Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lackawanna, NY
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.68%
in Lackawanna, NY
$969.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2.5M
Price Range
15%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(296)
Jay Coles
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
35 Years of experience
58+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.05%
in Lackawanna, NY
$392.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $8.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$146.1M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$112.7M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$276.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $11.6M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.16%
in Lackawanna, NY
$106.6M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $1.9M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$171.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.7M
Price Range
5
Sold in Lackawanna, NY
Top Agent$179.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.2M
Price Range
22%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$40.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1000K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$63M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $900K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(11)
Rick Recckio
Recckio Real Estate & Development, Inc.
36 Years of experience
5+ Sales in the last 12 months
$31.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
3
Sold in Lackawanna, NY
Top Agent$100M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
2
Sold in Lackawanna, NY
Top AgentTop 10.96%
in Lackawanna, NY
$372.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.2M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$45.6M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $640K
Price Range
1
Sold in Lackawanna, NY
Top Agent(77)
Jessica Laurendi
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
12 Years of experience
44+ Sales in the last 12 months
$25.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $850K
Price Range
113
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$13.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $990K
Price Range
63
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$8.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
40
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Lackawanna Housing Market Trends
Homes in Lackawanna take a median 20 days to sell, go for 105.55% of asking, prices are up 13.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$227,891
median sale price
How fast they sell
20 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Lackawanna.
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Lackawanna agents analyzed for these rankings
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lackawanna?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lackawanna 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
12 days
Typical time on market
107.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lackawanna, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Lackawanna Buyers and Sellers
Lackawanna's housing market currently favors sellers, and the competitive indicators above explain why. The median sale price sits at $227,891, a +13.1% move over the past year, while the sale-to-list ratio holds at 105.55%. When homes close above their asking price and 70.4% of them sell over list, buyers need to recognize that opening with a lowball offer rarely works. With 4.4 months of supply and only 39 active listings against 40 pending sales, demand is absorbing available homes faster than new inventory replaces them.
That said, the picture is not uniformly tight. Roughly 23.7% of listings recorded a price drop, and the median days on market reflects a +10 days change in market time, so some sellers are still mispricing initially and recalibrating. For a buyer, this means the leverage lives in homes that have lingered past the 20-day median, where a measured offer can succeed. For a seller, the data argues for pricing accurately from day one rather than testing a high number, since 32.2% of homes leave the market within two weeks when priced correctly.
With 9 homes sold in the most recent month and 55 new listings arriving, timing and pricing discipline matter on both sides. Lackawanna has 143 licensed agents working these conditions, but experience with this specific mix of fast-moving and stale inventory varies widely, which is where choosing the right representation becomes measurable rather than cosmetic.
What Lackawanna Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lackawanna 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 | $227,891 |
| Down payment (20%) | $45,578 |
| Loan amount | $182,313 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,745 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.32% mortgage rate (as of October 22, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $227,891 median home price with 20% down at 7.32% (as of October 22, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Lackawanna MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Lackawanna Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: negotiation outcomes, pricing accuracy, and local transaction volume. In a market where 70.4% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio runs at 105.55%, the gap between a skilled negotiator and an average one shows up directly in your closing price. EffectiveAgents analyzed 101 transactions across Lackawanna to rank 29 agents out of 143 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Jason Sokody at Howard Hanna, has recorded 4,777 career transactions and $933.7M in all-time sales volume, a track record that reflects repeated experience structuring offers in competitive conditions. When evaluating agents, review patterns matter as much as totals: look for consistency across many transactions rather than a handful of standout closings. Sokody's 1,713 reviews offer a large enough sample to judge whether strong outcomes are the norm rather than the exception, which is the kind of verified signal buyers and sellers should weigh before signing a representation agreement.
How We Rank Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna 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.
143
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: September 2026
Lackawanna Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Lackawanna, NY?
The top-ranked agent in Lackawanna, NY is Jason Sokody at Howard Hanna, based on EffectiveAgents' analysis of verified transaction history, sales volume, and client reviews. Sokody has completed 4,777 career transactions with $933.7M in all-time volume. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents measures 101 local transactions and ranks 29 of the area's 143 licensed agents on outcomes like negotiation results and closing performance. The right match depends on your property type and goals, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna?
Our data covers 143 real estate agents serving the Lackawanna area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lackawanna market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Lackawanna mean for sellers?
Lackawanna's median sale price is $227,891 as of September 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 Lackawanna?
Homes in Lackawanna currently take a median of 20 days to sell, though year over year the market reflects a +10 days change in typical selling time. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and season. Accurately priced homes tend to move quickly, with 32.2% leaving the market within two weeks, while overpriced listings often require a reduction, which happened to 23.7% of listings. Adding staging time and closing, plan for several weeks beyond the active marketing window.
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 Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Lackawanna 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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