Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Murphy, MO
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$56M
All-Time Sales
$30K - $700K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$181.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$41.3M
All-Time Sales
$40K - $610K
Price Range
859
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent
(72)
Brian Preston
PalmerHouse Properties & Associates LLC
25 Years of experience
58+ Sales in the last 12 months
$12.4M
All-Time Sales
$10K - $530K
Price Range
794
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$31.9M
All-Time Sales
$40K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$23.5M
All-Time Sales
$40K - $410K
Price Range
501
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(30)
Lexi Engelbach
Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield
12 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
$11.4M
All-Time Sales
$20K - $390K
Price Range
393
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(20)
Jessica Vargas
Keller Williams Mid Rivers Homes - Jessica's Property Team
10 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
$350K
All-Time Sales
303
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2016
Year Licensed
Top Agent$350K
All-Time Sales
281
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2018
Year Licensed
Top Agent$140K
All-Time Sales
229
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2003
Year Licensed
Top Agent$6.1M
All-Time Sales
$20K - $560K
Price Range
217
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$3.6M
All-Time Sales
$20K - $270K
Price Range
121
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Murphy Housing Market Trends
Homes in Murphy take a median 8 days to sell, go for 104.07% of asking, prices are down 1.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
0.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$257,580
median sale price
How fast they sell
8 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
0.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Murphy.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Murphy agents whose results fit it.
Murphy agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Murphy
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Murphy?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Murphy sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
9 days
Typical time on market
103.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Murphy, MO 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 Murphy Buyers and Sellers
Murphy currently registers as one of the tighter markets in Missouri, and the Housing Market Trends module above frames why. With only 3 active listings against 6 homes sold monthly and just 0.5 months of supply, demand is absorbing available inventory almost as fast as it appears. That scarcity concentrates negotiating leverage on the seller side. The clearest signals are 55.6% of homes selling above their asking price and 67.5% going off the market within two weeks, both of which point to competitive bidding on well-positioned properties.
For a buyer, this combination means speed and precision matter more than patience. With a median sale-to-list ratio of 104.07% and a median of 8 days on market, offers that hesitate or come in under list are unlikely to win. Buyers should arrive pre-approved, prepared to compete near or above list, and ready to move on a home quickly. The one counterweight is that 27.7% of listings still recorded a price reduction, meaning overpriced or slower-moving homes do exist and can present openings for disciplined buyers.
For a seller, the data supports confident pricing, but the presence of price drops shows the market still corrects mispriced listings. Pricing accurately at the outset captures the fast-sale dynamic rather than betting on it. Median price moved -1.1% year over year, a meaningful shift that changes comparable-based pricing quickly. With 817 licensed agents operating locally, choosing one who understands these micro-conditions is where measurable value is created.
What Murphy Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Murphy 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 | $257,580 |
| Down payment (20%) | $51,516 |
| Loan amount | $206,064 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,897 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $257,580 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Murphy MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Murphy Realtor
Choosing a real estate agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: transaction volume, pricing accuracy, and negotiation results measured over time. In Murphy, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 70 annual transactions and ranked 18 agents from a pool of 817 licensed professionals. The top-ranked agent, Greg Abel at Avenue Real Estate Group, has closed 1046 transactions with $181.6M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience carries weight in a market where 55.6% of homes sell above list and negotiation can decide thousands of dollars in either direction. An agent who understands how to structure competitive offers, or how to position a listing to capture the 67.5% of homes moving within two weeks, translates data into results. When reviewing candidates, look at review patterns as well as counts: consistency across many closings often reveals more than a handful of standout ratings.
How We Rank Murphy 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 Murphy 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.
817
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
Murphy Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Murphy, MO?
The top-ranked agent in Murphy, MO, based on EffectiveAgents data is Greg Abel at Avenue Real Estate Group, with 1046 career transactions and $181.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using a methodology built on verified transaction history, sale-to-list performance, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. Of the 817 licensed agents in the area, 18 have been ranked. The best fit depends on your specific goals, so comparing several ranked agents against your price point and timeline is the recommended approach.
How were these Murphy 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 Murphy?
Our data covers 817 real estate agents serving the Murphy area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Murphy market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Murphy mean for sellers?
Murphy's median sale price is $257,580 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 Murphy?
Homes in Murphy currently sell in a median of 8 days, one of the faster paces in the region. Year over year, market time reflected a -1 day change, so timelines can shift as conditions evolve. Several factors influence how quickly an individual home sells: pricing accuracy relative to recent comparables, condition and presentation, location, and seasonality. With 67.5% of homes going under contract within two weeks, well-priced properties move quickly, while listings that require a price drop, currently 27.7%, tend to sit longer before selling.
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 Murphy 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 Murphy 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 Murphy 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 Murphy realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Murphy 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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