Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Athens, GA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(206)
Justin Woodall
eXp Realty - Woodall Realty Group
22 Years of experience
152+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.3%
in Athens, GA
$629.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $3.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.61%
in Athens, GA
$305.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.91%
in Athens, GA
$403.6M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.9M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.43%
in Athens, GA
$65.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $890K
Price Range
Top Agent(109)
Mark Mahaffey
Mark Mahaffey & Associates Real Estate
40 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.74%
in Athens, GA
$120.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.38%
in Athens, GA
$58.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.69%
in Athens, GA
$81.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.6%
in Athens, GA
$88.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.64%
in Athens, GA
$135.2M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.6M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.94%
in Athens, GA
$62M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.16%
in Athens, GA
$332.7M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.29B
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.5%
in Athens, GA
$25.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $850K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 16.41%
in Athens, GA
$64.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $780K
Price Range
Top Agent(522)
Shannon Watkins
Watkins Real Estate Associates
22 Years of experience
162+ Sales in the last 12 months
$563.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1067)
Janice Overbeck
Keller Williams Atlanta North
17 Years of experience
532+ Sales in the last 12 months
$1.46B
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$234.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $2.4M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(4)
Chris Van Olphen
Keller Williams Community Partners - The North Georgia Group
22 Years of experience
305+ Sales in the last 12 months
$716.9M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.49B
All-Time Sales
$440K - $903.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$428.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $4.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$568.7M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(21)
Stephanie Webb
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
25 Years of experience
118+ Sales in the last 12 months
$218.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.6M
Price Range
1
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Top Agent(1)
Andy Peters Team
Keller Williams Realty, North Atlanta
18 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$808.5M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(96)
Tim Hur
Point Honors and Associates, Realtors
19 Years of experience
106+ Sales in the last 12 months
$360.4M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(46)
Dominai Reeves
Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners
24 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
$297M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Athens Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$353,217
+6.39% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
46
-9 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
97.58%
+0.09% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
10.3%
+0.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
28.8%
+15.3% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
34.3%
Months of Supply
3.8
Realtors in Athens
329
Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Do Top Athens Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Athens sell in a median of 27 days, compared with the Athens market median of 46 days on market.
About 19 days faster (41% quicker than the Athens market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Athens agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Athens market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Athens?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Athens sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
49 days
Typical time on market
97.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Athens, 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 Athens Buyers and Sellers
Athens enters 2026 as a moderately balanced market, and the indicators tracked in the Housing Market Trends module above point to where leverage actually sits. With 3.8 months of supply and 496 active listings against 133 monthly closings, neither side holds a decisive advantage, but several signals tilt toward buyers. Only 10.3% of homes sold above asking, while 34.3% of active listings carried at least one price reduction. That combination tells a buyer that most sellers are not fielding competing offers and that patient negotiation is realistic on properties sitting past the 46-day median.
At the same time, 28.8% of homes left the market within two weeks, meaning well-priced and well-presented listings still move quickly. For a buyer, the practical read is to separate fresh inventory from aging inventory: on a home listed in the last fortnight, expect to offer near the 97.58% sale-to-list ratio, while a listing with a price drop invites a more aggressive bid. For a seller, the $207.6 per square foot benchmark and a median sale price of $353,217 set the anchor, but overpricing risks joining the third of listings that eventually cut. Pricing at or slightly below comparable sales is the clearest path to a two-week sale rather than a two-month one.
With prices having moved +6.4% year over year and 474 new listings arriving monthly, execution matters more than timing. Athens has 329 licensed agents, and outcomes vary widely among them, which is where objective ranking of performance becomes useful.
What Athens Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Athens 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 | $353,217 |
| Down payment (20%) | $70,643 |
| Loan amount | $282,574 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,483 |
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 $353,217 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 Athens MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Athens Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign overlooks what actually determines your outcome: measured transaction history and negotiation results. Among the 329 licensed agents working Athens, EffectiveAgents has ranked 77 based on verified performance data. The top-ranked agent, Justin Woodall of eXp Realty (Woodall Realty Group), has closed 2,521 transactions with $627.4M in all-time sales volume, a track record that translates directly into pricing discipline and negotiating leverage. That experience matters in a market where 34.3% of listings eventually cut price and only 10.3% sell above asking. An agent who prices correctly the first time and negotiates from data helps sellers avoid the reduction cycle and helps buyers identify where concessions are realistic. Whether you are transacting Downtown or across the broader 30605 and 30606 areas, local pricing knowledge shapes results at the $207.6 per square foot level. When comparing candidates, read review patterns for consistency over time rather than a single standout testimonial; 206 documented reviews reflect sustained performance rather than a lucky quarter.
How We Rank Athens 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 Athens 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: August 2026
Athens Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Athens, GA?
Based on verified transaction data, Justin Woodall at eXp Realty (Woodall Realty Group) ranks as the top agent in Athens, GA, with 2,521 closed transactions, 206 reviews, and $627.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing actual closing history, sales volume, and client outcomes rather than advertising spend, so the standings reflect measured results. Of the 329 licensed agents in the area, 77 meet the ranking threshold. The best fit still depends on your neighborhood, price point, and whether you are buying or selling.
How were these Athens 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 Athens?
Our data covers 329 real estate agents serving the Athens area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Athens market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Athens mean for sellers?
Athens's median sale price is $353,217 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 Athens?
The median home in Athens takes about 46 days to sell, and market time has registered a -9 days change year over year. That median hides real variation: 28.8% of homes leave the market within two weeks, while others sit far longer, often the 34.3% of listings that eventually cut price. Timeline depends heavily on pricing accuracy, condition, and location. A home priced at or near comparable sales and shown well can go under contract quickly, whereas an ambitious list price typically extends the process by weeks.
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 Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Athens 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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