Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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    Jim Gilliland profile picture
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    (98)

    Jim Gilliland

    RE/MAX Gulf Coast Realty

    34 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.14%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $958.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $11.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Paul Domenech

    Keller Williams Emerald Coast

    11 Years of experience

    104+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.27%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $345.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Michelle Martin

    Exp Realty LLC

    12 Years of experience

    55+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.41%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $344.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Pat Williams

    ERA American Real Estate

    41 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.68%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $164M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Kelle Lease

    LoKation Real Estate

    9 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.5%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $69.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Marie Babin

    RE/MAX by the Sea

    30 Years of experience

    80+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.78%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $473.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $4.5M

    Price Range

    6%

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    David Connart

    LPT Realty

    36 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.05%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $124.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $5.3M

    Price Range

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    Ricardo Hidalgo

    Watersound Real Estate

    8 Years of experience

    58+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.05%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $121.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $8M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Amanda Reaves

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    7 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.28%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $41.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $2.7M

    Price Range

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    Sarah Stone

    Scenic Sotheby's International Realty

    8 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.69%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $315.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $6M

    Price Range

    21%

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    Meagan Spears

    Keller Williams Emerald Coast

    12 Years of experience

    37+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.83%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $56.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $770K

    Price Range

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    Travis Talley

    Keller Williams Gulf Coast

    12 Years of experience

    266+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.05%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $691.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $7M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Jeremy Fretwell

    Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast

    21 Years of experience

    33+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.74%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $42.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $1.9M

    Price Range

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    Judy Griffin

    Coastal Villages Real Estate

    24 Years of experience

    54+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.15%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $93.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Michael Tomlin

    Coldwell Banker

    8 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.65%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $131.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Melissa Haworth

    eXp Realty

    5 Years of experience

    78+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.92%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $73.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $3.9M

    Price Range

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    Francisco Montes de Oca

    Reality One Group Emerald Coast

    6 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.33%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $22.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $580K

    Price Range

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    Albert Baeza

    RE/MAX Gulf Coast Realty

    27 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.61%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $108M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Dorothy Krupa

    Krupa Associates Real Estate LLC

    20 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.84%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $59.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Darette Joy "DJ" Villareal

    Realty ONE Group Emerald Coast

    9 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.52%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $8.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $1.5M

    Price Range

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    Adrianna Medina

    Realty One Group Emerald Coast

    4 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.93%

    in Fort Walton Beach, FL

    $3.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $940K

    Price Range

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    Shaunda Hall

    Genstone Realty

    28 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $112.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    620

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Leici Nunnelley

    eXp Realty

    8 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $56.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $890K

    Price Range

    6%

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    Jennifer Giles

    Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast

    6 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $23.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $640K

    Price Range

    83

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Auston Baeza

    RE/MAX Gulf Coast Realty

    11 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $9.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $830K

    Price Range

    8%

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    Do Top Fort Walton Beach Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Fort Walton Beach sell in a median of 25 days, compared with the Fort Walton Beach market median of 70 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents25 days
    Fort Walton Beach market70 days

    About 45 days faster (64% quicker than the Fort Walton Beach market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Fort Walton Beach?

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    100Jan96Feb47Mar53Apr75May67Jun54Jul88Aug93Sep66Oct77Nov91Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    53 days

    Typical time on market

    97.5%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Fort Walton Beach, 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.

    How We Rank Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach 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

    Fort Walton Beach Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach?

    Our data covers 732 real estate agents serving the Fort Walton Beach area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Fort Walton Beach market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Fort Walton Beach mean for sellers?

    Fort Walton Beach's median sale price is $365,000 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.

    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 Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Fort Walton Beach 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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