Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Kinston, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$34.1M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $680K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4%
in Kinston, NC
$319.7M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $5.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(96)
Tammy Register
Keller Williams Platinum Realty
23 Years of experience
537+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.4%
in Kinston, NC
$634.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.6%
in Kinston, NC
$199M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(34)
Kevin Lee
Lee and Harrell Real Estate Professionals
27 Years of experience
152+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.4%
in Kinston, NC
$460.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.2%
in Kinston, NC
$57.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $800K
Price Range
Top Agent(125)
Ina Shavel-Shockley
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
10 Years of experience
92+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.4%
in Kinston, NC
$173.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.2%
in Kinston, NC
$27.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $660K
Price Range
Top Agent$115.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(12)
Riley Horne
Weichert, Realtors-At Waves Edge
14 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
$517M
All-Time Sales
$1.7M - $465M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(120)
Felecia Langley
Legacy Premier Real Estate
24 Years of experience
111+ Sales in the last 12 months
$208.8M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Johnny Mitchell
New Towne Realty Group / Coldwell Banker HPW
10 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
$64M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $760K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12%
in Kinston, NC
$18M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $730K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Scott Walker
The Firm NC - Rob Phillips Real Estate LLC
5 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.2%
in Kinston, NC
$8.5M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $610K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 14%
in Kinston, NC
$21.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $480K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Anthony Love
Century 21 Champion Real Estate
28 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 14.8%
in Kinston, NC
$20.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $390K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Ray Copeland
SellingNorthCarolina.com
5 Years of experience
60+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 14.8%
in Kinston, NC
$34.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $950K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.8%
in Kinston, NC
$10.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $480K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Kinston Housing Market Trends
Homes in Kinston take a median 62 days to sell, go for 94.93% of asking, prices are down 1.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
6.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$186,911
median sale price
How fast they sell
62 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
6.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Kinston.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Kinston agents whose results fit it.
Kinston agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Kinston market in 62
median sale price in Kinston
Do Top Kinston Agents Sell Faster?
The 18 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Kinston sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Kinston market median of 62 days on market.
About 32 days faster (52% quicker than the Kinston market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Kinston agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Kinston market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Kinston?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Kinston sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in September. To hit that window, plan to list around August.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
September
Best month to sell
26 days
Typical time on market
95.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Kinston, 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 Kinston Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Kinston market where leverage is split in ways worth reading carefully. The median sale price sits at $186,911, a -1.6% move year over year, yet the median home now takes 62 days to sell, a +46 days change in market time. That combination of higher pricing and slower turnover tells buyers and sellers different things, and the competitive indicators clarify where the advantage lands. With 6.0 months of supply and 102 active listings against 17 monthly sales, Kinston reads as a measured, balanced market rather than a frenzied one.
The clearest signal of buyer leverage is price-drop activity: 29.7% of listings have cut their asking price, while only 11.8% of homes sold above list and 22.6% went off the market within two weeks. The average sale-to-list ratio of 94.93% (a -2.22% change) confirms that most homes close below asking. For a buyer, that means room to negotiate on any listing that has lingered past the 62-day median, and little reason to waive contingencies. For a seller, it means the initial price matters more than ever: the homes drawing offers are the ones priced correctly on day one, since roughly a third of sellers eventually reduce.
With 76 new listings and 57 pending sales monthly, the pipeline is steady. Choosing among the 250 licensed agents working Kinston is where strategy gets executed, and the right representative changes the outcome.
What Kinston Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Kinston 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 | $186,911 |
| Down payment (20%) | $37,382 |
| Loan amount | $149,529 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,489 |
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 $186,911 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 Kinston MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Kinston Realtor
Choosing a Kinston agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually closes a deal: a measured track record and negotiation discipline in a market where 29.7% of listings cut their price. EffectiveAgents analyzed 184 transactions to rank the 35 top performers among Kinston's 250 licensed agents. Jackie Leonard at Jackie Leonard Agency leads that group with 288 career transactions, 35 client reviews, and $34.1M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters when only 11.8% of homes sell above list and the average home closes at 94.93% of asking: an agent who knows how to position a home and hold a price protects real dollars. Experienced representatives working the 28501 and 28504 areas understand how pricing behaves block by block across Kinston, from established in-town streets to the outlying 28502 and 28503 service areas. When you compare agents, read the review patterns, not just the star count. Look for consistency across many closings, repeat language about communication and pricing accuracy, and evidence of results on homes that sold near the 62-day median rather than dragging well past it.
How We Rank Kinston 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 Kinston 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
Kinston Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Kinston, NC?
Based on verified transaction data, Jackie Leonard at Jackie Leonard Agency ranks as a top agent in Kinston, NC, with 288 career transactions, 35 client reviews, and $34.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top performers by analyzing 184 transactions across the area's 250 licensed agents, measuring closed results, pricing accuracy, and review consistency rather than advertising spend. The methodology surfaces 35 ranked agents so you can compare objectively. The best fit depends on your property type, timeline, and whether you are buying or selling.
How were these Kinston 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 Kinston?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Kinston area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Kinston market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Kinston mean for sellers?
Kinston's median sale price is $186,911 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 Kinston?
The median Kinston home currently takes 62 days to sell, a +46 days change from a year ago. With 6.0 months of supply and 29.7% of listings reducing their price, timeline depends heavily on how a home is priced from day one. Accurately priced, move-in-ready homes in desirable 28501 and 28504 areas often sell faster than the median, while overpriced listings tend to linger and require cuts. Condition, pricing strategy, and professional marketing are the factors you control most directly to shorten your selling window.
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 Kinston 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 Kinston 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 Kinston 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 Kinston realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Kinston 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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