Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Columbia, MD

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

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    Robert Lucido profile picture
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    (806)

    Robert Lucido

    Keller Williams Lucido Agency

    50 Years of experience

    985+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.11%

    in Columbia, MD

    $4.56B

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $14M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Brian Pakulla

    Red Cedar Real Estate

    27 Years of experience

    75+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.21%

    in Columbia, MD

    $1.35B

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Trent Gladstone profile picture
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    Trent Gladstone

    Keller Williams Integrity

    24 Years of experience

    82+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.63%

    in Columbia, MD

    $538.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jim Bim

    Winning Edge Real Estate

    43 Years of experience

    214+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.95%

    in Columbia, MD

    $613.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    Eric Black profile picture
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    Eric Black

    Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Company

    23 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.06%

    in Columbia, MD

    $522.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Susan Romm

    RE/MAX Realty Group

    41 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.16%

    in Columbia, MD

    $464.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    Veronica Sniscak profile picture
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    Veronica Sniscak

    Compass - VSells & Associates

    28 Years of experience

    200+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.27%

    in Columbia, MD

    $455.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    7%

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    David Jimenez

    RE/MAX Sails

    10 Years of experience

    178+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.48%

    in Columbia, MD

    $490.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Christina Elliott profile picture
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    Christina Elliott

    One Roof Team of Keller Williams Integrity

    22 Years of experience

    70+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.11%

    in Columbia, MD

    $569.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ellie McIntire

    The Keller Williams Collective

    24 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.53%

    in Columbia, MD

    $373.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Joe Bird

    Red Cedar Real Estate

    15 Years of experience

    90+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.85%

    in Columbia, MD

    $268.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    James Weiskerger profile picture
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    James Weiskerger

    Next Step Realty

    24 Years of experience

    139+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.48%

    in Columbia, MD

    $1.13B

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $5.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Alecia Scott profile picture
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    Alecia Scott

    Long & Foster Real Estate

    24 Years of experience

    198+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.59%

    in Columbia, MD

    $853.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Kristin Miller profile picture
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    Kristin Miller

    Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Company

    16 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.65%

    in Columbia, MD

    $87.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Robyn Kim

    Compass

    25 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.49%

    in Columbia, MD

    $78.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    Donna Kerr profile picture
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    Donna Kerr

    Donna Kerr Group

    28 Years of experience

    37+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.81%

    in Columbia, MD

    $1.04B

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Anne Herrera Franklin

    Coldwell Banker

    40 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.02%

    in Columbia, MD

    $75.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    Rhonda O'Guinn profile picture
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    Rhonda O'Guinn

    Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Co.

    19 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.12%

    in Columbia, MD

    $40.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $1.5M

    Price Range

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    Kevin Carroll

    Doulgas Realty

    14 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.34%

    in Columbia, MD

    $137.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $930K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jonah Taylor

    Keller Williams Realty Centre

    11 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.08%

    in Columbia, MD

    $104.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    11%

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    Lucie Lynch

    FAIRFAX REALTY PREMIER

    36 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.18%

    in Columbia, MD

    $30.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $650K

    Price Range

    Linda Fredeking profile picture
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    Linda Fredeking

    Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty

    39 Years of experience

    99+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.81%

    in Columbia, MD

    $499.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Missy Miller

    ReMax Advantage Realty

    29 Years of experience

    64+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.92%

    in Columbia, MD

    $106.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Sheena Kurian

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

    22 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.24%

    in Columbia, MD

    $58.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $420K - $1.1M

    Price Range

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    Eric Figurelle

    Cummings & Co Realtors

    24 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.66%

    in Columbia, MD

    $511.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top Columbia Agents Sell Faster?

    The 23 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Columbia sell in a median of 14 days, compared with the Columbia market median of 20 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents14 days
    Columbia market20 days

    About 6 days faster (30% quicker than the Columbia market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Columbia agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Columbia market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Columbia?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Columbia sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    29Jan22Feb18Mar18Apr20May10Jun15Jul18Aug23Sep24Oct27Nov23Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    10 days

    Typical time on market

    102.4%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Columbia, MD sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.

    How We Rank Columbia 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 Columbia 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

    Columbia Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Columbia 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 Columbia?

    Our data covers 947 real estate agents serving the Columbia area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Columbia market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Columbia mean for sellers?

    Columbia's median sale price is $485,000 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Columbia 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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