Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Elizabeth City, NC
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Top Agent
Top 0.8%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$126.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.6%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$67.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(9)
Heather Sawyer
Water Street Real Estate Group
10 Years of experience
235+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$234.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$67.7M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.4%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$34.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.8%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$134.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$19.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $750K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.4%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$20.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $650K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 11.2%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$620.5M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $6.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $360K
Price Range
10
Sold in Elizabeth City, NC
Top Agent(10)
Dawn Crocker
Crocker Realty Group brokered by EXP Realty
23 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 12%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$69.2M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top Agent$29M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
9
Sold in Elizabeth City, NC
Top Agent(121)
Susan Jenkins
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Native American Group
25 Years of experience
471+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.2%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$672.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 13.6%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$29.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $560K
Price Range
Top Agent(1)
Gilbert Jenkins
Weichert Realtors KBL Companies
16 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
$23.3M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $510K
Price Range
18%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(19)
Michele Salyer
Atlantic Sotheby's International Realty
29 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 14.8%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$25.7M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $650K
Price Range
Top Agent(184)
Megan Anderson
Keller Williams Town Center LLC
12 Years of experience
241+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 15.6%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$527M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.4%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$41.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $830K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 17.6%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$154.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $790K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 18.4%
in Elizabeth City, NC
$96.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.9M
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Beth Hinson
RE/MAX Coastal Associates
20 Years of experience
0+ Sales in the last 12 months
$940K
All-Time Sales
3
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2006
Year Licensed
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Jonathan Adams
Cross Realty
4 Years of experience
0+ Sales in the last 12 months
2022
Year Licensed
4
Years Experience
Elizabeth city Housing Market Trends
Homes in Elizabeth city take a median 61 days to sell, go for 99.26% of asking, prices are down 11.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.8 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$267,323
median sale price
How fast they sell
61 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.8 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Elizabeth City.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Elizabeth City agents whose results fit it.
Elizabeth City agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 22 days, the Elizabeth City market in 61
median sale price in Elizabeth City
Do Top Elizabeth City Agents Sell Faster?
The 21 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Elizabeth City sell in a median of 22 days, compared with the Elizabeth City market median of 61 days on market.
About 39 days faster (64% quicker than the Elizabeth City market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Elizabeth City agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Elizabeth City market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Elizabeth City?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Elizabeth City sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
54 days
Typical time on market
99.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Elizabeth City, 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 Elizabeth City Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a measured snapshot of Elizabeth City, where the median sale price sits at $267,323 and moved -11.2% year over year. The competitive indicators tell a more nuanced story than price alone. With 21.7% of homes selling above list, 29.9% going off the market within two weeks, and 4.8 months of supply, this is a market balanced between buyer and seller leverage rather than tilted hard in either direction. The sale-to-list ratio of 99.26% confirms that most transactions close close to asking.
For buyers, the combination of 23.8% of listings carrying price reductions and a median of 61 days on market signals room to negotiate on homes that have lingered. Properties priced accurately still move quickly, so the strategy splits: offer near asking on fresh, well-priced inventory, and press for concessions on listings showing age or a reduction. With 147 active homes and 110 new listings arriving monthly against 87 pending sales, selection is reasonable without being overwhelming.
For sellers, pricing discipline matters more than ever given a market time that has shifted a -1 day change year over year. Overpricing invites the price-drop cycle that erodes final proceeds, while accurate pricing captures the 29.9% of buyers ready to act fast. Across 250 licensed agents working this market, the gap between an agent who prices to the data and one who chases a hopeful number is measurable in both days on market and net dollars. Choosing representation grounded in local transaction evidence is the clearest lever either side controls.
What Elizabeth City Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Elizabeth City 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 | $267,323 |
| Down payment (20%) | $53,465 |
| Loan amount | $213,858 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,012 |
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.
Based on $267,323 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.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Elizabeth City MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Elizabeth City Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines results: a documented record of closings and client outcomes. EffectiveAgents ranks representatives on verified transaction history rather than advertising spend, and in Elizabeth City 39 agents have met that standard out of 250 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Diana Gardner at Hall and Nixon Real Estate, has closed 636 transactions with $126.5M in all-time sales volume, a depth of experience that translates directly into negotiation leverage. In a market where only 21.7% of homes clear above list and 23.8% carry reductions, an agent who reads pricing signals accurately protects a client's position whether the home sits in the 27909, 27906, or 27907 zip codes. That matters when the median property now takes 61 days to sell and strategy shifts property by property. Beyond raw volume, review patterns are worth studying: a consistent stream of recent, detailed feedback (Gardner carries 37 reviews) signals reliability more reliably than a single high rating. Look for agents whose reviews describe communication and outcomes, not just friendliness.
How We Rank Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City 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
Elizabeth City Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Elizabeth City, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Elizabeth City, NC by verified performance is Diana Gardner at Hall and Nixon Real Estate, with 636 closed transactions and $126.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using analyzed transaction data and client review history rather than self-reported claims or advertising, drawing on 425 transactions studied across the market. The best agent for you depends on your price point and timeline, so we recommend comparing several of the 39 ranked agents against your specific needs before deciding.
How were these Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Elizabeth City area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Elizabeth City market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Elizabeth City mean for sellers?
Elizabeth City's median sale price is $267,323 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 Elizabeth City?
The median home in Elizabeth City currently takes 61 days to sell, and market time has registered a -1 day change year over year. Your actual timeline depends on several factors: pricing accuracy relative to the 99.26% sale-to-list ratio, condition and staging, location within the market, and seasonality. Homes priced to the data often sell within the 29.9% of listings that clear in two weeks, while overpriced homes join the 23.8% that eventually require reductions. An experienced local agent can estimate a realistic window for your specific property.
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 Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Elizabeth City 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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