Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Winston-Salem, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.1%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$281.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.31%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$553M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.56%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$130.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.77%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$309M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.53%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$273.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.69%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$100.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$245.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.04%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$60.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$72.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $930K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.45%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$52.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $700K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.81%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$51.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.91%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$56.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.22%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$62.9M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.68%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$452.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
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Angel Sims
Keller Williams/Angel Sims Realty Group
24 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.78%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$87.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $570K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.09%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$44.1M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.19%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$95.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $800K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.24%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$164.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.34%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$131.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.55%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$222.4M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.7%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$366M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.8%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$30.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $640K
Price Range
Top Agent$41M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $780K
Price Range
21
Sold in Winston-Salem, NC
Top AgentTop 4.96%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$49M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $800K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.06%
in Winston-Salem, NC
$87.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1M
Price Range
Winston-salem Housing Market Trends
Homes in Winston-salem take a median 40 days to sell, go for 98.11% of asking, prices are up 0.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.6 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$287,810
median sale price
How fast they sell
40 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.6 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Winston-Salem.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Winston-Salem agents whose results fit it.
Winston-Salem agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 23 days, the Winston-Salem market in 40
median sale price in Winston-Salem
Do Top Winston-Salem Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Winston-Salem sell in a median of 23 days, compared with the Winston-Salem market median of 40 days on market.
About 17 days faster (43% quicker than the Winston-Salem market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Winston-Salem agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Winston-Salem market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Winston-Salem?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Winston-Salem sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
34 days
Typical time on market
98.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Winston-Salem carrying a median sale price of $287,810 with prices moving +0.6% year over year. To locate negotiating leverage, read the competitive indicators together rather than in isolation. With 3.6 months of supply, the market sits near the balance point between buyer and seller conditions, and the supporting signals confirm a market with give on both sides. Roughly 21.0% of homes sold above list, while 38.7% of active listings recorded a price reduction, a combination that tells buyers many sellers begin with aspirational pricing and later adjust.
For a buyer, this means the property that has lingered past the 40 median days on market, especially one already carrying a price drop, is a candidate for a measured offer below asking. The 98.11% average sale-to-list ratio shows negotiated outcomes landing modestly under list, so writing at or slightly under asking is defensible on well-priced inventory. Meanwhile, 37.7% of homes left the market within two weeks, so accurately priced properties in strong locations still move fast and reward decisive offers.
For a seller, the message is precision at listing. With 1,006 active listings competing and 1,028 new listings arriving monthly, homes priced to the comps capture the fast-moving buyer pool, while overpricing invites the price-drop cycle reflected in the data. Against 285 monthly closings and 847 pending sales, execution matters. Winston-Salem is served by 1,957 licensed agents, and distinguishing genuine local expertise from volume is where the following analysis helps.
What Winston-Salem Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Winston-Salem 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 | $287,810 |
| Down payment (20%) | $57,562 |
| Loan amount | $230,248 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,126 |
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 $287,810 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 Winston-Salem MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Winston-Salem Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually closes deals: measured transaction history and negotiation results. Among the 1,957 licensed agents in Winston-Salem, EffectiveAgents has ranked 103 using verified performance data drawn from 2,842 analyzed transactions. Top-ranked Pam Boyle at ERA Live Moore Real Estate illustrates the pattern, with 1,170 career transactions and $238.1M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters when the current 98.11% sale-to-list ratio means the difference between a skilled and an average negotiator is measured in real dollars on every offer. Experienced local agents understand how pricing behaves differently across neighborhoods, from established Buena Vista and Ardmore to areas like Konnoak and the Downtown core, where days on market and buyer demand can diverge from the citywide 40 median. When reviewing candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study review patterns over time. Boyle's 67 reviews reflect a consistent track record rather than a handful of isolated impressions, which is the signal that tends to predict reliable results.
How We Rank Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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.
1,957
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
Winston-Salem Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Winston-Salem, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Winston-Salem, NC is Pam Boyle at ERA Live Moore Real Estate, with 1,170 career transactions, 67 reviews, and $238.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or name recognition. Instead, we analyze verified performance across 2,842 local transactions and narrow the 1,957 licensed agents down to 103 ranked professionals. The best fit depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem?
Our data covers 1,957 real estate agents serving the Winston-Salem area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Winston-Salem market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Winston-Salem mean for sellers?
Winston-Salem's median sale price is $287,810 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.
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 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Winston-Salem 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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