Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Altoona, PA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.28%
in Altoona, PA
$389.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $6.8M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.57%
in Altoona, PA
$115.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.13%
in Altoona, PA
$84.1M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $800K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.42%
in Altoona, PA
$43.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $770K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.55%
in Altoona, PA
$52.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $9.7M
Price Range
Top Agent
(11)
Matthew DePaolis
Perry Wellington Realty, LLC
9 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.12%
in Altoona, PA
$18.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $880K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$19.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $600K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$48.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $590K
Price Range
7
Sold in Altoona, PA
Top AgentTop 10.48%
in Altoona, PA
$76.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(37)
Adam Murphy
ReMax Realty Centre - The Fox Team
10 Years of experience
49+ Sales in the last 12 months
$87.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Altoona Housing Market Trends
Homes in Altoona take a median 31 days to sell, go for 95.74% of asking, prices are up 9.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$140,433
median sale price
How fast they sell
31 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Altoona.
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Altoona agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Altoona
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Altoona?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Altoona 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
21 days
Typical time on market
96.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Altoona, PA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Altoona
Median home values across Altoona, PA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Llyswen
+31% over 5 years
$154K
Highland Park
+37% over 5 years
$142K
Garden Heights
+13% over 5 years
$141K
Penn State Altoona
+11% over 5 years
$136K
Eldorado
+31% over 5 years
$135K
Wehnwood
+11% over 5 years
$133K
Pleasant Valley
+40% over 5 years
$127K
Calvert Hills
+40% over 5 years
$105K
Juniata
+32% over 5 years
$86K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Altoona Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a market where negotiating leverage sits in a mixed but increasingly balanced position. With a median sale price of $140,433 and prices moving +9.8% year over year, Altoona continues to support seller values, yet the underlying competitive indicators point toward more room for buyers than a year ago. Only 18.9% of homes sold above list price, while 42.1% of active listings carried at least one price reduction. That combination, paired with 3.2 months of supply, signals a market that has softened from its most competitive stretch.
For buyers, the data suggests measured leverage. When 42.1% of listings have already cut price and the median sale-to-list ratio holds at 95.74%, offers near or slightly below asking are reasonable on properties that have lingered. Speed still matters on well-priced homes, since 26.4% left the market within two weeks. For sellers, the message is disciplined pricing. Median time on market now runs 31 days, reflecting a +17 days change in market time, so listings priced above comparable sales risk the same reductions affecting 42.1% of inventory.
With 150 new listings and 151 pending sales in a typical month against 119 active homes, turnover remains steady. Navigating this environment rewards local pricing knowledge, and Altoona is served by 353 licensed agents. Understanding which of them consistently price and negotiate accurately is where independent performance data becomes valuable for both sides of a transaction.
What Altoona Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Altoona 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 | $140,433 |
| Down payment (20%) | $28,087 |
| Loan amount | $112,346 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,171 |
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 $140,433 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 Altoona MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Altoona Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign often overlooks the measures that actually affect outcomes: pricing accuracy, negotiation results, and consistency across many closings. Independent performance data tells a more complete story than advertising does. On EffectiveAgents, 22 agents in Altoona have been ranked against verified transaction records drawn from 488 analyzed sales. The top ranked agent, Adam Conrad at Perry Wellington Realty, has recorded 2,272 transactions, 266 client reviews, and $342.0M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters most in negotiation, where a market holding a 95.74% sale-to-list ratio rewards agents who know when to hold firm and when 42.1% of competing listings signal an opening. This experience spans neighborhoods with distinct pricing dynamics, from Juniata and Fairview to Highland Park, where accurate comparable analysis separates a well-timed sale from a listing that sits. When reviewing agents, look beyond a single five-star rating and study the pattern across many reviews, since consistency over hundreds of closings is a stronger signal than any one transaction.
How We Rank Altoona 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 Altoona 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.
353
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
Altoona Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Altoona, PA?
The top ranked agent in Altoona, PA on EffectiveAgents is Adam Conrad at Perry Wellington Realty, with 2,272 recorded transactions, 266 client reviews, and $342.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, review patterns, and measured performance rather than advertising spend. Of the 353 licensed agents in Altoona, 22 have earned a ranking against this data. The right choice depends on your neighborhood, price range, and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Altoona 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 Altoona?
Our data covers 353 real estate agents serving the Altoona area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Altoona market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Altoona mean for sellers?
Altoona's median sale price is $140,433 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 Altoona?
The median home in Altoona currently takes 31 days to go under contract, reflecting a +17 days change in market time compared with last year. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes can leave the market quickly, with 26.4% of listings going pending within two weeks. Homes priced above comparable sales tend to sit longer and often join the 42.1% of listings that reduce price. Accurate initial pricing, strong presentation, and responsive negotiation are the main factors that shorten the path to a signed 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 Altoona 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 Altoona 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 Altoona 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 Altoona realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Altoona 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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