Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Oak Island, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.51%
in Oak Island, NC
$350.6M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.07%
in Oak Island, NC
$35.6M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.5M
Price Range
Top Agent
(31)
Seth Robbins
Hamilton Realty Group W/EXP Realty
22 Years of experience
5+ Sales in the last 12 months
$51.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(29)
Deanna Moran
Coldwell Banker Seacoast Advantage
37 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
$88.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.91%
in Oak Island, NC
$610.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(41)
Jan Roggeman
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
10 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.16%
in Oak Island, NC
$102.3M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(18)
Carli Meeks
Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
12 Years of experience
94+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.41%
in Oak Island, NC
$70.8M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(26)
Tina Karimi
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
10 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
$42.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.3M
Price Range
11
Sold in Oak Island, NC
Top AgentTop 12.47%
in Oak Island, NC
$154.4M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.23%
in Oak Island, NC
$187.4M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $3.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.02B
All-Time Sales
$240K - $5.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$221.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$141.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.52%
in Oak Island, NC
$93.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(55)
Rainey Wallace
Intracoastal Realty - Valentine-Wallace Group
13 Years of experience
61+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 15.78%
in Oak Island, NC
$301.6M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $5.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.78%
in Oak Island, NC
$36.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(59)
Brian McGhee
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
10 Years of experience
84+ Sales in the last 12 months
$116.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $670K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(570)
Brian and Sharon O'Connell
Keller Williams - The Welcome Home Team
19 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
$547.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 18.32%
in Oak Island, NC
$1.04B
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 18.83%
in Oak Island, NC
$217.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$222.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(31)
Lisa Archer
Keller Williams Ballantyne Area - Live Love Worldwide
21 Years of experience
117+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 19.34%
in Oak Island, NC
$82.7M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(59)
Bradley Sterman
Raleigh Is Growing Real Estate
5 Years of experience
76+ Sales in the last 12 months
$82.3M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.9M
Price Range
1
Sold in Oak Island, NC
Top Agent(16)
Oscar Garcia
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
21 Years of experience
79+ Sales in the last 12 months
$171M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $3.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$236.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.1M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Oak island Housing Market Trends
Homes in Oak island take a median 87 days to sell, go for 96.72% of asking, prices are down 9.3% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$609,347
median sale price
How fast they sell
87 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Oak Island.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Oak Island agents whose results fit it.
Oak Island agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Oak Island market in 87
median sale price in Oak Island
Do Top Oak Island Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Oak Island sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Oak Island market median of 87 days on market.
About 57 days faster (66% quicker than the Oak Island market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Oak Island agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Oak Island market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Oak Island?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Oak Island sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in November. To hit that window, plan to list around September.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
November
Best month to sell
64 days
Typical time on market
97.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Oak Island, 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 Oak Island Buyers and Sellers
Oak Island's housing market currently carries a median sale price of $609,347 at roughly $400.01 per square foot, and the Housing Market Trends module above tracks how those figures shift month to month. The competitive indicators point toward a market that favors patient buyers. Only 4.7% of homes sold above list price, 34.6% of active listings recorded a price cut, and inventory sits at 5.2 months of supply, which is closer to balanced-to-buyer territory than to a seller-driven squeeze. With 294 active listings against 58 homes sold monthly and 172 pending sales, absorption is measured rather than frantic.
For a buyer, this combination means real negotiating room. A sale-to-list ratio of 96.72% indicates most closings land below asking, so opening below list and asking for concessions is reasonable, particularly on listings that have already logged a price drop or crossed the 87-day median on market. For a seller, the same data argues for disciplined pricing from day one. Homes that linger accumulate price cuts, and with 23.7% of properties going under contract within two weeks, the fast sales are almost always the sharply priced ones.
Days on market have widened meaningfully, reflecting a +30 days change in market time, so the difference between a well-positioned listing and an aspirational one is now measured in months, not days. In a market this nuanced, agent selection matters. Oak Island has 345 licensed agents, but pricing strategy and negotiation skill vary widely, which is where verified performance data becomes the deciding factor.
What Oak Island Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Oak Island 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 | $609,347 |
| Down payment (20%) | $121,869 |
| Loan amount | $487,478 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,194 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $609,347 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Oak Island MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Oak Island Realtor
Choosing an agent in Oak Island should rest on measured performance rather than the name you see most often on signs and mailers. Recognition reflects marketing budget; results reflect skill. Among the 345 licensed agents in the area, EffectiveAgents has ranked 60 based on verified transaction history and outcomes. The top-ranked agent, Lindsey Jenkins at Century 21 Collective, has closed 861 transactions with $348.0M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 96.72% and 34.6% of listings eventually cut price, because negotiation experience directly protects your bottom line. Across the 28465 zip code, an agent who understands coastal pricing dynamics, from oceanfront to interior lots, can position a listing to sell near the 87-day median rather than drifting past it. When comparing agents, look past star ratings alone and study review patterns for consistency: how the agent handled pricing adjustments, how they communicated during longer listing periods, and whether results held across different property types and price points.
How We Rank Oak Island 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 Oak Island 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.
345
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
Oak Island Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Oak Island, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Oak Island, NC, based on EffectiveAgents data is Lindsey Jenkins at Century 21 Collective, with 861 verified transactions and $348.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured transaction history and client outcomes rather than advertising presence, evaluating 345 local licensed agents and surfacing 60 ranked performers. The best agent for you depends on your property type, price range, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked profiles against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Oak Island 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 Oak Island?
Our data covers 345 real estate agents serving the Oak Island area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Oak Island market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Oak Island mean for sellers?
Oak Island's median sale price is $609,347 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 Oak Island?
Homes in Oak Island currently take a median of 87 days to sell, and market time has reflected a +30 days change year over year. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location, since 34.6% of listings eventually reduce price while 23.7% go under contract within two weeks. Well-priced homes in good condition tend to move faster, while listings positioned above comparable sales often sit longer and require adjustments. A sharp initial pricing strategy is the strongest lever a seller controls.
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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Oak Island 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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