Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Calabash, NC

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    Brian McGhee profile picture
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    Brian McGhee

    Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

    10 Years of experience

    80+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.4%

    in Calabash, NC

    $120.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $670K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Colleen Teifer

    Silver Coast Properties

    10 Years of experience

    112+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.8%

    in Calabash, NC

    $235.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Karen Knight

    Shoreline Realty

    33 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.6%

    in Calabash, NC

    $161.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Robin McDowell

    Coldwell Banker Seacoast Advantage

    26 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $34.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Edwina StPierre

    Intracoastal Realty

    19 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $89M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Alisha Brown

    eXp Realty

    9 Years of experience

    110+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.4%

    in Calabash, NC

    $219.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2M

    Price Range

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    Lindsey Jenkins

    Century 21 Collective

    9 Years of experience

    150+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.2%

    in Calabash, NC

    $353.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Wendy Flynn - NC

    RE/MAX Southern shores

    27 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.6%

    in Calabash, NC

    $70.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Jennifer Ford

    Century 21 The Harrelson Group

    17 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $43.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $690K

    Price Range

    11

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    Carli Meeks

    Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington

    12 Years of experience

    89+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $105.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    10

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    Amy Crooks

    eXp Realty

    9 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 15.6%

    in Calabash, NC

    $16.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $850K

    Price Range

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    Adrianna Derrick

    eXp Realty

    10 Years of experience

    78+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.4%

    in Calabash, NC

    $222.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Jim Lunsford

    NorthGroup Real Estate, LLC

    13 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 17.2%

    in Calabash, NC

    $38.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Christine Camp

    Carolina Exclusives

    12 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18%

    in Calabash, NC

    $35.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.5M

    Price Range

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    Neil Leonard

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties

    9 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $83.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $3.6M

    Price Range

    5

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    Eddie Bailes

    Century 21 Sweyer & Associates

    12 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $19.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $620K

    Price Range

    4

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    Carly Forman

    Coastal Green Properties

    21 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 20%

    in Calabash, NC

    $107M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    7%

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    April Stephens

    eXp Realty

    20 Years of experience

    475+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $1.02B

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $5.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Oscar Garcia

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    21 Years of experience

    82+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $201.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $3.8M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Mariel Gniewoz-Weiss

    Keller Williams Real Estate | Innovate

    21 Years of experience

    205+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $398.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $19M

    Price Range

    1

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    Rainey Wallace

    Intracoastal Realty - Valentine-Wallace Group

    13 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $301.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $5.4M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Sheila Sanders

    RE/MAX Realty Consultants

    23 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $174.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Kelly Straughn

    Five County Specialists

    19 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $140.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Rick Knight

    Highgarden Real Estate

    39 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $152.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Kenneth Nance

    Only Way Realty Carolina

    17 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $100.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $16.1M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Calabash agents analyzed for these rankings

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    median sale price in Calabash

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    Do Top Calabash Agents Sell Faster?

    The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Calabash sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Calabash market median of 94 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents30 days
    Calabash market94 days

    About 64 days faster (68% quicker than the Calabash market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Calabash agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Calabash market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Calabash?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Calabash sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in September. To hit that window, plan to list around July.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    78Jan84Feb82Mar68Apr60May73Jun78Jul78Aug54Sep49Oct70Nov63Dec

    September

    Best month to sell

    54 days

    Typical time on market

    97.9%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Calabash, 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 Calabash Buyers and Sellers

    Calabash is registering as a Balanced market, and the competitive indicators above tell a more layered story than price alone. The median sale price currently sits at $284,969, a move of -40.3% year over year, while homes are taking a median of 94 days to go under contract. With 3.3 months of supply and 72 active listings against 22 monthly sales, the balance has tilted toward buyers who are willing to be patient and selective. Only 10.6% of homes closed above list, and 37.9% of current listings have taken at least one price reduction, two signals that overpricing is being corrected by the market rather than absorbed by it.

    For buyers, this combination means real negotiating leverage. With a sale-to-list ratio of 97.49% and only 14.1% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, there is room to offer below asking on listings that have aged past the median and to request concessions on inspection items. The urgency to waive contingencies that defines hotter markets is largely absent here.

    For sellers, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one. Homes priced to the comparable evidence near $227.09 per square foot still transact, but those chasing the market with reductions tend to sit, which is why the price-drop share is so elevated. Understanding where your home fits among the 50 new listings arriving each month is where an experienced agent earns their fee. Calabash has 250 licensed agents, and the gap between them in this environment is wide.

    What Calabash Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Calabash goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Calabash
    $91,100
    Median home price$284,969
    Down payment (20%)$56,994
    Loan amount$227,975
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,126

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Calabash Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 94 days
    Sale-to-List Price 97.49%
    Price Trend (YoY) -40.3%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,126
    Principal & Interest
    $1,578
    Property Taxes
    $273
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $284,969 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Calabash Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $477,495
    Today $284,969
    -40.3%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 62 days
    Today 94 days
    +32 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 97.7%
    Today 97.49%
    -0.21%
    What this shift means: The median sale price moved -40.3% over the past year while market time shifted by a +32 days change, and the sale-to-list ratio moved -0.21%. Together these point to a market that has cooled from a year ago, giving buyers more time to evaluate and more room to negotiate. Sellers, in turn, need sharper initial pricing and realistic expectations about how long a well-prepared home may take to close.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Calabash MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Calabash Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely correlates with the outcome you actually get. EffectiveAgents ranks agents on verified transaction history and client review patterns rather than advertising spend, drawing from 148 transactions analyzed across the Calabash area. Of the 250 licensed agents working locally, 67 have met the data thresholds to be ranked. The top-ranked agent, Brian McGhee at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, has closed 583 transactions and carries $117.4M in all-time sales volume. In a market where 37.9% of listings have required a reduction and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 97.49%, negotiation discipline directly affects the final number, whether you are defending a list price or structuring an offer below it. Agents with deep experience across the 28467 zip code tend to read pricing signals earlier and counsel against the overpricing that drives the elevated price-drop share. When you review candidates, look past the total deal count to the consistency of their reviews over time, which is often a more reliable indicator of how they perform on a difficult transaction than any single headline statistic.

    How We Rank Calabash 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 Calabash 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.

    250

    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: September 2026

    Calabash Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Calabash, NC?

    The highest-ranked agent in Calabash, NC by EffectiveAgents data is Brian McGhee at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, with 583 verified transactions, 59 client reviews, and $117.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured transaction history and review patterns rather than paid placement, drawing from 148 transactions analyzed in the area. The best fit for you depends on your price point and timeline, so we recommend comparing several of the 67 ranked agents before deciding.

    How were these Calabash 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 Calabash?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Calabash area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Calabash market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Calabash mean for sellers?

    Calabash's median sale price is $284,969 as of September 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 Calabash?

    Homes in Calabash currently take a median of 94 days to go under contract, and the year-over-year figure reflects a +32 days change in market time. Your actual timeline depends heavily on pricing, condition, and location within the 28467 area. With 37.9% of listings taking a reduction and only 14.1% selling within two weeks, homes priced to comparable evidence tend to move faster, while those priced ahead of the market often sit and eventually reduce. Accurate initial pricing is the single biggest factor you control.

    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 Calabash 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 Calabash 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 Calabash 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 Calabash realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Calabash 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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