Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Columbus, GA

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    Howard Jefferson profile picture
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    Howard Jefferson

    Coldwell Banker KPDD

    37 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.06%

    in Columbus, GA

    $184.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $850K

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brad Baker

    Coldwell Banker

    10 Years of experience

    69+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.19%

    in Columbus, GA

    $137.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    18%

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    Donna Knowles

    Keller Williams Realty River cities

    15 Years of experience

    101+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Columbus, GA

    $102.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Cal Knecht

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services First Magnolia Realty

    8 Years of experience

    85+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.39%

    in Columbus, GA

    $153.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Joseph Lefcourt

    eXp Realty

    11 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.71%

    in Columbus, GA

    $49.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $1M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alex Roper

    Coldwell Banker

    16 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.03%

    in Columbus, GA

    $61.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jenny Heins

    Teal Door Realty

    12 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.1%

    in Columbus, GA

    $83.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $870K

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Deborah Ramon

    A House in the South

    13 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.68%

    in Columbus, GA

    $95.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $940K

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Rolanda Rogers

    Coldwell Banker KPDD

    7 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.26%

    in Columbus, GA

    $27.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $680K

    Price Range

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    Patrick Pike

    Keller Williams Realty River Cities

    21 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.29%

    in Columbus, GA

    $33.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $800K

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Daniel Jones

    Century 21

    10 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.54%

    in Columbus, GA

    $6M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $290K

    Price Range

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    Crystal Walter

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Magnolia Realty

    15 Years of experience

    36+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.67%

    in Columbus, GA

    $30.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $690K

    Price Range

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    Chelsea Greenwood

    Brick & Branch Real Estate

    5 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.7%

    in Columbus, GA

    $6.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $520K

    Price Range

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    Al Maxwell

    EXP REALTY LLC

    22 Years of experience

    33+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.22%

    in Columbus, GA

    $169.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alisa Matheny

    Coldwell Banker

    12 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.96%

    in Columbus, GA

    $52.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Rebecca Higgins

    RE/MAX

    9 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    2017

    Year Licensed

    9

    Years Experience

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    Jeanne Hasty

    Coldwell Banker Commercial

    13 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    2013

    Year Licensed

    13

    Years Experience

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Columbus?

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

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    August

    Best month to sell

    20 days

    Typical time on market

    97.7%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Columbus, 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.

    Home Values by Neighborhood in Columbus

    Median home values across Columbus, GA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Gains Creek

    +21% over 5 years

    $441K

    Brookstone

    +18% over 5 years

    $339K

    Hilton Heights

    +29% over 5 years

    $331K

    Garrad Woods

    +29% over 5 years

    $322K

    Overlook-Wynn's Hill

    +40% over 5 years

    $271K

    Lindsay Creek Area-Boxwood

    +92% over 5 years

    $116K

    Briarwood

    -1% over 5 years

    $63K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    How We Rank Columbus 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 Columbus 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: June 2026

    Columbus Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Our data covers 1,552 real estate agents serving the Columbus area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Columbus market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Columbus mean for sellers?

    Columbus's median sale price is $234,872 as of June 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Columbus 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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