Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Princeton, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.41%
in Princeton, NJ
$323.5M
All-Time Sales
$590K - $4.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.55%
in Princeton, NJ
$247.9M
All-Time Sales
$870K - $3.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$67.6M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(44)
Alana Lutkowski
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International
13 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.66%
in Princeton, NJ
$206.7M
All-Time Sales
$820K - $5.3M
Price Range
14%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.49%
in Princeton, NJ
$174.8M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $2.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Tanya Dorfman
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
20 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.04%
in Princeton, NJ
$98.9M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$109.9M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $5.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.29%
in Princeton, NJ
$28.9M
All-Time Sales
$860K - $2.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.7%
in Princeton, NJ
$151.3M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.7M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Cheryl Washington
Keller Williams Realty Princeton
20 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$159.6M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$115.4M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$333.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $5M
Price Range
11
Sold in Princeton, NJ
Top Agent(83)
David DePaola
David DePaola and Company Real Estate
39 Years of experience
74+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.39%
in Princeton, NJ
$281.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.5M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$528.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.25B
All-Time Sales
$2.6M - $1.12B
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
Ginger Boyle
Better Homes & Gardens RE M3 Realty
42 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
$111.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(34)
Rocco DArmiento
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
22 Years of experience
46+ Sales in the last 12 months
$225.2M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $3.1M
Price Range
7
Sold in Princeton, NJ
Top Agent$448M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(35)
Stefanie Prettyman
Place at The Real Brokerage, Inc.
14 Years of experience
63+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.64%
in Princeton, NJ
$197.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2M
Price Range
Top Agent(46)
Christopher Norton
Keller Williams of Princeton
10 Years of experience
37+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.78%
in Princeton, NJ
$109.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.33%
in Princeton, NJ
$159M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(178)
Claudia Marrone
Keller Williams Towne Square
23 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
$217.6M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.75%
in Princeton, NJ
$67M
All-Time Sales
$530K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$440M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$171.1M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Princeton Housing Market Trends
Homes in Princeton take a median 37 days to sell, go for 103.62% of asking, prices are up 10.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$1,498,009
median sale price
How fast they sell
37 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Princeton.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Princeton agents whose results fit it.
Princeton agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Princeton market in 37
median sale price in Princeton
Do Top Princeton Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Princeton sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Princeton market median of 37 days on market.
About 7 days faster (19% quicker than the Princeton market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Princeton agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Princeton market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Princeton?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Princeton sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
37 days
Typical time on market
103.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Princeton, 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 Princeton Buyers and Sellers
Princeton's market currently reads as balanced with pockets of competition, and the Housing Market Trends module above frames the underlying numbers. The median sale price sits at $1,498,009, moving +10.8% year over year, while homes are averaging 37 days on market, a +1 day change in market time. With 2.5 months of supply and 76 active listings against 31 monthly sales, neither side holds runaway leverage, but the details reward careful reading.
The competitive indicators tell a nuanced story. A sale-to-list ratio of 103.62% and 53.3% of homes closing above asking signal that correctly priced properties still draw firm offers, and 35.3% of listings leaving the market within two weeks confirms demand for turnkey homes. Yet 17.1% of listings have seen a price reduction, evidence that overpriced or dated inventory sits. For a buyer, this split means aggressive bidding is warranted on fresh, well-presented listings, while patience and lower offers make sense on homes lingering past the 37-day mark. For a seller, precise pricing at the outset matters more than ever, since the gap between quick premium sales and stagnant listings is widening.
Understanding which side of that divide a specific home falls on requires local judgment. Princeton has 723 licensed agents, and separating consistent performers from the rest is where an experienced advisor earns their fee. The analysis below is built to help buyers and sellers do exactly that.
What Princeton Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Princeton 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 | $1,498,009 |
| Down payment (20%) | $299,602 |
| Loan amount | $1,198,407 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $9,708 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $1,498,009 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Princeton MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Princeton Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: verified production, negotiation record, and consistency across neighborhoods. In a market where 53.3% of homes close above list yet 17.1% require reductions, the difference between an agent who prices and positions well and one who does not is measurable in dollars. Among the 92 EffectiveAgents-ranked professionals in Princeton, the top-ranked agent is Charlie Wu at Queenston Realty, with 426 career transactions and $311.7M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in areas like Princeton North and across zip codes such as 08540 and 08542, where a sale-to-list ratio of 103.62% means an agent's read on buyer demand directly shapes the outcome. When evaluating candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study review patterns over time. A steady record of 38-plus reviews, like Wu's, signals sustained performance rather than a one-time success, which is the more reliable indicator of how an agent will represent your interests.
How We Rank Princeton 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 Princeton 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.
723
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
Princeton Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Princeton, NJ?
By EffectiveAgents' methodology, which analyzes verified transaction volume, sales history, and client reviews rather than advertising spend, the top-ranked agent in Princeton, NJ is Charlie Wu at Queenston Realty, with 426 completed transactions, 38 reviews, and $311.7M in all-time sales volume. That said, the 'best' agent depends on your specific needs and neighborhood. EffectiveAgents ranks 92 qualified agents in the area, allowing buyers and sellers to compare measured performance and match with the professional best suited to their price point and timeline.
How were these Princeton 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 Princeton?
Our data covers 723 real estate agents serving the Princeton area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Princeton market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Princeton mean for sellers?
Princeton's median sale price is $1,498,009 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 Princeton?
The median home in Princeton takes 37 days to sell, reflecting a +1 day change in market time compared with last year. Actual timelines vary widely: with 35.3% of listings leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced and move-in-ready homes sell quickly, while dated or overpriced properties can sit considerably longer, as the 17.1% price-drop rate shows. Pricing accuracy, condition, seasonality, and marketing quality are the main factors that determine where your home lands on that spectrum.
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 Princeton 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 Princeton 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 Princeton 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 Princeton realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Princeton 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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