Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Paducah, KY
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Top Agent
Top 1.2%
in Paducah, KY
$175.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.6%
in Paducah, KY
$88.1M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $750K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.8%
in Paducah, KY
$97.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.6M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$26.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $900K
Price Range
117
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Top AgentTop 5.2%
in Paducah, KY
$21.2M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $590K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.6%
in Paducah, KY
$16.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $430K
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(52)
Samantha McKay
Keller Williams Experience Realty
9 Years of experience
71+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.8%
in Paducah, KY
$39.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $600K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10%
in Paducah, KY
$24M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $450K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$46.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$31.5M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $700K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.6%
in Paducah, KY
$95.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.4%
in Paducah, KY
$35.6M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.8%
in Paducah, KY
$19.2M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $570K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.2%
in Paducah, KY
$28.2M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $620K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
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Richard Chapman
Barger Realty
17 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$41.1M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $900K
Price Range
15%
Negotiated Off List
Paducah Housing Market Trends
Homes in Paducah take a median 57 days to sell, go for 95.52% of asking, prices are up 16.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$229,448
median sale price
How fast they sell
57 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Paducah.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Paducah agents whose results fit it.
Paducah agents analyzed for these rankings
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Paducah?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Paducah 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
96.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Paducah, KY 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 Paducah Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Paducah market where leverage is split rather than concentrated on one side. The median sale price sits at $229,448, a +16.9% move year over year, yet several indicators point to easing conditions beneath that headline. With 3.0 months of supply and 98 active listings against 34 homes sold monthly, the market holds close to the balance line that typically separates seller-favored and buyer-favored territory.
The competitive signals matter most for strategy. Only 14.3% of homes sold above list and 20.6% went off market within two weeks, while 34.0% of listings recorded a price reduction. That combination, paired with a median 57 days on market and an average sale-to-list ratio of 95.52%, tells buyers they have room to negotiate below asking and to include reasonable contingencies rather than waiving them. For sellers, the volume of price drops is the clearest warning: homes priced ahead of recent comparable sales are sitting, then correcting. Accurate initial pricing is the lever that shortens time on market here.
Sellers watching 111 new listings and 145 pending sales each month should treat the first three weeks as the decisive window. Buyers can use the price-drop share to time offers on stale listings. With 250 licensed agents working the area, the practical difference between agents shows up in how they read these specific signals and position a price or an offer against them. Choosing representation that works from the data, not instinct, is what separates a clean transaction from a drawn-out one in a market this evenly weighted.
What Paducah Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Paducah 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 | $229,448 |
| Down payment (20%) | $45,890 |
| Loan amount | $183,558 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,766 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $229,448 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Paducah MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Paducah Realtor
Name recognition and marketing reach are easy to confuse with performance. The more useful measure is verified transaction history and how consistently an agent closes near asking in current conditions. On that basis, Kim Musgrave at The Kim Musgrave Team ranks at the top of EffectiveAgents data for Paducah, with 1,190 career transactions, 231 client reviews, and $175.3M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where the average sale-to-list ratio holds at 95.52% and 34.0% of listings eventually cut price. An agent who negotiates from comparable sales can protect a seller's net or win a buyer concessions where less-prepared representation concedes ground. Experience spans the core Paducah zip codes of 42001, 42002, and 42003, each with its own pricing patterns and absorption pace. Across the 28 ranked agents in the area, review patterns are worth reading closely: look for a steady volume of recent, detailed reviews that describe pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes rather than a handful of general endorsements.
How We Rank Paducah 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 Paducah 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: August 2026
Paducah Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Paducah, KY?
Based on EffectiveAgents data for Paducah, KY, Kim Musgrave at The Kim Musgrave Team ranks at the top, with 1,190 career transactions, 231 reviews, and $175.3M in all-time sales volume. The EffectiveAgents methodology ranks agents on verified transaction history, closing performance, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. Among 250 licensed agents in the area, 28 meet the ranking criteria. The strongest match depends on your property type and price point, so compare several ranked agents against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Paducah 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 Paducah?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Paducah area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Paducah market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Paducah mean for sellers?
Paducah's median sale price is $229,448 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 Paducah?
The median home in Paducah currently takes 57 days to sell, and that figure reflects a -2 days change in market time compared with last year. Several factors move an individual timeline: pricing relative to recent comparable sales, condition, and season all matter, and with 34.0% of listings recording a price cut, overpricing is the most common cause of delay. Homes priced accurately from day one, with 20.6% of properties going under contract within two weeks, tend to move well ahead of the 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 Paducah 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 Paducah 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 Paducah 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 Paducah realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Paducah 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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