Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Redwood City, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.43%
in Redwood City, CA
$527.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.4M - $6.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$462.3M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4.2M
Price Range
106
Sold in Redwood City, CA
Top AgentTop 0.87%
in Redwood City, CA
$669.3M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.59%
in Redwood City, CA
$415.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.3M - $8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.73%
in Redwood City, CA
$760.2M
All-Time Sales
$900K - $5.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(8)
Bob Bredel
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
21 Years of experience
61+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.02%
in Redwood City, CA
$956.5M
All-Time Sales
$1.8M - $6.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.74%
in Redwood City, CA
$1.45B
All-Time Sales
$950K - $6.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.03%
in Redwood City, CA
$1.26B
All-Time Sales
$850K - $11.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.61%
in Redwood City, CA
$279.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.6M - $4.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.75%
in Redwood City, CA
$1.29B
All-Time Sales
$1.5M - $8.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.04%
in Redwood City, CA
$497.2M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $7.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(41)
Philip Watson
Christie’s International Sereno Group
36 Years of experience
40+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.18%
in Redwood City, CA
$857.8M
All-Time Sales
$960K - $5.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(541)
Julie Wyss
Keller Williams Bay Area Estates
26 Years of experience
155+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.62%
in Redwood City, CA
$2.26B
All-Time Sales
$1M - $6.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.91%
in Redwood City, CA
$725.8M
All-Time Sales
$2.2M - $16M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.19%
in Redwood City, CA
$137.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.48%
in Redwood City, CA
$438.9M
All-Time Sales
$1.5M - $7.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.77%
in Redwood City, CA
$922.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $7.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.78%
in Redwood City, CA
$335.2M
All-Time Sales
$2.2M - $10.4M
Price Range
Top Agent$975.1M
All-Time Sales
$610K - $5.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.79%
in Redwood City, CA
$833.3M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $8.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$249.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $4.6M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$153.5M
All-Time Sales
$880K - $4.2M
Price Range
7
Sold in Redwood City, CA
Top AgentTop 9.24%
in Redwood City, CA
$182.8M
All-Time Sales
$1.9M - $7.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$567.4M
All-Time Sales
$2.7M - $10.9M
Price Range
6
Sold in Redwood City, CA
Top Agent$335.7M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Redwood city Housing Market Trends
Homes in Redwood city take a median 15 days to sell, go for 105.36% of asking, prices are up 3.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.3 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$1,923,727
median sale price
How fast they sell
15 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.3 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Redwood City.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Redwood City agents whose results fit it.
Redwood City agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 12 days, the Redwood City market in 15
median sale price in Redwood City
Do Top Redwood City Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Redwood City sell in a median of 12 days, compared with the Redwood City market median of 15 days on market.
About 3 days faster (20% quicker than the Redwood City market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Redwood City agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Redwood City market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Redwood City?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Redwood City sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
11 days
Typical time on market
106%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Redwood 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Redwood City
Median home values across Redwood City, CA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Canyon
+68% over 5 years
$2.49M
Eagle Hill
+72% over 5 years
$2.09M
Woodside Plaza
+75% over 5 years
$2.06M
Redwood Shores
+64% over 5 years
$1.80M
Friendly Acres
+82% over 5 years
$1.45M
Downtown
+69% over 5 years
$1.29M
Redwood Village
+73% over 5 years
$1.24M
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Redwood City Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames Redwood City as a market where sellers currently hold measurable leverage. With a median sale price of $1,923,727 and 59.6% of homes selling above their asking price, buyers are routinely competing past list. That competitive pressure is confirmed by an average sale-to-list ratio of 105.36% and a median of just 15 days on market, meaning well-positioned listings move quickly once they hit the market. Months of supply sits at 1.3, comfortably inside seller-favorable territory, with 51.7% of homes going off the market within two weeks.
For a buyer, this combination argues for disciplined but decisive offers. When nearly half of inventory clears in fourteen days and homes close above ask, waiting for a price concession rarely works on the most desirable properties. Yet the 21.1% of listings that recorded price cuts signals that overpriced or lingering homes do exist, and those present real negotiating room. The gap between fast movers and stale listings is where leverage actually lives.
For a seller, pricing accuracy matters more than optimism. The current sale-to-list dynamic rewards homes priced to attract multiple offers rather than homes priced above the market that then require reductions. Sellers who anchor high risk joining the 21.1% share of listings that cut. With 693 licensed agents active in the area, outcomes vary widely depending on who prices and markets the home. Understanding which segment your property falls into, fast mover or price-sensitive, is the single most useful read a local agent can provide.
What Redwood City Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Redwood City 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 | $1,923,727 |
| Down payment (20%) | $384,745 |
| Loan amount | $1,538,982 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $12,389 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,923,727 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Redwood City MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Redwood City Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation results, and consistent client feedback. In a market where 59.6% of homes close above list, the ability to price precisely and manage competing offers is measurable, not cosmetic. Among the 98 EffectiveAgents-ranked professionals serving Redwood City, Caroline Dinsmore at Engel & Voelkers stands out with 305 career transactions and $527.4M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters across neighborhoods with distinct dynamics, from the waterfront profile of Redwood Shores to the established demand in Woodside Plaza and the tighter inventory around Farm Hill. An agent who has negotiated through multiple offer cycles understands how to read whether a listing belongs among the fast movers or the 21.1% of homes that ultimately cut price. Review patterns are equally telling: Caroline Dinsmore holds 71 verified client reviews, and consistent feedback across a large transaction base is a stronger signal than a handful of glowing testimonials. When evaluating any agent, look for that combination of volume and sustained review history.
How We Rank Redwood 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 Redwood 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.
693
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
Redwood City Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Redwood City, CA?
The top-ranked agent in Redwood City, CA by verified performance is Caroline Dinsmore at Engel & Voelkers, with 305 completed transactions, 71 client reviews, and $527.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using an objective methodology that analyzes closed transactions, sale outcomes, and review consistency rather than advertising spend. Of the 693 licensed agents in the area, 98 meet our ranking criteria. The right agent for you depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked profiles before deciding.
How were these Redwood 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 Redwood City?
Our data covers 693 real estate agents serving the Redwood City area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Redwood City market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Redwood City mean for sellers?
Redwood City's median sale price is $1,923,727 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Redwood City?
Homes in Redwood City currently sell in a median of 15 days, though that figure reflects a -6 days change in market time compared to last year. With 51.7% of listings going off the market within two weeks, well-priced homes in strong condition often move fastest. Timeline depends heavily on pricing accuracy, location, and preparation. Homes priced above the market frequently join the 21.1% of listings that require a reduction, which extends the process. An experienced local agent can estimate a realistic timeline for your specific property and neighborhood.
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 Redwood 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 Redwood 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 Redwood 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 Redwood City realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Redwood 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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