Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Germantown, MD
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.31%
in Germantown, MD
$1.03B
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.46%
in Germantown, MD
$861.8M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.77%
in Germantown, MD
$439.7M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.93%
in Germantown, MD
$268.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.7%
in Germantown, MD
$244.4M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $3.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.78%
in Germantown, MD
$289.9M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.09%
in Germantown, MD
$162.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.64%
in Germantown, MD
$208.8M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.1%
in Germantown, MD
$131.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.5M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.25%
in Germantown, MD
$104.7M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.03%
in Germantown, MD
$1.04B
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.18%
in Germantown, MD
$286.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.65%
in Germantown, MD
$201.1M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $5.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.11%
in Germantown, MD
$48M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
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Patrick Beasley
Keller Williams Capital Properties
10 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.5%
in Germantown, MD
$50.2M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 9.74%
in Germantown, MD
$114.1M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.66%
in Germantown, MD
$68M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Cristian Cordova
JPAR Stellar Living
8 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.66%
in Germantown, MD
$15.1M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $870K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.82%
in Germantown, MD
$88.5M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.97%
in Germantown, MD
$544.2M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.44%
in Germantown, MD
$139.7M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.44%
in Germantown, MD
$27.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $730K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 12.06%
in Germantown, MD
$28.9M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $870K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 12.21%
in Germantown, MD
$154.1M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 15.15%
in Germantown, MD
$367M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.8M
Price Range
Germantown Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$444,777
+3.44% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
33
+1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
100.19%
-0.24% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
40.4%
-3.1% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
56.0%
-3.1% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
27.6%
-3.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.6
Realtors in Germantown
647
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Germantown Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Germantown sell in a median of 14 days, compared with the Germantown market median of 33 days on market.
About 19 days faster (58% quicker than the Germantown market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Germantown agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Germantown market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Germantown?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Germantown sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
29 days
Typical time on market
100.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Germantown, 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 Germantown Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Germantown carrying a median sale price of $444,777 with a sale-to-list ratio of 100.19%, and the competitive indicators point to a market where sellers hold measurable leverage. With 40.4% of homes selling above their asking price and 56.0% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings are moving quickly. Months of supply sits at 2.6, which is firmly inside the range that favors sellers rather than buyers, and the median home closes in about 33 days.
For buyers, this combination means competitive offers are often necessary on desirable properties, particularly given that prices moved +3.4% year over year. That said, 27.6% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, which signals that homes priced ahead of the market do sit and create negotiating room. Buyers who identify these stale listings, or who focus on the 200 active properties that have lingered, can find leverage the headline numbers obscure.
For sellers, the data supports pricing at or slightly below recent comparable sales to trigger the multiple-offer dynamic that pushes final prices past list. With 324 new listings and 251 pending sales in a typical month, demand is absorbing supply steadily rather than being overwhelmed by it. Choosing the right representation matters in a market this active. Germantown has 647 licensed agents, and understanding which of them consistently deliver measured results is where a data-driven ranking becomes valuable.
What Germantown Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Germantown 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 | $444,777 |
| Down payment (20%) | $88,955 |
| Loan amount | $355,822 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,990 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.67% mortgage rate (as of August 13, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $444,777 median home price with 20% down at 6.67% (as of August 13, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Germantown MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Germantown Realtor
Name recognition and marketing spend tell you little about whether an agent can actually price a home correctly or hold firm in a negotiation. The more useful signals are verified transaction history, review depth, and consistency across different neighborhoods and price points. On EffectiveAgents, 63 agents in Germantown have been ranked against those measures out of 647 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Lisa Sabelhaus at RE/MAX Town Center, has closed 2,187 transactions and carries 502 client reviews alongside more than $1.0B in all-time sales volume. That transaction depth matters in a market where 40.4% of homes sell above list, because negotiating above asking on behalf of a buyer, or defending a list price for a seller, is a repeatable skill built on volume. An agent working across the 20874, 20875, and 20876 zip codes should be able to explain why one street commands a different price per square foot than another. When you review agent profiles, read for patterns across the review body rather than any single testimonial, since consistency over hundreds of closings is the stronger predictor of outcome.
How We Rank Germantown 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 Germantown 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
Germantown Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Germantown, MD?
The top-ranked agent in Germantown, MD on EffectiveAgents is Lisa Sabelhaus at RE/MAX Town Center, with 2,187 verified transactions, 502 reviews, and more than $1.0B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims. We analyze 801 annual transactions and measure agents on closed volume, sale-to-list performance, and review consistency. That said, the best agent for you is the one whose track record matches your property type, price point, and target neighborhood, so compare several ranked profiles before deciding.
How were these Germantown 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 Germantown?
Our data covers 647 real estate agents serving the Germantown area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Germantown market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Germantown mean for sellers?
Germantown's median sale price is $444,777 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 Germantown?
The median home in Germantown sells in about 33 days, and 56.0% of listings go under contract within two weeks. Well-priced homes in desirable condition often move fastest, while the 27.6% of listings that record a price reduction typically reflect initial overpricing that extends the timeline. Your actual selling speed depends on pricing strategy, condition, location within zip codes like 20874 or 20876, and seasonality. With months of supply at 2.6, demand is absorbing inventory steadily, which supports the current pace for accurately priced homes.
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 Germantown 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 Germantown 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 Germantown 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 Germantown realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Germantown 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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