Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Cottonwood, AZ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(155)
Brandon Stockbridge
Stockbridge Real Estate
17 Years of experience
61+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.4%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$420.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$983.7M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $6.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$236.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(16)
Karen Boarman
Realty Executives AZ Territory
21 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.6%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$123.1M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.6%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$216.7M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $960K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$407.1M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$341.7M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.6%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$115.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 14%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$14.4M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$246.9M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$668.1M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Doreen Letson
United Country Arizona country real estate
24 Years of experience
71+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 17.6%
in Cottonwood, AZ
$71.9M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $1.1M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(185)
Paul Schneider
Realty One Group Mountain Desert
35 Years of experience
127+ Sales in the last 12 months
$827.2M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $6.6M
Price Range
2
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Top Agent(396)
Brad Bergamini
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
24 Years of experience
174+ Sales in the last 12 months
$647.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $3M
Price Range
2
Sold in Cottonwood, AZ
Top Agent(261)
James Rusch-Michener
Realty One Group Mountain Desert - Michener and Associates,
14 Years of experience
114+ Sales in the last 12 months
$573M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $28.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$424M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$244.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$227.6M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.7M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$117.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(51)
Adam Prather
eXp Realty | Enchant Real Estate Group
11 Years of experience
162+ Sales in the last 12 months
$373.9M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $4.6M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(16)
Ronnie DeBenedetta
West Usa Realty of Prescott
10 Years of experience
142+ Sales in the last 12 months
$312.9M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$92.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$99.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$229.2M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $4.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$69.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Cottonwood Housing Market Trends
Homes in Cottonwood take a median 89 days to sell, go for 97.22% of asking, prices are up 0.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$403,303
median sale price
How fast they sell
89 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Cottonwood.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Cottonwood agents whose results fit it.
Cottonwood agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 43 days, the Cottonwood market in 89
median sale price in Cottonwood
Do Top Cottonwood Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Cottonwood sell in a median of 43 days, compared with the Cottonwood market median of 89 days on market.
About 46 days faster (52% quicker than the Cottonwood market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Cottonwood agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Cottonwood market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Cottonwood?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Cottonwood sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in November. To hit that window, plan to list around September.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
November
Best month to sell
52 days
Typical time on market
98%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Cottonwood, AZ 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 Cottonwood Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Cottonwood operating as a measured, buyer-aware market, and the competitive indicators clarify where leverage actually sits. With 5.4 months of supply and 65 active listings against 12 homes sold monthly, inventory has room to accumulate rather than clear quickly. The clearest signal is that 38.6% of listings carried a price reduction, while only 2.8% of homes sold above asking and just 14.4% went off the market within two weeks. Taken together, that points to negotiating room on the buyer side for homes that have been listed for a while or priced ahead of comparable sales.
Median sale price moved +0.8% year over year to $403,303, at roughly $256.7 per square foot, so pricing remains firm even as time on market has stretched to a +24 days change, now sitting at 89. The sale-to-list ratio of 97.22% tells buyers that reasonable, data-supported offers below list are frequently accepted. For sellers, the takeaway is disciplined initial pricing: with 55 new listings and 48 pending sales monthly, homes priced to the recent comps avoid the reduction cycle that affects such a large share of the market.
Navigating this balance is where representation matters. Cottonwood has 250 licensed agents, and distinguishing between them on measured performance rather than visibility is the practical first step for anyone buying or selling in the 86326 area.
What Cottonwood Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Cottonwood 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 | $403,303 |
| Down payment (20%) | $80,661 |
| Loan amount | $322,642 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,877 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.32% mortgage rate (as of October 22, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $403,303 median home price with 20% down at 7.32% (as of October 22, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Cottonwood MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Cottonwood Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually predicts a good outcome: a documented record across many transactions and conditions. EffectiveAgents ranks 47 agents in Cottonwood based on measured results drawn from 195 analyzed transactions, which is a more reliable filter than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Brandon Stockbridge of Stockbridge Real Estate, has closed 1,226 transactions with $419.5M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 38.6% of listings see reductions and the sale-to-list ratio sits at 97.22%, because negotiation at that level means knowing which concessions move a deal and which leave money on the table. Whether a client is pricing a home in the 86326 area or structuring an offer against a 89 market, an agent who has repeatedly handled both sides reads the comps and the timing with precision. One useful habit when comparing agents is to study review patterns over time, looking for consistency across many clients rather than a handful of recent five-star entries. Stockbridge carries 155 reviews, a volume that makes those patterns legible.
How We Rank Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood 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
Cottonwood Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Cottonwood, AZ?
Rather than naming a single 'best' agent, EffectiveAgents ranks Cottonwood professionals using measured transaction data, closing history, and client review patterns. By that methodology, Brandon Stockbridge of Stockbridge Real Estate currently ranks at the top, with 1,226 career transactions, 155 reviews, and $419.5M in all-time sales volume. He is one of 47 ranked agents evaluated against the broader pool of 250 licensed agents in the area. The right fit still depends on your property, price range, and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Cottonwood area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Cottonwood market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Cottonwood mean for sellers?
Cottonwood's median sale price is $403,303 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 Cottonwood?
In Cottonwood, the median home takes 89 to sell, reflecting a +24 days change from a year ago as the market has balanced out. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location within the 86326 area. With 38.6% of listings requiring a price reduction, homes priced to recent comparable sales tend to move faster, while those priced ahead of the market often sit and then reduce. Seasonality, staging, and the current 5.4 months of supply also influence how quickly a home reaches contract.
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 Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Cottonwood 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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