Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Hillsborough, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(27)
Melissa Jenkins
RE/MAX Preferred Professionals
17 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.28%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$103.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $3.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.7%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$181.4M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$610.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $4.2M
Price Range
64
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Top AgentTop 1.97%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$271.2M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.11%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$76.2M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.54%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$220M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.96%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$157.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.1%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$105.4M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent(133)
Deepak Bansal
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty
17 Years of experience
49+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.38%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$139.2M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(178)
Claudia Marrone
Keller Williams Towne Square
23 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.66%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$248.7M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.8%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$333.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $5M
Price Range
Top Agent$104.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.23%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$461.9M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.79%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$66.2M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.35%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$91.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.3M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(76)
Mark Jacobson
CORCORAN SAWYER SMITH Realtors
32 Years of experience
65+ Sales in the last 12 months
$451.8M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $2.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$305.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $4.6M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$158.9M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.9M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(193)
Andrea Lacerda
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach Realtors
31 Years of experience
57+ Sales in the last 12 months
$271.7M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.7M
Price Range
9
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Top Agent$284.2M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$179.1M
All-Time Sales
$430K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$73.7M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $930K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(118)
Alzira Farinhas
Re/Max Innovation Broker Associate
29 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.34%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$267M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(28)
Nina Jordan
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
22 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.48%
in Hillsborough, NJ
$23.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $980K
Price Range
Top Agent$328.3M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $4.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Hillsborough Housing Market Trends
Homes in Hillsborough take a median 31 days to sell, go for 100.89% of asking, prices are up 4.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.8 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$459,781
median sale price
How fast they sell
31 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.8 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Hillsborough.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Hillsborough agents whose results fit it.
Hillsborough agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 16 days, the Hillsborough market in 31
median sale price in Hillsborough
Do Top Hillsborough Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Hillsborough sell in a median of 16 days, compared with the Hillsborough market median of 31 days on market.
About 15 days faster (48% quicker than the Hillsborough market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Hillsborough agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Hillsborough market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Hillsborough?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Hillsborough 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
19 days
Typical time on market
104.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above outlines the core measurements for Hillsborough, and the combination of indicators points to a market where leverage is closely balanced. The median sale price sits at $459,781, moving +4.1% year over year, while homes are recording a median of 31 days on market. With an average sale-to-list ratio of 100.89% and 45.5% of homes closing above their asking price, well-prepared listings still draw competitive interest. At the same time, 30.2% of active listings have taken a price reduction, a signal that overreaching list prices are being corrected by the market.
Months of supply stands at 2.8, which keeps conditions on the tighter side of balanced against 70 active listings and 90 new listings entering monthly. For a buyer deciding how to structure an offer, the 14.0% of homes leaving the market within two weeks means the strongest properties require prompt, clean offers, while the meaningful share of price drops creates room to negotiate on listings that have aged past the median. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one: homes priced to the $325.69 per square foot benchmark tend to transact near or above list, whereas ambitious pricing invites the reductions now visible across a third of inventory.
With 71 pending sales and 26 closings in the latest month, activity remains steady rather than frantic. Navigating this environment rewards local expertise, and Hillsborough is served by 710 licensed agents whose track records vary widely, which is where objective performance data becomes essential.
What Hillsborough Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Hillsborough 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 | $459,781 |
| Down payment (20%) | $91,956 |
| Loan amount | $367,825 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,263 |
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 $459,781 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 Hillsborough MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Hillsborough Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: verified transaction history, negotiation results, and consistent client feedback. Across Hillsborough, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 257 transactions to rank 103 agents against measurable performance standards. The current top-ranked agent, Melissa Jenkins of RE/MAX Preferred Professionals, has closed 378 transactions and $102.2M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 45.5% of homes sell above list yet 30.2% of listings require reductions, because negotiating leverage shifts sharply depending on how a property is priced and positioned. An agent who understands demand across the 08844 zip code can calibrate offers and counteroffers to the 100.89% sale-to-list environment rather than guessing. When reviewing candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study review patterns over time, including how an agent performs on both pricing accuracy and closing timelines relative to the 31 day median. Consistency across many reviews is a stronger indicator than any one endorsement.
How We Rank Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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.
710
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
Hillsborough Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Hillsborough, NJ?
The current top-ranked agent in Hillsborough, NJ is Melissa Jenkins of RE/MAX Preferred Professionals, with 378 closed transactions and $102.2M in all-time sales volume. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents evaluates agents using verified data drawn from 257 analyzed transactions, measuring negotiation results, sale-to-list performance, and client review patterns. That methodology ranks 103 of the area's 710 licensed agents, so buyers and sellers can compare candidates on measured outcomes instead of name recognition before deciding who fits their goals.
How were these Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough?
Our data covers 710 real estate agents serving the Hillsborough area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Hillsborough market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Hillsborough mean for sellers?
Hillsborough's median sale price is $459,781 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 Hillsborough?
Homes in Hillsborough currently sell in a median of 31 days, reflecting a +9 days change in market time versus a year ago. Actual timelines depend heavily on pricing, condition, and location within the 08844 zip code. With 14.0% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, well-prepared and accurately priced listings move quickly, while properties priced above the $325.69 per square foot benchmark often sit longer and join the 30.2% of listings taking reductions. Seasonality and financing conditions also influence how fast a specific home closes.
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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Hillsborough 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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