Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Syracuse, NY

    Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.

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    Bob McTague profile picture
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    (22)

    Bob McTague

    Howard Hanna

    20 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $297.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $900K

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Ryan Yamini profile picture
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    (86)

    Ryan Yamini

    Hunt Real Estate | ERA

    11 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.44%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $89.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $830K

    Price Range

    6%

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    William Carroll profile picture
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    (18)

    William Carroll

    eXp Realty

    24 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.87%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $145.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1000K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Samantha Dougherty profile picture
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    Samantha Dougherty

    NextHome CNY Realty

    14 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.05%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $120.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $930K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Evelyn Emerson profile picture
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    (21)

    Evelyn Emerson

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

    33 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.13%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $94.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $780K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Gaetano Belmonte profile picture
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    Gaetano Belmonte

    Hunt Real Estate ERA

    23 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.66%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $129.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Molly Robinson profile picture
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    (32)

    Molly Robinson

    ERA

    16 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.66%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $54.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $880K

    Price Range

    6%

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    Robert Zaccaria profile picture
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    (17)

    Robert Zaccaria

    Finger Lakes | Sotheby’s International Realty

    8 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.92%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $49.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $900K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Ryan Pickard profile picture
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    (28)

    Ryan Pickard

    Kirnan Real Estate

    11 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.01%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $42.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $720K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jeremy Allen profile picture
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    Jeremy Allen

    Acropolis Realty Group

    7 Years of experience

    50+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.09%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $31.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    James Burnham profile picture
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    James Burnham

    Coldwell Banker

    16 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.35%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $130.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Lynn Lenkiewicz profile picture
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    Lynn Lenkiewicz

    Coldwell Banker Prime Properties

    8 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.05%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $113.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $610K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Greg Wakeman profile picture
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    (23)

    Greg Wakeman

    Hunt Real Estate | ERA

    4 Years of experience

    67+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.4%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $38.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    Autumn Starr profile picture
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    Autumn Starr

    Hunt Real Estate | ERA

    42 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.66%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $118M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $8.3M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Nicole Bronner profile picture
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    Nicole Bronner

    CNY Believe & Achieve Team - Scripa Group LLC

    13 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.75%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $94.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $950K

    Price Range

    9%

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    Chantel Hammond profile picture
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    (20)

    Chantel Hammond

    MyTown Realty

    8 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.01%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $26.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $780K

    Price Range

    8%

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    (28)

    Nicki Donlin

    Howard Hanna

    24 Years of experience

    50+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.27%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $109.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Douglas Freeman

    Procopio Real Estate

    10 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.71%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $10.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $500K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Cheryl Given profile picture
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    (22)

    Cheryl Given

    Hunt Real Estate | ERA

    16 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.8%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $38.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $420K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Karen Reynolds

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

    25 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.23%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $86.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $950K

    Price Range

    6%

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    Kenneth Armstrong

    Keller Williams

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.45%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $32.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $500K

    Price Range

    Lynette A Wilson profile picture
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    Lynette A Wilson

    L Wilson Realty

    30 Years of experience

    45+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.71%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $96.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Jill Benson profile picture
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    Jill Benson

    Hunt Real Estate | ERA

    12 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.81%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $6.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $250K

    Price Range

    Lisa Brown - NY profile picture
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    Lisa Brown - NY

    Checkered Flag Realty LLC

    11 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.6%

    in Syracuse, NY

    $7.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $60K - $260K

    Price Range

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    Jennie Chapin

    Chapin Real Estate

    37 Years of experience

    90+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $177.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $580K

    Price Range

    10%

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    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Syracuse?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Syracuse sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around July.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    46Jan40Feb33Mar36Apr27May27Jun21Jul16Aug20Sep30Oct25Nov34Dec

    August

    Best month to sell

    16 days

    Typical time on market

    104.9%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Syracuse, 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 Syracuse

    Median home values across Syracuse, NY neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Lakefront

    +43% over 5 years

    $250K

    Downtown

    +26% over 5 years

    $228K

    Sedgwick

    +42% over 5 years

    $222K

    Skytop-South Campus

    +37% over 5 years

    $200K

    Meadowbrook

    +35% over 5 years

    $199K

    Wescott

    +31% over 5 years

    $178K

    Outer Comstock

    +56% over 5 years

    $142K

    Eastwood

    +53% over 5 years

    $140K

    Near Eastside

    +44% over 5 years

    $133K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    How We Rank Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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

    Syracuse Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Syracuse 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 Syracuse?

    Our data covers 1,147 real estate agents serving the Syracuse area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Syracuse market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Syracuse's median sale price is $199,500 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Syracuse 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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