Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Cortland, OH
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(45)
Melissa Palmer
Real Living Broker Realty Group
19 Years of experience
137+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.8%
in Cortland, OH
$259.5M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $3.5M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.6%
in Cortland, OH
$90M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2%
in Cortland, OH
$48.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $750K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(98)
Holly Ritchie
Keller Williams Chervenic Realty
25 Years of experience
396+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.6%
in Cortland, OH
$855.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $2.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.2%
in Cortland, OH
$98.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $890K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.6%
in Cortland, OH
$102.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$193M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $1.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Nicole Jacques
REMAX Pathway
20 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
$18.5M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $570K
Price Range
7
Sold in Cortland, OH
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Michael Drew
Re/Max Pathway
10 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
$17.4M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $430K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.4%
in Cortland, OH
$65.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $760K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(11)
Samantha Aldish
Keller Williams Chervenic Realty
18 Years of experience
77+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.8%
in Cortland, OH
$76.2M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $890K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.6%
in Cortland, OH
$62.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top Agent$25.3M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.3M
Price Range
3
Sold in Cortland, OH
Top AgentTop 12.4%
in Cortland, OH
$133.1M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $550K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$72.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $740K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.2%
in Cortland, OH
$83M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $12.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$97.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
13%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14%
in Cortland, OH
$377.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$25.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $500K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.8%
in Cortland, OH
$116.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.2M
Price Range
22%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$22.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $580K
Price Range
124
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$10.8M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $350K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$9.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1000K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Cortland Housing Market Trends
Homes in Cortland take a median 40 days to sell, go for 100.63% of asking, prices are down 6.3% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$224,893
median sale price
How fast they sell
40 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Cortland.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Cortland agents whose results fit it.
Cortland agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 35 days, the Cortland market in 40
median sale price in Cortland
Do Top Cortland Agents Sell Faster?
The 23 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Cortland sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Cortland market median of 40 days on market.
About 5 days faster (13% quicker than the Cortland market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Cortland agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Cortland market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Cortland?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Cortland sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
28 days
Typical time on market
99.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Cortland, OH 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 Cortland 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 Cortland 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.
250
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
Cortland Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Cortland 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 Cortland?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Cortland area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Cortland market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Cortland mean for sellers?
Cortland's median sale price is $224,893 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.
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 Cortland 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 Cortland 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 Cortland 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 Cortland realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Cortland 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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