Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Watertown, MA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated June 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(38)
Wendy Rocca
Keller Williams Boston Northwest
31 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.23%
in Watertown, MA
$186M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $2.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.81%
in Watertown, MA
$144.8M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.27%
in Watertown, MA
$748.3M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $5.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.5%
in Watertown, MA
$209.2M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.5%
in Watertown, MA
$288.7M
All-Time Sales
$680K - $3.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.61%
in Watertown, MA
$108.4M
All-Time Sales
$580K - $3.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.73%
in Watertown, MA
$428.5M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.73%
in Watertown, MA
$280.3M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $3.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(11)
Mike Panza
Signal Real Estate - Panza Home Group
10 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.73%
in Watertown, MA
$106.1M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $2.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.96%
in Watertown, MA
$270.6M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.07%
in Watertown, MA
$375.1M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.42%
in Watertown, MA
$139.9M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.53%
in Watertown, MA
$378.4M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(42)
Rebecca Riopelle
Keller Williams Eastern Middlesex
8 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.53%
in Watertown, MA
$86M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.65%
in Watertown, MA
$159.3M
All-Time Sales
$950K - $5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.88%
in Watertown, MA
$196.7M
All-Time Sales
$520K - $3.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.88%
in Watertown, MA
$163.7M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.11%
in Watertown, MA
$75.8M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(46)
Nancy Moore
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
25 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.57%
in Watertown, MA
$162.3M
All-Time Sales
$690K - $3.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$40.7M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1M
Price Range
77
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Watertown Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$849,538
-8.16% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
19
+2 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
100.70%
-0.96% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
49.1%
+2.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
59.0%
-2.8% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
24.9%
+2.1% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.8
Realtors in Watertown
868
Verified MLS market data through June 2026.
Do Top Watertown Agents Sell Faster?
The 19 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Watertown sell in a median of 16 days, compared with the Watertown market median of 19 days on market.
About 3 days faster (16% quicker than the Watertown market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Watertown agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Watertown market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Watertown?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Watertown 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
17 days
Typical time on market
103.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Watertown, 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 Watertown Buyers and Sellers
Watertown presents a market where competitive indicators and pricing trends point in different directions, which is exactly the tension the Housing Market Trends module above helps quantify. On the demand side, 49.1% of homes sold above their asking price and 59.0% went under agreement within two weeks, both signs that well-positioned listings still draw fast, competitive attention. The sale-to-list ratio holds at 100.70%, meaning sellers are still collecting close to full ask on average. Months of supply sits at just 1.8, a level that traditionally favors sellers. At the same time, the median sale price moved -8.2% year over year, 24.9% of active listings have taken a price reduction, and median time on market registered a +2 days change. That combination tells a clear story: buyers who overreach on price get corrected, while realistically priced homes move quickly. For a buyer, the leverage lives in the 24.9% of listings that have already cut price. Those are the properties where measured, evidence-based offers land. Chasing the freshest listings against multiple bidders is where budgets get stretched. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one. With 62 active listings, 151 new listings, and 130 pending sales monthly, overpricing invites a reduction that costs momentum, while an accurate list price captures the above-ask energy that 49.1% of sellers are already seeing. Interpreting which side of that line a given home falls on requires local pricing judgment, not just headline averages. Watertown has 868 licensed agents, and the gap between them on this kind of judgment is wide, which is where verified performance data becomes the useful filter.
What Watertown Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Watertown 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 | $849,538 |
| Down payment (20%) | $169,908 |
| Loan amount | $679,630 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $5,470 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $849,538 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Watertown MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Watertown Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign overlooks what actually determines results: a documented track record across changing conditions. Among the 868 licensed agents active in Watertown, EffectiveAgents has ranked 37 based on verified transaction and outcome data. The top-ranked agent is Wendy Rocca of Keller Williams Boston Northwest, with 327 career transactions, 38 reviews, and $186.0M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters most on negotiation. In a market where 49.1% of homes clear above list yet 24.9% of listings cut price, knowing when to press and when to hold is a data-driven skill. An experienced agent reads sale-to-list patterns at 100.70% to structure offers and counteroffers that hold up. Whether you are working in the Bemis neighborhood or comparing options across zip codes 02472 and 02477, that judgment translates directly into dollars at closing. When reviewing agents, look past a single testimonial for consistent patterns across a body of reviews: repeat themes on communication, pricing accuracy, and follow-through carry more weight than any one rating.
How We Rank Watertown 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 Watertown 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
Watertown Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Watertown, MA?
The top-ranked agent in Watertown, MA by verified performance data is Wendy Rocca of Keller Williams Boston Northwest, with 327 career transactions and $186.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured outcomes such as transaction history, sale-to-list results, and client reviews rather than advertising spend. Of the 868 licensed agents in the area, 37 have earned a ranking. The best fit depends on your property, price point, and timeline, so we recommend comparing a short list of ranked agents against your specific needs.
How were these Watertown 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 Watertown?
Our data covers 868 real estate agents serving the Watertown area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Watertown market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Watertown mean for sellers?
Watertown's median sale price is $849,538 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Watertown?
In Watertown, the median home currently takes 19 days to sell, and time on market has recorded a +2 days change compared to last year. Several factors move an individual timeline: pricing accuracy relative to comparable sales, condition and staging, the specific zip code (02471, 02472, or 02477), and seasonal demand. With 59.0% of homes going under agreement within two weeks, correctly priced and well-prepared listings tend to move fastest, while homes that start above market often sit until a price reduction, which 24.9% of current listings have taken.
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 Watertown 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 Watertown 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 Watertown 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 Watertown realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Watertown 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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