Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Saratoga, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
$186.6M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4.1M
Price Range
41
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top Agent
(541)
Julie Wyss
Keller Williams Bay Area Estates
26 Years of experience
155+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.5%
in Saratoga, CA
$2.25B
All-Time Sales
$1M - $7.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(108)
Amy Mccafferty
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
39 Years of experience
77+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.7%
in Saratoga, CA
$699.6M
All-Time Sales
$2.6M - $11M
Price Range
Top Agent$65.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.4M - $3.9M
Price Range
18
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top AgentTop 1.3%
in Saratoga, CA
$1.26B
All-Time Sales
$850K - $11.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.5%
in Saratoga, CA
$350.6M
All-Time Sales
$1.9M - $14M
Price Range
Top Agent$383.6M
All-Time Sales
$960K - $4.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$832.6M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $8.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.89%
in Saratoga, CA
$1.29B
All-Time Sales
$1.5M - $8.6M
Price Range
Top Agent$179.1M
All-Time Sales
$970K - $4.3M
Price Range
9
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top Agent(23)
Greg Simpson
Keller Williams Bay Area Estates
23 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.09%
in Saratoga, CA
$237M
All-Time Sales
$3.1M - $11.9M
Price Range
Top Agent$436.1M
All-Time Sales
$1.3M - $5.5M
Price Range
7
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top AgentTop 2.49%
in Saratoga, CA
$723.6M
All-Time Sales
$2.2M - $16M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.69%
in Saratoga, CA
$496.2M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $7.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$975.1M
All-Time Sales
$610K - $5.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.79%
in Saratoga, CA
$921.4M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $7.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$124.1M
All-Time Sales
$1.3M - $4.3M
Price Range
4
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top AgentTop 2.99%
in Saratoga, CA
$567.4M
All-Time Sales
$2.7M - $10.9M
Price Range
Top Agent$404.2M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $4.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.19%
in Saratoga, CA
$248.3M
All-Time Sales
$1.2M - $4.6M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Timothy Alston
Keller Williams Realty - Silicon Valley
24 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$117.6M
All-Time Sales
$710K - $3.3M
Price Range
3
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top Agent(22)
Saundra Leonard
Keller Williams Bay Area Estates
42 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$161M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4.8M
Price Range
3
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top AgentTop 3.59%
in Saratoga, CA
$105.2M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $3.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$875.1M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $4M
Price Range
2
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Top Agent$44.3M
All-Time Sales
$790K - $2.6M
Price Range
2
Sold in Saratoga, CA
Saratoga Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$4,197,222
+2.37% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
13
-1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
101.81%
+0.61% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
50.6%
-2.0% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
44.1%
-3.6% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
26.8%
+3.5% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.5
Realtors in Saratoga
1,003
Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Saratoga?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Saratoga sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in February. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
February
Best month to sell
11 days
Typical time on market
104.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Saratoga, 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 Saratoga
Median home values across Saratoga, CA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Fruitvale West
+19% over 5 years
$4.41M
Glen Una
+33% over 5 years
$4.03M
Congress Springs
+45% over 5 years
$3.58M
Quito
+57% over 5 years
$2.52M
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Saratoga Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames Saratoga as a high-value, fast-moving market, and the underlying competitive indicators explain where leverage actually sits. With a median sale price of $4,197,222 and homes leaving the market in a median of 13 days, the pace remains brisk despite prices moving +2.4% year over year. The clearest signal is the sale-to-list ratio of 101.81%, which sits above full price, alongside 50.6% of homes selling over asking and 44.1% going off the market within two weeks. At 1.5 months of supply against 40 active listings, inventory stays constrained.
For buyers, this combination means well-priced homes still attract competition, and offers at or slightly above list are often necessary on the most desirable listings. At the same time, 26.8% of listings recorded a price drop, which shows that overpriced homes do not escape scrutiny. That gives buyers room to negotiate on properties sitting longer than the 13-day median. For sellers, the data argues for disciplined pricing at market rather than aspirational numbers: homes priced correctly can clear quickly and above list, while mispriced homes join the price-drop pool and lose momentum.
With 75 pending sales and 78 new listings monthly, turnover is steady but selective. Navigating a market this specific rewards local expertise. Of the 1,003 licensed agents working the area, only a fraction have a documented track record in this price tier, which is exactly what the pages below help you evaluate before you commit.
What Saratoga Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Saratoga 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 | $4,197,222 |
| Down payment (20%) | $839,444 |
| Loan amount | $3,357,778 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $26,524 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.95% mortgage rate (as of September 17, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $4,197,222 median home price with 20% down at 6.95% (as of September 17, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Saratoga MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Saratoga Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: verified results in your specific market and price tier. In Saratoga, where the median sale price is $4,197,222 and 50.6% of homes close above list, negotiation experience is measurable rather than anecdotal. EffectiveAgents analyzed 274 annual transactions to rank performance, and Lucy Song at Compass leads with 131 transactions and $186.6M in all-time sales volume. That kind of volume matters when a sale-to-list ratio of 101.81% means the difference between list and final price is decided at the negotiating table. Agents with documented history across neighborhoods like Glen Una, Congress Springs, and Fruitvale understand how pricing behaves block by block, from estate properties to more accessible pockets. Of 1,003 licensed agents in the area, only 67 meet the ranked-performance threshold. When reviewing candidates, read for consistent patterns across multiple reviews rather than a single glowing note, and weigh recent transaction activity as heavily as star ratings.
How We Rank Saratoga 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 Saratoga 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: August 2026
Saratoga Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Saratoga, CA?
Based on verified transaction data, Lucy Song at Compass ranks as a top agent in Saratoga, CA, with 131 transactions and $186.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 274 annual transactions and measuring closed results rather than advertising. Only 67 of the area's 1,003 licensed agents meet our ranked-performance criteria. The best fit depends on your neighborhood and price point, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents on recent activity and review consistency before deciding.
How were these Saratoga 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 Saratoga?
Our data covers 1,003 real estate agents serving the Saratoga area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Saratoga market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Saratoga mean for sellers?
Saratoga's median sale price is $4,197,222 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 Saratoga?
Homes in Saratoga sell in a median of 13 days, though that figure reflects a -1 day change in market time versus a year ago. With 44.1% of homes going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings can move quickly, while 26.8% of listings needed a price reduction. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, location within the city, and seasonality. At 1.5 months of supply, inventory is limited, which tends to support faster sales for correctly priced homes.
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 Saratoga 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 Saratoga 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 Saratoga 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 Saratoga realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Saratoga 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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