Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Northampton, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.85%
in Northampton, MA
$184M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$65.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.82%
in Northampton, MA
$71.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1000K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$56.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$209.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $800K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$92.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $740K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$42.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $930K
Price Range
2
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Top Agent$12.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.1M
Price Range
1
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Top Agent
(145)
Paul O'Rourke
The O'Rourke Group Real Estate Professionals
13 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
$129.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(26)
Leslie Brunelle
NRG Real Estate Services, Inc.
33 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
$81.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $710K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Northampton Housing Market Trends
Homes in Northampton take a median 22 days to sell, go for 102.15% of asking, prices are up 5.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$537,145
median sale price
How fast they sell
22 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Northampton.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Northampton agents whose results fit it.
Northampton agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Northampton
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Northampton?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Northampton sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
21 days
Typical time on market
104.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Northampton, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Northampton Buyers and Sellers
Northampton's housing market currently favors sellers, though the underlying signals are more nuanced than the headline numbers suggest. The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $537,145 at roughly $347.98 per square foot, with homes moving in a median of 22 days. With 2.5 months of supply against 75 active listings and 100 pending sales, demand continues to outpace what sellers are bringing to market, even as 121 new listings arrive monthly.
The competitive indicators tell buyers where leverage sits. With 52.3% of homes selling above list and 56.0% going off the market within two weeks, the strongest, well-priced listings still draw fast, aggressive offers. Yet 29.5% of listings recorded a price drop, and the sale-to-list ratio moved -3.21% year over year to 102.15%. That gap signals a two-tier market: turnkey homes near zip codes 01060 and 01063 clear quickly, while overpriced or dated inventory sits and negotiates.
For a buyer, this means anchoring your offer to how long a specific home has been listed rather than assuming every property draws a bidding war. Properties past the 22-day mark are candidates for concessions. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one; the price-drop share shows that overreaching invites the exact delay you are trying to avoid. With 353 licensed agents working this market, choosing one who reads these signals correctly is the difference between pricing to sell and chasing the market down.
What Northampton Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Northampton 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 | $537,145 |
| Down payment (20%) | $107,429 |
| Loan amount | $429,716 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,765 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $537,145 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Northampton MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Northampton Realtor
Choosing a real estate agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign overlooks what actually determines your outcome: transaction volume, pricing accuracy, and how an agent performs when a deal gets complicated. In a market where 52.3% of homes sell above list yet 29.5% require a price cut, negotiation skill and correct initial pricing separate strong results from average ones. EffectiveAgents analyzed 266 local transactions to rank the top performers among Northampton's 353 licensed agents. Holly Young at Delap Real Estate leads that group, with 466 career transactions, $178.5M in all-time sales volume, and 42 verified client reviews. That depth of experience matters across the range of properties found near zip codes 01060, 01061, and 01063, from condos to single-family homes. When you review agents, look past the star rating to the pattern within the reviews: consistency across many closings, how they handled negotiations, and whether communication held up under pressure. Only 27 agents met the ranking threshold, which is the shortlist worth interviewing first.
How We Rank Northampton 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 Northampton 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.
353
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
Northampton Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Northampton, MA?
Holly Young at Delap Real Estate ranks as the top agent in Northampton, MA, based on EffectiveAgents' analysis of 266 local transactions. Holly has closed 466 career transactions with $178.5M in all-time sales volume and holds 42 verified client reviews. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents measures actual performance data, including transaction count, sales volume, and review patterns, across all 353 licensed agents in the area. Only 27 qualified as ranked agents. The best fit still depends on your property type and price point, so interview more than one.
How were these Northampton 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 Northampton?
Our data covers 353 real estate agents serving the Northampton area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Northampton market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Northampton mean for sellers?
Northampton's median sale price is $537,145 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Northampton?
The median home in Northampton sells in about 22 days, though that figure reflects market time before closing and moved a +1 day change year over year. Actual timelines vary widely: 56.0% of homes go under contract within two weeks, while others linger past the 22-day median. Pricing accuracy is the largest factor, since 29.5% of listings required a reduction. Condition, location within zip codes 01060, 01061, and 01063, and seasonal timing also shape how quickly a home draws offers. Correct initial pricing consistently shortens the timeline.
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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Northampton 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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