Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Budd Lake, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(128)
Kelly Holmquist
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
29 Years of experience
110+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.29%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$450.5M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.4M
Price Range
Top Agent$58.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(374)
Gordon Crawford
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
44 Years of experience
92+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.65%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$935.6M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $3.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$62.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $730K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.53%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$160.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$76.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.41%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$144.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$455.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$230.4M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$127.4M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$52.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(71)
Celeste Araujo
RE/MAX FIRST CHOICE REALTORS II
19 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
$71.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $950K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(31)
Ryan Palianto
Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty
12 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
$104.1M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $2.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.59%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$249M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$118.1M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(41)
Ronald Karcich
Keller Williams Metropolitan Realty
29 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
$72.8M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.7M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.18%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$78.8M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top Agent(10)
Michele Blinn Barreiro
Coldwell Banker Realty
23 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
$74.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $890K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$92.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.76%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$62.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$92.4M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$81.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.3M
Price Range
4
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Top Agent(257)
Sara Parker Henderson
Lois Schneider Realtor
50 Years of experience
105+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.35%
in Budd Lake, NJ
$2.52B
All-Time Sales
$900K - $6.5M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$174.1M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.9M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Budd lake Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$604,697
+0.36% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
18
+2 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
106.64%
+0.10% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
77.4%
+4.6% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
33.9%
+0.6% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
10.4%
-2.3% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.8
Realtors in Budd lake
340
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Budd Lake?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Budd Lake sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
17 days
Typical time on market
106.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Budd Lake, 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 Budd Lake Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a market in Budd Lake where sellers currently hold measurable leverage. With 77.4% of homes selling above their asking price and an average sale-to-list ratio of 106.64%, buyers are frequently competing past list price rather than negotiating below it. The median home sold for $604,697, a +0.4% move year over year, while 2.8 months of supply and only 20 active listings against 35 pending sales confirm demand is outpacing what comes to market.
For a buyer, this combination means an offer at or slightly under list is unlikely to succeed on well-positioned homes. The share off the market within two weeks, 33.9%, signals that hesitation on desirable properties carries real risk. That said, the 10.4% of listings recording price cuts shows a meaningful segment of overpriced or slower-moving inventory where patience and a measured offer still work. Reading which category a listing falls into is where leverage is won or lost.
For a seller, pricing accurately from day one matters because the market rewards it: median time to contract sits at 18 days, reflecting a +2 days change in market time. Overreaching on price invites the drop that resets buyer perception. At roughly $324.12 per square foot, comparable pricing is precise here. With 340 licensed agents active in the area, the difference between a strong outcome and an average one often comes down to who reads these signals correctly and structures the offer or the listing accordingly.
What Budd Lake Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Budd Lake 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 | $604,697 |
| Down payment (20%) | $120,939 |
| Loan amount | $483,758 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,996 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $604,697 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Budd Lake MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Budd Lake Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the data that actually predicts outcomes: closed transaction volume, negotiation results, and consistency of client reviews. In a market where 77.4% of homes sell above list, the ability to structure a competitive offer or defend a listing price is measurable, not cosmetic. Among the 61 EffectiveAgents ranked professionals serving Budd Lake and the surrounding 07828 area, top performer Kelly Holmquist at Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan has closed 901 transactions with $448.5M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters when an average sale-to-list ratio of 106.64% leaves little margin for a mispriced listing or a weak counteroffer. An agent who has negotiated through hundreds of closings recognizes which of the 20 active listings are priced to move and which sit among the 10.4% recording reductions. Kelly Holmquist's 128 reviews also point to a pattern worth weighing: consistency across many transactions is a stronger signal than a handful of standout testimonials, and reviewing that track record across time gives buyers and sellers a clearer read on what to expect.
How We Rank Budd Lake 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 Budd Lake 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
Budd Lake Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Budd Lake, NJ?
The top ranked agent in Budd Lake, NJ by verified performance is Kelly Holmquist at Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan, with 901 closed transactions, 128 client reviews, and $448.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing objective outcomes, closed transaction history, sale-to-list results, and review consistency, rather than advertising or name recognition. Kelly Holmquist is one of 61 ranked agents drawn from 340 licensed professionals in the area. The strongest match depends on your property type and goals, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended.
How were these Budd Lake 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 Budd Lake?
Our data covers 340 real estate agents serving the Budd Lake area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Budd Lake market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Budd Lake mean for sellers?
Budd Lake's median sale price is $604,697 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 Budd Lake?
Homes in Budd Lake currently take a median of 18 days to go under contract, reflecting a +2 days change in market time compared with last year. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location within the 07828 area. With 33.9% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, accurately priced and well-prepared listings often move quickly, while properties that require a price drop (a factor for 10.4% of listings) can take considerably longer. Precise initial pricing remains the strongest lever on your selling 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 Budd Lake 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 Budd Lake 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 Budd Lake 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 Budd Lake realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Budd Lake 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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