Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Hackensack, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.83%
in Hackensack, NJ
$53.3M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.1%
in Hackensack, NJ
$994.8M
All-Time Sales
$620K - $610M
Price Range
Top Agent
(625)
Zohar Zamir
Keller Williams Village Square
19 Years of experience
168+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.38%
in Hackensack, NJ
$1.17B
All-Time Sales
$490K - $3.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.21%
in Hackensack, NJ
$145M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(9)
Lynne Reck
Keller Williams Village Square Realty
26 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$52.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $830K
Price Range
16
Sold in Hackensack, NJ
Top AgentTop 3.87%
in Hackensack, NJ
$814.2M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $11.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.7%
in Hackensack, NJ
$203.6M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.52%
in Hackensack, NJ
$74.9M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $950K
Price Range
Top Agent$67.2M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.5M
Price Range
12
Sold in Hackensack, NJ
Top Agent(22)
Denyse Valencia
Keller Williams Town Life Realty
26 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
$113.5M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$68.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.63%
in Hackensack, NJ
$138.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$455.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $4.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.46%
in Hackensack, NJ
$180.9M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$89.4M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $5.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.56%
in Hackensack, NJ
$290.6M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Katherine Plosia
Terrie O'Connor Realtors - The Gateway Group
23 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.56%
in Hackensack, NJ
$72.1M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 9.12%
in Hackensack, NJ
$9.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $880K
Price Range
Top Agent$122.1M
All-Time Sales
$500K - $2.1M
Price Range
5
Sold in Hackensack, NJ
Top Agent(424)
Christina Gibbons
Christie's International Real Estate NNJ
9 Years of experience
270+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.94%
in Hackensack, NJ
$1.18B
All-Time Sales
$960K - $5.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.94%
in Hackensack, NJ
$51.3M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$137.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$20.1M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $790K
Price Range
5
Sold in Hackensack, NJ
Top Agent$101.8M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $4.1M
Price Range
4
Sold in Hackensack, NJ
Top Agent$60.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.5M
Price Range
4
Sold in Hackensack, NJ
Hackensack Housing Market Trends
Homes in Hackensack take a median 72 days to sell, go for 101.61% of asking, prices are up 16.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
6.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$419,722
median sale price
How fast they sell
72 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
6.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Hackensack.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Hackensack agents whose results fit it.
Hackensack agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Hackensack market in 72
median sale price in Hackensack
Do Top Hackensack Agents Sell Faster?
The 23 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Hackensack sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Hackensack market median of 72 days on market.
About 42 days faster (58% quicker than the Hackensack market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Hackensack agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Hackensack market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Hackensack?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Hackensack sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
69 days
Typical time on market
102.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Hackensack, 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 Hackensack Buyers and Sellers
Hackensack currently reads as a market where competitive pressure and buyer caution are pulling in opposite directions, and the Housing Market Trends module above shows why. The median sale price sits at $419,722, a +16.6% move year over year, yet homes are taking a median of 72 days to sell, a +6 days change in market time. That combination means pricing power exists, but properties no longer clear instantly, so mispriced listings sit.
The negotiating picture is mixed. A sale-to-list ratio of 101.61% and 52.6% of homes closing over asking still favor sellers on well-prepared inventory, and 25.0% of listings leave the market within two weeks. At the same time, 18.8% of listings have taken a price cut and months of supply stands at 6.0, both signals that buyers holding out on overpriced homes have room to negotiate. With 152 active listings against 108 pending sales, demand is real but not indiscriminate.
For a buyer, the read is to compete firmly on fresh, correctly priced listings but to press hard on anything that has lingered past the 72 day median or already shows a price drop. For a seller, accurate pricing at listing matters more than it did a year ago, since the market rewards move-in-ready homes and penalizes ambitious asks with extended time and reductions. Choosing among the 362 licensed agents working Hackensack, and understanding who consistently prices and negotiates well, is the difference between capturing the 52.6% above-list outcome and joining the 18.8% that cut.
What Hackensack Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Hackensack 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 | $419,722 |
| Down payment (20%) | $83,944 |
| Loan amount | $335,778 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,002 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $419,722 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Hackensack MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Hackensack Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation results, and consistency across a full career. EffectiveAgents analyzed 305 transactions across Hackensack to rank performance objectively. The top-ranked agent, Karen Kleinmam of Keller Williams Town Life, has closed 134 transactions with $53.3M in all-time sales volume, a track record that matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio holds at 101.61% and 52.6% of homes still sell above asking. Negotiation skill is measurable here: with 18.8% of listings cutting price and median time on market at 72 days, the agent who prices correctly and negotiates firmly protects real dollars. Experienced agents working the 07601 and 07602 zip codes understand how demand varies block by block and how to position a home to sell within the 25.0% share that moves in two weeks. When reviewing agents, look at review patterns over time rather than a single testimonial; Kleinmam's 23 reviews reflect repeated results, which is a more reliable signal than volume alone.
How We Rank Hackensack 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 Hackensack 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.
362
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
Hackensack Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Hackensack, NJ?
The top-ranked agent in Hackensack, NJ, based on EffectiveAgents analysis is Karen Kleinmam of Keller Williams Town Life, with 134 transactions and $53.3M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and client review patterns rather than advertising presence. Of the 362 licensed agents in the area, 88 meet the ranking criteria. The right agent depends on your property type and goals, so comparing several ranked professionals is the recommended approach.
How were these Hackensack 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 Hackensack?
Our data covers 362 real estate agents serving the Hackensack area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Hackensack market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Hackensack mean for sellers?
Hackensack's median sale price is $419,722 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 Hackensack?
Homes in Hackensack currently take a median of 72 days to sell, reflecting a +6 days change in market time compared with last year. Actual timelines vary widely based on pricing accuracy, condition, and location within zip codes 07601 and 07602. Correctly priced, move-in-ready homes tend to sell faster, with 25.0% of listings leaving the market within two weeks, while overpriced homes often linger and join the 18.8% of listings that reduce price. Preparation, staging, and an accurate initial list price are the strongest levers for shortening your 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 Hackensack 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 Hackensack 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 Hackensack 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 Hackensack realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Hackensack 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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