Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Burlington, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.22%
in Burlington, NC
$195.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.66%
in Burlington, NC
$67.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.54%
in Burlington, NC
$152.3M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $59.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.74%
in Burlington, NC
$131.1M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.96%
in Burlington, NC
$264.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.03%
in Burlington, NC
$40.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.57%
in Burlington, NC
$50.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.11%
in Burlington, NC
$57.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $850K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 12.53%
in Burlington, NC
$46.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 12.97%
in Burlington, NC
$34.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.29%
in Burlington, NC
$81.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.73%
in Burlington, NC
$48.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $800K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 15.82%
in Burlington, NC
$451.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.04%
in Burlington, NC
$76.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $950K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.04%
in Burlington, NC
$52M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $700K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.48%
in Burlington, NC
$32M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $700K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.7%
in Burlington, NC
$6.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $460K
Price Range
Top Agent
(72)
Kendahl McIntyre
Kendahl McIntyre Real Estate LLC
18 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 17.36%
in Burlington, NC
$144.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$48.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $800K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Robert Hunt
Keller Williams Elite Realty
12 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
$92.8M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Thomas Flanagan (Commercial)
NAI Piedmont Triad
9 Years of experience
0+ Sales in the last 12 months
2017
Year Licensed
9
Years Experience
Burlington Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$262,369
+0.14% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
45
+15 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.30%
-0.24% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
11.8%
-6.5% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
31.1%
-1.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
36.2%
-0.3% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
3.3
Realtors in Burlington
455
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Burlington Agents Sell Faster?
The 20 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Burlington sell in a median of 21 days, compared with the Burlington market median of 45 days on market.
About 24 days faster (53% quicker than the Burlington market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Burlington agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Burlington market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Burlington?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Burlington 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
30 days
Typical time on market
98.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Burlington, NC 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 Burlington Buyers and Sellers
Burlington's housing market shows a balanced profile that rewards careful positioning from both sides of the transaction. Building on the Housing Market Trends module above, the median sale price sits at $262,369 and moved +0.1% year over year, while homes are trading at $171.97 per square foot. With 3.3 months of supply and 208 active listings against 64 monthly sales, neither buyers nor sellers hold decisive control. That equilibrium is the context every offer should be built around.
The competitive indicators point toward measured buyer leverage. Only 11.8% of homes sold above list, and 36.2% of active listings have taken a price reduction, which signals that a meaningful share of sellers initially priced ahead of the market. At the same time, 31.1% of homes left the market within two weeks, so correctly priced and well-presented homes still move quickly. The average sale-to-list ratio of 98.30% tells buyers that disciplined offers modestly below asking are frequently accepted, while sellers should resist anchoring to aspirational numbers.
With median days on market at 45 and a +15 days change in market time, timing strategy matters more than it did a year ago. Buyers can negotiate on listings that have aged past that median, and sellers benefit from pricing accurately in the first two weeks when demand attention peaks. Across the 455 licensed agents working this market, execution quality varies widely, which is where independent performance data becomes the deciding factor in choosing representation.
What Burlington Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Burlington 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 | $262,369 |
| Down payment (20%) | $52,474 |
| Loan amount | $209,895 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,882 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.71% mortgage rate (as of September 3, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $262,369 median home price with 20% down at 6.71% (as of September 3, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Burlington MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Burlington Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the metrics that actually predict outcomes: closed volume, transaction count, and consistent client feedback. Verified performance data separates agents who occasionally list from those who reliably close. In Burlington, our analysis of 741 annual transactions surfaces measurable differences among the 455 licensed agents serving the area. The top-ranked agent, Hilary Hill at Hill Barbour Realty, has recorded 804 career transactions, 64 client reviews, and $195.1M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio holds at 98.30% and 36.2% of listings adjust their price, since negotiation skill directly shapes final terms. Agents with heavy repeat volume across zip codes like 27215 and 27217 understand how buyer demand differs block by block and how to time a listing so it captures the 31.1% of homes that sell within two weeks. When reviewing candidates, read for patterns across many reviews rather than a single standout comment, since consistency over dozens of closings is the more reliable signal.
How We Rank Burlington 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 Burlington 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
Burlington Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Burlington, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Burlington, NC based on verified performance data is Hilary Hill at Hill Barbour Realty, with 804 career transactions, 64 client reviews, and $195.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing objective outcomes, including closed transaction counts, sales volume, and review consistency, drawn from 741 transactions across the market. Rather than relying on advertising or name recognition, this methodology identifies the 42 agents who demonstrate measured, repeatable results, helping buyers and sellers compare representation on evidence rather than reputation alone.
How were these Burlington 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 Burlington?
Our data covers 455 real estate agents serving the Burlington area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Burlington market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Burlington mean for sellers?
Burlington's median sale price is $262,369 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 Burlington?
Homes in Burlington currently take a median of 45 to sell, with market time reflecting a +15 days change year over year. That figure is a midpoint, so accurately priced and well-presented homes often sell faster, with 31.1% leaving the market within two weeks. Timeline depends on pricing relative to the $171.97 per square foot benchmark, condition, location, and season. With 36.2% of listings taking a reduction, homes priced ahead of the market tend to sit, which reinforces the value of setting an accurate price at launch.
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 Burlington 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 Burlington 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 Burlington 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 Burlington realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Burlington 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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