Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Penns Grove, NJ
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Top Agent
Top 0.4%
in Penns Grove, NJ
$433.2M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$18.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $5.4M
Price Range
15
Sold in Penns Grove, NJ
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Penns Grove, NJ
$261.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.4M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$344.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.2%
in Penns Grove, NJ
$87.1M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $830K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.6%
in Penns Grove, NJ
$454.2M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Christine Hooks
Pino Agency
33 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
$21.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $630K
Price Range
8
Sold in Penns Grove, NJ
Top Agent$13.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $650K
Price Range
8
Sold in Penns Grove, NJ
Top AgentTop 4.8%
in Penns Grove, NJ
$45.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $760K
Price Range
Top Agent$328.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$163.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $770K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(212)
Timothy & Cheryl Dare-Kerr
Real Broker LLC
20 Years of experience
155+ Sales in the last 12 months
$471.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $42M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$103.8M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$459.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(167)
Josh Behr
Keller Williams Realty - Washington Township
19 Years of experience
74+ Sales in the last 12 months
$184.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $830K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$21.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $700K
Price Range
1
Sold in Penns Grove, NJ
Top Agent(91)
John Wuertz
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach Realtors
24 Years of experience
97+ Sales in the last 12 months
$507.2M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$194.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $32.9M
Price Range
3
Sold in Penns Grove, NJ
Top Agent$116.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $860K
Price Range
1
Sold in Penns Grove, NJ
Top Agent(46)
Karen Salcedo
Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Realtors
24 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
$106.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.8%
in Penns Grove, NJ
$73.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $870K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$327M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$24.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $460K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$73.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
325
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$39.8M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.4M
Price Range
106
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Penns grove Housing Market Trends
Homes in Penns grove take a median 60 days to sell, go for 102.42% of asking, prices are up 24.0% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
8.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$246,837
median sale price
How fast they sell
60 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
8.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Penns Grove.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Penns Grove agents whose results fit it.
Penns Grove agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 33 days, the Penns Grove market in 60
median sale price in Penns Grove
Do Top Penns Grove Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Penns Grove sell in a median of 33 days, compared with the Penns Grove market median of 60 days on market.
About 27 days faster (45% quicker than the Penns Grove market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Penns Grove agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Penns Grove market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Penns Grove?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Penns Grove 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
52 days
Typical time on market
100.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Penns Grove, 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 Penns Grove Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a market with mixed signals worth reading carefully. The median sale price sits at $246,837, having moved +24.0% year over year, while the sale-to-list ratio of 102.42% indicates that closed prices are running slightly above asking. At the same time, 8.4 months of supply and a median of 60 days on market point toward conditions that give buyers more room to evaluate and negotiate than a fast-moving market would allow.
For buyers, the combination is instructive. With 45.5% of homes selling above list and 39.6% going off the market within two weeks, correctly priced and well-presented homes still draw competition. Yet 40.9% of listings recorded a price cut, which means overpriced properties are sitting. The practical approach is to offer aggressively on fresh, sharply priced listings and negotiate harder on anything that has lingered past the 60 day median.
For sellers, the elevated inventory and a +17 days change in market time argue against speculative pricing. Homes priced to the current comps are still capturing above-list outcomes; those priced ahead of the market join the 40.9% that eventually cut. Monthly activity remains steady, with 4 homes sold, 25 new listings, and 15 pending sales in 08069. With 250 licensed agents active locally, the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and a guess is measurable, which is where working with a verified, top-performing agent matters most.
What Penns Grove Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Penns Grove 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 | $246,837 |
| Down payment (20%) | $49,367 |
| Loan amount | $197,470 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,879 |
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 $246,837 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 Penns Grove MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Penns Grove Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: verified transaction history, negotiation results, and how consistently a professional performs across market cycles. EffectiveAgents ranks 47 agents in the Penns Grove area out of 250 licensed locally, using measured performance data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Scott Kompa at EXP Realty, has closed 2,060 transactions with $432.5M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 45.5% of homes sell above list yet 40.9% require a price correction; the gap between those two outcomes is often the negotiating skill applied at the offer and inspection stages. Across 08069 and the surrounding communities, an agent who understands local comps can position a listing to capture the above-list results the data shows are still achievable. Scott Kompa also holds 240 client reviews, and review patterns (consistency over time, how issues are handled, and repeat mentions of communication) tend to be more predictive of a good experience than a single high rating.
How We Rank Penns Grove 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 Penns Grove 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.
250
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
Penns Grove Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Penns Grove, NJ?
The top-ranked agent in Penns Grove, NJ on EffectiveAgents is Scott Kompa at EXP Realty, with 2,060 career transactions, 240 client reviews, and $432.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents through a methodology that analyzes verified transaction history, sale outcomes, and client feedback rather than advertising. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, 47 meet the ranking criteria. The right match still depends on your property type and goals, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended before deciding.
How were these Penns Grove 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 Penns Grove?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Penns Grove area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Penns Grove market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Penns Grove mean for sellers?
Penns Grove's median sale price is $246,837 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 Penns Grove?
Homes in Penns Grove currently take a median of 60 days to sell, though that reflects time to reach contract, not the full closing timeline. Year over year, market time has shown a +17 days change, so properties are moving on a different schedule than they were a year ago. Actual timelines vary widely: correctly priced homes contribute to the 39.6% that go under contract within two weeks, while overpriced listings can join the 40.9% that require a reduction. Pricing accuracy, condition, and presentation are the primary factors that determine where your home lands.
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 Penns Grove 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 Penns Grove 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 Penns Grove 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 Penns Grove realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Penns Grove 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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