Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Potomac, MD
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Top Agent
(32)
Kari Wilner
TTR Sothebys International Realty
37 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.48%
in Potomac, MD
$119.5M
All-Time Sales
$910K - $5.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.85%
in Potomac, MD
$925.9M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$157.7M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.03B
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$596M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $9.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(44)
Jared Russell
Keller Williams Capital Properties
18 Years of experience
37+ Sales in the last 12 months
$180.1M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$133.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.5M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.87%
in Potomac, MD
$247.9M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $3.3M
Price Range
Top Agent(807)
Robert Lucido
Keller Williams Lucido Agency
50 Years of experience
954+ Sales in the last 12 months
$4.67B
All-Time Sales
$390K - $14M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.05B
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$435.8M
All-Time Sales
$920K - $4.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$84.6M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $3.3M
Price Range
5
Sold in Potomac, MD
Top Agent$441.7M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$108.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$209.5M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $3M
Price Range
4
Sold in Potomac, MD
Top Agent(15)
Carolyn Thompson
Real Estate Search and Sale, LLC
24 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
$67.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.1M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$271.3M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.04%
in Potomac, MD
$236.5M
All-Time Sales
$840K - $4.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.1%
in Potomac, MD
$117.3M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.2M
Price Range
Top Agent(101)
Veronica Sniscak
Compass - VSells & Associates
28 Years of experience
208+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.79%
in Potomac, MD
$471.4M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$126.2M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$164.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.13%
in Potomac, MD
$83.6M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $3.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$151.9M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $1.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.27%
in Potomac, MD
$295.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2M
Price Range
Potomac Housing Market Trends
Homes in Potomac take a median 34 days to sell, go for 99.84% of asking, prices are up 6.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$1,274,157
median sale price
How fast they sell
34 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Potomac.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Potomac agents whose results fit it.
Potomac agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 13 days, the Potomac market in 34
median sale price in Potomac
Do Top Potomac Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Potomac sell in a median of 13 days, compared with the Potomac market median of 34 days on market.
About 21 days faster (62% quicker than the Potomac market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Potomac agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Potomac market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Potomac?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Potomac sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
17 days
Typical time on market
101.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Potomac, 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 Potomac Buyers and Sellers
Potomac presents a nuanced picture for anyone reading the Housing Market Trends module above. The median sale price sits at $1,274,157, a move of +6.2% year over year, yet several competitive indicators still tilt toward sellers. With 36.8% of homes selling above list price and 37.2% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented properties continue to draw fast, competitive offers. Months of supply stands at just 2.4, which is firmly inside seller-market territory, and the average sale-to-list ratio of 99.84% confirms that final prices are landing close to or above asking.
That said, leverage is not one-sided. Median days on market now sit at 34, reflecting a +5 days change in market time, and 29.0% of listings have recorded a price reduction. For buyers, this means the homes that linger, often the ones priced ahead of the market, are where negotiating room exists. On a home priced correctly from day one, buyers should expect to compete near or above list; on a stale listing, an evidence-based offer supported by comps carries weight.
For sellers, the takeaway is disciplined pricing. With 126 active listings and 53 homes selling monthly across zip codes like 20854 and 20859, mispricing invites the price drops that 29.0% of sellers are already absorbing. Getting the list price right the first time is the single largest lever. With 1,462 licensed agents operating locally, the difference between an agent who reads these signals and one who does not is measurable in both timeline and final proceeds.
What Potomac Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Potomac 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 | $1,274,157 |
| Down payment (20%) | $254,831 |
| Loan amount | $1,019,326 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $8,470 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,274,157 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Potomac MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Potomac Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: verified results and negotiation track record. Across Potomac, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 571 annual transactions and ranked 87 agents out of 1,462 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Kari Wilner at TTR Sothebys International Realty, has closed 104 transactions with $118.9M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in a market where 36.8% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 99.84%, because negotiation experience directly shapes final proceeds. In luxury-oriented zip codes such as 20854 and 20859, an agent who understands buyer behavior and pricing signals can be the difference between a home that sells near asking and one that absorbs one of the 29.0% price reductions recorded across current listings. When reviewing candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study review patterns over time; Kari Wilner's 32 reviews reflect the kind of consistent, repeatable performance that outlasts any one transaction.
How We Rank Potomac 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 Potomac 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.
1,462
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
Potomac Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Potomac, MD?
The top-ranked agent in Potomac, MD on EffectiveAgents is Kari Wilner at TTR Sothebys International Realty, with 104 closed transactions and $118.9M in all-time sales volume. Rather than relying on advertising or name recognition, EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, closing performance, and review patterns. Of 1,462 licensed agents in the area, only 87 meet the ranking criteria drawn from 571 analyzed transactions. The best agent for you depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so compare several ranked candidates before deciding.
How were these Potomac 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 Potomac?
Our data covers 1,462 real estate agents serving the Potomac area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Potomac market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Potomac mean for sellers?
Potomac's median sale price is $1,274,157 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 Potomac?
In Potomac, the median home currently takes 34 to sell, reflecting a +5 days change in market time compared with last year. That figure is a midpoint, not a guarantee: correctly priced homes often move faster, with 37.2% going under contract within two weeks, while overpriced listings account for much of the 29.0% that record reductions. Pricing accuracy, condition, presentation, and time of year all influence the timeline. With months of supply at 2.4, well-prepared listings continue to attract buyers efficiently.
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 Potomac 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 Potomac 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 Potomac 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 Potomac realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Potomac 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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