Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Tempe, AZ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.04%
in Tempe, AZ
$209.7M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.22%
in Tempe, AZ
$1.46B
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.37%
in Tempe, AZ
$874.8M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.44%
in Tempe, AZ
$710.8M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $7.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.48%
in Tempe, AZ
$414.2M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $5.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.55%
in Tempe, AZ
$453.7M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $4.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.62%
in Tempe, AZ
$802.7M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $4.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.7%
in Tempe, AZ
$163.2M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.95%
in Tempe, AZ
$261M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.03%
in Tempe, AZ
$160.6M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.1%
in Tempe, AZ
$316.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.25%
in Tempe, AZ
$1.52B
All-Time Sales
$620K - $28.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(161)
David Arustamian
Russ Lyon Sotheby's Internation Realty
17 Years of experience
134+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.28%
in Tempe, AZ
$667M
All-Time Sales
$650K - $7.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(177)
Brock & Jaime Blikre
My Home Group - The Blikre Team
9 Years of experience
313+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.43%
in Tempe, AZ
$437M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.5%
in Tempe, AZ
$132.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
James Goodman
Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living - The Goodman Taylor T
23 Years of experience
73+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.54%
in Tempe, AZ
$201.1M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.61%
in Tempe, AZ
$419.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $4.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.65%
in Tempe, AZ
$326M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.7M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
Jillian Haefs
Weichert Realtors Courtney Valleywide
9 Years of experience
47+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.72%
in Tempe, AZ
$90.1M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.98%
in Tempe, AZ
$985.6M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.02%
in Tempe, AZ
$89.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.09%
in Tempe, AZ
$75.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.5M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.17%
in Tempe, AZ
$166.8M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $3.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(43)
Kelly Henderson
Keller Williams Realty Phoenix
15 Years of experience
72+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.31%
in Tempe, AZ
$300.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $4.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.31%
in Tempe, AZ
$112.5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Tempe Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$483,000
-10.89% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
54
+5 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
97.22%
-0.21% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
13.0%
+0.5% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
28.3%
+4.7% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
34.3%
-4.6% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
3.4
Realtors in Tempe
2,725
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Tempe Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Tempe sell in a median of 24 days, compared with the Tempe market median of 54 days on market.
About 30 days faster (56% quicker than the Tempe market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Tempe agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Tempe market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Tempe?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Tempe sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around January.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
46 days
Typical time on market
98.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Tempe, 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Tempe
Median home values across Tempe, AZ neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Raintree
+45% over 5 years
$857K
Estate La Colina
+64% over 5 years
$635K
Sandahl
+75% over 5 years
$621K
Maple-Ash
+82% over 5 years
$552K
Shalimar
+93% over 5 years
$512K
Marlborough Park
+97% over 5 years
$495K
Scudder Park West
+69% over 5 years
$480K
Optimist Park SW
+80% over 5 years
$426K
Optimist Park NW
+79% over 5 years
$420K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Tempe Buyers and Sellers
Tempe currently reads as a market where negotiating leverage has shifted toward buyers, though not decisively. The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $483,000 against 3.4 months of supply, which sits in the range where neither side holds full control. Several indicators point the same direction: only 13.0% of homes closed above their asking price, 34.3% of active listings have already recorded a price reduction, and the median home now takes 54 days to sell. Together those figures tell buyers that patience carries weight, and that homes lingering past the two-week mark (only 28.3% sell that quickly) are often open to negotiation.
For a buyer deciding how to offer, the 97.22% sale-to-list ratio suggests that reasonable offers slightly under asking are frequently accepted, particularly on listings already carrying a price drop. Writing near list price makes sense only on fresh, well-priced inventory. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined initial pricing rather than testing the ceiling, because with 466 active listings competing and 167 new ones arriving monthly, an overpriced home quickly joins the third of listings forced to cut.
Against 152 pending sales and 138 closings in a typical month, execution matters more than ever when the tide is not lifting every property. Tempe has 2,725 licensed agents, but performance varies widely, which is where matching with a proven local specialist changes outcomes.
What Tempe Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Tempe 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 | $483,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $96,600 |
| Loan amount | $386,400 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,178 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.49% mortgage rate (as of July 9, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $483,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.49% (as of July 9, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Tempe MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Tempe Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign overlooks what actually drives results: transaction volume, negotiation record, and consistency across cycles. EffectiveAgents ranks 99 agents in Tempe out of 2,725 licensed locally, using 1,396 analyzed transactions to separate steady producers from occasional sellers. Our top-ranked agent, Hilary Sutter at My Home Group, has closed 551 transactions with $209.7M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in neighborhoods with distinct pricing dynamics, from the established streets of Escalante and Holdeman to newer demand in Tempe South Mountain. With the median home closing at 97.22% of list and 34.3% of listings cutting price, an agent who understands where to hold firm and where to concede protects real dollars at the negotiating table. Review patterns reinforce the numbers here: Sutter carries 56 reviews, and consistent, recent feedback across many closings is a more reliable signal than a handful of dated five-star ratings.
How We Rank Tempe 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 Tempe 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
Tempe Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Tempe, AZ?
The top-ranked agent in Tempe, AZ is Hilary Sutter at My Home Group, with 551 closed transactions and $209.7M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 1,396 local transactions and measuring completed sales, client reviews, and consistency rather than advertising presence. Of the 2,725 licensed agents in the area, only 99 meet our ranking criteria. The right match depends on your price point and neighborhood, so we recommend comparing several verified agents before deciding.
How were these Tempe 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 Tempe?
Our data covers 2,725 real estate agents serving the Tempe area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Tempe market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Tempe mean for sellers?
Tempe's median sale price is $483,000 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 Tempe?
The median home in Tempe currently takes 54 days to sell, and market time reflects a +5 days change from last year, so plan for a longer timeline than recent cycles. Actual speed depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location, since only 28.3% of homes sell within two weeks. With 34.3% of listings recording a price cut, homes priced correctly from the start consistently sell faster than those that test a high number and reduce later. A well-prepared, competitively priced listing remains the fastest path to closing.
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 Tempe 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 Tempe 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 Tempe 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 Tempe realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Tempe 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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