Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in El Cerrito, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.57%
in El Cerrito, CA
$114M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $2.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.16%
in El Cerrito, CA
$164.9M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $3.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.73%
in El Cerrito, CA
$535.8M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $7.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(81)
Mariama Gebeyehou
Security Pacific Real Estate Brokerage
12 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.02%
in El Cerrito, CA
$185.3M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(19)
Tomaj Trenda
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
21 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.3%
in El Cerrito, CA
$76.2M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $2M
Price Range
Top Agent(787)
Marty Rodriguez
CENTURY 21 Marty Rodriguez
48 Years of experience
198+ Sales in the last 12 months
$323.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(214)
Jim Holbrook
Performance Realty Estates and Homes
21 Years of experience
87+ Sales in the last 12 months
$154.6M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $1.6M
Price Range
229
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$358.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $3.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$425.4M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$290.7M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(146)
Brenda Geraci
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY COLLEGE PARK
24 Years of experience
49+ Sales in the last 12 months
$240.8M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $5.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$186M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$247.5M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$110.4M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.4M
Price Range
311
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$135.3M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(35)
Wendy Martinez
Realty Masters and associates
21 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
$164.3M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$331.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $3.5M
Price Range
245
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$126.5M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
Robert Smith - CA
Realty Masters & Associates
17 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$53.3M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(32)
Benjamin Perez Jr
Century 21 PrimeTime Realtors
19 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
$52.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2M
Price Range
115
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$61.9M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $1.4M
Price Range
106
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$13.5M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $800K
Price Range
35
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(2)
Skyler Morehouse
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
4 Years of experience
4+ Sales in the last 12 months
$5.3M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $1.2M
Price Range
7
Total Number Of Homes Sold
El cerrito Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$490,000
-31.47% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
48
+16 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
97.03%
-3.06% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
80.0%
+80.0% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
16.7%
Months of Supply
12.0
Realtors in El cerrito
349
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top El Cerrito Agents Sell Faster?
The 23 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in El Cerrito sell in a median of 24 days, compared with the El Cerrito market median of 48 days on market.
About 24 days faster (50% quicker than the El Cerrito market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked El Cerrito agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the El Cerrito market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in El Cerrito?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in El Cerrito sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
15 days
Typical time on market
124%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of El Cerrito, CA 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito 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
El Cerrito Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito?
Our data covers 349 real estate agents serving the El Cerrito area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our El Cerrito market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in El Cerrito mean for sellers?
El Cerrito's median sale price is $490,000 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.
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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in El Cerrito 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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