Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Whittier, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(910)
Angel and Patty Hernandez
Realty ONE Group Synergy
40 Years of experience
195+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.14%
in Whittier, CA
$1.92B
All-Time Sales
$430K - $12M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.29%
in Whittier, CA
$622.6M
All-Time Sales
$640K - $5.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.86%
in Whittier, CA
$254.4M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.01%
in Whittier, CA
$272.9M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.73%
in Whittier, CA
$667M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $13.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.88%
in Whittier, CA
$239.8M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.02%
in Whittier, CA
$58.9M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $4.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.17%
in Whittier, CA
$54.8M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.6%
in Whittier, CA
$184.9M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.74%
in Whittier, CA
$105.6M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.32%
in Whittier, CA
$388.5M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.6%
in Whittier, CA
$239.4M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $7.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.75%
in Whittier, CA
$146.6M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.04%
in Whittier, CA
$138.2M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $4.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.18%
in Whittier, CA
$1.27B
All-Time Sales
$600K - $19.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(75)
Frank Del Rio
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
27 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.61%
in Whittier, CA
$279.5M
All-Time Sales
$620K - $3.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.61%
in Whittier, CA
$99.3M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.04%
in Whittier, CA
$101.9M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.47%
in Whittier, CA
$110.5M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top Agent(131)
Allison Van Wig
Keller Williams Coastal Properties
40 Years of experience
65+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.76%
in Whittier, CA
$797.9M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $50M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.91%
in Whittier, CA
$123.2M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(26)
Alfred Zamudio
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
29 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.05%
in Whittier, CA
$50.7M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.19%
in Whittier, CA
$107.9M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.34%
in Whittier, CA
$63.6M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $2.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.77%
in Whittier, CA
$113.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.5M
Price Range
Whittier Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$887,000
+1.37% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
37
+4 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.03%
-1.73% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
50.0%
+1.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
41.9%
+1.6% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
20.5%
+3.8% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.3
Realtors in Whittier
695
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Whittier Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Whittier sell in a median of 22 days, compared with the Whittier market median of 37 days on market.
About 15 days faster (41% quicker than the Whittier market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Whittier agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Whittier market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Whittier?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Whittier 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
34 days
Typical time on market
100.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Whittier, 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 Whittier Buyers and Sellers
Whittier's housing market currently carries a median sale price of $887,000, and the Housing Market Trends module above shows prices moved +1.4% year over year. What makes this market worth reading carefully is the tension between competing indicators. Homes are selling at a sale-to-list ratio of 99.03%, with 50.0% of homes closing above their asking price and 41.9% going off the market within two weeks. Those figures point to real competition on well-priced listings. At the same time, 20.5% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, and months of supply sits at 2.3, signaling that overpriced homes are not moving on their own.
For buyers, this split market means leverage depends entirely on the individual property. On a fresh, correctly priced listing you should expect to compete, sometimes above list. On a home that has lingered past the 37 day median or already taken a price cut, there is room to negotiate on price and terms. Reading days on market before writing an offer is the single most useful habit here.
For sellers, the message is that pricing accuracy beats optimism. Homes priced to the current comps capture the 41.9% fast-sale window, while ambitious pricing feeds the 20.5% price-drop statistic and extends time on market. With 695 licensed agents active in Whittier, the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and a guess is measurable in both final price and speed.
What Whittier Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Whittier 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 | $887,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $177,400 |
| Loan amount | $709,600 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $5,699 |
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 $887,000 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 Whittier MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Whittier Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation record, and consistent client feedback. In a market where 50.0% of homes close above list yet 20.5% of listings require a price cut, the agent's ability to price and negotiate precisely is what separates results. Among the 97 EffectiveAgents-ranked professionals working across Whittier zip codes such as 90601, 90603, and 90605, Angel and Patty Hernandez at Realty ONE Group Synergy stand out with 3,576 completed transactions and $1.9B in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters when a buyer needs to structure a competitive offer against multiple bids or a seller needs to hit the 41.9% fast-sale window. Beyond raw numbers, review patterns tell the fuller story. With 910 reviews on record, the consistency of feedback over time is a stronger signal than any single testimonial, showing how an agent performs across changing market conditions rather than in one favorable stretch.
How We Rank Whittier 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 Whittier 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
Whittier Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Whittier, CA?
The top-ranked agent in Whittier, CA by verified performance is Angel and Patty Hernandez at Realty ONE Group Synergy, with 3,576 transactions and 910 client reviews. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 422 local transactions against measurable criteria including sale-to-list ratios, days on market, and review consistency rather than advertising spend. Of the 695 licensed agents in the area, only 97 meet the ranking threshold. The right fit depends on your property type and goals, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended.
How were these Whittier 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 Whittier?
Our data covers 695 real estate agents serving the Whittier area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Whittier market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Whittier mean for sellers?
Whittier's median sale price is $887,000 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Whittier?
In Whittier, the median home currently takes 37 days to sell, though the year-over-year data reflects a +4 days change in market time. Actual timelines vary widely based on pricing, condition, and location. Correctly priced homes often capture the 41.9% fast-sale window and can go under contract in under two weeks, while homes priced above current comps frequently join the 20.5% of listings that require a reduction, extending the timeline considerably. Accurate pricing at launch remains the most reliable way 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 Whittier 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 Whittier 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 Whittier 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 Whittier realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Whittier 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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