Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Paterson, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$994.8M
All-Time Sales
$620K - $610M
Price Range
211
Sold in Paterson, NJ
Top Agent$73.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
131
Sold in Paterson, NJ
Top AgentTop 0.34%
in Paterson, NJ
$138.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.42%
in Paterson, NJ
$153.6M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$609.5M
All-Time Sales
$1.7M - $480.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.01%
in Paterson, NJ
$259M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $3.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.18%
in Paterson, NJ
$67.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $720K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.18%
in Paterson, NJ
$47.5M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$249.6M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$154.1M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $6M
Price Range
19
Sold in Paterson, NJ
Top AgentTop 1.68%
in Paterson, NJ
$60.7M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $2.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.77%
in Paterson, NJ
$255.6M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$111.4M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(624)
Zohar Zamir
Keller Williams Village Square
19 Years of experience
165+ Sales in the last 12 months
$1.16B
All-Time Sales
$490K - $3.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.27%
in Paterson, NJ
$101.9M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $42.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$961.1M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(60)
Daniel Lorch
Keller Williams Park Views Realty
13 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
$125.9M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $2.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$330.7M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.69%
in Paterson, NJ
$69.1M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $940K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$18.8M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $790K
Price Range
7
Sold in Paterson, NJ
Top AgentTop 2.86%
in Paterson, NJ
$53.7M
All-Time Sales
$420K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.94%
in Paterson, NJ
$473.2M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $3.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$307M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $89M
Price Range
6
Sold in Paterson, NJ
Top Agent$299.3M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.11%
in Paterson, NJ
$246.6M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Paterson Housing Market Trends
Homes in Paterson take a median 67 days to sell, go for 102.72% of asking, prices are up 13.0% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.9 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$604,600
median sale price
How fast they sell
67 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.9 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Paterson.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Paterson agents whose results fit it.
Paterson agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Paterson market in 67
median sale price in Paterson
Do Top Paterson Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Paterson sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Paterson market median of 67 days on market.
About 37 days faster (55% quicker than the Paterson market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Paterson agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Paterson market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Paterson?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Paterson sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
60 days
Typical time on market
103.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Paterson, 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Paterson
Median home values across Paterson, NJ neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Eastside Park Historic District
+62% over 5 years
$431K
Stoney Road
+107% over 5 years
$397K
Lakeview
+71% over 5 years
$390K
Hillcrest
+79% over 5 years
$375K
South Paterson
+86% over 5 years
$372K
Bunker Hill
+64% over 5 years
$326K
Downtown
+64% over 5 years
$321K
Manor Section
+45% over 5 years
$310K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Paterson Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Paterson market carrying mixed signals, and the negotiating picture depends on which indicators a buyer or seller weighs most heavily. The median sale price sits at $604,600, moving +13.0% year over year, while homes are trading at an average 102.72% of asking. With 59.5% of homes closing above list price, competition for well-positioned properties remains real, and buyers targeting move-in-ready listings in areas like South Paterson or Eastside should expect to compete rather than negotiate down.
At the same time, 4.9 months of supply and 258 active listings point to more choice than a tight seller's market would allow, and only 15.3% of homes leave the market within two weeks. Median time to sale now measures 67 days, a +1 day change in market time, and 18.6% of listings have taken a price cut. That combination tells buyers where leverage exists: aggressively priced or aging listings invite negotiation, while fresh, correctly priced inventory does not.
For sellers, the takeaway is that pricing discipline matters more than it did a year ago. Homes that hit the market at the right number can still clear above ask given the 59.5% figure, but overpricing risks joining the 18.6% that cut and the growing pool of days-on-market. With 231 new listings and 196 pending sales each month, positioning is everything. Among the 1,189 licensed agents working Paterson, the difference between a strategic list price and a guess is measurable in both final price and time to close.
What Paterson Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Paterson 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 | $604,600 |
| Down payment (20%) | $120,920 |
| Loan amount | $483,680 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,163 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $604,600 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Paterson MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Paterson Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: a documented track record of closed transactions and negotiated outcomes. EffectiveAgents analyzed 576 transactions across Paterson to rank 93 agents out of 1,189 licensed locally. At the top of that analysis is Alberto Mesones at Nicholas Real Estate, with 262 career transactions and $73.6M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in a market where 59.5% of homes close above list and the average sale reaches 102.72% of asking. Negotiating those outcomes across neighborhoods as varied as Downtown, Riverside, and Hillcrest requires an agent who understands how pricing behaves block by block, since a strategy that works in Totowa may not translate to Wrigley Park. When reviewing agents, look at the consistency of their review pattern over time rather than a single testimonial. Alberto Mesones carries 9 reviews alongside that transaction history, and pairing verified deal volume with steady feedback offers a clearer read on reliability than a headline number ever could.
How We Rank Paterson 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 Paterson 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.
1,189
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
Paterson Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Paterson, NJ?
The top-ranked agent in Paterson, NJ is Alberto Mesones at Nicholas Real Estate, with 262 career transactions and $73.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 576 local transactions and measuring closed-deal history, negotiated sale-to-list outcomes, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. Of 1,189 licensed agents in the area, only 93 meet the ranking threshold. The most fitting agent for you depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so comparing a short list of verified performers is the recommended approach.
How were these Paterson 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 Paterson?
Our data covers 1,189 real estate agents serving the Paterson area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Paterson market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Paterson mean for sellers?
Paterson's median sale price is $604,600 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 Paterson?
Homes in Paterson currently take a median of 67 days to sell, reflecting a +1 day change in market time versus a year ago. That figure is a midpoint, not a guarantee: correctly priced, move-in-ready homes in sought-after areas often go under contract faster, while overpriced or dated listings can sit well beyond the median and end up among the 18.6% of listings that cut price. Condition, pricing strategy, location, and season all shape the timeline. With 4.9 months of supply available, pricing accuracy at listing is the single biggest lever on speed.
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 Paterson 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 Paterson 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 Paterson 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 Paterson realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Paterson 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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