Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Nevada City, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.33%
in Nevada City, CA
$605M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $4.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.99%
in Nevada City, CA
$537.2M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.32%
in Nevada City, CA
$123.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $5.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$183.9M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.98%
in Nevada City, CA
$88.3M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $2.1M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$73.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$50.2M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$335.7M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(50)
Kelly McCarthy
eXp Realty - McCarthy Real Estate Team
15 Years of experience
96+ Sales in the last 12 months
$310.6M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 19.21%
in Nevada City, CA
$465.1M
All-Time Sales
$3M - $424M
Price Range
Top Agent$155.6M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $4.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$9.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $800K
Price Range
2
Sold in Nevada City, CA
Top Agent$121.9M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $1.7M
Price Range
1
Sold in Nevada City, CA
Top Agent(3)
Alexander Shive Salvador
Keller Williams Realty
22 Years of experience
19+ Sales in the last 12 months
$91.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(11)
Jovanah Vigil
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
11 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
$128M
All-Time Sales
$740K - $8.6M
Price Range
139
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(2)
Michelle Vandeburgh
Keller Williams Realty Yuba-Sutr
8 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
$49.4M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
1
Sold in Nevada City, CA
Top Agent$66.5M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.9M
Price Range
1
Sold in Nevada City, CA
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Sally Long Johns
Coldwell Banker
24 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
$59.3M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.1M
Price Range
1
Sold in Nevada City, CA
Nevada city Housing Market Trends
Homes in Nevada city take a median 19 days to sell, go for 99.61% of asking, prices are down 11.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.1 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$537,145
median sale price
How fast they sell
19 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.1 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Nevada City.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Nevada City agents whose results fit it.
Nevada City agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Nevada City
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Nevada City?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Nevada City sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
22 days
Typical time on market
102.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Nevada City, 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 Nevada City 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 Nevada City 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.
302
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: August 2026
Nevada City Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Nevada City 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 Nevada City?
Our data covers 302 real estate agents serving the Nevada City area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Nevada City market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Nevada City mean for sellers?
Nevada City's median sale price is $537,145 as of August 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 Nevada City 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 Nevada City 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 Nevada City 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 Nevada City realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Nevada City 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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