Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Athol, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
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Anthony Paoletti
Keller Williams Realty North Central
41 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.8%
in Athol, MA
$46.4M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $710K
Price Range
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Olivia Paras
HomeTown Powered by LAER
8 Years of experience
95+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.2%
in Athol, MA
$77.9M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.6%
in Athol, MA
$236.2M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$88.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(5)
Joseph Paoletti
Keller Williams Realty North Central
9 Years of experience
73+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.8%
in Athol, MA
$55.8M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $820K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.2%
in Athol, MA
$9.6M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$37.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $720K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(135)
Nicholas Pelletier
Keller Williams North Central
15 Years of experience
95+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.4%
in Athol, MA
$312.6M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.2%
in Athol, MA
$31.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $900K
Price Range
Top Agent$2.49B
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.4%
in Athol, MA
$78.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $780K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$75.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.4M
Price Range
12%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$102.8M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(171)
Matthew Straight
Straight Real Estate Solutions
19 Years of experience
110+ Sales in the last 12 months
$326.6M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$71.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1000K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$168.3M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$61.7M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $830K
Price Range
5
Sold in Athol, MA
Top Agent$69.5M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.3M
Price Range
4
Sold in Athol, MA
Top AgentTop 13.2%
in Athol, MA
$8.4M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $630K
Price Range
Top Agent(6)
Kathleen Goneau
Keller Williams Realty North Central
35 Years of experience
38+ Sales in the last 12 months
$201.9M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Linda Bourgeois
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
41 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
$76.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.3M
Price Range
3
Sold in Athol, MA
Top Agent(39)
Marlene and John Miller
Century 21 North East
35 Years of experience
59+ Sales in the last 12 months
$275.8M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$65.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$56.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$92.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $740K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Athol Housing Market Trends
Homes in Athol take a median 22 days to sell, go for 99.77% of asking, prices are down 12.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.1 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$304,855
median sale price
How fast they sell
22 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.1 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Athol.
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Athol?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Athol sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
22 days
Typical time on market
102%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Athol, MA 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 Athol Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline: a median sale price of $304,855 and a measured sale-to-list ratio of 99.77%. Reading the competitive indicators together clarifies where leverage actually sits in Athol. With 45.2% of homes selling above asking and 44.4% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still draw fast, competitive attention. At the same time, 43.2% of listings recorded a price drop and months of supply sits at 3.1, which signals that overpriced homes stall rather than sell. That split matters.
For a buyer, the data suggests selectivity rather than blanket aggression. The segment of homes that cut prices is where negotiating room exists, while the fast-moving, above-list segment demands a clean, competitive offer. Watching 22 on a specific property helps gauge which category it falls into. For a seller, the combination of a sale-to-list ratio above full price and a measurable price-drop share means initial pricing discipline drives the outcome. Listings priced to the current comparable data capture the two-week window; listings priced to last year's expectations join the price-drop statistic.
Monthly activity reinforces a functioning but balanced market, with 10 homes sold, 39 new listings, and 29 pending sales against 32 active homes. Price and days-on-market trends have both shifted year over year, so static strategies carry risk. Athol has 250 licensed agents, a wide field in which performance varies substantially. The analysis below narrows that field to agents whose transaction records and client outcomes have been verified.
What Athol Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Athol 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 | $304,855 |
| Down payment (20%) | $60,971 |
| Loan amount | $243,884 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,208 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.11% mortgage rate (as of November 12, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $304,855 median home price with 20% down at 7.11% (as of November 12, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Athol MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Athol Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines results: verified transaction history and how closely an agent's listings track the current market. In a field of 250 licensed agents, EffectiveAgents ranked 49 based on measured outcomes. Anthony Paoletti at Keller Williams Realty North Central ranks at the top, with 276 career transactions and $46.0M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in a market where 45.2% of homes sell above list yet 43.2% record a price cut: an agent who reads that divide correctly prices to capture the 44.4% of homes that clear within two weeks rather than drifting into reductions. Negotiation skill shows up in the sale-to-list ratio of 99.77%, where experienced representation protects a seller's net or helps a buyer identify genuine room on stalled listings. Across Athol and the surrounding 01331 area, local pricing knowledge is central to both outcomes. When comparing agents, read review patterns for consistency over time rather than a single standout comment, and weigh the depth of the transaction record alongside them.
How We Rank Athol 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 Athol 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
Athol Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Athol, MA?
Anthony Paoletti at Keller Williams Realty North Central is the top-ranked agent in Athol, MA, based on EffectiveAgents methodology, which analyzes verified transaction records, sales volume, and client outcomes rather than advertising. Paoletti has closed 276 transactions and $46.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents reviewed 126 local transactions and ranked 49 agents from a pool of 250 licensed in the area. The right fit depends on your property type and timeline, so compare a shortlist of ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Athol 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 Athol?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Athol area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Athol market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Athol mean for sellers?
Athol's median sale price is $304,855 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 Athol?
Homes in Athol currently take a median of 22 to sell, though that figure reflects well-priced listings; year over year, market time registered a -3 days change. With 44.4% of homes going off the market within two weeks and 43.2% recording a price reduction, timeline hinges heavily on pricing accuracy. Condition, location within the 01331 area, and seasonal demand also affect how quickly a home sells. A home priced to current comparable data typically moves faster than one anchored to last year's expectations, which often drifts into the price-drop category.
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 Athol 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 Athol 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 Athol 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 Athol realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Athol 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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