Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Columbia, NY

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    Michael Castellano

    Gilcrest Properties

    19 Years of experience

    93+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $368.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Ted Banta

    RVW Select Properties

    22 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $137M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Shana Edwards

    KW Platform

    12 Years of experience

    58+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $209.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Joseph Cardinale

    Howard Hanna

    9 Years of experience

    120+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $367.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $3.2M

    Price Range

    11%

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    Vicki Wolpert

    Keller Williams Hudson Valley North

    23 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $204.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Lenny Brown

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    21 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $60.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $910K

    Price Range

    20%

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    Ron Knowles

    Century 21 Alliance Realty Group

    11 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $76.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Annabel Taylor

    Select Sotheby's International Realty

    10 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $261.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $740K - $3.9M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Daniel Staley

    Staley Real Estate LLC

    30 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $95.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Lisa Wohlmuth

    Houlihan Lawrence

    14 Years of experience

    33+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $95M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Jennifer Capala

    William Pitt Sothebys

    18 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $111.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $450K - $5.6M

    Price Range

    197

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Joel Craig

    Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty

    10 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $39.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Lisa Bouchard

    the Kinderhook Group

    9 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $69.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $3M

    Price Range

    170

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Jayne Hutchings

    Grand Lux Realty, Inc.

    13 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $4.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $430K

    Price Range

    23

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    How We Rank Columbia 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 Columbia 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: April 2025

    Columbia Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Columbia 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 Columbia?

    Our data covers 79 real estate agents serving the Columbia area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Columbia market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Columbia mean for sellers?

    Columbia's median sale price is $133,000 as of April 2025. 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Columbia 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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