpricing. Listings priced to the $172.919 per-square-foot benchmark and the current 315 units of competition are the ones clearing quickly.
With 137 new listings and 93 pending sales monthly against 99 closings, absorption is steady rather than frantic. Navigating these crosscurrents rewards local expertise, and among the 1,842 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and guesswork is measurable in both days on market and net proceeds.
What Madison Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Madison 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 | $450,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $90,000 |
| Loan amount | $360,000 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,993 |
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 $450,000 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 Madison MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Madison Realtor
Choosing a real estate agent on name recognition or a familiar sign in the yard often overlooks what actually drives results: a documented track record and a pattern of satisfied clients. In Madison, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 844 transactions to rank 54 agents from a pool of 1,842 licensed professionals. The top-ranked agent, Samantha Walker of Capstone Realty, has closed 1,746 transactions and $479.5M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in negotiation, because an agent who has priced and closed hundreds of homes reads the current 98.48% sale-to-list environment and the 20.0% price-drop share with practical instinct rather than guesswork. Across zip codes 35756, 35757, and 35758, that experience translates into pricing decisions calibrated to the $172.919 per-square-foot benchmark and offer strategies matched to how fast a given listing is moving. Just as telling as transaction count is review depth: Walker's 356 reviews reflect a consistency that a handful of testimonials cannot demonstrate. When comparing agents, weigh sustained review patterns alongside raw sales figures.
How We Rank Madison 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 Madison 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
Madison Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Madison, AL?
The highest-ranked agent in Madison, AL by EffectiveAgents' methodology is Samantha Walker of Capstone Realty, with 1,746 career transactions, 356 client reviews, and $479.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims. We analyze verified closing data, transaction history, and review patterns across 844 local transactions to identify 54 top performers among 1,842 licensed agents. The best fit still depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Madison 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 Madison?
Our data covers 1,842 real estate agents serving the Madison area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Madison market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Madison mean for sellers?
Madison's median sale price is $450,000 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 Madison?
Homes in Madison currently take a median of 52 days to sell, though that figure spans quick and slow outcomes. With 43.0% of listings going under contract within two weeks, sharply priced, move-in-ready homes can sell far faster than the median. Meanwhile, 20.0% of listings needed a price reduction, and those typically sit longer. Your timeline depends on pricing accuracy relative to the $172.919 per-square-foot benchmark, condition, location among zip codes 35756, 35757, and 35758, and how you stage and market the property against the 315 competing listings.
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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Madison 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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