Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Destin, FL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.09%
in Destin, FL
$475.1M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $4.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(26)
Sarah Stone
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
8 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.26%
in Destin, FL
$316.6M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $6M
Price Range
21%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.96%
in Destin, FL
$124.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $5.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.23%
in Destin, FL
$700.5M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(54)
Paul Domenech
Keller Williams Emerald Coast
11 Years of experience
109+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.58%
in Destin, FL
$348.1M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.84%
in Destin, FL
$133.5M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $5.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.93%
in Destin, FL
$164M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.8%
in Destin, FL
$124.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.16%
in Destin, FL
$344.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.24%
in Destin, FL
$232.1M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.94%
in Destin, FL
$111.7M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $3.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Jessica Mackrael
Coldwell Banker Realty
6 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.56%
in Destin, FL
$60.6M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.73%
in Destin, FL
$69.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kenneth Koger Jr.
Century 21 AllPoints Realty
20 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.91%
in Destin, FL
$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.43%
in Destin, FL
$93.7M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.96%
in Destin, FL
$74.3M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.4%
in Destin, FL
$108M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(12)
Darette Joy "DJ" Villareal
Realty ONE Group Emerald Coast
9 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.66%
in Destin, FL
$8.4M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(17)
Jeremy Fretwell
Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast
21 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.75%
in Destin, FL
$42.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top Agent(35)
Yvonne Summerfield
RE/MAX Sand & Sun | RE/MAX Kauai Living - Honolulu
22 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.92%
in Destin, FL
$796.6M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $10.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(13)
Francisco Montes de Oca
Reality One Group Emerald Coast
6 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.92%
in Destin, FL
$22.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $580K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.78%
in Destin, FL
$57.5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $770K
Price Range
Top Agent$114.3M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $2.3M
Price Range
624
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$56.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $890K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$26.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $870K
Price Range
96
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Destin Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$647,000
+14.11% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
78
-21 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
94.81%
-1.22% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
6.7%
-1.3% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
23.3%
+10.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
21.0%
-5.7% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
9.2
Realtors in Destin
1,141
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Destin Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Destin sell in a median of 27 days, compared with the Destin market median of 78 days on market.
About 51 days faster (65% quicker than the Destin market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Destin agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Destin market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Destin?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Destin sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
89 days
Typical time on market
95.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Destin, FL 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 Destin Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames a Destin market where pricing power and time on market are moving in different directions. The median sale price sits at $647,000, a +14.1% move year over year, yet the median home now takes 78 days to sell, reflecting a -21 days change in market time. That combination tells buyers and sellers two things at once: values remain elevated, but the pace of demand has cooled meaningfully.
The competitive indicators point toward buyers holding more leverage than the price trend alone suggests. Only 6.7% of homes sold above list, 23.3% left the market within two weeks, and 21.0% of active listings recorded a price cut. With 552 homes active and 9.2 months of supply, Destin reads closer to a buyer-favorable balance than a seller's rush. For a buyer, that means room to negotiate below asking, to request contingencies, and to lean on the 21.0% price-drop rate as evidence when structuring an offer. The average sale-to-list ratio of 94.81% confirms most deals close under asking.
For a seller, the lesson is disciplined pricing from day one. Homes priced to the $438.532 per square foot reality tend to move; those chasing last year's momentum join the 21.0% that cut later. With 99 new listings and 60 pending sales monthly, absorption is steady but not urgent. Across 1,141 licensed agents in the area, choosing one who prices and negotiates to these specific conditions matters more than in a fast market.
What Destin Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Destin 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 | $647,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $129,400 |
| Loan amount | $517,600 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,221 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of July 30, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $647,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of July 30, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Destin MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Destin Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually closes deals in a market like Destin, where 21.0% of listings cut price and homes sit for 78 days. Track record against current conditions is the better filter. EffectiveAgents ranked 70 agents here after analyzing 724 transactions. The top-ranked agent, Marie Babin of RE/MAX by the Sea, has closed 823 transactions and $473.9M in all-time volume, a depth of experience that matters when negotiating below the 94.81% sale-to-list average or timing a listing in zip codes 32541 and 32540. That volume signals repeated exposure to pricing, appraisal, and contingency negotiations across both waterfront and inland pockets of the city. When comparing agents, look past a single closing and study review patterns over time: 47 reviews accumulated across hundreds of transactions reflect consistency rather than a handful of favorable outcomes. Steady, verified feedback is a more reliable indicator than a short burst of recent praise.
How We Rank Destin 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 Destin 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
Destin Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Destin, FL?
The top-ranked agent in Destin, FL by our methodology is Marie Babin of RE/MAX by the Sea, with 823 closed transactions and $473.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims. We analyzed 724 local transactions and measured verified outcomes across 1,141 licensed agents to identify the 70 who perform most consistently. The strongest fit depends on your property type and price point, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Destin 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 Destin?
Our data covers 1,141 real estate agents serving the Destin area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Destin market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Destin mean for sellers?
Destin's median sale price is $647,000 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 Destin?
The median home in Destin currently takes 78 days to sell, a -21 days change from last year, so timelines have lengthened noticeably. Actual time depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location within zip codes 32541 and 32540. With 9.2 months of supply and 21.0% of listings cutting price, homes priced to the $438.532 per square foot market move faster, while overpriced listings often stall and reduce later. Correct pricing from day one is the single largest factor in shortening your timeline.
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 Destin 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 Destin 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 Destin 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 Destin realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Destin 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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