Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lenoir, 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 Lenoir, NC
$107.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$192.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.98%
in Lenoir, NC
$97.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$99.6M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $950K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(13)
Annette Abernathy
Realty Executives of Hickory
17 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.76%
in Lenoir, NC
$53.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $830K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(157)
Angelia Peterson
Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate, LLC
11 Years of experience
189+ Sales in the last 12 months
$185.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.34%
in Lenoir, NC
$90.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(51)
Samantha Benfield
Keller Williams High Country Realty
11 Years of experience
41+ Sales in the last 12 months
$191.9M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$72.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.14%
in Lenoir, NC
$31.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $450K
Price Range
Top Agent$48.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $930K
Price Range
12
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Top Agent(36)
Stephen McDaniel
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Vincent Properties
26 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
$173.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$140.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(5)
Terri Boyer
Keller Williams High Country Realty
9 Years of experience
50+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 17.13%
in Lenoir, NC
$72.7M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $3.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$124.5M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
8
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Top Agent(96)
Tammy Register
Keller Williams Platinum Realty
23 Years of experience
565+ Sales in the last 12 months
$684.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$274.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$310.6M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$156.6M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(113)
Nikki Rezvani
Keller Williams High Country Realty
8 Years of experience
123+ Sales in the last 12 months
$179.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.6M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$97M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1M
Price Range
3
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Top Agent$62.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$24.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $730K
Price Range
2
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Top Agent(23)
Angelica Vicenti
Realty Executives of Hickory & LKN
6 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
$14.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $940K
Price Range
1
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Lenoir Housing Market Trends
Homes in Lenoir take a median 58 days to sell, go for 97.36% of asking, prices are up 4.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.6 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$279,867
median sale price
How fast they sell
58 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.6 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Lenoir.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Lenoir agents whose results fit it.
Lenoir agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 35 days, the Lenoir market in 58
median sale price in Lenoir
Do Top Lenoir Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Lenoir sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Lenoir market median of 58 days on market.
About 23 days faster (40% quicker than the Lenoir market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Lenoir agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Lenoir market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lenoir?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lenoir sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
59 days
Typical time on market
97.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lenoir, 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 Lenoir Buyers and Sellers
Lenoir's housing market currently shows a median sale price of $279,867, with prices moving +4.8% year over year. The Housing Market Trends module above tracks the measured signals that define negotiating leverage, and the combination points toward a more balanced setup than headline price growth alone suggests. With 5.6 months of supply and 113 active listings against 21 homes sold monthly, inventory has reached the level where neither side holds a decisive structural advantage.
For buyers, the leverage indicators are encouraging. Only 18.0% of homes sold above asking, and 45.8% of listings carried a price reduction, a signal that many sellers initially priced ahead of what the market will bear. With a median 58 days on market and a -1 day change in market time, buyers have room to negotiate, review comparable sales, and avoid rushed decisions. The 97.36% sale-to-list ratio confirms that final prices typically settle below the asking figure.
For sellers, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one. Homes that enter at a defensible number still move, with 30.5% going under contract within two weeks, but overpricing leads to the reductions seen across so much of the inventory. Pricing against recent $156.07 per square foot comparables in zip codes 28633 and 28645 matters more now than during tighter conditions. Across 250 licensed agents working this market, the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and an aspirational one shows up directly in days on market and net proceeds, which is why agent selection carries real financial weight here.
What Lenoir Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lenoir 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 | $279,867 |
| Down payment (20%) | $55,973 |
| Loan amount | $223,894 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,049 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.11% mortgage rate (as of November 12, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $279,867 median home price with 20% down at 7.11% (as of November 12, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Lenoir MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Lenoir Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the measurable track record that actually predicts results. EffectiveAgents analyzed 222 transactions across Lenoir to rank 51 agents from a pool of 250 licensed professionals, weighing closed volume, client reviews, and pricing accuracy. Brenda Blankenship at Five Stone Real Estate leads that verified ranking with 541 career transactions, 43 client reviews, and $101.5M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters most in a market where 45.8% of listings see reductions, because negotiation skill and accurate initial pricing directly determine whether a home sells near the 97.36% sale-to-list ratio or lingers. An agent who knows how buyer demand varies across zip codes 28633 and 28645 can position a listing to capture the 30.5% of homes that go under contract within two weeks. When comparing agents, look past a single testimonial and study review patterns over time, consistent feedback across dozens of transactions signals reliability that one glowing comment cannot.
How We Rank Lenoir 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 Lenoir 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
Lenoir Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Lenoir, NC?
Based on EffectiveAgents' analysis of 222 transactions in Lenoir, NC, Brenda Blankenship at Five Stone Real Estate ranks at the top with 541 career transactions, 43 client reviews, and $101.5M in all-time sales volume. The EffectiveAgents methodology ranks agents using verified closed transaction data, pricing accuracy, and client review patterns rather than advertising or name recognition. Of the 250 licensed agents in the market, only 51 meet the ranking threshold, so comparing two or three matched agents remains the most reliable approach.
How were these Lenoir 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 Lenoir?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Lenoir area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lenoir market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Lenoir mean for sellers?
Lenoir's median sale price is $279,867 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 Lenoir?
In Lenoir, the median home currently takes 58 days to sell, reflecting a -1 day change from last year. With 5.6 months of supply, timelines have loosened compared with tighter conditions. Several factors shape how long your sale takes: pricing accuracy against $156.07 per square foot comparables, home condition, and location within zip codes 28633 or 28645. Homes priced correctly from the start still move quickly, with 30.5% going under contract within two weeks, while overpriced listings often join the 45.8% that require a reduction.
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 Lenoir 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 Lenoir 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 Lenoir 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 Lenoir realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Lenoir 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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