Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Melrose, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(12)
Lisa Howitt
Century 21 Sexton & Donohue, Inc.
36 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.34%
in Melrose, MA
$234M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.68%
in Melrose, MA
$207.2M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $2.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.36%
in Melrose, MA
$131.3M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$2.46B
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.05%
in Melrose, MA
$455.9M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.39%
in Melrose, MA
$104.6M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.07%
in Melrose, MA
$441M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.08%
in Melrose, MA
$1.73B
All-Time Sales
$540K - $5.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$165.1M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$3.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $560K
Price Range
8
Sold in Melrose, MA
Top AgentTop 6.44%
in Melrose, MA
$379.1M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.78%
in Melrose, MA
$364.8M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.47%
in Melrose, MA
$710.1M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
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
5
Sold in Melrose, MA
Top Agent$923.7M
All-Time Sales
$690K - $8.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$292.1M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $5.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$216.8M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$178.8M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.4M
Price Range
4
Sold in Melrose, MA
Top Agent$782.7M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $5.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
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$203M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $3.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.86%
in Melrose, MA
$292.6M
All-Time Sales
$680K - $3.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(40)
Margaret O'Sullivan
William Raveis Real Estate
13 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 12.54%
in Melrose, MA
$144.5M
All-Time Sales
$580K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$245.1M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
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Lidiya Dimova
Lamacchia Realty
6 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.22%
in Melrose, MA
$52.1M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $2.5M
Price Range
Melrose Housing Market Trends
Homes in Melrose take a median 17 days to sell, go for 106.87% of asking, prices are up 0.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$959,365
median sale price
How fast they sell
17 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Melrose.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Melrose agents whose results fit it.
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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
14 days
Typical time on market
109.1%
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.
245
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: August 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 245 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 $959,365 as of August 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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