Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Hillsborough, NC
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Top Agent
Top 0.79%
in Hillsborough, NC
$137.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $3.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(12)
Kathryn White
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - York Simpson Underwood Re
23 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.12%
in Hillsborough, NC
$127.4M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.8M
Price Range
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Robert Hunt
Keller Williams Elite Realty
12 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.38%
in Hillsborough, NC
$97.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$57.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $850K
Price Range
25
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Top Agent(24)
Jeanette Hussey
West and Woodall Real Estate
43 Years of experience
44+ Sales in the last 12 months
$126.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.23%
in Hillsborough, NC
$50.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$161.3M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.56%
in Hillsborough, NC
$84.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.82%
in Hillsborough, NC
$459.2M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.7M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$47.6M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $930K
Price Range
11
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Top AgentTop 6.88%
in Hillsborough, NC
$209.7M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(130)
Erika Buchholtz
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
32 Years of experience
47+ Sales in the last 12 months
$599.6M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $4.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.04B
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$498.3M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(13)
Michael Griffith
eXp Realty | Team Triangle Realty LLC
13 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
$60.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.2M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$148.1M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(18)
Scott Hoffman
Keller Williams Legacy | The Hoffman Realty Group
31 Years of experience
71+ Sales in the last 12 months
$356.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
7
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Top Agent$1.02B
All-Time Sales
$240K - $5.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.11%
in Hillsborough, NC
$76.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $950K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$131.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$142.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$159.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.3M
Price Range
4
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Top Agent$29.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $710K
Price Range
4
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Top Agent$521.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$145.9M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Hillsborough Housing Market Trends
Homes in Hillsborough take a median 35 days to sell, go for 98.52% of asking, prices are up 3.0% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$476,185
median sale price
How fast they sell
35 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Hillsborough.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Hillsborough agents whose results fit it.
Hillsborough agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 22 days, the Hillsborough market in 35
median sale price in Hillsborough
Do Top Hillsborough Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Hillsborough sell in a median of 22 days, compared with the Hillsborough market median of 35 days on market.
About 13 days faster (37% quicker than the Hillsborough market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Hillsborough agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Hillsborough market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Hillsborough?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Hillsborough sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
25 days
Typical time on market
99.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Hillsborough market that sends mixed signals, and reading them together matters more than any single figure. The median sale price sits at $476,185, having moved +3.0% year over year, while homes trade at a median of $219.38 per square foot. With 2.7 months of supply and 46 active listings against 17 homes sold monthly, the balance still tilts toward sellers, but the leverage picture is more nuanced underneath.
Several indicators point to softening pace. The median home now takes 35 days to sell, reflecting a +7 days change in market time, and only 16.0% of homes closed above list. At the same time, 34.6% of listings recorded a price cut, which tells buyers that patience and a measured first offer can work, particularly on properties that have lingered. Yet 43.8% of homes left the market within two weeks, so well-priced, move-in-ready listings still draw fast, competitive attention.
For buyers, the practical takeaway is to separate stale inventory from fresh: on aged listings with price drops, offer below list and negotiate; on new listings priced to the 98.52% sale-to-list reality, act decisively. For sellers, the message is precision. Overpricing invites the price-drop cycle that longer market times now punish. Accurate pricing from day one captures the fast-moving buyer segment. With 378 licensed agents active locally, matching with one who reads these signals correctly is where measurable value is created.
What Hillsborough Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Hillsborough 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 | $476,185 |
| Down payment (20%) | $95,237 |
| Loan amount | $380,948 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,369 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $476,185 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Hillsborough MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Hillsborough Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: negotiation results, pricing accuracy, and consistent client outcomes. EffectiveAgents ranks 66 agents in Hillsborough out of 378 licensed locally, using verified transaction data rather than advertising spend. The current top-ranked agent, Anna S. Terry at Keller Williams Elite Realty, has closed 584 transactions with $137.3M in all-time sales volume, a track record that signals experience across shifting market cycles like the one reflected in the current 98.52% sale-to-list ratio. In a market where 34.6% of listings see price cuts, an agent who prices correctly from the start protects both timeline and net proceeds. Strong representation matters throughout the 27278 area and surrounding Orange County communities, where accurate positioning against the 35-day median directly affects results. When reviewing candidates, look past the star rating to the pattern: how many reviews, how recent, and whether they describe negotiation and communication specifically. Anna S. Terry carries 41 reviews, and depth of feedback tends to correlate with reliable performance.
How We Rank Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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.
378
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: August 2026
Hillsborough Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Hillsborough, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Hillsborough, NC is currently Anna S. Terry at Keller Williams Elite Realty, with 584 career transactions, 41 client reviews, and $137.3M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top performers using verified transaction records and outcome data rather than advertising, analyzing 165 local transactions to rank 66 agents out of 378 licensed in the area. The best agent for you depends on your property type, price point, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several matched candidates before deciding.
How were these Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough?
Our data covers 378 real estate agents serving the Hillsborough area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Hillsborough market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Hillsborough mean for sellers?
Hillsborough's median sale price is $476,185 as of August 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 Hillsborough?
The median home in Hillsborough currently takes 35 days to sell, and market time has recorded a +7 days change year over year. That figure is a midpoint, not a guarantee: pricing accuracy, condition, and location within the 27278 area all shift the timeline substantially. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes move quickly, with 43.8% of listings leaving the market within two weeks. Homes that start above market value often join the 34.6% of listings requiring a price reduction, which extends the process. Correct initial pricing is the strongest lever for a faster sale.
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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Hillsborough 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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