Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Niskayuna, NY
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Top Agent
Top 0.82%
in Niskayuna, NY
$793.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.63%
in Niskayuna, NY
$490.2M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(69)
Melissa Matey
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc.
29 Years of experience
67+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.72%
in Niskayuna, NY
$191M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(418)
Christine Marchesiello
Keller Williams Capital District | The Marchesiello Team
20 Years of experience
286+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.09%
in Niskayuna, NY
$739.2M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$283.3M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$126.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $2.7M
Price Range
24
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Top AgentTop 6.54%
in Niskayuna, NY
$273.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$38.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $800K
Price Range
10
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Top Agent$41.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $480K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.17%
in Niskayuna, NY
$211.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.72%
in Niskayuna, NY
$94.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $850K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.26%
in Niskayuna, NY
$370.1M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.2M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(52)
Amy Morgan
Keller Williams Realty Capital District
16 Years of experience
47+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.26%
in Niskayuna, NY
$164.9M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(58)
Robert Taylor
Keller Williams Capital District
14 Years of experience
50+ Sales in the last 12 months
$196.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.35%
in Niskayuna, NY
$65.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $580K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$462.1M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.17%
in Niskayuna, NY
$131.5M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$242.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
David Skoney
Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
9 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
$84.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(7)
Kayla Bartczak
Elliott Property Services, LLC
19 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$37.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.26%
in Niskayuna, NY
$256.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.9M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$20.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $880K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.08%
in Niskayuna, NY
$155.7M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.08%
in Niskayuna, NY
$153.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$22.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $710K
Price Range
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Niskayuna Housing Market Trends
Homes in Niskayuna take a median 7 days to sell, go for 102.1% of asking, prices are up 5.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$464,692
median sale price
How fast they sell
7 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Niskayuna.
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Niskayuna?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Niskayuna sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
6 days
Typical time on market
102.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Niskayuna, 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 Niskayuna Buyers and Sellers
Niskayuna operates as a decisively seller-favored market, and the Housing Market Trends module above quantifies why. With months of supply at 1.2 and only 31 active listings against 27 homes sold and 90 pending sales in a typical month, demand is consistently outpacing what sellers bring to market. The median sale price sits at $464,692, moving +5.6% year over year, while the median home leaves the market in just 7 days. That velocity is the clearest signal of where leverage sits.
The competitive indicators reinforce it. With 59.0% of homes selling above list price, 71.1% going off the market within two weeks, and an average sale-to-list ratio of 102.10%, buyers should expect to compete. A first offer at or slightly below asking is unlikely to win here; serious buyers need pre-approval, limited contingencies, and a willingness to meet or exceed list. That said, the 15.8% of listings recording price drops shows that overpriced or poorly presented homes still stall, so pricing discipline is not automatic.
For sellers, the data supports pricing at market rather than reaching, since accurate pricing is what triggers multiple offers and above-list results at $222.22 per square foot. For buyers, the takeaway is preparation and speed. With 317 licensed agents active in the area, outcomes vary widely depending on who structures your offer or listing, which is why matching with a proven local agent matters more in a fast market than in a slow one.
What Niskayuna Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Niskayuna 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 | $464,692 |
| Down payment (20%) | $92,938 |
| Loan amount | $371,754 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,294 |
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 $464,692 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 Niskayuna MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Niskayuna Realtor
Name recognition and yard-sign frequency are poor proxies for performance. The more useful measures are verified transaction volume, review depth, and how an agent negotiates in the exact conditions you are facing. In a market where 59.0% of homes clear above list and the median deal closes in 7 days, execution separates outcomes. Among the 317 licensed agents in Niskayuna, EffectiveAgents has ranked 43 based on measured results. The top-ranked agent, Dawn McCurdy of McCurdy Real Estate, has closed 3,694 transactions with $764.8M in all-time sales volume. That transaction depth translates directly into negotiation experience: an agent who has priced hundreds of homes knows when to hold firm at 102.10% and when a listing risks joining the 15.8% of homes that reduce price. Review patterns matter too. With 335 reviews on record for the top agent, look for consistency across many transactions rather than a handful of glowing entries, since a large, steady review history is a stronger signal of repeatable results.
How We Rank Niskayuna 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 Niskayuna 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.
317
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
Niskayuna Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Niskayuna, NY?
The highest-ranked agent in Niskayuna, NY by verified performance is Dawn McCurdy of McCurdy Real Estate, with 3,694 closed transactions, 335 reviews, and $764.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or reputation. We analyze objective outcomes across 286 transactions and measured data to identify 43 ranked agents from the 317 licensed locally. The right fit depends on your price point and timeline, so we recommend comparing several matched agents before deciding.
How were these Niskayuna 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 Niskayuna?
Our data covers 317 real estate agents serving the Niskayuna area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Niskayuna market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Niskayuna mean for sellers?
Niskayuna's median sale price is $464,692 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 Niskayuna?
In Niskayuna, the median home sells in about 7 days, one of the faster paces in the region. With 71.1% of homes going off the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented properties move quickly. Timeline still depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location, since the 15.8% of listings that cut price typically sit longer. Add roughly 30 to 45 days after accepting an offer to close, accounting for financing, inspection, and appraisal. Pricing at market from day one is the single biggest factor in selling near the 7-day 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 Niskayuna 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 Niskayuna 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 Niskayuna 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 Niskayuna realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Niskayuna 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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