Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Cambridge, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.19%
in Cambridge, MA
$271.2M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.93%
in Cambridge, MA
$733.8M
All-Time Sales
$910K - $6.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$174M
All-Time Sales
$650K - $5.9M
Price Range
39
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Top AgentTop 1.3%
in Cambridge, MA
$923.7M
All-Time Sales
$690K - $8.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.4%
in Cambridge, MA
$165.1M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.58%
in Cambridge, MA
$292.6M
All-Time Sales
$680K - $3.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.68%
in Cambridge, MA
$284.3M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $3.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.14%
in Cambridge, MA
$2.46B
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$605.1M
All-Time Sales
$810K - $6.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$380.7M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.42%
in Cambridge, MA
$216.8M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$292.1M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $5.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$105M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $3M
Price Range
13
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Top Agent
(42)
Rebecca Riopelle
Keller Williams Eastern Middlesex
8 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
$86M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.7M
Price Range
12
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Top AgentTop 2.8%
in Cambridge, MA
$379.1M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.89%
in Cambridge, MA
$364.8M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$782.7M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $5.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Michele Friedler
Hammond Residential Real Estate
43 Years of experience
19+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.17%
in Cambridge, MA
$326.9M
All-Time Sales
$980K - $5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.26%
in Cambridge, MA
$32.2M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$113.2M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $3.2M
Price Range
7
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Top Agent(56)
Paige Cadogan
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
28 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
$205.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(38)
Wendy Rocca
Keller Williams Boston Northwest
31 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$194.4M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(5)
Mary Murray
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
39 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
$200.8M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.19%
in Cambridge, MA
$103.8M
All-Time Sales
$630K - $3M
Price Range
Top Agent$22.4M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $780K
Price Range
3
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Cambridge Housing Market Trends
Homes in Cambridge take a median 28 days to sell, go for 101.89% of asking, prices are up 9.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.1 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$1,270,895
median sale price
How fast they sell
28 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.1 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Cambridge.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Cambridge agents whose results fit it.
Cambridge agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 19 days, the Cambridge market in 28
median sale price in Cambridge
Do Top Cambridge Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Cambridge sell in a median of 19 days, compared with the Cambridge market median of 28 days on market.
About 9 days faster (32% quicker than the Cambridge market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Cambridge agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Cambridge market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Cambridge?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Cambridge sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
19 days
Typical time on market
102.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Cambridge, 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Cambridge
Median home values across Cambridge, MA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Aggasiz - Harvard North
+32% over 5 years
$1.25M
Strawberry Hill
+45% over 5 years
$997K
Peabody
+44% over 5 years
$958K
Wellington-Harrington
+48% over 5 years
$910K
The Port - Area 4
+49% over 5 years
$906K
East Cambridge
+43% over 5 years
$884K
Cambridge Highlands
+44% over 5 years
$862K
MIT
$732K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Cambridge Buyers and Sellers
Cambridge remains one of the tighter markets in Massachusetts, and the competitive indicators layered onto the Housing Market Trends module above tell a nuanced story. With months of supply at 4.1 and the median home selling in just 28 days, well-priced listings still move quickly. 40.4% of homes go off the market within two weeks, and 38.0% close above their asking price, so the average sale-to-list ratio sits at 101.89%. On its face, that favors sellers. Yet the median sale price moved +9.1% year over year, and 24.7% of active listings have taken at least one price cut, a signal that initial asking prices are increasingly outrunning what buyers will pay.
For a buyer, this combination means selectivity pays. The homes drawing multiple offers are typically sharply priced from day one, so competing there requires a clean, decisive offer. But the meaningful share of listings with price reductions creates room to negotiate on properties that have lingered past the 28-day median. Watching days on market before writing an offer is the single clearest tell of where leverage sits.
For a seller, the data argues against aspirational pricing. With 269 active listings and 283 new ones arriving monthly, an overpriced home quickly joins the 24.7% that end up cutting. Pricing to the market captures the early rush of buyers when demand is concentrated. Cambridge has 1,073 licensed agents, but experience reading these micro-signals varies widely, which is where verified performance data matters most.
What Cambridge Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Cambridge 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 | $1,270,895 |
| Down payment (20%) | $254,179 |
| Loan amount | $1,016,716 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $8,533 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,270,895 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Cambridge MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Cambridge Realtor
Choosing an agent in Cambridge on name recognition or a familiar yard sign can obscure what actually matters: measured transaction history and negotiation outcomes. EffectiveAgents analyzed 738 transactions to rank agents on verified results rather than advertising spend. John ONeil at Gibson Sothebys leads that analysis with 364 transactions and $270.6M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans price points across neighborhoods like West Cambridge, Mid-Cambridge, and Cambridgeport. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers: in a market where 38.0% of homes sell above list, an agent who understands when to hold firm and when a property in Riverside or East Cambridge warrants a price adjustment protects real dollars for their client. Of 1,073 licensed agents citywide, only 72 meet the ranking threshold. Pay attention to review patterns as much as review counts: consistency across many closings signals a repeatable process, while a handful of scattered reviews tells you far less about how an agent performs under pressure.
How We Rank Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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.
1,073
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
Cambridge Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Cambridge, MA?
Based on verified transaction data, John ONeil at Gibson Sothebys ranks as a top real estate agent in Cambridge, MA, with 364 closed transactions, 31 reviews, and $270.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 738 transactions and measuring actual results, not advertising. Of 1,073 licensed agents in the area, only 72 meet our ranking criteria. The right fit depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents.
How were these Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Our data covers 1,073 real estate agents serving the Cambridge area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Cambridge market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Cambridge mean for sellers?
Cambridge's median sale price is $1,270,895 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 Cambridge?
The median home in Cambridge currently sells in about 28 days, a +4 days change in market time compared with last year. That figure reflects time to accept an offer, so add roughly 30 to 45 days for closing. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and neighborhood demand. With 40.4% of homes going off the market within two weeks, sharply priced listings still move fast, while homes that miss the market on price often join the 24.7% that reduce and sit longer.
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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Cambridge 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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