Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in San Jose, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated June 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(540)
Julie Wyss
Keller Williams Bay Area Estates
26 Years of experience
168+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.01%
in San Jose, CA
$2.25B
All-Time Sales
$1M - $7.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.02%
in San Jose, CA
$963.9M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $5.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.04%
in San Jose, CA
$902.3M
All-Time Sales
$620K - $5.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.06%
in San Jose, CA
$1.24B
All-Time Sales
$840K - $8.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.08%
in San Jose, CA
$821.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $8.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
Cristina Gonzalez
Keller Williams Silicon Valley
20 Years of experience
4+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.16%
in San Jose, CA
$237.5M
All-Time Sales
$840K - $3.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.17%
in San Jose, CA
$908M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $7.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.19%
in San Jose, CA
$114.1M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.21%
in San Jose, CA
$435.6M
All-Time Sales
$1.3M - $5.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.25%
in San Jose, CA
$861M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.27%
in San Jose, CA
$177M
All-Time Sales
$750K - $3.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.31%
in San Jose, CA
$156.2M
All-Time Sales
$840K - $3.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.32%
in San Jose, CA
$380.7M
All-Time Sales
$960K - $4.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.35%
in San Jose, CA
$398.3M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $4.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(179)
Susan Fixsen
Pacific Oak Real Estate Services
20 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.44%
in San Jose, CA
$462.2M
All-Time Sales
$610K - $3.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.46%
in San Jose, CA
$112.5M
All-Time Sales
$780K - $3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.47%
in San Jose, CA
$287.8M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $4.3M
Price Range
Top Agent(108)
Amy Mccafferty
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
39 Years of experience
78+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.5%
in San Jose, CA
$695.1M
All-Time Sales
$2.6M - $11M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.51%
in San Jose, CA
$491.9M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $7.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.53%
in San Jose, CA
$338.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.8M - $14M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.59%
in San Jose, CA
$243.9M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $4.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.61%
in San Jose, CA
$96M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $11.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.63%
in San Jose, CA
$100.9M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $2.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.64%
in San Jose, CA
$101.9M
All-Time Sales
$970K - $4.1M
Price Range
Top Agent(2)
Timothy Alston
Keller Williams Realty - Silicon Valley
24 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.66%
in San Jose, CA
$117.6M
All-Time Sales
$710K - $3.3M
Price Range
San jose Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$1,469,200
-0.76% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
15
+1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
102.74%
-0.82% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
53.2%
-5.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
42.4%
-5.3% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
29.4%
+3.3% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.9
Realtors in San jose
12,443
Verified MLS market data through June 2026.
Do Top San Jose Agents Sell Faster?
The 22 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in San Jose sell in a median of 12 days, compared with the San Jose market median of 15 days on market.
About 3 days faster (20% quicker than the San Jose market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked San Jose agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the San Jose market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in San Jose?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in San Jose 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
104.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of San Jose, 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 San Jose
Median home values across San Jose, CA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Almaden Valley
+57% over 5 years
$1.84M
West San Jose
+58% over 5 years
$1.81M
Willow Glen
+64% over 5 years
$1.57M
Cambrian Park
+63% over 5 years
$1.51M
Rose Garden
+61% over 5 years
$1.45M
Berryessa
+72% over 5 years
$1.39M
Evergreen
+71% over 5 years
$1.38M
Blossom Valley
+78% over 5 years
$1.24M
Santa Teresa
+72% over 5 years
$1.18M
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for San Jose Buyers and Sellers
San Jose's housing market, detailed in the Housing Market Trends module above, presents a mixed picture that rewards careful reading. The median sale price sits at $1,469,200, moving -0.8% year over year, while homes now sell in a median of 15 days, a +1 day change in market time. With 1.9 months of supply and 1,054 active listings against 565 monthly sales, conditions still tilt toward sellers, but the leverage is softening. The clearest evidence of that shift is 29.4% of listings carrying price reductions, a meaningful figure that signals many sellers are pricing above what buyers will accept.
That tension defines negotiating dynamics. On one side, 53.2% of homes sold above asking and 42.4% left the market within two weeks, so well-priced, move-in-ready homes still draw competition and an average sale-to-list ratio of 102.74%. On the other side, more than a third of sellers cut prices, meaning overpriced listings sit and become negotiable. For a buyer, the strategy is selectivity: move quickly and firmly on sharply priced homes, but negotiate hard on anything that has lingered past the median. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined initial pricing rather than testing an aspirational number and chasing the market down.
With 12,443 licensed agents operating across the metro, outcomes vary widely by who represents you. The gap between a home that sells above list in two weeks and one that absorbs multiple price drops often traces back to pricing and marketing execution. This is where working with a verified, top-performing agent measurably changes results in a market this segmented.
What San Jose Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in San Jose 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 | $1,469,200 |
| Down payment (20%) | $293,840 |
| Loan amount | $1,175,360 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $9,260 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,469,200 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from San Jose MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a San Jose Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: verified transaction volume, negotiation outcomes, and consistency across neighborhoods. In a market where 29.4% of listings require price cuts, the difference between an average and a top-performing agent is measurable in both timeline and final price. Among the 12,443 licensed agents in San Jose, EffectiveAgents has ranked 143 based on analyzed performance data. The top-ranked agent, Doug Goss at Keller Williams Bay Area Estates, has closed 1,282 transactions with $962.0M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters when negotiating in areas as varied as Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, and Evergreen, where pricing dynamics and buyer demand differ block by block. An agent who understands why Cambrian Park moves differently from Downtown can position a listing to sell within the 15-day median rather than joining the third of listings that reduce price. Doug Goss carries 125 reviews, and reviewing patterns across ratings, repeat clients, and specific transaction feedback tells you far more than a single headline number ever could.
How We Rank San Jose 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 San Jose 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: June 2026
San Jose Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in San Jose, CA?
The top-ranked agent in San Jose, CA, is currently Doug Goss at Keller Williams Bay Area Estates, with 1,282 verified transactions and $962.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing objective performance data, including transaction count, sale-to-list ratios, and client review history, rather than advertising spend. Of the 12,443 licensed agents in the area, only 143 meet our ranking criteria. The best agent for you depends on your neighborhood and price point, so we recommend comparing several verified matches before deciding.
How were these San Jose 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 San Jose?
Our data covers 12,443 real estate agents serving the San Jose area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our San Jose market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in San Jose mean for sellers?
San Jose's median sale price is $1,469,200 as of June 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 San Jose?
Homes in San Jose currently sell in a median of 15 days, reflecting a +1 day change in market time versus last year. Actual timelines vary based on pricing accuracy, condition, and location. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes still move fast, with 42.4% of listings leaving the market within two weeks. However, 29.4% of listings require price reductions, which extends their timeline considerably. Pricing correctly from the start, staging effectively, and working with an experienced local agent are the most reliable ways to sell closer to the 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in San Jose 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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