Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Delaware, OH
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Top Agent
Top 1.59%
in Delaware, OH
$697M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(42)
Steve Smith
Keller Williams Consultants Realty
22 Years of experience
89+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.91%
in Delaware, OH
$225M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(36)
Ryan Conway
Keller Williams Consultants Realty
19 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.87%
in Delaware, OH
$222.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $11.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.18%
in Delaware, OH
$30.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $590K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(80)
Nicole Yoder-Barnhart
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
32 Years of experience
109+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.82%
in Delaware, OH
$508.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Christina C Schneider
Ohio Real Estate Columbus
22 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.14%
in Delaware, OH
$129.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $930K
Price Range
Top Agent(55)
Rachel Alley
Keller Williams Capital Partners - Millennium Group
11 Years of experience
157+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.46%
in Delaware, OH
$448M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.78%
in Delaware, OH
$311.6M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.73%
in Delaware, OH
$492.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$149.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(36)
Margaret Maks
Keller Williams Greater Columbus
19 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$55.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.64%
in Delaware, OH
$391.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.96%
in Delaware, OH
$242.2M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $2.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.28%
in Delaware, OH
$149.3M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $7M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$308.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(73)
Karen Smith
The Brokerage House | Smart Move Group
11 Years of experience
81+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.92%
in Delaware, OH
$142.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(3)
Terra Shoaf
Keller Williams Consultants Realty
18 Years of experience
51+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.19%
in Delaware, OH
$215.2M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$414.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.15%
in Delaware, OH
$54.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top Agent(113)
Racquel Ludaway
Keller Williams Consultants Realty
19 Years of experience
43+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.46%
in Delaware, OH
$250.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.46%
in Delaware, OH
$197.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $780K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(38)
Darcie Barton
Keller Williams Capital Partners
14 Years of experience
86+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 12.1%
in Delaware, OH
$127.6M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(7)
Joe Herban
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Plus Realty
21 Years of experience
39+ Sales in the last 12 months
$129.1M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.01%
in Delaware, OH
$69.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 14.97%
in Delaware, OH
$133.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $880K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Delaware Housing Market Trends
Homes in Delaware take a median 48 days to sell, go for 99.68% of asking, prices are down 2.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.9 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$391,241
median sale price
How fast they sell
48 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.9 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Delaware.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Delaware agents whose results fit it.
Delaware agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 16 days, the Delaware market in 48
median sale price in Delaware
Do Top Delaware Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Delaware sell in a median of 16 days, compared with the Delaware market median of 48 days on market.
About 32 days faster (67% quicker than the Delaware market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Delaware agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Delaware market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Delaware?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Delaware 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
43 days
Typical time on market
100.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Delaware, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Delaware Buyers and Sellers
Delaware's housing market currently shows median sale prices near $391,241 with the median price per square foot measured at $199.04. As the Housing Market Trends module above illustrates, prices moved -2.2% year over year, a modest shift that signals a market finding equilibrium rather than swinging sharply toward buyers or sellers. The competitive indicators tell a more layered story. With 26.5% of homes selling above list price and 49.0% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented listings still draw fast, competitive interest.
At the same time, 32.6% of listings recorded a price reduction and months of supply sits at 2.9, which keeps meaningful room for negotiation on properties that linger. This split market rewards precision. For buyers, the takeaway is to act decisively on fresh, sharply priced listings while negotiating harder on homes that have been active beyond the 48-day median. Watching for price drops signals where leverage exists. For sellers, the average sale-to-list ratio of 99.68% confirms that accurate initial pricing, rather than aspirational pricing followed by cuts, is what protects both timeline and final value.
With 206 pending sales against 195 active listings and 240 new listings entering monthly, demand and supply remain closely balanced. Navigating a market this nuanced is where agent selection matters. Delaware has 314 licensed agents, but performance varies widely, and identifying who consistently prices and negotiates well is the difference between selling at list and leaving value on the table.
What Delaware Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Delaware 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 | $391,241 |
| Down payment (20%) | $78,248 |
| Loan amount | $312,993 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,792 |
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.
Based on $391,241 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.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Delaware MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Delaware Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or advertising volume often overlooks what actually drives results: a documented record of closings, negotiation, and client follow-through. EffectiveAgents analyzed 706 transactions across Delaware to rank agents on measurable performance rather than reputation alone. Debbie Harr at Homes That Click illustrates the pattern, with 2,391 career transactions, 183 client reviews, and $696.0M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters most in a market where 26.5% of homes sell above list yet 32.6% of listings require a price cut. An agent who understands that split can position a home in zip code 43015 to capture competitive interest early rather than drifting past the 48-day median. Negotiation skill is measurable too: with the average sale-to-list ratio at 99.68%, the right representation protects your final number on both sides of the table. Across the 92 ranked agents in the area, review patterns, consistent volume, and repeat-client signals separate durable performers from occasional producers, and those are the details worth weighing before you sign.
How We Rank Delaware 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 Delaware 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.
314
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
Delaware Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Delaware, OH?
The top-ranked agent in Delaware, OH is Debbie Harr at Homes That Click, with 2,391 career transactions, 183 client reviews, and $696.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 706 local transactions and ranking on verified performance data, including closings, sale-to-list results, and client feedback, rather than advertising spend. Of 314 licensed agents locally, 92 meet the ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your property type, timeline, and goals, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents.
How were these Delaware 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 Delaware?
Our data covers 314 real estate agents serving the Delaware area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Delaware market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Delaware mean for sellers?
Delaware's median sale price is $391,241 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 Delaware?
Homes in Delaware currently take a median of 48 days to sell, a figure that has held roughly steady year over year with a +8 days change in market time. Actual timelines vary widely: 49.0% of homes go under contract within two weeks, while others sit longer, often because of pricing, since 32.6% of listings record a reduction. Pricing accuracy, condition, presentation, and seasonality all influence speed. Homes priced correctly from day one, supported by an experienced agent, typically sell faster and closer to the 99.68% average sale-to-list ratio.
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 Delaware 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 Delaware 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 Delaware 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 Delaware realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Delaware 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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