Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Albany, NY
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.25%
in Albany, NY
$762.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.51%
in Albany, NY
$268M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.53%
in Albany, NY
$276.8M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.91%
in Albany, NY
$453.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(58)
Robert Taylor
Keller Williams Capital District
14 Years of experience
56+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.29%
in Albany, NY
$194.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(52)
Amy Morgan
Keller Williams Realty Capital District
16 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.93%
in Albany, NY
$160M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
David Skoney
Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
9 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.05%
in Albany, NY
$84.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(69)
Melissa Matey
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc.
29 Years of experience
58+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.18%
in Albany, NY
$186.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.31%
in Albany, NY
$367.2M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.2M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.82%
in Albany, NY
$155M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $810K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.94%
in Albany, NY
$90.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $850K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.83%
in Albany, NY
$208.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.34%
in Albany, NY
$53.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $730K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.23%
in Albany, NY
$23.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $800K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.49%
in Albany, NY
$41.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $480K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.25%
in Albany, NY
$191.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.25%
in Albany, NY
$130.9M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $980K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.76%
in Albany, NY
$30.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 7.89%
in Albany, NY
$7.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $710K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.27%
in Albany, NY
$16M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $580K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.65%
in Albany, NY
$2.2M
All-Time Sales
2
Sold in Albany, NY
Top AgentTop 8.78%
in Albany, NY
$70.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $590K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Albany Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$267,200
-1.04% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
10
-3 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
102.06%
+1.27% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
57.6%
+10.7% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
61.4%
+6.7% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
22.5%
-5.3% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.0
Realtors in Albany
786
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Albany?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Albany sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
10 days
Typical time on market
103.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Albany, NY 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 Albany
Median home values across Albany, NY neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Bishop's Gate
+25% over 5 years
$291K
Lancaster
+30% over 5 years
$268K
Normanskill
+24% over 5 years
$266K
Buckingham Lake - Crestwood
+30% over 5 years
$264K
Melrose
+33% over 5 years
$240K
New Scotland
+34% over 5 years
$239K
Upper Washington Avenue
+34% over 5 years
$233K
Whitehall
+35% over 5 years
$222K
Park South
+37% over 5 years
$199K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
How We Rank Albany 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 Albany 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: May 2026
Albany Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Albany 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 Albany?
Our data covers 786 real estate agents serving the Albany area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Albany market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Albany mean for sellers?
Albany's median sale price is $267,200 as of May 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.
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 Albany 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 Albany 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 Albany 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 Albany realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Albany 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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