Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in California, PA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.8%
in California, PA
$115.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.5M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.8%
in California, PA
$70.1M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $600K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(254)
Doreen Walters
Realty ONE Group Gold Standard
29 Years of experience
94+ Sales in the last 12 months
$284.2M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.1M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$145.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2%
in California, PA
$93.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $710K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(106)
Skyler and Brenda Deems
Berkshire Hathaway
26 Years of experience
132+ Sales in the last 12 months
$247.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2.6M
Price Range
3
Sold in California, PA
Top Agent$32.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $640K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(119)
Sharon Fincham
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - The Dallas-Fincham Team
24 Years of experience
141+ Sales in the last 12 months
$735.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $140M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$111.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.7M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(23)
Jason Dalbey
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - The Preferred Realty
9 Years of experience
90+ Sales in the last 12 months
$63.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
315
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$79.4M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$67M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.8M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $620K
Price Range
7
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$16.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $710K
Price Range
79
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(1)
Marlaina Long
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty
5 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$2.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $330K
Price Range
16
Total Number Of Homes Sold
California Housing Market Trends
Homes in California take a median 53 days to sell, go for 96.16% of asking, prices are up 49.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
19.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$149,901
median sale price
How fast they sell
53 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
19.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for California.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the California agents whose results fit it.
California agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 20 days, the California market in 53
median sale price in California
Do Top California Agents Sell Faster?
The 15 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in California sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the California market median of 53 days on market.
About 33 days faster (62% quicker than the California market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked California agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the California market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in California?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in California sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
52 days
Typical time on market
98.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of California, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for California Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames a small, thinly traded market in California, PA, where only 1 homes closed in the most recent month against 19 active listings and 16 new listings entering. That balance produces roughly 19.2 months of supply, a figure that typically signals ample standing choice for buyers. Yet the competitive indicators pull in different directions and deserve careful reading. The median sale price sits at $149,901, having moved +49.9% year over year, while the median time to contract is 53 days. The sale-to-list ratio of 96.16% tells you sellers are generally giving up some ground off asking, and 23.7% of listings have recorded a price reduction, both facts that hand measured leverage to a prepared buyer.
The counterweight is pace: 98.9% of homes that do find a buyer leave the market within two weeks, meaning correctly priced, move-in-ready properties still clear quickly even as slower-moving inventory lingers. For a buyer, the practical takeaway is to separate fresh, sharply priced listings (where you should act fast and offer near list) from aged inventory (where the price-drop data supports a disciplined offer below ask). For a seller, the lesson is that generous months of supply and frequent reductions reward accurate initial pricing over aspirational numbers, because the market punishes overpricing with extended time rather than a bidding war. With 250 licensed agents operating locally, outcomes vary widely by who structures the deal, which is where verified performance data matters most.
What California Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in California 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 | $149,901 |
| Down payment (20%) | $29,980 |
| Loan amount | $119,921 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,240 |
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 $149,901 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 California MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a California Realtor
Name recognition and a familiar yard sign say little about how an agent will price your home or defend your offer. The more useful signal is verified transaction history and how closely an agent's results track local conditions. Among the 250 licensed agents working California and surrounding zip code 15419, EffectiveAgents has ranked 28 based on measured outcomes. The current top-ranked agent is Michelle Rollins at eXp Realty, with 611 career transactions, $69.8M in all-time sales volume, and 32 client reviews. That depth matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio holds at 96.16% and 23.7% of listings see a reduction: an agent who negotiates well can protect several percentage points of value on a $149,901 home. When comparing agents, look past a single headline sale and study review patterns over time, consistency across many closings, repeat and referral language, and specifics about pricing strategy signal an agent who performs reliably rather than occasionally.
How We Rank California 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 California 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
California Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in California, PA?
Based on verified transaction data, Michelle Rollins at eXp Realty currently ranks as the top agent in California, PA, with 611 closed transactions, $69.8M in all-time sales volume, and 32 client reviews. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents by analyzing measured performance rather than advertising, reviewing 27 local transactions across 250 licensed agents to rank 28. The best agent for you depends on your price point and timeline, so compare several ranked candidates before deciding.
How were these California 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 California?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the California area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our California market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in California mean for sellers?
California's median sale price is $149,901 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 California?
The median home in California takes about 53 days to reach a contract, though that figure reflects a -5 days change in market time versus a year ago. Timeline varies widely by preparation: 98.9% of homes that sell go under contract within two weeks, while overpriced or dated listings linger, which helps explain why 23.7% of listings record a reduction. Accurate pricing, condition, and effective marketing are the main levers that shorten the path to a 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 California 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 California 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 California 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 California realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in California 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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