Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Hartford, CT

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    Amy Rio

    Executive Real Estate

    40 Years of experience

    481+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.41%

    in Hartford, CT

    $1.22B

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    John Zubretsky III

    Century 21 All Points

    22 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.51%

    in Hartford, CT

    $239.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $8.5M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    John Valdez

    Real Estate of Life

    22 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.81%

    in Hartford, CT

    $63.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $690K

    Price Range

    16%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Michael Calabro

    Coldwell Banker Calabro & Associates

    34 Years of experience

    53+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.01%

    in Hartford, CT

    $125.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $760K

    Price Range

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    Suzy Couture

    Executive Real Estate

    23 Years of experience

    98+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.32%

    in Hartford, CT

    $271.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Anthony Marriott

    Marriott Realty Group LLC

    7 Years of experience

    83+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.13%

    in Hartford, CT

    $133.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Maria Esposito

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    16 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.23%

    in Hartford, CT

    $71M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Stanley Francis

    Citi Realty Group LLC

    23 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.33%

    in Hartford, CT

    $75.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Adam Clemens

    Century 21 Clemens Group

    25 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.33%

    in Hartford, CT

    $179.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Karen Gibb

    Berkshire Hathaway NE Properties

    43 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.44%

    in Hartford, CT

    $167.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $410K - $3.9M

    Price Range

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    Betsy Purtell

    Purtell Realty

    27 Years of experience

    95+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $235.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Banglian Gao

    United Realty Plus

    21 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $127.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $880K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Diane Carroll

    The Washington Agency

    21 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $91.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $850K

    Price Range

    10%

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    Mark Mnich

    Century 21

    22 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $22.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $530K

    Price Range

    126

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Loretta Somers-Tremblay

    Green Realty Group

    8 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $1.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $240K

    Price Range

    14

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    Do Top Hartford Agents Sell Faster?

    The 15 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Hartford sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Hartford market median of 46 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents30 days
    Hartford market46 days

    About 16 days faster (35% quicker than the Hartford market)

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

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Hartford sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    41Jan43Feb40Mar41Apr38May32Jun28Jul36Aug35Sep40Oct42Nov45Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    28 days

    Typical time on market

    103%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Hartford, CT 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 Hartford

    Median home values across Hartford, CT neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    West End

    +19% over 5 years

    $262K

    South End

    +48% over 5 years

    $198K

    Blue Hills

    +42% over 5 years

    $186K

    Behind the Rocks

    +55% over 5 years

    $177K

    Upper Albany

    +63% over 5 years

    $154K

    North East

    +59% over 5 years

    $149K

    Frog Hollow

    +66% over 5 years

    $126K

    Downtown

    -23% over 5 years

    $109K

    South Green

    $76K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for Hartford Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a market where sellers currently hold measurable leverage, though the picture is more nuanced than a single number suggests. With months of supply at 2.6 and only 98 active listings against 156 pending sales, demand is absorbing available homes faster than new inventory replaces it. That imbalance shows up in the sale-to-list ratio of 102.74% and in the 51.4% share of homes that closed above asking price. At the same time, 16.6% of listings recorded a price cut, a signal that overpriced homes still get corrected by the market rather than rewarded.

    For a buyer, this combination means that well-priced homes moving within the 49.1% that leave the market inside two weeks will require competitive, clean offers, while listings that have sat past the 46 median often carry negotiating room, especially once a price drop appears. The strategy is to separate fresh inventory from aging inventory rather than treat every listing the same. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing near comparable sales: the 51.4% above-list figure rewards accurate initial pricing, but the price-drop share shows the penalty for reaching too high.

    Median price per square foot sits at $153.53, and the median sale price moved +13.7% year over year, so pricing precision matters more than ever. With 987 licensed agents active across Hartford, outcomes vary widely by who represents you, which is where verified performance data becomes the deciding factor.

    What Hartford Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Hartford 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 Hartford
    $98,200
    Median home price$329,821
    Down payment (20%)$65,964
    Loan amount$263,857
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,292

    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.

    Hartford Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 46 days
    Sale-to-List Price 102.74%
    Price Trend (YoY) +13.7%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,292
    Principal & Interest
    $1,701
    Property Taxes
    $316
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $329,821 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.

    Hartford Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $290,004
    Today $329,821
    +13.7%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 30 days
    Today 46 days
    +16 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 102.0%
    Today 102.74%
    +0.70%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, the median sale price moved +13.7%, market time shifted by a +16 days change, and the sale-to-list ratio registered +0.70%. For sellers, that means pricing power remains, but homes are taking longer to transact than they did last year, so patience and accurate listing prices both matter. For buyers, the longer time on market creates openings to negotiate on listings that have aged past the 46 median.

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

    What to Look for in a Hartford Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: measured transaction history and consistent client outcomes. In a market where 51.4% of homes close above list and the sale-to-list ratio sits at 102.74%, the difference between an average and a top-performing agent shows up directly in your net proceeds or purchase price. EffectiveAgents analyzed 512 local transactions to rank performance objectively. Amy Rio at Executive Real Estate leads Hartford with 4,345 career transactions and $1.2B in all-time sales volume, a track record that reflects negotiation experience across cycles rather than a single strong year. That depth matters when structuring offers in competitive neighborhoods like the West End, Barry Square, and Frog Hollow, where pricing and demand can differ block by block. Strong agents translate local knowledge into sharper pricing and cleaner terms. When reviewing candidates, look past star ratings to review patterns: consistency across many reviews, specifics about communication and problem-solving, and repeat outcomes signal reliability far better than a handful of glowing comments.

    How We Rank Hartford 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 Hartford 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

    Hartford Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Hartford, CT?

    Based on EffectiveAgents data, Amy Rio at Executive Real Estate ranks as the top agent in Hartford, CT, with 4,345 career transactions, 325 client reviews, and $1.2B in all-time sales volume. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing verified transaction history, client review patterns, and closing performance across the 512 local transactions measured. Of the 46 Hartford agents that meet our ranking criteria, top performers are identified by measurable results, so you can compare candidates on data rather than name recognition alone.

    How were these Hartford 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 Hartford?

    Our data covers 987 real estate agents serving the Hartford area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Hartford market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Hartford's median sale price is $329,821 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.

    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 Hartford 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 Hartford 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 Hartford 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 Hartford realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Hartford 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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