Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lakewood, OH
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.31%
in Lakewood, OH
$1.34B
All-Time Sales
$260K - $5.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.61%
in Lakewood, OH
$327M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $7.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.83%
in Lakewood, OH
$116.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.99%
in Lakewood, OH
$109.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.75%
in Lakewood, OH
$202.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.6M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(90)
Judy Makaryk Rosen
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Professional Realty
30 Years of experience
51+ Sales in the last 12 months
$251.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(50)
Daniel Malloy
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland
25 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.12%
in Lakewood, OH
$486.2M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $25.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.27%
in Lakewood, OH
$68.7M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.57%
in Lakewood, OH
$102.1M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $800K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(44)
Christy Morek
EXP Realty | Next Move Cleveland
21 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.73%
in Lakewood, OH
$120.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.65%
in Lakewood, OH
$138.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.26%
in Lakewood, OH
$154.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $900K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(131)
Jennifer Allen
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland Northeast
23 Years of experience
81+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.41%
in Lakewood, OH
$219.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.4%
in Lakewood, OH
$108.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$209.7M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $5.9M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$85.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $980K
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(35)
Connor Kobilarcsik
Russell Real Estate Services
6 Years of experience
91+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.31%
in Lakewood, OH
$55.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $850K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(135)
Shannon Gerome
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland NorthEast - GCNE
23 Years of experience
60+ Sales in the last 12 months
$215.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.8M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$38.4M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $800K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Nicole Peterson
McDowell Homes Real Estate Services
10 Years of experience
68+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.77%
in Lakewood, OH
$108.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $900K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(22)
Jason Baran
Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
11 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 12.23%
in Lakewood, OH
$18.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $540K
Price Range
Top Agent$21.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $940K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13%
in Lakewood, OH
$15.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $500K
Price Range
Top Agent(64)
Lisa Sisko
Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
21 Years of experience
157+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.15%
in Lakewood, OH
$457M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $13.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.15%
in Lakewood, OH
$50.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Lakewood Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$364,817
+11.22% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
15
-1 day year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
101.70%
+0.74% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
47.0%
-1.1% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
65.5%
-3.7% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
24.0%
-2.7% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.1
Realtors in Lakewood
654
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lakewood?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lakewood sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
13 days
Typical time on market
101.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lakewood, 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 Lakewood Buyers and Sellers
Lakewood is a competitive, fast-moving market, and the Housing Market Trends module above quantifies why. With a median sale price of $364,817 and homes moving in a median of 15 days, the balance of leverage currently favors sellers. The clearest signals are on the demand side: 47.0% of homes sold above asking, 65.5% left the market within two weeks, and inventory sits at just 2.1 months of supply against 149 active listings. A sale-to-list ratio of 101.70% confirms that competitive properties are clearing at or over their asking prices.
For a buyer, this combination means preparation matters more than patience. When over half of homes close above list, an offer near asking on a well-priced property is often not competitive. Buyers should be ready to move quickly, minimize contingencies where prudent, and lean on an agent who can read which listings are genuinely in demand versus those carrying the 24.0% price-drop rate that shows some sellers still misjudge pricing.
For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing rather than aspirational pricing. Because a meaningful share of listings still cut their price, homes that launch at a defensible number tend to capture the two-week momentum window, while overpriced homes stall and erode buyer interest. With 254 new listings and 214 pending sales monthly, absorption is steady but rewards accuracy. Across 654 licensed agents in the area, choosing one who can price and negotiate against these specific dynamics is the difference between a fast, over-list sale and a lingering listing.
What Lakewood Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lakewood 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 | $364,817 |
| Down payment (20%) | $72,963 |
| Loan amount | $291,854 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,557 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.95% mortgage rate (as of September 17, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $364,817 median home price with 20% down at 6.95% (as of September 17, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Lakewood MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Lakewood Realtor
Name recognition and a large advertising budget are not the same as measured performance, and in a market where 47.0% of homes close above asking, the difference shows up in your bottom line. EffectiveAgents ranks agents on verified transaction history and client outcomes rather than visibility, analyzing 649 local transactions to surface who actually delivers. Among the 107 ranked agents serving the 44107 area, top-ranked Gregg Wasilko at Howard Hanna stands out, with 4,152 career transactions, 213 reviews, and $1.3B in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience translates directly into negotiation leverage: an agent who has closed thousands of deals knows how to structure an offer that wins in a 2.1-month supply market, and how to price a listing to capture the two-week demand window. When you compare candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across many reviews, since consistency over dozens of transactions is a far more reliable indicator of how your own sale or purchase will go.
How We Rank Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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: July 2026
Lakewood Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Lakewood, OH?
The top-ranked agent in Lakewood, OH is Gregg Wasilko at Howard Hanna, who has completed 4,152 transactions and holds 213 reviews with $1.3B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing verified transaction records and client review patterns rather than advertising presence, evaluating 654 licensed local agents and ranking 107 of them. The right fit depends on your price point and neighborhood, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents against your specific goals before choosing.
How were these Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Our data covers 654 real estate agents serving the Lakewood area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lakewood market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Lakewood mean for sellers?
Lakewood's median sale price is $364,817 as of July 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 Lakewood?
In Lakewood, the median time to sell is currently 15 days, though that reflects a -1 day change in market time versus a year ago. With 65.5% of homes going off the market within two weeks, accurately priced and well-prepared listings can move quickly. Timeline depends heavily on pricing strategy, condition, and how a home compares to the 149 active listings competing for buyers. Homes that launch above market value often account for the 24.0% price-drop rate and take considerably longer to reach contract.
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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Lakewood 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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