Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Utica, NY

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    Louis DeMichele Jr profile picture
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    Louis DeMichele Jr

    eXp Realty

    9 Years of experience

    65+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.41%

    in Utica, NY

    $58.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $870K

    Price Range

    9%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Azza Giorgi

    Howard Hanna

    24 Years of experience

    46+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.82%

    in Utica, NY

    $98.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $910K

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    David Paciello

    LPT Realty, Inc

    12 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.24%

    in Utica, NY

    $38.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $830K

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Mikhail Polkhovskiy

    Home Pro Realty

    11 Years of experience

    51+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.06%

    in Utica, NY

    $17.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $530K

    Price Range

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    Jason Sokody

    Howard Hanna

    19 Years of experience

    708+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $931.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    15%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Delbert Ball

    Keller Williams Mohawk Valley Real Estate

    13 Years of experience

    93+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.95%

    in Utica, NY

    $79.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $780K

    Price Range

    11%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Robert Kerr

    Miner Realty & Property Management

    8 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $44.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $830K

    Price Range

    9%

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    Michelle Kotary

    Hunt Real Estate Rome NY

    14 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $62.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $800K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Nadine Zeller

    Hunt Real Estate ERA

    21 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.8%

    in Utica, NY

    $20.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $460K

    Price Range

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    William Carroll

    eXp Realty

    24 Years of experience

    47+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.63%

    in Utica, NY

    $148.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1000K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Donald Toscano

    Coldwell Banker Arlene M. Sitterly, Inc.

    25 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $42.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $600K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Kenneth Armstrong

    Keller Williams

    21 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $32.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $500K

    Price Range

    3

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    Jennie Chapin

    Chapin Real Estate

    37 Years of experience

    95+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.16%

    in Utica, NY

    $180M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $580K

    Price Range

    10%

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    James Burnham

    Coldwell Banker

    16 Years of experience

    59+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 14.23%

    in Utica, NY

    $133.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Nicki Donlin

    Howard Hanna

    24 Years of experience

    61+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 14.23%

    in Utica, NY

    $116.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Anquan Dyer

    Miner-Realty.com

    1 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $1.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $240K

    Price Range

    9

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Utica 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)

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    August

    Best month to sell

    25 days

    Typical time on market

    99%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Utica, 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 Utica Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Utica market where negotiating leverage sits closer to the center than the headline price growth suggests. The median sale price moved +9.1% year over year to $209,861, and homes are trading at a 97.56% sale-to-list ratio, so sellers are still capturing nearly their full asking price. At the same time, 3.8 months of supply and 132 active listings point to conditions that reward preparation over urgency for both sides. With 47.0% of homes going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still move quickly, but 24.3% of listings recording a price cut signals that overreaching on price gets corrected.

    For buyers, the fact that 32.4% of homes sold above list (a smaller share than a year ago) means fewer bidding wars and more room to negotiate on inspection items, timelines, and price on listings that have sat past the 35 day median. Watching for the 24.3% of homes with reductions can surface motivated sellers. For sellers, the takeaway is disciplined pricing: with 182 new listings and 144 pending sales each month, homes priced to the $134.56 per square foot benchmark tend to draw offers early, while ambitious pricing risks the price-drop cycle.

    Across 485 licensed agents in the area, execution varies widely, which is where matching with a proven local professional changes outcomes. The sections below break down how the top-performing agents translate these conditions into results.

    What Utica Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Utica goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Utica
    $69,600
    Median home price$209,861
    Down payment (20%)$41,972
    Loan amount$167,889
    Monthly payment (PITI)$1,625

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Utica Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 35 days
    Sale-to-List Price 97.56%
    Price Trend (YoY) +9.1%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $1,625
    Principal & Interest
    $1,149
    Property Taxes
    $201
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $209,861 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Utica Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $192,339
    Today $209,861
    +9.1%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 30 days
    Today 35 days
    +5 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 98.4%
    Today 97.56%
    -0.81%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved +9.1%, market time reflects a +5 days change, and the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.81%. For sellers, the combination means values have held up while homes take longer to reach contract, so accurate pricing matters more than it did last year. For buyers, a longer typical timeline of 35 days creates more openings to evaluate options and negotiate rather than rushing an offer.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Utica MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Utica Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar sign alone overlooks the data that actually predicts a smooth transaction: closed volume, transaction count, and consistent client feedback. In a market of 485 licensed agents, only 31 meet the EffectiveAgents ranking threshold, which filters for measurable production rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent in Utica, Louis DeMichele Jr at eXp Realty, has closed 453 transactions and $57.8M in all-time sales volume, a track record that reflects repeated negotiation across price points and property types. That experience matters when 32.4% of homes sell above list and 24.3% record reductions, because an agent who has managed both competitive offers and stalled listings knows when to hold firm and when to adjust. Producers at this level work throughout the city, from the 13501 and 13502 zip codes to the 13503 area, adapting strategy to each submarket. When reviewing candidates, look past star ratings to the pattern behind them: 45 reviews describing consistent communication and outcomes carry more weight than a handful of glowing but vague comments.

    How We Rank Utica 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 Utica 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.

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    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

    Utica Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Utica, NY?

    Based on verified transaction data, Louis DeMichele Jr at eXp Realty ranks as the top real estate agent in Utica, NY, with 453 closed transactions and $57.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using objective performance metrics, including closed volume, transaction count, and client review patterns, drawn from 406 transactions analyzed annually. Only 31 of the area's agents meet the ranking threshold. Rather than a single answer for everyone, the best agent depends on your property type, price range, and timeline, so compare matched candidates on their record in your situation.

    How were these Utica 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 Utica?

    Our data covers 485 real estate agents serving the Utica area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Utica market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Utica's median sale price is $209,861 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 Utica?

    The median home in Utica goes under contract in about 35 days, though the full timeline from listing to closing typically adds several more weeks for financing and inspections. Market time reflects a +5 days change versus last year, so plan for a somewhat longer process than recent norms. Individual results vary with pricing accuracy, condition, and location within the city. Homes priced to the $134.56 per square foot benchmark tend to sell faster, with 47.0% of Utica homes leaving the market within two weeks, while overpriced listings often require the reductions seen in 24.3% of active inventory.

    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 Utica 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 Utica 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 Utica 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 Utica realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Utica 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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