Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Richmond, IN

    Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.

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    Chris Thompson - IN

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate

    25 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.35%

    in Richmond, IN

    $47.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $70K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alfredo Diamond

    Better Homes and Gardens FRG

    8 Years of experience

    78+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.71%

    in Richmond, IN

    $52.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    10%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Tim Orr

    Coldwell Banker Lingle

    25 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.83%

    in Richmond, IN

    $2.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $80K - $240K

    Price Range

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    Brad Taflinger

    Taflinger Real Estate Group

    38 Years of experience

    62+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $129.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $60K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brody Tarter

    Tarter Realty

    12 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $91.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $80K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Barbara Stewart

    Better Homes and Gardens

    25 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $33M

    All-Time Sales

    $60K - $550K

    Price Range

    5

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    Justin Bennett

    Bennett Realty

    11 Years of experience

    126+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $160.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brian Bauman

    RE/MAX Preferred Choice

    24 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $56.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $700K

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Leslie Pyle

    RE/MAX Centerstone

    28 Years of experience

    87+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $209.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Chris Price (IN)

    Keller Williams Indy Metro West | The Indy Property Source

    23 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $336.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    John Downey

    FC Tucker West Central

    10 Years of experience

    47+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $61.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Richmond 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)

    43Jan47Feb42Mar42Apr34May30Jun29Jul27Aug23Sep31Oct34Nov43Dec

    September

    Best month to sell

    23 days

    Typical time on market

    96.6%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Richmond, IN 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 Richmond Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Richmond market that currently favors sellers on price but has grown more patient on timing. With a median sale price of $154,922 and prices moving +19.2% year over year, values have held firm, yet the median time to sell has extended to 32 with a +4 days change in market time. That combination tells a nuanced story about where leverage actually sits. At 2.9 months of supply, inventory remains tight, but the balance is shifting.

    For buyers, the signals point to real negotiating room despite the tight supply. Only 14.0% of homes sold above list price, while 29.8% of active listings have already taken a price cut, a strong indicator that many sellers are entering the market above what buyers will pay. With homes selling at an average 95.89% of list price, disciplined buyers can often offer below asking, especially on listings that have sat past the 32 median. That said, 30.1% of homes leave the market within two weeks, so well-priced properties still move quickly.

    For sellers, the message is to price precisely rather than aspirationally. The gap between the 29.8% price-drop rate and the modest 14.0% above-list share shows the penalty for overpricing is a longer wait, not a bidding war. Across 283 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a strategic pricing plan and a guess shows up directly in days on market and final proceeds.

    What Richmond Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Richmond goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Richmond
    $53,300
    Median home price$154,922
    Down payment (20%)$30,984
    Loan amount$123,938
    Monthly payment (PITI)$1,243

    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.

    Richmond Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 32 days
    Sale-to-List Price 95.89%
    Price Trend (YoY) +19.2%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $1,243
    Principal & Interest
    $820
    Property Taxes
    $148
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $154,922 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.

    Richmond Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $130,001
    Today $154,922
    +19.2%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 28 days
    Today 32 days
    +4 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 95.0%
    Today 95.89%
    +0.84%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices have moved +19.2% while homes now take longer to sell, reflected in a +4 days change in market time, and the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.84%. For sellers, that means equity gains remain intact but the fast-turnaround window has narrowed, making accurate pricing essential. For buyers, the longer timelines create openings to negotiate that were harder to find last year.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Richmond MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Richmond Realtor

    Name recognition and a familiar sign in the yard are not the same as measured performance. The more useful question is how consistently an agent prices accurately, negotiates final terms, and closes across a real body of transactions. On EffectiveAgents, rankings are built from analyzed outcomes rather than advertising spend, and only 14 of the area's 283 licensed agents meet the ranking threshold. The current top-ranked agent, Chris Thompson at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, has closed 533 transactions with $47.5M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans both the 47374 and 47375 zip codes. In a market where homes average 95.89% of list price and 29.8% of listings cut price, negotiation discipline and precise pricing separate strong results from average ones. When reviewing an agent, look past the star average to the pattern: how they describe pricing strategy, how they handled multi-offer and extended-timeline situations, and whether feedback is consistent across many closings rather than a handful.

    How We Rank Richmond 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 Richmond 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: July 2026

    Richmond Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Richmond, IN?

    The top-ranked agent in Richmond, IN on EffectiveAgents is currently Chris Thompson at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, with 533 transactions closed and $47.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks professionals using analyzed transaction data and verified outcomes rather than advertising, narrowing 283 licensed agents down to 14 ranked performers. Because the strongest fit depends on your price point and timeline, it is worth comparing several ranked agents on pricing accuracy and negotiation results before deciding.

    How were these Richmond 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 Richmond?

    Our data covers 283 real estate agents serving the Richmond area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Richmond market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Richmond's median sale price is $154,922 as of July 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 Richmond?

    In Richmond, the median home takes 32 to sell, and that figure has shifted by a +4 days change in market time versus last year. Actual timelines vary widely: 30.1% of homes go under contract within two weeks, while 29.8% of listings sit long enough to require a price reduction. Pricing accuracy is the biggest factor, followed by condition, location within zip codes like 47374 and 47375, and seasonality. A home priced to the current 95.89% sale-to-list reality typically sells faster than one priced aspirationally.

    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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Richmond 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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