Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Red Bluff, CA

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    Luci Hawes

    LPT Realty, Inc.

    24 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    $55.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $900K

    Price Range

    2%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Wayne Martin

    Real Estate 1

    29 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.4%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    $278.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Justin Jones

    Waterman Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    91+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.8%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    $284.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Kristin Minugh

    Lifestyle Redding Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.8%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    $112.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ernest Salinas

    eXp Realty of California Inc.

    10 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $104.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $2M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Hannah Swain

    The Real Estate Group

    12 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $64M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $890K

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Heather Boer

    HB Ranch and Home Properties

    12 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.4%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    $105.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $5.3M

    Price Range

    10%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brandi Laffins

    Re/Max of Chico | Laffins Real Estate Team

    34 Years of experience

    201+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $545.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $4.1M

    Price Range

    4

    Sold in Red Bluff, CA

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    Mike Stearns

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

    24 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $60M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $930K

    Price Range

    9%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Lee McLeod

    Remax Top Properties

    21 Years of experience

    Top 1.2%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    149

    Sold in Red Bluff, CA

    9

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Shane Budden

    Coldwell Banker C&c Red Bluff

    39 Years of experience

    Top 2%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    103

    Sold in Red Bluff, CA

    1987

    Year Licensed

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    (10)

    Kenneth Robison

    Remax Top Properties

    Top 2.8%

    in Red Bluff, CA

    100

    Sold in Red Bluff, CA

    2

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Red Bluff agents whose results fit it.

    Red Bluff agents analyzed for these rankings

    days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 33 days, the Red Bluff market in 54

    median sale price in Red Bluff

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    Do Top Red Bluff Agents Sell Faster?

    The 9 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Red Bluff sell in a median of 33 days, compared with the Red Bluff market median of 54 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents33 days
    Red Bluff market54 days

    About 21 days faster (39% quicker than the Red Bluff market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Red Bluff agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Red Bluff market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Red Bluff?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Red Bluff 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)

    67Jan79Feb43Mar63Apr38May43Jun39Jul49Aug57Sep55Oct54Nov68Dec

    November

    Best month to sell

    54 days

    Typical time on market

    99.2%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Red Bluff, 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.

    What These Numbers Mean for Red Bluff Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above tracks a Red Bluff market that reads as balanced to moderately competitive. With 2.6 months of supply and a median sale price of $276,868 that moved -4.5% year over year, neither side holds an overwhelming advantage. The clearest signal sits in the competitive indicators: only 15.7% of homes sold above list, while 32.7% of active listings recorded a price reduction. When more than a third of sellers are cutting prices and fewer than a quarter of homes (22.5%) leave the market within two weeks, negotiating leverage tilts toward buyers who are patient and prepared.

    For a buyer, this combination means offers near or slightly below asking are realistic on properties that have lingered past the 54-day median. The high price-drop share suggests many listings entered the market above what the data supports, so anchoring an offer to recent price-per-square-foot of $215.76 is a defensible strategy. The 98.43% sale-to-list ratio confirms most closings settle just under asking.

    For a seller, accurate initial pricing matters more than ever. With 44 active listings competing against 45 new arrivals each month, homes priced ahead of the market are the ones absorbing reductions and extended time. Pricing to the 44 pending-sale demand level, rather than to aspiration, is what protects a seller's final number. Across 250 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and a hopeful one shows up directly in days on market and net proceeds.

    What Red Bluff Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Red Bluff goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Red Bluff
    $88,400
    Median home price$276,868
    Down payment (20%)$55,374
    Loan amount$221,494
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,062

    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.

    Red Bluff Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 54 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.43%
    Price Trend (YoY) -4.5%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,062
    Principal & Interest
    $1,522
    Property Taxes
    $265
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $276,868 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.

    Red Bluff Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $290,005
    Today $276,868
    -4.5%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 43 days
    Today 54 days
    +11 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 97.2%
    Today 98.43%
    +1.22%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved -4.5% while the market saw a +11 days change in market time and a sale-to-list shift of +1.22%. For buyers, longer time on market widens the window to negotiate and inspect without pressure. For sellers, that same trend means the quick, above-ask sales of the recent past are less common, and realistic pricing is now the primary lever for a timely close.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Red Bluff MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Red Bluff Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: measured results across real closings. In a market where 32.7% of listings take a price cut and homes sit a median of 54 days, the difference between agents is measurable in pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes. Our top-ranked Red Bluff agent, Luci Hawes at LPT Realty, Inc., has closed 154 transactions with $47.9M in all-time sales volume, a track record that reflects experience across changing conditions. That volume matters when only 15.7% of homes clear above list, because pricing and offer strategy directly determine net proceeds. Serving properties throughout Red Bluff and the 96080 zip code, experienced agents translate the 98.43% sale-to-list reality into offers and counteroffers that hold. EffectiveAgents ranks 27 agents in the area after analyzing 141 transactions. One useful signal beyond transaction count is review consistency: Luci Hawes carries 45 reviews, and patterns across many reviews reveal how an agent communicates and negotiates over time, not just in a single deal.

    How We Rank Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff 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

    Red Bluff Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Red Bluff, CA?

    The top-ranked agent in Red Bluff, CA by our analysis is Luci Hawes at LPT Realty, Inc., with 154 closed transactions, 45 client reviews, and $47.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or name recognition. We analyze 141 local transactions and evaluate agents on verified sales history, pricing accuracy, and client review patterns. From 250 licensed agents, we surface the 27 with the strongest measured results, so you can compare performance rather than reputation alone.

    How were these Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Red Bluff area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Red Bluff market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Red Bluff mean for sellers?

    Red Bluff's median sale price is $276,868 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 Red Bluff?

    Homes in Red Bluff currently take a median of 54 days to sell, and that timeline reflects a +11 days change in market time versus a year ago. Several factors move an individual home's timeline: pricing relative to the $215.76 price-per-square-foot benchmark, condition, and season. With 32.7% of listings taking reductions, homes priced accurately from the start tend to close faster, while overpriced listings often absorb a cut before selling. Working with an agent who prices to the 98.43% sale-to-list reality shortens time on market.

    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 Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Red Bluff 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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