Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Tahoma, CA

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    Christy Morrison

    Home and Slate Real Estate

    27 Years of experience

    101+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.4%

    in Tahoma, CA

    $1.19B

    All-Time Sales

    $590K - $19.3M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ricki Manahan

    Allison James Estates and Homes

    22 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.2%

    in Tahoma, CA

    $394.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $620K - $5.7M

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alex West

    Chase International

    22 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $169M

    All-Time Sales

    $1.2M - $19M

    Price Range

    13

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    Stephanie Fillinger

    Engel and Volkers Truckee

    21 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $364.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $620K - $4.4M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Katrine Watson

    Chase International

    54 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $458M

    All-Time Sales

    $2.2M - $33M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jovanah Vigil

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    11 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6%

    in Tahoma, CA

    $127.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $740K - $8.6M

    Price Range

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    Gregory Ochoa

    Mountain Luxury Properties

    20 Years of experience

    36+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $456.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $1M - $16M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Nicolai Glazer

    Sotheby's International Real Estate

    17 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $511.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $860K - $10M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Brent Johnson

    Chase International South Tahoe Realty

    19 Years of experience

    154+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.6%

    in Tahoma, CA

    $904.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $6.3M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Shirley Russell

    Chase International

    8 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $42.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $570K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Bonnie Jessee

    Dickson Realty

    36 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $48.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Dennis Lindsay

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale

    45 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $84.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    1%

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    Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Tahoma agents whose results fit it.

    Tahoma agents analyzed for these rankings

    days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 40 days, the Tahoma market in 84

    median sale price in Tahoma

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    Do Top Tahoma Agents Sell Faster?

    The 12 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Tahoma sell in a median of 40 days, compared with the Tahoma market median of 84 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents40 days
    Tahoma market84 days

    About 44 days faster (52% quicker than the Tahoma market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Tahoma agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Tahoma market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Tahoma?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Tahoma 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)

    89Jan93Feb83Mar41Apr43May49Jun67Jul75Aug78Sep95Oct83Nov72Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    41 days

    Typical time on market

    98.3%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Tahoma, 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 Tahoma Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $1,099,273 in Tahoma, with prices moving +2.7% year over year and homes sitting at a median of 84 days on market. That last figure, combined with a +34 days change in market time, signals a slower pace of sale than buyers here saw a year ago. With 7.3 months of supply against 27 active listings and only 4 homes sold in the latest month, inventory is accumulating faster than it clears.

    The competitive indicators point to negotiating leverage sitting largely with buyers. A full 42.0% of listings have taken a price reduction, and just 14.1% of homes leave the market within two weeks, meaning most listings linger long enough for patient buyers to negotiate. The average sale-to-list ratio of 97.31% confirms that sellers are generally accepting offers below asking. Yet the picture is not uniform: 18.2% of homes still sold above list, so correctly priced, move-in-ready properties can draw competition.

    For a buyer, this means room to offer below list on aged inventory, especially any of the 27 listings showing a reduction, while moving decisively on fresh, sharply priced homes. For a seller, the data argues for pricing at or slightly under recent comps from the start rather than testing a high number and chasing the market down with cuts. At $752.69 per square foot, accurate pricing matters. With 250 licensed agents active in the area, choosing one who reads these conditions correctly is the difference between a clean sale and a stale listing.

    What Tahoma Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Tahoma goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Tahoma
    $308,400
    Median home price$1,099,273
    Down payment (20%)$219,855
    Loan amount$879,418
    Monthly payment (PITI)$7,197

    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.

    Tahoma Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Buyer's Market
    Days on Market 84 days
    Sale-to-List Price 97.31%
    Price Trend (YoY) +2.7%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $7,197
    Principal & Interest
    $5,869
    Property Taxes
    $1,053
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $1,099,273 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.

    Tahoma Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $1,069,956
    Today $1,099,273
    +2.7%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 50 days
    Today 84 days
    +34 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 96.5%
    Today 97.31%
    +0.79%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved +2.7% while the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.79% and market time registered a +34 days change. Taken together, the longer selling window paired with a still-firm sale-to-list ratio tells buyers there is time to evaluate and negotiate, while sellers should recognize that reaching the current $1,099,273 median depends on realistic pricing rather than momentum.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Tahoma MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Tahoma Realtor

    Name recognition and a familiar billboard tell you little about how an agent performs when it counts. The more useful signals are verified transaction volume, review depth, and a track record across different market conditions. In Tahoma and the surrounding 96142 area, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 59 annual transactions to rank 28 agents out of 250 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Christy Morrison at Home and Slate Real Estate, has closed 1,610 transactions and carries 292 reviews alongside $1.2B in all-time sales volume. That level of experience matters in a market where 42.0% of listings have cut their price and the average sale closes at 97.31% of list. Negotiation skill is measurable here: an agent who prices accurately from day one and holds firm on the right offers protects meaningful equity when homes are averaging 84 days to sell. When comparing candidates, read review patterns over time rather than a single testimonial, and look for consistency across many closings instead of one standout year.

    How We Rank Tahoma 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 Tahoma 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

    Tahoma Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Tahoma, CA?

    For Tahoma, CA, EffectiveAgents ranks Christy Morrison at Home and Slate Real Estate as the top-performing agent, with 1,610 career transactions, 292 client reviews, and $1.2B in all-time sales volume. Rankings are built by analyzing 59 local transactions and measuring verified outcomes rather than advertising spend or name recognition. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, 28 meet the performance threshold to be ranked. The methodology weighs sale-to-list results, transaction volume, and review consistency so you can compare agents on measured performance.

    How were these Tahoma 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 Tahoma?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Tahoma area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Tahoma market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Tahoma mean for sellers?

    Tahoma's median sale price is $1,099,273 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 Tahoma?

    Homes in Tahoma currently take a median of 84 days to sell, a +34 days change from last year that reflects a slower market pace. Your actual timeline depends on pricing, condition, and location. With 7.3 months of supply and 42.0% of listings taking a reduction, homes priced above recent comps tend to sit, while accurately priced, move-in-ready properties still sell faster. Seasonality also plays a role in this mountain market. Pricing correctly from the first day is the strongest lever a seller controls to shorten time on market.

    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 Tahoma 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 Tahoma 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 Tahoma 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 Tahoma realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Tahoma 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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