Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Cary, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated June 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.13%
in Cary, NC
$488.9M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.22%
in Cary, NC
$285.9M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.26%
in Cary, NC
$317.8M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.35%
in Cary, NC
$453.1M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $3.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.74%
in Cary, NC
$445.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.7M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.92%
in Cary, NC
$192.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.01%
in Cary, NC
$993.3M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(27)
Theresa Lunt
Theresa Lunt Real Estate Group - eXp Realty
10 Years of experience
42+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.05%
in Cary, NC
$144M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $1.7M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.84%
in Cary, NC
$373.9M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $5.7M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(51)
Hope Tyler
EXP Realty - Hope Tyler Home Team, LLC
20 Years of experience
43+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.19%
in Cary, NC
$142M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $4.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.23%
in Cary, NC
$191.6M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.28%
in Cary, NC
$208M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(18)
Scott Hoffman
Keller Williams Legacy | The Hoffman Realty Group
31 Years of experience
67+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.41%
in Cary, NC
$352.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.72%
in Cary, NC
$135.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.85%
in Cary, NC
$43.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent(301)
Ashley Wilson - NC
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
23 Years of experience
204+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.93%
in Cary, NC
$285.8M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.6M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.98%
in Cary, NC
$170.2M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(26)
Angela Outterbridge
Humphrey and Hyatt Realty Group, LLC
9 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.2%
in Cary, NC
$62.4M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.55%
in Cary, NC
$86.9M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.72%
in Cary, NC
$39.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $950K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.12%
in Cary, NC
$218.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.38%
in Cary, NC
$161.3M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(72)
Kendahl McIntyre
Kendahl McIntyre Real Estate LLC
18 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.38%
in Cary, NC
$143.6M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.47%
in Cary, NC
$166.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(46)
Charles (CJ) Jones III
Mark Spain Real Estate
6 Years of experience
42+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.69%
in Cary, NC
$87.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.3M
Price Range
Cary Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$645,149
-0.75% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
16
-2 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.74%
+0.15% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
33.0%
+0.3% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
51.5%
-3.1% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
33.1%
-1.0% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.2
Realtors in Cary
2,283
Verified MLS market data through June 2026.
Do Top Cary Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Cary sell in a median of 13 days, compared with the Cary market median of 16 days on market.
About 3 days faster (19% quicker than the Cary market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Cary agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Cary market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Cary?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Cary sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
14 days
Typical time on market
100.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Cary, 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 Cary Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Cary market where pricing discipline and buyer selectivity coexist. The median sale price sits at $645,149, having moved -0.8% year over year, while homes close at an average of 99.74% of list price. With 239 homes sold against 523 active listings and just 2.2 months of supply, the underlying inventory picture still favors sellers on well-priced homes. Yet the competitive indicators reveal where leverage actually shifts. Only 33.0% of homes sold above list, 51.5% left the market within two weeks, and a notable 33.1% of listings recorded a price cut. That combination signals a two-speed market: correctly priced homes move quickly, while overpriced listings sit and eventually reduce. Median days on market now measures 16, reflecting a -2 days change in market time. For a buyer, this means selectivity is rewarded. When roughly a third of listings drop price, waiting for a reduction on a home lingering past 16 is a reasonable strategy, while a fresh, sharply priced listing may still require an at-list offer. For a seller, the data argues for accuracy over ambition: with the sale-to-list ratio near 99.74%, pricing to the comparable set captures the fast-moving buyer pool and avoids the price-drop cycle that erodes final proceeds. Navigating that split requires local judgment. Cary has 2,283 licensed agents, and performance across them varies widely, which is why matching with a data-verified agent matters as much as the market data itself.
What Cary Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Cary 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 | $645,149 |
| Down payment (20%) | $129,030 |
| Loan amount | $516,119 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,220 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $645,149 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Cary MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Cary Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar sign in the neighborhood overlooks what actually determines outcomes: a documented track record across enough transactions to prove consistency. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing verified sales data rather than advertising spend. In Cary, 104 agents met the ranking threshold out of 2,283 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Mike Montpetit at Town & Country Realty, Inc., has closed 1,376 transactions with $484.6M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in negotiation, where an agent who has priced hundreds of homes understands when a listing near the 27518 or 27519 corridors should hold firm versus when the 33.1% price-drop reality warrants a strategic reduction. In areas like 27511 and 27513, that judgment translates directly into whether a seller captures the 99.74% sale-to-list benchmark or slips below it. Review patterns are worth reading closely: 74 reviews concentrated around communication and pricing accuracy tell you more than a single five-star rating, since consistent feedback across many clients signals repeatable process rather than a lucky outcome.
How We Rank Cary 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 Cary 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: June 2026
Cary Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Cary, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Cary, NC by verified transaction data is Mike Montpetit at Town & Country Realty, Inc., with 1,376 closed transactions, 74 client reviews, and $484.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents by analyzing actual sales records, closing performance, and review consistency rather than advertising presence. Of 2,283 licensed agents in the area, only 104 met the ranking criteria. The right match depends on your specific property type, price point, and timeline, so comparing several data-verified agents is the most reliable approach.
How were these Cary 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 Cary?
Our data covers 2,283 real estate agents serving the Cary area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Cary market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Cary mean for sellers?
Cary's median sale price is $645,149 as of June 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 Cary?
In Cary, the median home sells in 16, though that figure reflects a -2 days change from a year ago. Timeline varies with pricing accuracy and condition: 51.5% of homes leave the market within two weeks, while listings that miss the market often stall and join the 33.1% that record a price cut. With homes closing near 99.74% of list price and 2.2 months of supply, correct pricing at launch is the single largest factor in how fast a home sells.
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 Cary 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 Cary 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 Cary 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 Cary realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Cary 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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