Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Palmetto, FL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(9)
Jordan Chancey
MATTHEW GUTHRIE AND ASSOCIATES
21 Years of experience
40+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.36%
in Palmetto, FL
$162M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $3.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.48%
in Palmetto, FL
$61.7M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.83%
in Palmetto, FL
$2.93B
All-Time Sales
$220K - $6.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(126)
David & Toni Zarghami
Keller Williams Classic Group | Coastal Living III
19 Years of experience
425+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.95%
in Palmetto, FL
$1.27B
All-Time Sales
$390K - $27.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$110.4M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$34.8M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $640K
Price Range
25
Sold in Palmetto, FL
Top AgentTop 2.02%
in Palmetto, FL
$27.4M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$134.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$374.9M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $8.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$117.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.98%
in Palmetto, FL
$358.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $3.5M
Price Range
12%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.33%
in Palmetto, FL
$39.1M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $4.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(167)
Michael Simpkins
Keller Williams Realty South Shore
14 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
$308.4M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$593.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.4M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.5M
Price Range
11
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Top Agent(153)
Chase Walseth
Keller Williams Realty Gulfside | PORTFOLIO COLLECTION
29 Years of experience
228+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.17%
in Palmetto, FL
$668M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $6.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(87)
Raymond Chadderton
Keller Williams Suburban Tampa
26 Years of experience
37+ Sales in the last 12 months
$501.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(26)
Shane Clark
Agile Group Realty | The SPREE Group
16 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.4%
in Palmetto, FL
$95.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $2.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.88%
in Palmetto, FL
$199.3M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(51)
Christie Frankenstein
Keller Williams South Shore
9 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5%
in Palmetto, FL
$131.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5%
in Palmetto, FL
$25.9M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.12%
in Palmetto, FL
$21.2M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $830K
Price Range
Top Agent$19.2M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $650K
Price Range
8
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Top Agent$98.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$90.5M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Palmetto Housing Market Trends
Homes in Palmetto take a median 96 days to sell, go for 96.82% of asking, prices are up 25.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
7.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$418,973
median sale price
How fast they sell
96 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
7.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Palmetto.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Palmetto agents whose results fit it.
Palmetto agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 28 days, the Palmetto market in 96
median sale price in Palmetto
Do Top Palmetto Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Palmetto sell in a median of 28 days, compared with the Palmetto market median of 96 days on market.
About 68 days faster (71% quicker than the Palmetto market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Palmetto agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Palmetto market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Palmetto?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Palmetto 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)
April
Best month to sell
51 days
Typical time on market
94.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Palmetto, 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 Palmetto Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Palmetto market that has shifted measurably toward buyers. With 7.4 months of supply and 114 active listings against just 16 homes sold in the most recent month, supply is outpacing absorption. That imbalance is confirmed by the negotiating indicators: only 6.5% of homes sold above list price, while 47.3% of active listings have taken at least one price cut. When more than a third of sellers are reducing asking prices, pricing accuracy matters more than aspiration. The median home now takes 96 days to sell, a +11 days change in market time, and the median sale price moved +25.1% year over year to $418,973, or about $232.92 per square foot.
For buyers, this combination means real leverage. A sale-to-list ratio of 96.82% tells you sellers are generally accepting offers below asking, so there is room to negotiate on price, contingencies, and closing costs, particularly on listings that have already sat past the two-week mark. Note that 17.4% of homes still move within 14 days, so well-priced properties do transact quickly.
For sellers, the message is disciplined pricing from day one. Homes priced ahead of the comparable data are the ones adding to that 47.3% price-drop figure and lengthening their time on market. With 840 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a data-driven listing strategy and a hopeful one is the difference between a clean sale and repeated reductions. Choosing the right representation is where that gap narrows.
What Palmetto Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Palmetto 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 | $418,973 |
| Down payment (20%) | $83,795 |
| Loan amount | $335,178 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,896 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.95% mortgage rate (as of September 17, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $418,973 median home price with 20% down at 6.95% (as of September 17, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Palmetto MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Palmetto Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation results, and consistency of client experience. In a market where 47.3% of listings are cutting prices and homes average 96 days to sell, execution separates strong representation from the rest. EffectiveAgents analyzed 167 transactions to rank local performance, and Jordan Chancey at RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP leads with 416 career transactions and $157.9M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience is meaningful when a sale-to-list ratio of 96.82% shows most sellers are conceding on price, because a negotiator who knows how much room to hold can protect thousands at the closing table. Agents working Palmetto's Uptown, Midtown, and Waterfront areas each face different buyer pools and pricing dynamics, so local familiarity matters. Across 148 ranked agents, review patterns are worth reading closely: look for consistency across multiple transactions rather than a single standout comment, since that repetition is what signals reliable service.
How We Rank Palmetto 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 Palmetto 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.
840
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
Palmetto Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Palmetto, FL?
The top ranked agent in Palmetto, FL by measured performance is Jordan Chancey at RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP, with 416 career transactions and $157.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing 167 local transactions across 840 licensed agents, weighing completed sales, negotiation outcomes, and verified client reviews rather than advertising or name recognition. The result is 148 ranked agents. The best fit for you depends on your neighborhood, price range, and whether you are buying or selling, so compare several matched candidates.
How were these Palmetto 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 Palmetto?
Our data covers 840 real estate agents serving the Palmetto area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Palmetto market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Palmetto mean for sellers?
Palmetto's median sale price is $418,973 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 Palmetto?
The median home in Palmetto currently takes 96 days to sell, reflecting a +11 days change from a year ago. That figure is a midpoint, not a guarantee: correctly priced homes in demand areas can go under contract faster, with 17.4% of listings leaving the market within two weeks. Timeline is driven mainly by pricing relative to comparable sales, condition, and how much competing inventory exists. With 7.4 months of supply, sharp initial pricing is the single largest factor in avoiding the price drops affecting 47.3% of listings.
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 Palmetto 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 Palmetto 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 Palmetto 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 Palmetto realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Palmetto 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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