Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Essex, MD
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
$571M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(806)
Robert Lucido
Keller Williams Lucido Agency
50 Years of experience
1,008+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.38%
in Essex, MD
$4.66B
All-Time Sales
$390K - $14M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$368M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.14B
All-Time Sales
$310K - $5.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(118)
Chris Cooke
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Homesale Realty
22 Years of experience
152+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.21%
in Essex, MD
$658.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.4M
Price Range
Top Agent$202.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.5M
Price Range
9
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Maureen Repp
eXp Realty
25 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.87%
in Essex, MD
$24.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $660K
Price Range
Top Agent$287.1M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(37)
Lisa St. Clair-Kimmey
Realty Plus Associates
33 Years of experience
46+ Sales in the last 12 months
$182.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $920K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.97%
in Essex, MD
$364.2M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(279)
Ellie McIntire
The Keller Williams Collective
24 Years of experience
66+ Sales in the last 12 months
$380.9M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(136)
Rita Quintero
Cummings & Co. Realtors - The Regional Team
25 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
$232.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$110.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(269)
Christina Elliott
One Roof Team of Keller Williams Integrity
22 Years of experience
76+ Sales in the last 12 months
$578.4M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(100)
Tony Migliaccio
Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.
30 Years of experience
124+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.08%
in Essex, MD
$413.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.08%
in Essex, MD
$147.4M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.08%
in Essex, MD
$60.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$117M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $5.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.63%
in Essex, MD
$31.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $650K
Price Range
Top Agent$40.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $840K
Price Range
3
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Top AgentTop 7.18%
in Essex, MD
$98.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(76)
Robert McArtor
RE/MAX Components - Maryland Homes Team
35 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
$165.8M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $4.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$502.7M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.56%
in Essex, MD
$291.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2M
Price Range
Top Agent$18.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $680K
Price Range
2
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Essex Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$259,870
-17.37% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
34
+3 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.41%
-1.27% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
39.2%
-1.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
40.2%
-0.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
36.7%
-0.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.4
Realtors in Essex
362
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Essex Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Essex sell in a median of 22 days, compared with the Essex market median of 34 days on market.
About 12 days faster (35% quicker than the Essex market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Essex agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Essex market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Essex?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Essex sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
29 days
Typical time on market
100.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Essex, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Essex Buyers and Sellers
Essex presents a market where competing signals sit close together, and reading them in combination matters more than any single figure. The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $259,870, a median of 34 days on market, and an average sale-to-list ratio of 99.41%. With 2.4 months of supply and 77 active listings against 33 homes sold monthly, inventory remains constrained enough to keep well-priced homes moving, yet not so tight that buyers have lost all footing.
The competitive indicators tell a nuanced story. About 39.2% of homes sold above list and 40.2% went off the market within two weeks, which signals genuine demand for correctly priced properties. At the same time, 36.7% of listings recorded a price cut, meaning a large share of sellers started too high and had to adjust. For a buyer, that split points to leverage on stale listings (those past the 34 day mark) while requiring discipline and speed on fresh, sharply priced homes. For a seller, the data argues for pricing near comparable sales from the start rather than testing the ceiling and chasing the market down.
Price moved -17.4% year over year and time on market shifted by a +3 days change, so conditions are recalibrating rather than crashing. Across 362 licensed agents in the area, execution varies widely, and knowing which listings are overpriced versus underexposed is where an experienced agent earns their keep.
What Essex Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Essex 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 | $259,870 |
| Down payment (20%) | $51,974 |
| Loan amount | $207,896 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,874 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $259,870 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Essex MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Essex Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely correlates with results. What matters is a verified track record of closings, negotiation outcomes measured against list price, and consistency across market cycles. In Essex, EffectiveAgents analyzed 372 transactions to rank 57 agents out of 362 licensed professionals working the 21221 area.
Tim Langhauser at Compass Home Group LLC leads the verified rankings with 1,712 career transactions and $569.0M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where 39.2% of homes sell above list yet 36.7% of listings require a price cut, because an agent who reads that divide correctly protects a seller from overpricing and helps a buyer identify where to push. Negotiation skill shows up in the gap between asking and closing, and the current 99.41% average reflects how narrow that margin can be for well-represented clients across Essex and the wider 21221 corridor.
A reliable review pattern, like the 420 reviews attached to the top-ranked agent here, offers a fuller picture than a single testimonial. Look for volume and consistency, not just a high average.
How We Rank Essex 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 Essex 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: July 2026
Essex Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Essex, MD?
The top-ranked agent in Essex, MD by verified production is Tim Langhauser at Compass Home Group LLC, with 1,712 career transactions and 420 client reviews. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims. We analyzed 372 local transactions and measured 57 qualifying agents on closing volume, sale-to-list performance, and review consistency. Because the best fit depends on your price point and timeline, we recommend comparing two or three verified agents before deciding rather than defaulting to a single name.
How were these Essex 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 Essex?
Our data covers 362 real estate agents serving the Essex area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Essex market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Essex mean for sellers?
Essex's median sale price is $259,870 as of July 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 Essex?
In Essex, the median home currently takes 34 days to sell, and market time has seen a +3 days change year over year. That figure is a midpoint, not a guarantee. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes often go under contract faster, with 40.2% of listings leaving the market within two weeks. Homes that start above comparable sales tend to linger, which helps explain why 36.7% of listings record a price cut. Pricing accuracy, condition, photography, and seasonal timing all shape how close your sale tracks to the 34 day 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 Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Essex 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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