Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Niles, OH
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(45)
Melissa Palmer
Real Living Broker Realty Group
19 Years of experience
139+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.4%
in Niles, OH
$250.6M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $3.5M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2%
in Niles, OH
$83.7M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(98)
Holly Ritchie
Keller Williams Chervenic Realty
25 Years of experience
390+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.4%
in Niles, OH
$833.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $2.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
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 3.2%
in Niles, OH
$189.5M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $1.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.6%
in Niles, OH
$48.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $750K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.4%
in Niles, OH
$98.3M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $890K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.8%
in Niles, OH
$10.8M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $700K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.8%
in Niles, OH
$102M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10%
in Niles, OH
$24M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $690K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10%
in Niles, OH
$21.1M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $580K
Price Range
Top Agent$28.5M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $630K
Price Range
3
Sold in Niles, OH
Top Agent$65.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $760K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.6%
in Niles, OH
$51.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $770K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.6%
in Niles, OH
$61.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 14.4%
in Niles, OH
$125.4M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $550K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$96.1M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $970K
Price Range
1
Sold in Niles, OH
Top Agent(21)
Mercedes Dunne
Keller Williams Legacy Group Realty
7 Years of experience
38+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 15.2%
in Niles, OH
$7.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $410K
Price Range
Top Agent(19)
Dana Channels
Gallerger Clark and Carney Realty
14 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
$54.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $640K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$7.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
28
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$13.2M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $480K
Price Range
71
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $370K
Price Range
30
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Melanie Bradford
eXp Realty, LLC
1 Years of experience
3+ Sales in the last 12 months
$240K
All-Time Sales
3
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2025
Year Licensed
Niles Housing Market Trends
Homes in Niles take a median 30 days to sell, go for 97.3% of asking, prices are up 13.5% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.8 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$167,389
median sale price
How fast they sell
30 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.8 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Niles.
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Niles?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Niles sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
35 days
Typical time on market
97.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Niles, 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 Niles Buyers and Sellers
Niles presents a market where leverage is split, and the Housing Market Trends module above quantifies exactly where. With median sale prices moving +13.5% year over year to $167,389 and months of supply measured at 2.8, the headline picture reads as a seller-favorable environment. Yet the competitive indicators tell a more nuanced story. Only 31.1% of homes sold above list price, while 37.9% of active listings have taken at least one price reduction. That gap signals that aggressively priced homes sit, while correctly priced ones move quickly.
Speed reinforces the point: 60.1% of listings go off the market within two weeks, and the median home spends 30 days listed. For a buyer, this means the best-priced inventory clears fast, so hesitation on a well-priced home carries real risk, but the high share of price drops creates room to negotiate on listings that have lingered. Watching days on market before offering is the practical tactic. For a seller, the sale-to-list ratio of 97.30% shows that overpricing invites the reductions that 37.9% of sellers have already absorbed. Pricing at or near comparable values captures the two-week velocity rather than chasing the market down.
With 15 homes sold monthly against 68 new listings and 56 pending sales, demand remains steady but not frenzied. In a market this finely balanced between 43 active listings and motivated buyers, agent selection matters. Niles has 250 licensed agents, and distinguishing between them on measured performance rather than visibility is where real value is created.
What Niles Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Niles 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 | $167,389 |
| Down payment (20%) | $33,478 |
| Loan amount | $133,911 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,362 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $167,389 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Niles MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Niles Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the measured track record that actually predicts outcomes. EffectiveAgents analyzed 178 transactions across Niles to rank 41 agents from the broader pool of 250 licensed professionals, weighting closed volume, negotiation results, and client feedback. At the top of that analysis is Melissa Palmer of Real Living Broker Realty Group, with 1,775 career transactions, 45 reviews, and $250.2M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill shows up directly in a market like this one, where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 97.30% and 37.9% of listings eventually cut price. An agent who prices correctly from the start and reads buyer demand across the 44446 zip code helps sellers avoid the reductions that erode net proceeds, and helps buyers identify which lingering listings carry genuine room to negotiate. When reviewing agents, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across many reviews, consistency over time tells you far more than any individual rating.
How We Rank Niles 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 Niles 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: August 2026
Niles Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Niles, OH?
Based on EffectiveAgents' analysis of 178 transactions in Niles, Melissa Palmer of Real Living Broker Realty Group ranks as the top-performing agent, with 1,775 career transactions, 45 client reviews, and $250.2M in all-time sales volume. The EffectiveAgents methodology ranks agents on measured results, including closed transaction history, negotiation outcomes relative to list price, and verified client feedback, rather than advertising or name recognition. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, 41 earned a place in these rankings, giving buyers and sellers a data-driven shortlist to interview.
How were these Niles 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 Niles?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Niles area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Niles market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Niles mean for sellers?
Niles's median sale price is $167,389 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 Niles?
The median home in Niles currently spends 30 days on the market, though that figure reflects a -13 days change in market time compared with a year ago. Actual timelines vary widely by pricing and condition: 60.1% of listings go under contract within two weeks, while homes that start above comparable values often join the 37.9% of listings that require a price reduction before selling. Correct pricing, strong presentation, and timing relative to the 68 new listings that arrive each month are the main factors that shorten or extend your sale.
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 Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Niles 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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