Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Melrose, MA

    Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated June 2026. No pay-to-play.

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    Lisa Howitt profile picture
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    Lisa Howitt

    Century 21 Sexton & Donohue, Inc.

    36 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.34%

    in Melrose, MA

    $230M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (39)

    Bill Butler

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    44+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.68%

    in Melrose, MA

    $201.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (48)

    Joelle Smith, CRS, GREEN, ABR

    Compass

    11 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.37%

    in Melrose, MA

    $125.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $570K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (222)

    David Ladner

    RE/MAX Harmony

    13 Years of experience

    142+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.05%

    in Melrose, MA

    $428.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $530K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (34)

    Tina Crowley

    Remax Trinity

    16 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.39%

    in Melrose, MA

    $102.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Mike Quail

    eXp Realty

    20 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.07%

    in Melrose, MA

    $441M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (74)

    John Dean

    Engel & Volkers

    17 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.78%

    in Melrose, MA

    $163.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Eileen Hamblin

    RE/MAX

    45 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.78%

    in Melrose, MA

    $3.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $560K

    Price Range

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    Stephen McKenna

    Real Living Real Estate

    41 Years of experience

    172+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.46%

    in Melrose, MA

    $411M

    All-Time Sales

    $720K - $4.1M

    Price Range

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    Rebecca Riopelle

    Keller Williams Eastern Middlesex

    8 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.14%

    in Melrose, MA

    $86M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $1.7M

    Price Range

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    (117)

    Chris Kostopoulos

    Keller Williams Realty

    22 Years of experience

    117+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.51%

    in Melrose, MA

    $749M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $5.7M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Nellie Aikenhead profile picture
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    (42)

    Nellie Aikenhead

    Aikenhead Real Estate Inc

    16 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.85%

    in Melrose, MA

    $288.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $680K - $3.6M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Kelly Dimbat

    Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

    24 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.19%

    in Melrose, MA

    $139.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Gail Luchini

    Keller Williams Realty Evolution

    20 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.53%

    in Melrose, MA

    $251.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Matt Tasgin

    United Brokers

    7 Years of experience

    44+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.87%

    in Melrose, MA

    $75.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Ana Riffel

    eXp Realty

    14 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.29%

    in Melrose, MA

    $40.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $1M

    Price Range

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    Lisa Santilli

    Classified Realty Group

    24 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.56%

    in Melrose, MA

    $88.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $590K - $2.4M

    Price Range

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    Gene Hashkes

    William Raveis Real Estate

    32 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.06%

    in Melrose, MA

    $196.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $520K - $3.6M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (71)

    Mike Sokolowski

    Torii Homes

    11 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $53.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $540K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    79

    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

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    Paige Shelton

    Coldwell Banker

    6 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $13M

    All-Time Sales

    $580K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    18

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    (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

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    Fernando Perez

    Cameron Real Estate Group

    11 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    2015

    Year Licensed

    11

    Years Experience

    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)

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    May

    Best month to sell

    14 days

    Typical time on market

    109%

    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

    Melrose Highlands

    +69% over 5 years

    $791K

    Mount Hood

    +62% over 5 years

    $772K

    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: June 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 243 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 $932,493 as of June 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.

    Should I use a local Melrose 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 Melrose 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 Melrose realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Melrose 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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