Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Santa Cruz, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.19%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$1.94B
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $24M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.76%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$216.5M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $2.6M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.98%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$211.3M
All-Time Sales
$850K - $6M
Price Range
14%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(82)
Megan Archer
Keller Williams Realty Santa Cruz - Discover Real Estate
21 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.17%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$292.2M
All-Time Sales
$750K - $4.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.64%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$49.6M
All-Time Sales
$860K - $4.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.21%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$32.7M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top Agent(19)
Robert Ross
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale
22 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.92%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$37.3M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent(30)
Michele Samples
Cottage & Castles Real Estate Inc.
16 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.49%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$167.5M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.63%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$35.1M
All-Time Sales
$670K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 11.2%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$245.5M
All-Time Sales
$720K - $3M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.39%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$253.5M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $4.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.28%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$22.7M
All-Time Sales
$910K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 14.99%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$222.4M
All-Time Sales
$710K - $4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.18%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$812.5M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $8.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(32)
Sigifredo G. Ponce
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
24 Years of experience
50+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 15.75%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$447M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $3.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.75%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$177.9M
All-Time Sales
$970K - $4.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 17.08%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$221.4M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 17.08%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$101.2M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $3.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 17.08%
in Santa Cruz, CA
$567.4M
All-Time Sales
$2.7M - $10.9M
Price Range
Top Agent$359.5M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$115.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Santa cruz Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$1,462,500
+4.50% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
15
+1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
101.31%
+0.48% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
37.5%
-3.7% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
52.4%
-6.0% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
21.3%
-11.5% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.5
Realtors in Santa cruz
527
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Santa Cruz?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Santa Cruz sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
21 days
Typical time on market
103.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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: May 2026
Santa Cruz Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz?
Our data covers 527 real estate agents serving the Santa Cruz area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Santa Cruz market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Santa Cruz mean for sellers?
Santa Cruz's median sale price is $1,462,500 as of May 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Santa Cruz 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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