Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Chester, 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
109+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.25%
in Chester, NJ
$448.5M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(374)
Gordon Crawford
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
44 Years of experience
95+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.75%
in Chester, NJ
$933.8M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $3.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.99%
in Chester, NJ
$156.8M
All-Time Sales
$580K - $2.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.24%
in Chester, NJ
$81.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.49%
in Chester, NJ
$169.2M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $3.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.99%
in Chester, NJ
$156.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.49%
in Chester, NJ
$288.1M
All-Time Sales
$810K - $3.5M
Price Range
12%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.74%
in Chester, NJ
$100.5M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.23%
in Chester, NJ
$62.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $730K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.23%
in Chester, NJ
$88.4M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.48%
in Chester, NJ
$58.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.48%
in Chester, NJ
$51.4M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $2.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.73%
in Chester, NJ
$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.73%
in Chester, NJ
$90.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.3M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.22%
in Chester, NJ
$92.4M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.47%
in Chester, NJ
$179.4M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $8.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$223.7M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.5M
Price Range
537
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$127.4M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$109M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.7M
Price Range
258
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(41)
Ronald Karcich
Keller Williams Metropolitan Realty
29 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$72.1M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.7M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$83.5M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.1M
Price Range
203
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$52.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$72.9M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.5M
Price Range
175
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$31.6M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.4M
Price Range
97
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$60.7M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $2.6M
Price Range
110
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Chester Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$869,565
+35.76% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
21
+7 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
106.26%
+4.61% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
57.2%
+32.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
55.0%
+21.6% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
7.1%
-2.9% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.3
Realtors in Chester
402
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Chester?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Chester 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)
July
Best month to sell
19 days
Typical time on market
105.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Chester, 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 Chester Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above sketches a compact but competitive picture in Chester, and the underlying indicators point toward seller leverage. With a median sale price of $869,565 and homes moving in a median of 21 days, the market is clearing quickly relative to how much inventory exists. Only 5 active listings against 9 pending sales, alongside 2.3 months of supply, describes a shortage of standing choices for buyers.
The competitive signals reinforce that reading. A sale-to-list ratio of 106.26% means closings are landing above asking on average, 57.2% of homes sold over list, and 55.0% left the market within two weeks. Price drops touched just 7.1% of listings, so sellers rarely needed to correct. For a buyer deciding how to structure an offer, this combination argues for coming in at or above list with clean terms rather than assuming room to negotiate down, and for moving fast on well-priced listings before the two-week window closes. For a seller, pricing near recent comparable sales rather than reaching high is likely to generate competing offers, which is where the above-list premiums actually form.
Still, thin transaction counts (only 2 homes sold monthly against 11 new listings) mean a single mispriced home swings the averages, so local judgment matters more here than raw data. Chester has 402 licensed agents, and separating those who consistently win multiple-offer situations from the rest is exactly where working with a verified, ranked agent adds measurable value.
What Chester Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Chester 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 | $869,565 |
| Down payment (20%) | $173,913 |
| Loan amount | $695,652 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $5,602 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.71% mortgage rate (as of September 3, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $869,565 median home price with 20% down at 6.71% (as of September 3, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Chester MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Chester Realtor
Name recognition and a familiar billboard tell you little about how an agent performs when your specific home is on the line. The measures that matter are closed volume, repeat client patterns, and how consistently an agent protects price in negotiation. Of the 402 licensed agents operating in Chester and the surrounding 07930 area, EffectiveAgents has ranked 43 based on verified transaction outcomes rather than self-reported claims. Our top-ranked agent, Kelly Holmquist at Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan, has recorded 900 transactions, 128 client reviews, and $447.4M in all-time sales volume. In a market where the average closing runs at 106.26% of list and 57.2% of homes sell above asking, negotiation experience translates directly into dollars, both in structuring winning buyer offers and in pricing seller listings to draw competing bids. When you review candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern: consistent volume, steady review counts over time, and results across full market cycles rather than one strong quarter.
How We Rank Chester 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 Chester 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
Chester Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Chester, NJ?
The highest-ranked agent in Chester, NJ, by EffectiveAgents' verified methodology is Kelly Holmquist at Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan, with 900 career transactions, 128 client reviews, and $447.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured transaction outcomes rather than advertising or name recognition, analyzing closed sales, review patterns, and pricing performance. Of 402 licensed local agents, only 43 meet the criteria to be ranked. The right match still depends on your property type and goals, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Chester 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 Chester?
Our data covers 402 real estate agents serving the Chester area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Chester market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Chester mean for sellers?
Chester's median sale price is $869,565 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 Chester?
In Chester, the median home sells in about 21 days, though that figure reflects a +7 days change in market time versus a year ago. With 55.0% of homes leaving the market within two weeks and 2.3 months of supply, correctly priced listings tend to move fast. Your actual timeline depends on pricing relative to recent comparable sales, condition and staging, the season, and how accessible the home is for showings. Homes that require price drops, which affected 7.1% of listings, generally take considerably longer to close.
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 Chester 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 Chester 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 Chester 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 Chester realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Chester 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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