Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Durham, NY
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$139.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.9M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.8M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $910K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$370.1M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.2M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$192.1M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(11)
Ron Knowles
Century 21 Alliance Realty Group
11 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
$78.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $2.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$98.2M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Annabel Taylor
Select Sotheby's International Realty
10 Years of experience
4+ Sales in the last 12 months
$262.3M
All-Time Sales
$740K - $3.9M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$41.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $480K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$17.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $750K
Price Range
51
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top 2.94%
in Durham, NY
6
Sold in Durham, NY
Durham Housing Market Trends
Homes in Durham take a median 88 days to sell, go for 96.32% of asking, prices are up 5.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
6.9 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$332,280
median sale price
How fast they sell
88 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
6.9 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Durham.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Durham agents whose results fit it.
Durham agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 35 days, the Durham market in 88
median sale price in Durham
Do Top Durham Agents Sell Faster?
The 9 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Durham sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Durham market median of 88 days on market.
About 53 days faster (60% quicker than the Durham market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Durham agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Durham market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Durham?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Durham sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
55 days
Typical time on market
100.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Durham, 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.
How We Rank Durham 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 Durham 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.
52
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
Durham Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Durham 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 Durham?
Our data covers 52 real estate agents serving the Durham area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Durham market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Durham mean for sellers?
Durham's median sale price is $332,280 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.
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 Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Durham 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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