Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Somerset, NJ
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.19%
in Somerset, NJ
$333.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 0.38%
in Somerset, NJ
$220M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.15%
in Somerset, NJ
$158.9M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.9M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$610.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $4.2M
Price Range
103
Sold in Somerset, NJ
Top AgentTop 2.49%
in Somerset, NJ
$376.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$461.9M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.64%
in Somerset, NJ
$534.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.25B
All-Time Sales
$2.6M - $1.12B
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(192)
Andrea Lacerda
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach Realtors
31 Years of experience
56+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.21%
in Somerset, NJ
$271M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.79%
in Somerset, NJ
$271.2M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(28)
Nina Jordan
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
22 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.98%
in Somerset, NJ
$23.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $980K
Price Range
Top Agent(178)
Claudia Marrone
Keller Williams Towne Square
23 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
$248.3M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
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 5.56%
in Somerset, NJ
$267M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(133)
Deepak Bansal
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty
17 Years of experience
49+ Sales in the last 12 months
$138.8M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(27)
Melissa Jenkins
RE/MAX Preferred Professionals
17 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
$103.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $3.1M
Price Range
15
Sold in Somerset, NJ
Top Agent$917.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $23.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$93.9M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$103.8M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$157.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.85%
in Somerset, NJ
$159M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $1.2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$136.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
Ginger Boyle
Better Homes & Gardens RE M3 Realty
42 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$111.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.81%
in Somerset, NJ
$73.7M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $930K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(376)
Gordon Crawford
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
44 Years of experience
90+ Sales in the last 12 months
$935.6M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $3.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$171.1M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Somerset Housing Market Trends
Homes in Somerset take a median 21 days to sell, go for 101.67% of asking, prices are down 2.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.1 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$508,064
median sale price
How fast they sell
21 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.1 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Somerset.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Somerset agents whose results fit it.
Somerset agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 20 days, the Somerset market in 21
median sale price in Somerset
Do Top Somerset Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Somerset sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the Somerset market median of 21 days on market.
About 1 days faster (5% quicker than the Somerset market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Somerset agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Somerset market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Somerset?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Somerset 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
18 days
Typical time on market
104.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Somerset, 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 Somerset Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Somerset carrying a median sale price of $508,064 and a median of 21 days on market, and the competitive indicators clarify where leverage actually sits. With 58.7% of homes selling above list and an average sale-to-list ratio of 101.67%, sellers still command close-to-asking outcomes, and 24.0% of listings leave the market within two weeks. At the same time, 2.1 months of supply and 20.0% of listings taking price cuts indicate the balance is not one-sided.
For a buyer, that combination means the well-priced, move-in-ready listings in zip codes 08873 and 08875 will move quickly and may still draw competing offers, so leading with a clean offer near list is realistic. The 20.0% price-drop share, however, flags a meaningful pool of homes that were mispriced at launch, and those carry room to negotiate, particularly listings that have sat well past the 21 day median. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing at the outset rather than testing a high number, because the properties commanding above-list results are the ones priced correctly on day one.
With 26 homes sold and 67 pending against 52 active listings in a typical month, absorption is steady but inventory is thin. Prices moved -2.7% year over year, so reading each listing on its own merits matters more than assuming a blanket trend. Somerset has 522 licensed agents, and knowing how to interpret these signals is what separates a strong local pro from the rest.
What Somerset Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Somerset 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 | $508,064 |
| Down payment (20%) | $101,613 |
| Loan amount | $406,451 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,576 |
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 $508,064 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 Somerset MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Somerset Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and consistency across a full market cycle. EffectiveAgents analyzed 238 transactions in Somerset to rank local performance on measured data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Mark Heflin at RE/MAX Preferred Professional, has closed 1,174 transactions with $333.4M in all-time sales volume, a track record that speaks to sustained deal flow across the 08873 and 08875 zip codes. Negotiation skill is measurable here: in a market where 58.7% of homes clear above list and the average sale-to-list ratio sits at 101.67%, an agent who understands when to hold firm and when 20.0% of listings signal genuine flexibility protects real money for both buyers and sellers. When you review agent profiles, look past star counts to the pattern behind them: how reviews describe communication, pricing guidance, and outcomes on homes similar to yours, and whether that feedback holds steady across many closings rather than a handful.
How We Rank Somerset 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 Somerset 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.
522
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
Somerset Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Somerset, NJ?
Based on EffectiveAgents data, Mark Heflin at RE/MAX Preferred Professional ranks as the top agent in Somerset, NJ, with 1,174 career transactions, 24 reviews, and $333.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing verified transaction history and outcomes rather than advertising, drawing on 238 local transactions to identify 114 top-performing agents. The right choice still depends on your price point, timeline, and neighborhood, so compare a few ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Somerset 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 Somerset?
Our data covers 522 real estate agents serving the Somerset area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Somerset market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Somerset mean for sellers?
Somerset's median sale price is $508,064 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 Somerset?
In Somerset, homes sell in a median of 21 days, and 24.0% of listings go off the market within two weeks. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes tend to move fastest, while properties that need work or launch above market value often sit longer, which is reflected in the 20.0% of listings that take price cuts. Your actual timeline depends on pricing strategy, condition, and season. With 2.1 months of supply, accurate pricing at listing is the single biggest factor in selling near or above the 101.67% average sale-to-list ratio.
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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Somerset 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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