Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Fort Walton Beach, FL
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Top Agent
(54)
Paul Domenech
Keller Williams Emerald Coast
11 Years of experience
108+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.27%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$352M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.41%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$346.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.68%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$164M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$69.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.91%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$478M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $4.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.19%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$126M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$124.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $5.3M
Price Range
56
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Top AgentTop 3.42%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$42.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.7M
Price Range
Top Agent(26)
Sarah Stone
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
8 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.83%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$319.3M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $6M
Price Range
21%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.1%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$57.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $770K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.19%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$714.1M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Jessica Mackrael
Coldwell Banker Realty
6 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.15%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$62.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top Agent(17)
Jeremy Fretwell
Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast
21 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.28%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$43.4M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.56%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$95.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$114.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kenneth Koger Jr.
Century 21 AllPoints Realty
20 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.3M
Price Range
13
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Top AgentTop 8.47%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$76.4M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.74%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$74M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $810K
Price Range
13%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$135.9M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $5.5M
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
$22.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $580K
Price Range
10
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Top AgentTop 9.29%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$27.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 9.7%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$108M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.97%
in Fort Walton Beach, FL
$62.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$50M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$74M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.6M
Price Range
6
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Fort walton beach Housing Market Trends
Homes in Fort walton beach take a median 55 days to sell, go for 97.22% of asking, prices are up 17.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$364,759
median sale price
How fast they sell
55 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Fort Walton Beach.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Fort Walton Beach agents whose results fit it.
Fort Walton Beach agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 25 days, the Fort Walton Beach market in 55
median sale price in Fort Walton Beach
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 55 days on market.
About 30 days faster (55% 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 March. To hit that window, plan to list around January.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
58 days
Typical time on market
97.1%
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.
What These Numbers Mean for Fort Walton Beach Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Fort Walton Beach market where median sale prices reached $364,759, a move of +17.7% year over year, while homes traded at $220.24 per square foot. Reading the competitive indicators together tells a more useful story than price alone. With 6.7% of homes selling above list, an average sale-to-list ratio of 97.22%, and 4.5 months of supply, the balance of leverage has shifted meaningfully toward buyers who are prepared to be patient. Roughly 33.4% of active listings recorded a price cut, and homes now take a median 55 days to sell, so sellers are increasingly meeting the market rather than dictating it.
For buyers, this combination means there is room to negotiate on all but the sharpest-priced properties. When only 20.0% of listings leave the market within two weeks, most homes sit long enough to justify an offer below asking, an inspection contingency, and a request for closing help. For sellers, the message is precision on day one: with 135 active listings competing and 111 new ones arriving monthly, an aggressive initial price invites the price-drop cycle that lengthens time on market and erodes the final number.
Across zip codes 32547, 32548, and 32549, conditions vary by price band and property type, which is where local expertise matters. Fort Walton Beach has 732 licensed agents, but performance is uneven. Understanding which ones consistently price accurately and negotiate effectively is the difference between selling at market and chasing it downward.
What Fort Walton Beach Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Fort Walton Beach 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 | $364,759 |
| Down payment (20%) | $72,952 |
| Loan amount | $291,807 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,572 |
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.
Based on $364,759 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.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Fort Walton Beach MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Fort Walton Beach Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the measures that actually predict outcomes: pricing accuracy, negotiation results, and depth of local transaction history. In a market where 33.4% of listings cut price and the average home closes at 97.22% of asking, the agent's ability to set the right number and hold it during negotiation directly shapes your net proceeds. Among the 92 EffectiveAgents ranked professionals in Fort Walton Beach, Paul Domenech at Keller Williams Emerald Coast leads with 1,000 career transactions and $348.1M in all-time sales volume, experience that spans the range of buyers and sellers across zip codes 32547, 32548, and 32549. That volume matters most when 6.7% of homes still clear above list, because knowing which properties command competition and which invite concessions is learned deal by deal. When comparing agents, look past a single five-star rating and read for consistency across a body of reviews, the pattern of 54 reviews here being more telling than any one testimonial.
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.
732
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
Fort Walton Beach Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Fort Walton Beach, FL?
The top ranked agent in Fort Walton Beach, FL is Paul Domenech at Keller Williams Emerald Coast, with 1,000 career transactions and $348.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents through a data-driven methodology that analyzes verified transaction history, sales performance, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. Of the 732 licensed agents in the area, only 92 meet the ranking criteria. The right choice depends on your price band and timeline, so we recommend comparing several matched agents before deciding.
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 $364,759 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 Fort Walton Beach?
Homes in Fort Walton Beach currently take a median 55 days to sell, and market time has recorded a -15 days change year over year. Your actual timeline depends on price accuracy, condition, and location across zip codes 32547, 32548, and 32549. With 4.5 months of supply and 33.4% of listings taking a price cut, correctly priced homes move faster while overpriced ones stall and often require reductions. Staging, professional photography, and a realistic list price aligned with the 97.22% sale-to-list ratio are the factors most within a seller's control.
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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