Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Painesville, OH
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(64)
Lisa Sisko
Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
21 Years of experience
152+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.69%
in Painesville, OH
$475.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $13.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.04%
in Painesville, OH
$83M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $12.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(131)
Jennifer Allen
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland Northeast
23 Years of experience
75+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.43%
in Painesville, OH
$227.4M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(135)
Shannon Gerome
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland NorthEast - GCNE
23 Years of experience
61+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.13%
in Painesville, OH
$220.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.8M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.47%
in Painesville, OH
$382.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $2.3M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(54)
Phillip Harford
McDowell Homes Real Estate Services
13 Years of experience
62+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.82%
in Painesville, OH
$187.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $15.8M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.56%
in Painesville, OH
$103.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $970K
Price Range
Top Agent(24)
Nicole Peterson
McDowell Homes Real Estate Services
10 Years of experience
67+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.9%
in Painesville, OH
$112.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $900K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.94%
in Painesville, OH
$102.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $3.9M
Price Range
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Paul Koerwitz
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland NE
14 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.29%
in Painesville, OH
$57.3M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1M
Price Range
Top Agent$304.2M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.6M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$53.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $750K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Bianca Bicaci
Liberty Realty Sells For 1% and more
23 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$88.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1000K
Price Range
24
Sold in Painesville, OH
Top AgentTop 16.32%
in Painesville, OH
$160.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $900K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$103.3M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.3M
Price Range
18%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$226.2M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $5.9M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$108.5M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $2.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 19.44%
in Painesville, OH
$357.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$272.5M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(90)
Judy Makaryk Rosen
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Professional Realty
30 Years of experience
54+ Sales in the last 12 months
$260.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$77.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $750K
Price Range
4
Sold in Painesville, OH
Top Agent(98)
Holly Ritchie
Keller Williams Chervenic Realty
25 Years of experience
393+ Sales in the last 12 months
$855.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $2.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$304.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$117.7M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.2M
Price Range
22%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$96.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $930K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Painesville Housing Market Trends
Homes in Painesville take a median 25 days to sell, go for 100.71% of asking, prices are up 13.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.9 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$229,891
median sale price
How fast they sell
25 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.9 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Painesville.
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Painesville agents analyzed for these rankings
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Painesville?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Painesville sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
24 days
Typical time on market
101.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Painesville, 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 Painesville Buyers and Sellers
Painesville presents a market where negotiating leverage tilts toward sellers, though the picture is more nuanced than a single figure suggests. The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $229,891, moving +13.8% year over year, while homes trade at a sale-to-list ratio of 100.71%. With only 1.9 months of supply and 31 active listings against 55 pending sales, demand is absorbing available homes quickly. That scarcity is why 61.2% of listings leave the market within two weeks and 36.0% of sales close above asking price.
For a buyer, this combination means competitive offers are often necessary on well-priced homes, particularly in zip code 44077 where inventory turns fastest. Waiting for a price reduction is a viable strategy only on the 21.9% of listings that carry a price drop, which typically signals initial overpricing rather than a softening market. Structuring an offer near or above list, with clean terms, is frequently what wins.
For a seller, the median of 25 days on market rewards accurate pricing over aspirational pricing. Homes priced correctly capture the above-list activity, while those chasing the top of the range risk joining the price-drop group and sitting longer. The $155.41 median price per square foot offers a useful anchor for setting expectations. With 288 licensed agents operating locally, the difference between an agent who prices to the data and one who does not is measurable in both final price and time to close.
What Painesville Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Painesville 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 | $229,891 |
| Down payment (20%) | $45,978 |
| Loan amount | $183,913 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,741 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.18% mortgage rate (as of November 5, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $229,891 median home price with 20% down at 7.18% (as of November 5, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Painesville MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Painesville Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation results, and consistent client feedback. On EffectiveAgents, 67 agents in Painesville have been ranked using verified performance data drawn from 179 analyzed transactions. The top-ranked agent, Lisa Sisko of Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan, has closed 1714 transactions with $457.0M in all-time sales volume, backed by 64 reviews. In a market where 36.0% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio sits at 100.71%, an agent's ability to structure and defend an offer directly affects final price. That skill matters throughout Painesville and across zip code 44077, where fast-moving inventory rewards preparation. Review patterns are as telling as raw counts: a steady cadence of feedback over years signals reliability more than a short burst of ratings. When comparing agents, weigh how consistently past clients describe communication and results, not just the headline transaction total.
How We Rank Painesville 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 Painesville 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.
288
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
Painesville Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Painesville, OH?
The top-ranked agent in Painesville, OH on EffectiveAgents is Lisa Sisko of Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan, with 1714 career transactions and $457.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified performance data rather than advertising, analyzing 179 local transactions and reviewing results across 67 ranked professionals. Rather than naming a single agent for every situation, the methodology matches you to agents whose measured track record fits your price point, timeline, and neighborhood, so the right choice depends on your specific goals.
How were these Painesville 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 Painesville?
Our data covers 288 real estate agents serving the Painesville area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Painesville market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Painesville mean for sellers?
Painesville's median sale price is $229,891 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Painesville?
The median home in Painesville sells in about 25 days, though that reflects time on market before an accepted offer and excludes the additional weeks to close. Compared with last year, market time registered a -1 day change. Several factors shift your timeline: accurate pricing against comparables, condition and staging, and season all matter. With 61.2% of listings leaving the market within two weeks, well-prepared homes priced to current data tend to sell faster, while overpriced listings often land among the 21.9% that require a reduction.
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 Painesville 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 Painesville 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 Painesville 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 Painesville realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Painesville 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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