Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Madison, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.3%
in Madison, NJ
$120.1M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.5M
Price Range
Top Agent
(257)
Sara Parker Henderson
Lois Schneider Realtor
50 Years of experience
107+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.61%
in Madison, NJ
$2.52B
All-Time Sales
$900K - $6.5M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(374)
Gordon Crawford
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
44 Years of experience
93+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.22%
in Madison, NJ
$932.1M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $3.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.2%
in Madison, NJ
$92.4M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.35%
in Madison, NJ
$208.6M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $2.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.65%
in Madison, NJ
$156.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.81%
in Madison, NJ
$168.6M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(22)
Carolann Clynes
Special Properties Christie's
56 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.96%
in Madison, NJ
$109.5M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $3.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.11%
in Madison, NJ
$117.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.11%
in Madison, NJ
$109M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.41%
in Madison, NJ
$87.4M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top Agent(31)
Ryan Palianto
Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty
12 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.41%
in Madison, NJ
$103.4M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $2.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.57%
in Madison, NJ
$99.8M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$126.5M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.4M
Price Range
190
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$71.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.3M
Price Range
164
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$85.5M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.6M
Price Range
222
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(70)
Celeste Araujo
RE/MAX FIRST CHOICE REALTORS II
19 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
$71.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $950K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$57.6M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$90.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.3M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$73.3M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.6M
Price Range
152
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$60.7M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $2.6M
Price Range
110
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Madison Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$1,030,484
-1.86% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
20
-5 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
107.58%
+1.39% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
69.0%
+1.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
48.9%
+1.8% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
13.7%
+3.1% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.3
Realtors in Madison
657
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Madison?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Madison 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
23 days
Typical time on market
106.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Madison, 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 Madison Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Madison operating with just 1.3 months of supply against 37 active listings, a balance that keeps negotiating leverage tilted toward sellers. When 69.0% of homes close above their asking price and 48.9% of listings leave the market within two weeks, buyers are competing on speed and terms rather than waiting for concessions. The sale-to-list ratio of 107.58% confirms that measured pattern: properties are frequently settling over list, not under it.
Still, the data is not uniformly one-sided. With 13.7% of listings recording a price cut and a median time on market of 20 days (a -5 days change in market time), a segment of inventory is sitting long enough to invite renegotiation. For a buyer, that means concentrating aggressive offers on freshly listed, well-priced homes while approaching stale listings with more discipline. For a seller, the takeaway is precision: pricing at or near where comparable $474.1-per-square-foot sales are landing captures the early two-week surge, while an ambitious list number risks joining the price-drop group.
Median sale price sits at $1,030,484 and moved -1.9% year over year, so pricing decisions carry real dollar weight. With 30 homes sold in the latest month and 90 pending, demand remains active across zip code 07940. Madison has 657 licensed agents, and the difference between a market-rate outcome and a strong one often comes down to which agent reads these signals correctly.
What Madison Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Madison 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 | $1,030,484 |
| Down payment (20%) | $206,097 |
| Loan amount | $824,387 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $6,561 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of August 27, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,030,484 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of August 27, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Madison MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Madison Realtor
Name recognition and a large advertising budget are not the same as a track record, so it helps to look at verified transaction history before signing with anyone. Across Madison, EffectiveAgents analyzed 257 transactions to rank 38 agents out of 657 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Donna Mattina at Coldwell Banker, has closed 183 transactions and $120.1M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in a market where 69.0% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 107.58%: an agent who negotiates these outcomes daily knows when to push for over-asking terms and when a 13.7% price-drop dynamic gives a buyer room. In a compact market centered on zip code 07940, experience with pricing homes against a $474.1-per-square-foot benchmark directly affects the final number. Review patterns are worth weighing alongside transaction counts. With 90 reviews on record, the signal to look for is consistency over time rather than a single glowing testimonial, since repeated positive outcomes across many closings indicate a repeatable process.
How We Rank Madison 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 Madison 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
Madison Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Madison, NJ?
Based on verified transaction data, Donna Mattina at Coldwell Banker ranks as the top real estate agent in Madison, NJ, with 183 closed transactions, 90 reviews, and $120.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top performers by analyzing 257 transactions and measuring outcomes such as sale-to-list ratio and days on market rather than advertising presence. The right fit depends on your property and goals, so we recommend comparing several of the 38 ranked agents against your specific needs before deciding.
How were these Madison 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 Madison?
Our data covers 657 real estate agents serving the Madison area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Madison market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Madison mean for sellers?
Madison's median sale price is $1,030,484 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 Madison?
In Madison, the median time to sell is currently 20 days, reflecting a -5 days change in market time year over year. With 48.9% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented properties often move quickly, while listings that draw a price drop (currently 13.7% of them) can sit longer. Timeline depends on pricing accuracy relative to the $474.1-per-square-foot benchmark, condition, and how the home is marketed at launch when buyer attention peaks.
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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Madison 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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