Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Columbus, NC

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    Leanne Carswell

    Expert Real Estate Team

    19 Years of experience

    153+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $634M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $13.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Rhonda Hollifield

    Keller Williams Mountain Partners

    22 Years of experience

    104+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $344.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $15M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Sherry Reavis

    RE/MAX JOURNEY

    16 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $64.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $800K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Lisa Ford

    Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.27%

    in Columbus, NC

    $30M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $670K

    Price Range

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    Clarissa Hyatt-Zack

    eXp Realty

    14 Years of experience

    174+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.49%

    in Columbus, NC

    $354.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $6.9M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Angelia Peterson

    Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate, LLC

    11 Years of experience

    188+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.1%

    in Columbus, NC

    $184.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Rupesh Patel

    eXp Realty LLC

    17 Years of experience

    96+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $531.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $146.9M

    Price Range

    1%

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    Josh Smith

    LPT Realty, LLC

    2 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.76%

    in Columbus, NC

    $10.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $480K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Amanda Simpkins

    Coldwell Banker King

    10 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $107.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Dixie Mabe

    EXIT Realty Preferred Raeford

    16 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $39M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    251

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Cherie Parker

    Howard Hanna/Beverly Hanks

    10 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $36.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Ed Frisbee

    Frisbee Real Estate

    10 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $15.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $830K

    Price Range

    41

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Columbus agents analyzed for these rankings

    days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 46 days, the Columbus market in 75

    median sale price in Columbus

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    Do Top Columbus Agents Sell Faster?

    The 12 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Columbus sell in a median of 46 days, compared with the Columbus market median of 75 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents46 days
    Columbus market75 days

    About 29 days faster (39% quicker than the Columbus market)

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

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

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    138Jan82Feb107Mar114Apr97May63Jun63Jul68Aug58Sep47Oct102Nov104Dec

    October

    Best month to sell

    47 days

    Typical time on market

    99.6%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Columbus, 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.

    How We Rank Columbus 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 Columbus 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.

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    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: September 2026

    Columbus Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Our data covers 114 real estate agents serving the Columbus area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Columbus market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Columbus's median sale price is $371,073 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.

    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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Columbus 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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