Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Jefferson, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.4%
in Jefferson, NC
$140.2M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$123.5M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(113)
Nikki Rezvani
Keller Williams High Country Realty
8 Years of experience
126+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.4%
in Jefferson, NC
$179.2M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.6M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$96M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1M
Price Range
5
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Top Agent(84)
Tara Davis
Keller Williams High Country - Acclivity Realty Group
10 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
$81.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $2.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$17.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $760K
Price Range
4
Sold in Jefferson, NC
Top Agent$309.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(37)
Daniel Ashby
Ashby Martin and Associates | Alleghany High Country Realty
6 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$18.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $770K
Price Range
3
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Top AgentTop 6.8%
in Jefferson, NC
$20.7M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1M
Price Range
Top Agent(5)
Terri Boyer
Keller Williams High Country Realty
9 Years of experience
53+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.2%
in Jefferson, NC
$72.7M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $3.3M
Price Range
Top Agent(36)
Jen Thomas
Blue Ridge Realty & Investments, LLC
14 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
$82.5M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(23)
John Combs
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
12 Years of experience
41+ Sales in the last 12 months
$79.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Tracey Carrigan
Central Carolina Real Estate Group
22 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$56M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Jefferson Housing Market Trends
Homes in Jefferson take a median 126 days to sell, go for 96.26% of asking, prices are down 39.5% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.9 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$253,879
median sale price
How fast they sell
126 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.9 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Jefferson.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Jefferson agents whose results fit it.
Jefferson agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Jefferson market in 126
median sale price in Jefferson
Do Top Jefferson Agents Sell Faster?
The 13 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Jefferson sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Jefferson market median of 126 days on market.
About 96 days faster (76% quicker than the Jefferson market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Jefferson agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Jefferson market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Jefferson?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Jefferson sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
50 days
Typical time on market
96.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Jefferson, 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 Jefferson Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Jefferson running on thin volume, with roughly 2 homes sold in a typical month against just 12 active listings and 5.9 months of supply. A supply figure in that range sits near the boundary between a balanced and a seller-leaning market, but the other indicators complicate that read. Price drops touched 46.7% of listings, and the median home now takes 126 days to sell, a +48 days change in market time that signals a slower absorption pace than buyers faced a year ago.
Leverage here is genuinely split. The fact that 16.7% of homes closed above asking and the sale-to-list ratio held at 96.26% tells you that correctly priced, move-in-ready homes still draw competitive offers, with 0% of listings gone within two weeks. Yet the high share of price reductions and the extended days on market mean overpriced listings sit and eventually concede. For buyers, that split rewards patience on stale inventory while demanding decisiveness on fresh listings. The median sale price moved -39.5% year over year, so comparables should be pulled carefully rather than anchored to last season.
For sellers, the data argues for disciplined pricing at list, since the market punishes aspirational numbers with time and successive cuts. Jefferson is served by roughly 250 licensed agents, and in a low-volume market where pricing precision decides outcomes, the gap between an average agent and a measured, data-driven one is wide. That is where verified performance matters.
What Jefferson Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Jefferson 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 | $253,879 |
| Down payment (20%) | $50,776 |
| Loan amount | $203,103 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,924 |
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 $253,879 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 Jefferson MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Jefferson Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually closes deals in a market this thin: pricing discipline and negotiation under pressure. In Jefferson, where 46.7% of listings required a reduction, the ability to price correctly the first time is measurable, not cosmetic. EffectiveAgents ranks 19 agents here based on verified transaction records drawn from 16 analyzed local sales. Barbara Thomas at RE/MAX Realty Group leads that group with 486 career transactions and $140.2M in all-time volume, a track record spanning the properties concentrated in the 28640 zip code. That kind of history matters when 16.7% of homes still clear above asking while others sit for 126 days, because the difference is almost always negotiation and positioning. Review patterns reinforce the numbers: Thomas carries 69 reviews, and consistent feedback over a long period is a stronger signal than a short burst of recent ratings. When evaluating any agent, look for that pairing of transaction depth and sustained review history rather than a single standout statistic.
How We Rank Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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
Jefferson Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Jefferson, NC?
Barbara Thomas at RE/MAX Realty Group ranks as the top agent in Jefferson, NC, with 486 verified transactions, 69 reviews, and $140.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top performers by analyzing objective transaction data rather than advertising spend, reviewing closed sales, review history, and pricing accuracy across 250 licensed local agents. Of those, 19 meet the ranking threshold. The right fit still depends on your property type and timeline, so compare the shortlist against your specific needs before deciding.
How were these Jefferson 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 Jefferson?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Jefferson area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Jefferson market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Jefferson mean for sellers?
Jefferson's median sale price is $253,879 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 Jefferson?
In Jefferson, the median home takes about 126 days to sell, and that figure reflects a +48 days change from a year ago. Timelines vary widely by preparation and price: homes positioned correctly can move fast, with 0% of listings off the market within two weeks, while overpriced ones often require reductions, as the 46.7% price-drop rate shows. Condition, accurate list pricing, and the current 5.9 months of supply all shape how quickly a specific 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Jefferson 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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