Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Madison, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 2%
in Madison, NC
$310.7M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Madison, NC
$242.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$96.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $800K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$371.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$198.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$17M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $690K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$273.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.6%
in Madison, NC
$460.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$554.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.4%
in Madison, NC
$49.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $800K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Rick Hendricks
Keller Williams Realty
11 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.2%
in Madison, NC
$16.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$46.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2M
Price Range
2
Sold in Madison, NC
Top AgentTop 10%
in Madison, NC
$96.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.8%
in Madison, NC
$95.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.1M
Price Range
18%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$33.3M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $700K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(12)
Catherine Charguia
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
38 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
$150M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
568
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$101.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$107.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2M
Price Range
296
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$36.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$220K
All-Time Sales
4
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2016
Year Licensed
Madison Housing Market Trends
Homes in Madison take a median 71 days to sell, go for 99.97% of asking, prices are up 10.2% 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
$256,128
median sale price
How fast they sell
71 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.6 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Madison.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Madison agents whose results fit it.
Madison agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 21 days, the Madison market in 71
median sale price in Madison
Do Top Madison Agents Sell Faster?
The 20 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Madison sell in a median of 21 days, compared with the Madison market median of 71 days on market.
About 50 days faster (70% quicker than the Madison market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Madison agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Madison market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Madison?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Madison sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in March. To hit that window, plan to list around January.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
March
Best month to sell
56 days
Typical time on market
99%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Madison, 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 Madison Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above outlines a market in Madison that resists a single label. With a median sale price of $256,128 moving +10.2% year over year and homes measuring roughly $148.04 per square foot, pricing has held relatively steady. Yet the competitive indicators point in different directions, which is where negotiating leverage becomes worth reading closely. Roughly 50.0% of homes sold above list and about 19.8% left the market within two weeks, both signs that well-prepared listings still draw fast, competitive interest.
At the same time, 40.8% of listings recorded a price cut, months of supply sits near 5.6, and median time on market reached 71 days. That combination suggests overpriced or under-prepared homes are lingering while sharply priced ones move quickly. For a buyer, this means the approach should be split: compete decisively on freshly listed, well-priced homes, but negotiate firmly on anything that has already aged past the two-week window or taken a reduction. For a seller, the sale-to-list ratio near 99.97% shows that accurate initial pricing, not aspirational pricing, is what protects both speed and final proceeds.
Because the sample of monthly closings is small, individual homes carry outsized weight in these averages, so local guidance matters more than headline figures. Madison has 250 licensed agents, a wide field in which experience and recent results vary considerably. Understanding which agents consistently price correctly and manage negotiations in a market this segmented is the practical starting point for both buyers and sellers.
What Madison Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Madison 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 | $256,128 |
| Down payment (20%) | $51,226 |
| Loan amount | $204,902 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,928 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.32% mortgage rate (as of October 22, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $256,128 median home price with 20% down at 7.32% (as of October 22, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Madison MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Madison Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: measured transaction history, negotiation results, and consistency across changing conditions. In a market where 50.0% of homes sell above list yet 40.8% require a price cut, the gap between a well-guided sale and a stalled one is significant. Among the 250 licensed agents in the area, EffectiveAgents has ranked 39 based on verified performance data. The top-ranked agent, Amanda Tucker of Carolina Triad Choice Realty, has closed 1,693 transactions with $295.5M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans many pricing cycles. That depth matters in the 27025 zip code, where limited monthly inventory means each negotiation carries weight and accurate pricing directly affects days on market. When comparing agents, review patterns are as telling as totals: Tucker holds 85 reviews, and looking for steady, detailed feedback over time is a more reliable signal than a single high rating.
How We Rank Madison 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 Madison 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
Madison Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Madison, NC?
Amanda Tucker of Carolina Triad Choice Realty currently ranks as the top agent in Madison, NC, with 1,693 career transactions, 85 reviews, and $295.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing verified performance data, including closing history, negotiation results, and client reviews across 250 local licensed agents. Rather than relying on advertising, the methodology measures actual outcomes so buyers and sellers can compare agents on results. The strongest match still depends on your property type, price range, and timeline.
How were these Madison 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 Madison?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Madison area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Madison market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Madison mean for sellers?
Madison's median sale price is $256,128 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 Madison?
Homes in Madison currently take a median of 71 days to sell, and time on market has seen a +27 days change year over year, so sellers should plan for a longer process than in recent periods. Actual timelines vary widely: well-priced, move-in-ready homes still leave quickly, with about 19.8% going under contract within two weeks. Pricing accuracy is the biggest factor, since 40.8% of listings eventually reduce their price. Condition, staging, and seasonal demand also influence how fast 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Madison 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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