Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Melrose, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(12)
Lisa Howitt
Century 21 Sexton & Donohue, Inc.
36 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.44%
in Melrose, MA
$229.1M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(39)
Bill Butler
Leading Edge Real Estate
22 Years of experience
42+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.89%
in Melrose, MA
$197.7M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $2.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(47)
Joelle Smith, CRS, GREEN, ABR
Compass
11 Years of experience
24+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.77%
in Melrose, MA
$121.5M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(220)
David Ladner
RE/MAX Harmony
13 Years of experience
129+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.65%
in Melrose, MA
$412.5M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(34)
Tina Crowley
Remax Trinity
16 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.1%
in Melrose, MA
$101.5M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(123)
Mike Quail
eXp Realty
20 Years of experience
44+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.98%
in Melrose, MA
$433.4M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(74)
John Dean
Engel & Volkers
17 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.75%
in Melrose, MA
$162.7M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Eileen Hamblin
RE/MAX
45 Years of experience
0+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.75%
in Melrose, MA
$3.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $560K
Price Range
Top Agent(9)
Stephen McKenna
Real Living Real Estate
41 Years of experience
149+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.08%
in Melrose, MA
$378.3M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $3M
Price Range
Top Agent(42)
Rebecca Riopelle
Keller Williams Eastern Middlesex
8 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.52%
in Melrose, MA
$86M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent(116)
Chris Kostopoulos
Keller Williams Realty
22 Years of experience
106+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.41%
in Melrose, MA
$735M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $5.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(45)
Kelly Dimbat
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
24 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.41%
in Melrose, MA
$137.8M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(114)
Gail Luchini
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
20 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.85%
in Melrose, MA
$243.9M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(40)
Matt Tasgin
United Brokers
7 Years of experience
37+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.29%
in Melrose, MA
$70.5M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(6)
Ana Riffel
eXp Realty
14 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.29%
in Melrose, MA
$39.3M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1M
Price Range
Top Agent(43)
Lisa Santilli
Classified Realty Group
24 Years of experience
19+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.18%
in Melrose, MA
$87.5M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $2.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(26)
Gene Hashkes
William Raveis Real Estate
32 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.06%
in Melrose, MA
$190.3M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $3.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(42)
Nellie Aikenhead
Aikenhead Real Estate Inc
16 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.27%
in Melrose, MA
$286.2M
All-Time Sales
$680K - $3.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(73)
Mike Sokolowski
Torii Homes
11 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
$51.2M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $1.8M
Price Range
76
Total Number Of Homes Sold
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Kyle Daddieco
eXp Realty
13 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
$21.4M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.1M
Price Range
48
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(31)
Paige Shelton
Coldwell Banker
6 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
$10.9M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $1.4M
Price Range
16
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(15)
John "JJ" Gallant
Dina's Realty, LLC
9 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$27M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $1.3M
Price Range
50
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Melrose Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$877,500
+6.69% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
11
0 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
107.64%
-4.59% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
80.8%
-10.9% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
66.7%
-17.1% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
26.7%
+3.0% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.7
Realtors in Melrose
226
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Melrose?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Melrose sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
11 days
Typical time on market
109.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Melrose, 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 Melrose
Median home values across Melrose, MA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Cedar Park
+55% over 5 years
$842K
East Side
+57% over 5 years
$841K
Melrose Highlands
+69% over 5 years
$791K
Mount Hood
+62% over 5 years
$772K
Wyoming
+75% over 5 years
$751K
Oak Grove-Pine Banks
+61% over 5 years
$697K
Downtown
+67% over 5 years
$595K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
How We Rank Melrose 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 Melrose 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: May 2026
Melrose Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Melrose 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 Melrose?
Our data covers 226 real estate agents serving the Melrose area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Melrose market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Melrose mean for sellers?
Melrose's median sale price is $877,500 as of May 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 Melrose 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.
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