Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Wake Forest, NC

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    Scott Hoffman profile picture
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    Scott Hoffman

    Keller Williams Legacy | The Hoffman Realty Group

    31 Years of experience

    69+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.41%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $353.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Helen Croghan

    Coldwell Banker, HPW

    41 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.52%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $130.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    1%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Morgan Womble

    Compass

    25 Years of experience

    80+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.62%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $288.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $370K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Samara Presley

    Smart Choice Realty

    21 Years of experience

    88+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.03%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $446.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $3.7M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Ashley Wilson - NC

    Keller Williams Preferred Realty

    23 Years of experience

    198+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.14%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $287.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Rick Tortora

    RE/MAX

    19 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.24%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $81.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Caren Fried

    Keller Williams Preferred Realty

    13 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.34%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $121.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $950K

    Price Range

    2%

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    Betty Bargoil

    eXp Realty

    28 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.28%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $170.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $3.2M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Lee Goldstein

    InTrust Realty

    21 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.38%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $191.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Michael Sanders

    RE/MAX United

    11 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.9%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $59.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Kimberly McKinney

    RE/MAX Reliance

    16 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.21%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $73.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $4.6M

    Price Range

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    Bryan Sinnett

    Compass

    22 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.62%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $373.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $5.7M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Aimee Anderson

    Aimee Anderson & Associates

    23 Years of experience

    62+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.03%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $218.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Erica Anderson

    Team Anderson Realty

    17 Years of experience

    351+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.34%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $1B

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Phillip George, Jr

    Phillip George, Jr. - Century 21 Triangle Group Cary

    16 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.58%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $69.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $3.5M

    Price Range

    Kelly Straughn profile picture
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    Kelly Straughn

    Five County Specialists

    19 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $136.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Kendahl McIntyre

    Kendahl McIntyre Real Estate LLC

    18 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.1%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $144.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Lisa Quin

    eXp Realty

    26 Years of experience

    33+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.51%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $192.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Kate Carlton

    Keller Williams Legacy

    11 Years of experience

    107+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.03%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $208.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $360K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Charles (CJ) Jones III

    Mark Spain Real Estate

    6 Years of experience

    42+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.14%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $88.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    John & Carrie Dukes

    eXp Realty

    32 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.65%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $319.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $3.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Autumn DuBois

    DuBois Property Group

    14 Years of experience

    44+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.69%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $166.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Michael Griffith

    eXp Realty | Team Triangle Realty LLC

    13 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.79%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $50.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    1%

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    Johnny Mitchell

    New Towne Realty Group / Coldwell Banker HPW

    10 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.1%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $63.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $760K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Paige Coker

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services York Simpson Underwood Real

    33 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.62%

    in Wake Forest, NC

    $74.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top Wake Forest Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Wake Forest sell in a median of 12 days, compared with the Wake Forest market median of 36 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents12 days
    Wake Forest market36 days

    About 24 days faster (67% quicker than the Wake Forest market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Wake Forest?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Wake Forest sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    55Jan59Feb52Mar40Apr36May37Jun31Jul33Aug41Sep43Oct44Nov47Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    31 days

    Typical time on market

    99.4%

    Of asking price

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

    Wake Forest presents a market where leverage is genuinely split, and the Housing Market Trends module above helps frame why. The median sale price sits at $486,256, and prices have moved +0.3% year over year, a signal that seller pricing power remains intact at the top line. Yet the underlying competitive indicators tell a more nuanced story. With only 15.8% of homes selling above list and 46.2% of active listings recording price reductions, the days of automatic bidding wars have narrowed considerably. Months of supply stands at 3.9, which keeps the area from tipping fully toward buyers but gives them more room to negotiate than a year ago.

    For a buyer deciding how to offer, this combination matters. Roughly 30.2% of listings leave the market within two weeks, so well-priced, move-in-ready homes still move quickly and warrant competitive terms. Everything else, particularly the near-half of listings taking price cuts, invites measured offers below asking. The current sale-to-list ratio of 98.83% confirms most closings now land just under list.

    For a seller, the message is precision. With 371 active listings and 399 new ones arriving monthly against 98 sales, overpricing risks the price-drop cycle that 46.2% of sellers have already entered. The median home spends 36 days on market. Navigating this environment rewards local expertise, and among the 967 licensed agents working Wake Forest, identifying the ones who consistently price and negotiate well is where real value emerges.

    What Wake Forest Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest
    $138,800
    Median home price$486,256
    Down payment (20%)$97,251
    Loan amount$389,005
    Monthly payment (PITI)$3,238

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.65% mortgage rate (as of August 20, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Wake Forest Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 36 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.83%
    Price Trend (YoY) +0.3%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $3,238
    Principal & Interest
    $2,497
    Property Taxes
    $466
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $486,256 median home price with 20% down at 6.65% (as of August 20, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Wake Forest Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $484,995
    Today $486,256
    +0.3%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 38 days
    Today 36 days
    -2 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.0%
    Today 98.83%
    -0.22%
    What this shift means: Prices moved +0.3% year over year while the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.22% and the market saw a -2 days change in market time. Taken together, the numbers point to a market where headline values hold firm but homes take longer to sell and close nearer to asking rather than above it. Buyers gain more time and negotiating room, while sellers benefit from disciplined pricing rather than assuming quick premiums.

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

    What to Look for in a Wake Forest Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely reflects who actually performs in a given market. Transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and consistency across neighborhoods matter far more than visibility. EffectiveAgents analyzed 940 transactions to rank agents on measured results rather than reputation. Among the 83 ranked agents serving Wake Forest, Scott Hoffman at Keller Williams Legacy, The Hoffman Realty Group stands out with 1,407 career transactions and $351.4M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where 46.2% of listings see reductions and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 98.83%, because pricing accuracy and negotiation discipline directly protect a client's outcome. Whether a home sits in the 27587 or 27588 zip code, an agent who understands local buyer behavior can position a listing to sell within the 36-day median rather than drifting into a price-cut cycle. Review patterns are worth weighing carefully: a smaller volume of detailed, consistent reviews often signals reliable service more than a high count of vague ones.

    How We Rank Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest 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: July 2026

    Wake Forest Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Wake Forest, NC?

    Scott Hoffman at Keller Williams Legacy, The Hoffman Realty Group ranks as the top agent in Wake Forest, NC, based on EffectiveAgents analysis, with 1,407 career transactions and $351.4M in all-time sales volume. Rather than ranking agents on advertising or name recognition, EffectiveAgents measures verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and client review patterns across 940 analyzed transactions. From 967 licensed agents in the area, 83 met the ranking criteria. The right choice depends on your price point and neighborhood, so compare several matched agents before deciding.

    How were these Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest?

    Our data covers 967 real estate agents serving the Wake Forest area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Wake Forest market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Wake Forest mean for sellers?

    Wake Forest's median sale price is $486,256 as of July 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 Wake Forest?

    The median home in Wake Forest spends 36 days on the market before going under contract, and market time has seen a -2 days change year over year. Actual timelines vary widely by price, condition, and location. About 30.2% of listings leave the market within two weeks, typically well-priced and move-in-ready homes, while others linger longer, reflected in the 46.2% of listings that record price reductions. Accurate initial pricing, professional presentation, and an experienced agent are the factors that most consistently shorten the timeline.

    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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Wake Forest 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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