Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Matthews, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(655)
Thomas Elrod
Keller Williams - High Performance Real Estate Advisors
17 Years of experience
182+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.26%
in Matthews, NC
$780.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $5.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.46%
in Matthews, NC
$642.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $2.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.66%
in Matthews, NC
$854.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$559.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.92%
in Matthews, NC
$334M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $3.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(84)
Beth Smith Shuey
Beth Smith Realty/Keller Williams Southpark
37 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$213.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
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Garry Edwards
Keller Williams Select
37 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.31%
in Matthews, NC
$96.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $980K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$106.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$184.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(37)
Steven Mueller
eXp Realty | Vantage Realty Professionals
19 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.97%
in Matthews, NC
$334.9M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$495.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(406)
Matt Sarver
Keller Williams Realty - Lake Norman
21 Years of experience
285+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.43%
in Matthews, NC
$1.01B
All-Time Sales
$350K - $6.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.43%
in Matthews, NC
$164.7M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.5%
in Matthews, NC
$80.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(19)
Steve Jarrell
The Longleaf Group at eXp Realty
5 Years of experience
99+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.76%
in Matthews, NC
$114.1M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.6M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.09%
in Matthews, NC
$244.2M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.35%
in Matthews, NC
$100.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.48%
in Matthews, NC
$201.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$188.4M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $3.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$17.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $900K
Price Range
11
Sold in Matthews, NC
Top Agent(32)
Matt Claxton
My Townhome Realty/My Maison Realty
23 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.01%
in Matthews, NC
$190M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $6.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$287.4M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$29.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $760K
Price Range
8
Sold in Matthews, NC
Top AgentTop 4.54%
in Matthews, NC
$67.1M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$248.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Matthews Housing Market Trends
Homes in Matthews take a median 44 days to sell, go for 99.51% of asking, prices are down 4.0% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$494,673
median sale price
How fast they sell
44 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Matthews.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Matthews agents whose results fit it.
Matthews agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 16 days, the Matthews market in 44
median sale price in Matthews
Do Top Matthews Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Matthews sell in a median of 16 days, compared with the Matthews market median of 44 days on market.
About 28 days faster (64% quicker than the Matthews market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Matthews agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Matthews market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Matthews?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Matthews sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
43 days
Typical time on market
99.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Matthews, 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 Matthews Buyers and Sellers
The Matthews market gives buyers and sellers a mixed set of signals that reward careful reading of the Housing Market Trends module above. With a median sale price of $494,673 and prices moving -4.0% year over year, homes are still trading at 99.51% of list on average, meaning sellers who price accurately are giving up very little at the closing table. At the same time, 31.0% of listings have taken a price cut, a clear sign that homes entering the market above buyer expectations are being corrected rather than absorbed.
Months of supply sits at 3.4, which keeps Matthews inside seller-leaning territory, yet the pace has loosened. Median time on market is now 44, reflecting a +8 days change in market time, so buyers have more room to conduct diligence than they did a year ago. Competitive pressure remains real where it counts: 41.5% of homes leave the market within two weeks and 30.1% close above list, so well-priced, move-in-ready homes still draw fast, firm offers.
For a buyer, the practical takeaway is to separate the two markets. On a home that has already sat past 44 or logged a price drop, there is negotiating leverage; on a fresh, sharply priced listing, expect to compete near or above asking. For a seller, the current data rewards disciplined pricing over aspirational pricing. With 1,521 licensed agents active in the area, choosing one who can read these conditions matters more than name recognition alone.
What Matthews Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Matthews 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 | $494,673 |
| Down payment (20%) | $98,935 |
| Loan amount | $395,738 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,489 |
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.
Based on $494,673 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.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Matthews MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Matthews Realtor
Choosing an agent in Matthews should start with measured performance, not the name on the largest yard sign. EffectiveAgents analyzed 364 local transactions to rank 108 agents out of 1,521 licensed in the area, filtering for consistent closings and client outcomes rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Thomas Elrod at Keller Williams High Performance Real Estate Advisors, has recorded 2,564 career transactions and $773.3M in all-time sales volume. That transaction depth matters because negotiation is easier when an agent has seen many outcomes across the local zip codes, from 28104 to 28105 and 28106. In a market where 30.1% of homes close above list yet 31.0% take a price cut, an agent who knows when to hold firm and when to counter protects real dollars. Review patterns are as telling as raw counts: Elrod carries 653 reviews, and a large, steady body of feedback is a stronger signal of reliability than a handful of recent five-star ratings. Look for that consistency when you compare agents.
How We Rank Matthews 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 Matthews 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.
1,521
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: August 2026
Matthews Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Matthews, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Matthews, NC through EffectiveAgents is Thomas Elrod at Keller Williams High Performance Real Estate Advisors, with 2,564 career transactions, 653 client reviews, and $773.3M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising. We analyzed 364 local transactions and evaluated 108 of the area's 1,521 licensed agents on verified closings, pricing accuracy, and client outcomes. The result is a data-driven shortlist, so you can compare several qualified agents and match one to your specific neighborhood, price point, and timeline.
How were these Matthews 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 Matthews?
Our data covers 1,521 real estate agents serving the Matthews area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Matthews market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Matthews mean for sellers?
Matthews's median sale price is $494,673 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 Matthews?
The median home in Matthews goes under contract in about 44, and the current figure reflects a +8 days change in market time versus last year. Your actual timeline depends heavily on pricing and condition: with 41.5% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, sharply priced, move-in-ready listings sell fast, while homes that start too high often show up in the 31.0% of listings that take a price cut and sit longer. Location, staging, and photography also shape how quickly buyers respond.
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 Matthews 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 Matthews 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 Matthews 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 Matthews realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Matthews 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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