Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Essex, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$451.5M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$253.3M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $4.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.95%
in Essex, MA
$716.4M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.95%
in Essex, MA
$375.2M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(35)
K. Meghan Maraghy
Foundation Brokerage Group
23 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.95%
in Essex, MA
$136.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$346M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $3.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$455.9M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top 2.27%
in Essex, MA
9
Sold in Essex, MA
1993
Year Licensed
Essex Housing Market Trends
Homes in Essex take a median 31 days to sell, go for 102.47% of asking, prices are up 8.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$798,620
median sale price
How fast they sell
31 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Essex.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Essex agents whose results fit it.
Essex agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 10 days, the Essex market in 31
median sale price in Essex
Do Top Essex Agents Sell Faster?
The 7 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Essex sell in a median of 10 days, compared with the Essex market median of 31 days on market.
About 21 days faster (68% quicker than the Essex market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Essex agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Essex market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Essex?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Essex 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
26 days
Typical time on market
102.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Essex, 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.
How We Rank Essex 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 Essex 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.
53
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
Essex Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Essex 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 Essex?
Our data covers 53 real estate agents serving the Essex area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Essex market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Essex mean for sellers?
Essex's median sale price is $798,620 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.
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 Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Essex 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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