Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Pelham, AL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(13)
Gene Darden
Southern Realty Specialists LLC/ Exp Realty
17 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.23%
in Pelham, AL
$177.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $3.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.46%
in Pelham, AL
$124.4M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.95%
in Pelham, AL
$245.7M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.41%
in Pelham, AL
$52.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.65%
in Pelham, AL
$55.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $800K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Timiya Milhouse
Kelly Right Realty
5 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.65%
in Pelham, AL
$31.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $730K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.37%
in Pelham, AL
$157.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $830K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.62%
in Pelham, AL
$152.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.62%
in Pelham, AL
$34.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $590K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.62%
in Pelham, AL
$25.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $570K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.62%
in Pelham, AL
$31.6M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $700K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.86%
in Pelham, AL
$114.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.86%
in Pelham, AL
$38.7M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $860K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.6%
in Pelham, AL
$178.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $21.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.85%
in Pelham, AL
$15.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $950K
Price Range
Top Agent(11)
Brandelyn Nelson
Keller Williams Metro South
10 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.34%
in Pelham, AL
$29.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $630K
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.34%
in Pelham, AL
$20.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $600K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 9.58%
in Pelham, AL
$31.9M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent(3)
Jonathan Chamness
Jonathan Chamness Realty Group
13 Years of experience
60+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.58%
in Pelham, AL
$25.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $910K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Darlene Rice
Real Estate Associates
22 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.57%
in Pelham, AL
$42.5M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $680K
Price Range
Top Agent(122)
Jonathan Hyatt
Keller Williams Realty Trussville
20 Years of experience
63+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.81%
in Pelham, AL
$166.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.81%
in Pelham, AL
$18.6M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $550K
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.06%
in Pelham, AL
$38.3M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 11.79%
in Pelham, AL
$150.1M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.04%
in Pelham, AL
$43.1M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $530K
Price Range
Pelham Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$365,017
-4.57% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
50
-12 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.72%
+0.57% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
27.6%
+2.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
49.8%
+6.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
21.5%
-1.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
3.6
Realtors in Pelham
358
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Pelham Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Pelham sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Pelham market median of 50 days on market.
About 20 days faster (40% quicker than the Pelham market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Pelham agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Pelham market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Pelham?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Pelham sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
56 days
Typical time on market
99.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Pelham, 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 Pelham Buyers and Sellers
Pelham's housing market currently shows a median sale price of $365,017, with the Housing Market Trends module above tracking a price movement of -4.6% year over year. The competitive indicators point to a market that is balanced but leaning toward buyers gaining room to negotiate. Homes are averaging 50 days on market, a -12 days change in market time, while 3.6 months of supply sits within the range that typically signals neither an extreme seller nor buyer advantage. At the same time, 21.5% of listings have recorded a price reduction, which tells a buyer that a meaningful share of sellers are re-pricing after initial listing.
The sale-to-list ratio of 99.72% indicates that homes are closing very close to asking, and 27.6% of homes still sell above list price. That split matters for strategy. With 49.8% of properties leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced homes in the 35124 area move quickly, while overpriced listings account for much of the price-drop activity. For a buyer, that means competing aggressively on turnkey listings but leveraging longer days on market elsewhere. For a seller, pricing at or slightly below comparable sales protects against joining the 21.5% of reduced listings.
With 166 active listings against 47 monthly sales and 150 pending, absorption remains steady. Pelham has 358 licensed agents, so identifying who actually performs in this specific pricing environment is where verified data becomes valuable.
What Pelham Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Pelham 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 | $365,017 |
| Down payment (20%) | $73,003 |
| Loan amount | $292,014 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,521 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $365,017 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Pelham MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Pelham Realtor
Choosing an agent in Pelham deserves more scrutiny than name recognition or a familiar yard sign. Transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and consistency across price points reveal far more about how an agent will perform on your specific sale or purchase. EffectiveAgents analyzed 507 transactions to rank local performers on measured results rather than reputation. The top-ranked agent, Gene Darden at Southern Realty Specialists LLC / eXp Realty, has closed 700 transactions with $177.4M in all-time sales volume. In a market where homes sell at 99.72% of list and 27.6% close above asking, negotiation skill directly affects your bottom line, whether you are protecting equity as a seller or avoiding overpayment as a buyer within the 35124 zip code. Across Pelham's 358 licensed agents, only 62 met the verified performance thresholds for ranking. When reviewing candidates, look at review patterns over time rather than a single testimonial, since consistent feedback across many closings is a stronger signal than volume alone.
How We Rank Pelham 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 Pelham 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: July 2026
Pelham Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Pelham, AL?
The top-ranked agent in Pelham, AL based on verified performance data is Gene Darden at Southern Realty Specialists LLC / eXp Realty, with 700 closed transactions and $177.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing 507 transactions across measured outcomes rather than advertising or name recognition. Of 358 licensed agents in the area, only 62 qualified for ranking. The right agent depends on your price range, timeline, and whether you are buying or selling, so compare several ranked profiles before deciding.
How were these Pelham 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 Pelham?
Our data covers 358 real estate agents serving the Pelham area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Pelham market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Pelham mean for sellers?
Pelham's median sale price is $365,017 as of July 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 Pelham?
Homes in Pelham currently take a median of 50 days to sell, reflecting a -12 days change in market time versus last year. Actual timelines vary widely by pricing and condition. With 49.8% of homes going under contract within two weeks, well-priced and move-in-ready listings move quickly, while homes needing repairs or priced above comparable sales linger and often join the 21.5% of listings that reduce their price. Accurate initial pricing, staging, and photography remain the strongest levers for a faster sale.
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 Pelham 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 Pelham 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 Pelham 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 Pelham realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Pelham 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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