Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Manteo, NC

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    Michael Davenport

    Sun Realty

    41 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.4%

    in Manteo, NC

    $342.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $28.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Stacy Siers

    Howard Hanna

    18 Years of experience

    45+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.8%

    in Manteo, NC

    $416.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $390K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Matt Myatt

    Keller Williams OBX - The Myatt Group

    22 Years of experience

    97+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.4%

    in Manteo, NC

    $879.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $500K - $4.9M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Sarah Spencer

    Keller Williams Outer Banks

    28 Years of experience

    79+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.2%

    in Manteo, NC

    $620.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $6.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Chris Keyser

    Keller Williams

    9 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $125.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $5M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Madonna VanCuren

    Sun Realty

    39 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $309.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Martin Griffin

    Coldwell Banker

    24 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $53.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Cameron Griggs

    Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty

    9 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.4%

    in Manteo, NC

    $225.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $620K - $5.8M

    Price Range

    5%

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    F Jeffrey Scott

    Scott Team Realty, Inc.

    37 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $348.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $84.2M

    Price Range

    9

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    Rosemarie Doshier

    The Doshier Team LLC

    39 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $29M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5

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    Timothy Lancsek

    RE/MAX Surfside

    22 Years of experience

    31+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $382.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $640K - $31.1M

    Price Range

    6%

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    T.K. Warden

    RE/MAX

    47 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $20.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    4

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    Scott Hoffman

    Keller Williams Legacy | The Hoffman Realty Group

    31 Years of experience

    72+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $356.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    2

    Sold in Manteo, NC

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    Jackie Leonard

    Jackie Leonard Agency

    23 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.6%

    in Manteo, NC

    $34.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $680K

    Price Range

    9%

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    Jessica Arnett

    SAGA Realty & Construction

    16 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $95.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Cynthia Downing

    Village Realty

    5 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $2.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $740K

    Price Range

    5

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    Do Top Manteo Agents Sell Faster?

    The 14 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Manteo sell in a median of 51 days, compared with the Manteo market median of 84 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents51 days
    Manteo market84 days

    About 33 days faster (39% quicker than the Manteo market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Manteo agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Manteo market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Manteo?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Manteo 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)

    87Jan102Feb56Mar61Apr65May81Jun83Jul66Aug56Sep48Oct56Nov79Dec

    March

    Best month to sell

    56 days

    Typical time on market

    97.4%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Manteo, 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 Manteo Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline for Manteo (zip 27954): a median sale price of $571,622 and a median 84 days on market. Reading the competitive indicators together tells a more useful story than any single figure. With 3.6 months of supply, 8.7% of homes selling above list, 20.5% of listings taking a price cut, and 23.5% going under contract within two weeks, the balance of leverage has shifted toward buyers who are patient and prepared. A sale-to-list ratio of 96.50% confirms that most closings land below asking, and the median time on market gives buyers room to negotiate rather than rush.

    For a buyer, this combination means offers can reasonably come in under list, especially on any property that has already logged a price drop or lingered past the 84 day median. Contingencies carry more weight in this environment than they would in a fast-moving market. For a seller, the takeaway is disciplined pricing from day one. With 28 active listings competing against roughly 22 new listings each month and only 8 homes selling monthly, an aggressive initial price invites the price-drop cycle that 20.5% of sellers are already experiencing.

    Manteo has 250 licensed agents, but transaction volume and negotiation outcomes vary widely among them. That dispersion is exactly why matching with a data-verified agent matters when leverage is this finely balanced.

    What Manteo Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Manteo goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Manteo
    $171,000
    Median home price$571,622
    Down payment (20%)$114,324
    Loan amount$457,298
    Monthly payment (PITI)$3,989

    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.

    Manteo Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 84 days
    Sale-to-List Price 96.50%
    Price Trend (YoY) -4.5%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $3,989
    Principal & Interest
    $3,166
    Property Taxes
    $548
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $571,622 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.

    Manteo Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $598,494
    Today $571,622
    -4.5%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 81 days
    Today 84 days
    +3 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 0%
    Today 96.50%
    0%
    What this shift means: Year over year, median price moved -4.5% while market time registered a +3 days change and the sale-to-list ratio shifted 0%. Longer time on market paired with a softer sale-to-list ratio signals that buyers now have more room to negotiate than they did a year ago. Sellers should read the same data as a call to price realistically and prepare for a longer marketing window.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Manteo MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Manteo Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: measured transaction history and negotiation outcomes. In a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 96.50% and 20.5% of listings require a cut, the difference between an average and a top-performing agent shows up directly in your net proceeds or purchase price. Among the 250 licensed agents serving Manteo and zip 27954, EffectiveAgents has ranked 27 based on verified performance. The top-ranked agent, Michael Davenport at Sun Realty, has closed 837 transactions with $340.2M in all-time sales volume, a depth of experience that matters when pricing and negotiating across the varied waterfront and in-town properties that define the Manteo area. That track record spans the range of home types found throughout the 27954 market. Just as important as volume is consistency: review 49 client reviews and look for patterns across communication, pricing accuracy, and closing reliability rather than relying on a single testimonial.

    How We Rank Manteo 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 Manteo 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.

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    15+

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    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: August 2026

    Manteo Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Manteo, NC?

    The top-ranked agent in Manteo, NC is Michael Davenport at Sun Realty, with 837 career transactions and $340.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents through a data-driven methodology that analyzes verified transaction history, closing performance, and client reviews rather than advertising spend. Of the 250 licensed agents in the area, only 27 meet the ranking criteria. The best fit for you depends on your property type and goals, so comparing several verified agents is the recommended approach.

    How were these Manteo 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 Manteo?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Manteo area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Manteo market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Manteo mean for sellers?

    Manteo's median sale price is $571,622 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 Manteo?

    Homes in Manteo currently take a median of 84 days to sell, and market time has registered a +3 days change year over year. Several factors influence your timeline: pricing accuracy relative to the $571,622 median, property condition, and seasonality all play a role. With 3.6 months of supply and 20.5% of listings taking price cuts, correctly pricing from the start is the single biggest lever on how quickly a home sells. Well-prepared listings priced to the current market often move faster than the median.

    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 Manteo 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 Manteo 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 Manteo 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 Manteo realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Manteo 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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