Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Barnegat, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(84)
Rob Oden
Coldwell Banker Home Connection Realty
15 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.59%
in Barnegat, NJ
$113.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $810K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.48%
in Barnegat, NJ
$277.7M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(155)
Jessica Difrancia
Keller Williams Atlantic Shore
23 Years of experience
185+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.07%
in Barnegat, NJ
$390.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $4.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Brian MacFarlane
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
24 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.66%
in Barnegat, NJ
$106.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$63.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $950K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.44%
in Barnegat, NJ
$535.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $3.5M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.73%
in Barnegat, NJ
$120.6M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$211.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.7M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(88)
Michael Harbord
1st Class Real Estate Agency
31 Years of experience
100+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.62%
in Barnegat, NJ
$253.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.92%
in Barnegat, NJ
$184.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$192M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $4.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.58%
in Barnegat, NJ
$597.1M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $3.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$159.5M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$11.6M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $930K
Price Range
10
Sold in Barnegat, NJ
Top Agent$348.4M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $4.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Nancy Phander
Coldwell Banker Flanagan Realty
8 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.06%
in Barnegat, NJ
$56.4M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $890K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(71)
James Ward
Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living
25 Years of experience
49+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.95%
in Barnegat, NJ
$380.8M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $2.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.83%
in Barnegat, NJ
$640.8M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$195.6M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$112.1M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(63)
Craig Stefanoni
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
41 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.02%
in Barnegat, NJ
$1.43B
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $6.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$917.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $23.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$101.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1000K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$262.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.4M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(3)
Eric Valenzona
Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living
24 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
$192.8M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Barnegat Housing Market Trends
Homes in Barnegat take a median 39 days to sell, go for 100.68% of asking, prices are down 16.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
6.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$519,752
median sale price
How fast they sell
39 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
6.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Barnegat.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Barnegat agents whose results fit it.
Barnegat agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Barnegat market in 39
median sale price in Barnegat
Do Top Barnegat Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Barnegat sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Barnegat market median of 39 days on market.
About 9 days faster (23% quicker than the Barnegat market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Barnegat agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Barnegat market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Barnegat?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Barnegat 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
20 days
Typical time on market
100.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Barnegat, NJ 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 Barnegat Buyers and Sellers
Barnegat's housing market currently shows a median sale price of $519,752, with homes moving at a median of 39 days on market. The Housing Market Trends module above tracks how these figures shift month to month, and the underlying competitive indicators point to a market with more balance than the sale-to-list ratio alone suggests. With 33.3% of homes selling above list price and 26.4% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still attract quick attention, but the 27.3% share of listings taking price cuts signals that overpriced homes sit.
Months of supply stands at 6.7, which sits in the range where neither buyers nor sellers hold decisive leverage. For a buyer, this combination means there is room to negotiate on homes that have lingered past the 39-day median, while newer, sharply priced listings may still require an offer at or near asking. Watching the 27.3% price-drop share helps identify where sellers have already softened their position. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one: with the average sale-to-list ratio at 100.68%, homes priced correctly can meet or slightly exceed asking, but chasing the market down after an aggressive initial price erodes final proceeds.
With 27 active listings against 15 pending sales and 25 new listings this month, turnover is steady rather than frenzied. In a market this nuanced, agent selection matters. Barnegat is served by 338 licensed agents, and understanding which ones consistently price and negotiate well is where informed guidance pays off.
What Barnegat Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Barnegat 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 | $519,752 |
| Down payment (20%) | $103,950 |
| Loan amount | $415,802 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,652 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $519,752 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Barnegat MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Barnegat Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: a documented record of pricing accuracy, negotiation, and closed transactions. In Barnegat (zip 08005), EffectiveAgents has analyzed 61 transactions to rank 83 agents out of 338 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Rob Oden at Coldwell Banker Home Connection Realty, has closed 375 transactions with $111.4M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 33.3% of homes sell above list yet 27.3% of listings take price reductions. An agent who understands that split can advise a seller on where to price and coach a buyer on when to push back. With a median sale-to-list ratio of 100.68%, negotiation skill translates directly into dollars at the closing table. Review patterns reinforce the numbers: Rob Oden holds 84 reviews, and consistent, high-volume feedback over time is a more reliable signal than a handful of recent ratings, giving buyers and sellers a verified basis for their decision.
How We Rank Barnegat 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 Barnegat 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.
338
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: September 2026
Barnegat Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Barnegat, NJ?
The top-ranked agent in Barnegat, NJ is Rob Oden at Coldwell Banker Home Connection Realty, with 375 closed transactions, 84 reviews, and $111.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing verified transaction records, closing performance, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. Of the 338 licensed agents in the area, 83 have been ranked using this data-driven methodology across 61 analyzed transactions, so you can compare candidates on measured results rather than name recognition alone.
How were these Barnegat 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 Barnegat?
Our data covers 338 real estate agents serving the Barnegat area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Barnegat market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Barnegat mean for sellers?
Barnegat's median sale price is $519,752 as of September 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 Barnegat?
Homes in Barnegat currently take a median of 39 days to sell, though that reflects the midpoint and individual timelines vary widely. Year over year, market time reflected a -4 days change, meaning conditions differ from the prior year. Pricing is the biggest factor: with 26.4% of homes going off the market within two weeks but 27.3% of listings taking price cuts, correctly priced homes move quickly while overpriced ones linger. Condition, location within zip 08005, and seasonality also influence how fast a home sells.
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 Barnegat 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 Barnegat 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 Barnegat 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 Barnegat realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Barnegat 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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