Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Rio Vista, CA
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Top Agent
Top 0.4%
in Rio Vista, CA
$172.3M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $12.5M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Rio Vista, CA
$1.15B
All-Time Sales
$390K - $2.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.2%
in Rio Vista, CA
$426.8M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$178.7M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $3.9M
Price Range
8
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Top AgentTop 4.8%
in Rio Vista, CA
$278.3M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$642.9M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $6.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(73)
Vincent Rossi
Keller Williams Realty – East Bay
14 Years of experience
83+ Sales in the last 12 months
$351.4M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$379.9M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $5.7M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$957.3M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $2.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$172.1M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $2.3M
Price Range
4
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Top Agent$245M
All-Time Sales
$710K - $4.1M
Price Range
4
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Top AgentTop 6%
in Rio Vista, CA
$137.9M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $12.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$174.8M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Richard Peterson
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
13 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$19.7M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.1M
Price Range
3
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Top AgentTop 6.8%
in Rio Vista, CA
$77.4M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$736.9M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $4.5M
Price Range
3
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Top Agent$102.7M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $1.8M
Price Range
3
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Top Agent$162.8M
All-Time Sales
$790K - $4M
Price Range
3
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Top Agent$98.8M
All-Time Sales
$580K - $1.8M
Price Range
3
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Top Agent(8)
Matthew Thomas
Culbertson and Gray, powered by eXp Realty of California, I
24 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$78M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $3.1M
Price Range
3
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Top AgentTop 8.4%
in Rio Vista, CA
$708.7M
All-Time Sales
$1.4M - $530M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$140.1M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10%
in Rio Vista, CA
$66.9M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(120)
Sandra Lucas
Realty World - The Lucas Group
21 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
$257M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.2%
in Rio Vista, CA
$19.8M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $2.5M
Price Range
Rio vista Housing Market Trends
Homes in Rio vista take a median 76 days to sell, go for 98.07% of asking, prices are down 4.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
6.1 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$439,709
median sale price
How fast they sell
76 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
6.1 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Rio Vista.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Rio Vista agents whose results fit it.
Rio Vista agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 21 days, the Rio Vista market in 76
median sale price in Rio Vista
Do Top Rio Vista Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Rio Vista sell in a median of 21 days, compared with the Rio Vista market median of 76 days on market.
About 55 days faster (72% quicker than the Rio Vista market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Rio Vista agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Rio Vista market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Rio Vista?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Rio Vista sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
68 days
Typical time on market
99.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Rio Vista, 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 Rio Vista Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline: a median sale price of $439,709 and a median of 76 days on market in zip code 94571. Reading the competitive indicators together tells a clearer story than any single figure. With 6.1 months of supply, 42.5% of listings recording price reductions, and only 13.1% of homes selling above asking, negotiating leverage currently sits closer to the buyer's side of the table in Rio Vista. The average sale-to-list ratio of 98.07% confirms that most closings land below the original ask.
For a buyer, this combination means there is room to structure offers with contingencies and to open below list on properties that have lingered past the 76-day median. Homes that move fast still exist (15.4% leave the market within two weeks), so pricing accuracy separates the two outcomes. For a seller, the 42.5% price-drop share is the key signal: overpricing at listing almost guarantees a later reduction and a longer time to close. Setting a realistic number against the $260.49 per square foot benchmark and the 125 active listings you compete with protects your final proceeds.
With 90 new listings and 78 pending sales in a typical month, activity remains steady even as conditions favor patient buyers. Prices moved -4.9% year over year, which reshapes how both sides approach value. Rio Vista has 250 licensed agents, and choosing one who reads these indicators correctly is the difference between guessing and pricing on evidence.
What Rio Vista Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Rio Vista 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 | $439,709 |
| Down payment (20%) | $87,942 |
| Loan amount | $351,767 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,132 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $439,709 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Rio Vista MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Rio Vista Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the data that actually predicts results. In Rio Vista, EffectiveAgents analyzed 237 transactions to rank 49 agents out of 250 licensed locally, focusing on measured negotiation outcomes rather than advertising reach. The top-ranked agent, Ralene Nelson at RE/MAX Grupe Gold, has closed 458 career transactions with $172.3M in all-time sales volume, a track record that matters in a market where 42.5% of listings take a price cut before selling. In a market averaging a 98.07% sale-to-list ratio, an agent who negotiates even a few points of that gap protects real dollars for clients on both sides. Verified agents in the 94571 area work single-family listings, waterfront and Delta-adjacent properties, and in-town resales, each requiring different pricing strategy given the current 76-day median. When reviewing candidates, look at review patterns over time rather than a single testimonial: consistency across many closings, like the 18 reviews backing the top-ranked agent, signals repeatable performance instead of a lucky streak.
How We Rank Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista 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: August 2026
Rio Vista Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Rio Vista, CA?
The top-ranked agent in Rio Vista, CA by EffectiveAgents data is Ralene Nelson at RE/MAX Grupe Gold, with 458 career transactions and $172.3M in all-time sales volume. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing 237 local transactions and measured outcomes such as sale-to-list performance and time to close. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, 49 meet the ranking threshold. The best fit still depends on your property type and goals, so compare verified track records before deciding.
How were these Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Rio Vista area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Rio Vista market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Rio Vista mean for sellers?
Rio Vista's median sale price is $439,709 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 Rio Vista?
In Rio Vista, the median time to sell is currently 76 days, before adding the roughly one to two months needed to close escrow. Year over year, market time reflects a -5 days change, so timelines are longer than many recent sellers expect. Several factors move that number: pricing accuracy against the $260.49 per square foot benchmark, property condition, and season. With 42.5% of listings taking a price cut, homes priced correctly at launch consistently sell faster than those that require a later reduction.
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 Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Rio Vista 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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