Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Americus, GA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 3.2%
in Americus, GA
$1.21B
All-Time Sales
$150K - $3.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$237.7M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $2.4M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4%
in Americus, GA
$130M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $3.6M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.49B
All-Time Sales
$440K - $903.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(33)
Donna Knowles
Keller Williams Realty River cities
15 Years of experience
85+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.2%
in Americus, GA
$108.2M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $1.8M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.2%
in Americus, GA
$333.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Sherry Joyce
Property Hunters of South Georgia
14 Years of experience
85+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.2%
in Americus, GA
$97.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.3M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(87)
Cal Knecht
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services First Magnolia Realty
8 Years of experience
89+ Sales in the last 12 months
$166.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top 0.4%
in Americus, GA
136
Sold in Americus, GA
Top 0.8%
in Americus, GA
57
Sold in Americus, GA
Top 1.2%
in Americus, GA
49
Sold in Americus, GA
Top 1.6%
in Americus, GA
35
Sold in Americus, GA
Top 2.4%
in Americus, GA
25
Sold in Americus, GA
Top 2.8%
in Americus, GA
24
Sold in Americus, GA
Americus Housing Market Trends
Homes in Americus take a median 29 days to sell, go for 92.14% of asking, prices are down 3.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.6 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$115,945
median sale price
How fast they sell
29 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.6 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Americus.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Americus agents whose results fit it.
Americus agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Americus
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Americus?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Americus sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in September. To hit that window, plan to list around August.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
September
Best month to sell
21 days
Typical time on market
99.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Americus, GA 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 Americus Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Americus operating with a median sale price of $115,945 and a median 29 days on market, and the competitive indicators clarify where leverage actually sits. With 5.6 months of supply and only 15 active listings against 3 homes sold monthly, the market reads as roughly balanced rather than tilted sharply toward either party. The clearest signal for buyers is that 47.6% of listings recorded a price drop, which means a large share of sellers are overshooting on initial asking price and later correcting. That pattern, combined with an average sale-to-list ratio of 92.14%, gives buyers room to negotiate below ask on homes that have already lingered past the two-week mark.
At the same time, 24.8% of homes left the market within two weeks and 25.0% sold above list, so correctly priced, move-in-ready properties still move quickly and can draw competition. For a buyer, the practical read is to differentiate between fresh, sharply priced listings (where speed matters) and aged inventory (where patience and a measured offer pay off). For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one, because the 47.6% price-drop rate shows the local penalty for starting high is a longer, weaker sale.
Prices moved -3.8% year over year, so interpreting comparable sales carefully is essential. Across 250 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a disciplined pricing strategy and a guess is measurable, which is where working with a verified, data-ranked agent becomes valuable.
What Americus Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Americus 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 | $115,945 |
| Down payment (20%) | $23,189 |
| Loan amount | $92,756 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,028 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $115,945 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Americus MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Americus Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation record, and consistent client feedback. EffectiveAgents ranks 17 agents in Americus from a pool of 250 licensed professionals, using measured performance data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Kyla Standring at ERA, has closed 6,242 transactions, carries 386 reviews, and has recorded $1.2B in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 47.6% of listings take a price cut, because a skilled negotiator knows when a seller's position has weakened and how to structure an offer around it. Experience across both the 31709 and 31719 zip codes helps an agent price accurately when comparable sales are limited and when the median sale-to-list ratio sits at 92.14%. When reviewing agents, look past a single testimonial and study review patterns over time: consistency across dozens of closings is a stronger indicator of reliability than a handful of standout comments.
How We Rank Americus 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 Americus 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.
250
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: September 2026
Americus Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Americus, GA?
Based on EffectiveAgents' analysis of measured performance data, Kyla Standring at ERA ranks as a top agent in Americus, GA, with 6,242 career transactions, 386 reviews, and $1.2B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents evaluates 250 local licensed agents using transaction history, client review patterns, and verified outcomes rather than advertising. The result is 17 ranked agents for the area. The strongest choice depends on your property type, zip code, and goals, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Americus 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 Americus?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Americus area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Americus market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Americus mean for sellers?
Americus's median sale price is $115,945 as of September 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 Americus?
The median home in Americus sells in about 29 days, though that figure reflects a -20 days change in market time compared with last year. Your actual timeline depends on pricing, condition, and location. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes move faster, with 24.8% of local listings going off market within two weeks. Overpricing is the most common cause of delay, shown by the 47.6% of listings that required a price reduction. Pricing to current comparable sales from day one is the most reliable way to shorten time on market.
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 Americus 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 Americus 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 Americus 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 Americus realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Americus 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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