Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Elizabeth, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.19%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$307M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $89M
Price Range
Top Agent
(35)
Elias Christodoulakis
Prominent Properties Sotheby's
23 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.29%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$109.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.38%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$46.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $900K
Price Range
Top Agent$39.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $910K
Price Range
56
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Top AgentTop 0.96%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$60.3M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.25%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$68.7M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $940K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$139.7M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $3.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.63%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$75.6M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$1.94B
All-Time Sales
$560K - $4.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.02%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.21%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$246.6M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$14.3M
All-Time Sales
$600K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$255.6M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$115.7M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$101M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $4.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$64.1M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $2.3M
Price Range
10
Sold in Elizabeth, NJ
Top Agent$68M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.1M
Price Range
9
Sold in Elizabeth, NJ
Top Agent$70.3M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $890K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$43.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $780K
Price Range
9
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Top Agent$48.3M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $930K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$60.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.5M
Price Range
1
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Top AgentTop 3.17%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$827.1M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $3.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$961.1M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.55%
in Elizabeth, NJ
$258.3M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $3.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$117.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3.3M
Price Range
4
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Elizabeth Housing Market Trends
Homes in Elizabeth take a median 42 days to sell, go for 102.73% of asking, prices are up 5.4% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$654,567
median sale price
How fast they sell
42 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Elizabeth.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Elizabeth agents whose results fit it.
Elizabeth agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 22 days, the Elizabeth market in 42
median sale price in Elizabeth
Do Top Elizabeth Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Elizabeth sell in a median of 22 days, compared with the Elizabeth market median of 42 days on market.
About 20 days faster (48% quicker than the Elizabeth market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Elizabeth agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Elizabeth market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Elizabeth?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Elizabeth sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in September. To hit that window, plan to list around August.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
September
Best month to sell
35 days
Typical time on market
103.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth Buyers and Sellers
Elizabeth's housing market currently registers a median sale price of $654,567, with values having moved +5.4% year over year. The Housing Market Trends module above shows homes selling in a median of 42 days and an average sale-to-list ratio of 102.73%, which alone suggest a competitive environment. The clearest signal of where leverage sits is that 65.5% of homes closed above their asking price, while only 18.2% of listings required a price reduction. That combination tells buyers they are frequently competing against offers at or over list, not negotiating discounts.
At the same time, 4.2 months of supply and 161 active listings against 132 pending sales and 40 monthly closings point to a market that still favors sellers but is not frictionless. With 9.8% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced properties move quickly, yet the remaining inventory can sit if mispriced. For a buyer, this means leading with a clean, competitive offer on desirable listings while staying disciplined on homes that have lingered. For a seller, the data supports pricing at or slightly below recent comparables to trigger the multiple-offer dynamic rather than testing an aspirational number.
Market time reflects a +7 days change in how long homes take to sell, so momentum is not uniform across every segment. Elizabeth has 1,042 licensed agents, and interpreting these crosscurrents correctly is where an agent who reads local pricing patterns accurately adds measurable value for both sides of a transaction.
What Elizabeth Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Elizabeth 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 | $654,567 |
| Down payment (20%) | $130,913 |
| Loan amount | $523,654 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,396 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $654,567 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Elizabeth MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Elizabeth Realtor
Choosing an agent in Elizabeth means looking past name recognition and advertising spend toward measured performance. EffectiveAgents analyzed 428 transactions to rank 99 agents out of 1,042 licensed locally, focusing on verified outcomes rather than reputation alone. Susana Bances at The Real Estate Company illustrates the pattern, with 918 career transactions and $301.7M in all-time sales volume. In a market where 65.5% of homes sell above asking, negotiation skill is not abstract: it determines whether a buyer wins a contested listing without overpaying, or whether a seller captures the full premium the 102.73% sale-to-list environment allows. Experienced agents working across zip codes 07201, 07202, 07208, and 07207 understand how pricing behavior varies block to block, which shapes offer strategy and timing. Review patterns matter as much as volume: 46 reviews accumulated over hundreds of closings signal consistency across many client situations, not a handful of favorable outcomes. When evaluating agents, weigh transaction depth, review count, and demonstrated results together.
How We Rank Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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.
1,042
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
Elizabeth Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Elizabeth, NJ?
There is no single best agent for every situation, but EffectiveAgents ranks Elizabeth, NJ agents using verified transaction data rather than advertising. By that methodology, Susana Bances at The Real Estate Company stands out with 918 career transactions, 46 reviews, and $301.7M in all-time sales volume. Our analysis reviewed 428 transactions to identify 99 top performers among 1,042 licensed agents. The right match depends on your price point and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth?
Our data covers 1,042 real estate agents serving the Elizabeth area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Elizabeth market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Elizabeth mean for sellers?
Elizabeth's median sale price is $654,567 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Elizabeth?
In Elizabeth, homes sell in a median of 42 days, though that figure reflects a +7 days change from last year. With 9.8% of homes leaving the market within two weeks and 65.5% selling above list, well-priced and well-presented properties move fastest. Timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, location within zip codes like 07201 or 07202, and seasonality. Homes priced above recent comparables tend to require reductions and sit longer, which is why 18.2% of listings show a price drop before closing.
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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Elizabeth 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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