Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Monroe, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Garry Edwards
Keller Williams Select
37 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.54%
in Monroe, NC
$95.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $980K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
Top 0.81%
in Monroe, NC
$634.8M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $2.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Tracey Carrigan
Central Carolina Real Estate Group
22 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.48%
in Monroe, NC
$56M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.15%
in Monroe, NC
$162.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.42%
in Monroe, NC
$28.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $760K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.56%
in Monroe, NC
$79.6M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(41)
Melissa Young
Call It Closed International Realty
10 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.83%
in Monroe, NC
$97.4M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.6M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.1%
in Monroe, NC
$184.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(31)
Lisa Archer
Keller Williams Ballantyne Area - Live Love Worldwide
21 Years of experience
111+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.77%
in Monroe, NC
$77.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.71%
in Monroe, NC
$100.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.38%
in Monroe, NC
$555.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.52%
in Monroe, NC
$231.1M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.79%
in Monroe, NC
$48.4M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.59%
in Monroe, NC
$105.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.73%
in Monroe, NC
$63.8M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.13%
in Monroe, NC
$185.6M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(37)
Steven Mueller
eXp Realty | Vantage Realty Professionals
19 Years of experience
47+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.27%
in Monroe, NC
$333.4M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.27%
in Monroe, NC
$244.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(9)
Tiffany Perez
Keller Williams South Park | The Redbud Group
4 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.61%
in Monroe, NC
$16.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $550K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Jamie ORourke
Charlotte Residential Realty, Inc.
20 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.75%
in Monroe, NC
$58.2M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.56%
in Monroe, NC
$199M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.56%
in Monroe, NC
$96.7M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $2.6M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.09%
in Monroe, NC
$24M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $750K
Price Range
Top Agent(13)
Derek Blanton
Keller Williams South Park | The Redbud Group
10 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.23%
in Monroe, NC
$51.9M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.04%
in Monroe, NC
$107.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Monroe Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$424,845.5
+11.07% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
80
+32 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.00%
+0.32% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
18.2%
+3.3% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
32.8%
-11.4% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
36.5%
+4.9% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
3.8
Realtors in Monroe
743
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Monroe Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Monroe sell in a median of 15 days, compared with the Monroe market median of 80 days on market.
About 65 days faster (81% quicker than the Monroe market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Monroe agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Monroe market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Monroe?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Monroe sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in September. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
September
Best month to sell
57 days
Typical time on market
98.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Monroe, 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 Monroe Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $424,845.5 in Monroe, with values moving +11.1% year over year and a median of 80 days on market. Read together, the competitive indicators point to a market where leverage is split rather than concentrated on one side. Roughly 18.2% of homes sold above list and 32.8% went off the market within two weeks, evidence that well-priced, move-in-ready listings still draw fast, firm interest. At the same time, 36.5% of active listings recorded a price cut and months of supply sits at 3.8, both signs that overpriced homes are sitting and correcting.
For a buyer, this combination argues for discipline. With a sale-to-list ratio near 99.00%, most closings land close to asking, so aggressive lowball offers rarely succeed on fresh, sharp listings, but properties that have lingered past the 80-day median or already show a price drop are where concessions and negotiation room concentrate. For a seller, the message is that pricing to the current comps matters more than chasing the +11.1% headline. Homes priced correctly at launch can still capture the above-list activity, while ambitious pricing risks joining the third of listings that later cut.
Inventory of 252 against 97 new listings and 66 monthly sales keeps the market balanced enough that agent execution shapes outcomes. Across 743 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a strategic pricing and offer plan and a passive one is measurable in both final price and time to close.
What Monroe Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Monroe 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 | $424,845.5 |
| Down payment (20%) | $84,969 |
| Loan amount | $339,876.5 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,873 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $424,845.5 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Monroe MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Monroe Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone often overlooks what actually moves a transaction: pricing accuracy, negotiation, and consistent execution. In Monroe, EffectiveAgents analyzed 763 transactions to rank 52 agents against the broader pool of 743 licensed professionals. The top-ranked agent, Garry Edwards at Keller Williams Select, has closed 487 transactions with $95.9M in all-time sales volume, a track record that signals repeatable process rather than one-off luck. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers that matter locally: with 18.2% of homes selling above list and 36.5% of listings taking cuts, an agent who prices precisely and structures offers well can be the difference between a clean sale near 99.00% of list and a listing that stalls. Experienced agents work sales across zip codes 28110, 28111, and 28112, adapting strategy to the pace of each pocket. When comparing agents, look past star counts to review patterns over time, since consistency and volume of verified feedback tell you more than a single headline rating.
How We Rank Monroe 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 Monroe 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.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
Monroe Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Monroe, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Monroe, NC by EffectiveAgents analysis is Garry Edwards at Keller Williams Select, with 487 closed transactions and $95.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks 52 local agents by analyzing objective performance data across 763 transactions, rather than advertising spend or name recognition. The right agent for you depends on your price point, timeline, and neighborhood, so we recommend comparing several verified profiles against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Monroe 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 Monroe?
Our data covers 743 real estate agents serving the Monroe area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Monroe market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Monroe mean for sellers?
Monroe's median sale price is $424,845.5 as of May 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 Monroe?
Homes in Monroe take a median of 80 days to sell, and market time has seen a +32 days change year over year, so plan for a longer runway than a fast-turning market. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location within zip codes 28110, 28111, and 28112. Well-priced, move-in-ready listings still sell quickly, with 32.8% of homes going under contract within two weeks, while overpriced homes account for much of the 36.5% of listings that later cut and sit longer.
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 Monroe 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 Monroe 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 Monroe 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 Monroe realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Monroe 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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