Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Highlands, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(31)
Cassie Neal
Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
26 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.6%
in Highlands, NC
$103.7M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $7.4M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$31.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.6M
Price Range
5
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top Agent$141.8M
All-Time Sales
$1M - $6.6M
Price Range
2
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top Agent(10)
Christy Mitchell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Great Smokys Realty
8 Years of experience
47+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8%
in Highlands, NC
$61.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
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Erik Tatum
Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin
14 Years of experience
3+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.8%
in Highlands, NC
$5.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $500K
Price Range
Top Agent(23)
Pamela Williams
Gateway Realty Group with Keller Williams Great Smokies
12 Years of experience
121+ Sales in the last 12 months
$257.2M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$95.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $950K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
Karla Marie Bertlshofer
Hummingbird Ridge, LLC.
10 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
$20.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $830K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top 0.4%
in Highlands, NC
66
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top 0.8%
in Highlands, NC
56
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top 1.2%
in Highlands, NC
47
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top 1.6%
in Highlands, NC
44
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top 2%
in Highlands, NC
41
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top 2.4%
in Highlands, NC
37
Sold in Highlands, NC
Top 2.8%
in Highlands, NC
36
Sold in Highlands, NC
Highlands Housing Market Trends
Homes in Highlands take a median 94 days to sell, go for 94.25% of asking, prices are down 14.4% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
10.3 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$937,054
median sale price
How fast they sell
94 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
10.3 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Highlands.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Highlands agents whose results fit it.
Highlands agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 50 days, the Highlands market in 94
median sale price in Highlands
Do Top Highlands Agents Sell Faster?
The 8 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Highlands sell in a median of 50 days, compared with the Highlands market median of 94 days on market.
About 44 days faster (47% quicker than the Highlands market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Highlands agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Highlands market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Highlands?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Highlands sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around December.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
83 days
Typical time on market
95.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Highlands, 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 Highlands 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 Highlands 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
Highlands Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Highlands 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 Highlands?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Highlands area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Highlands market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Highlands mean for sellers?
Highlands's median sale price is $937,054 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 Highlands 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 Highlands 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 Highlands 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 Highlands realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Highlands 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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