Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Somerset, PA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Lynette Walters
Berkshire Hathaway THE PREFERRED REALTY
37 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.2%
in Somerset, PA
$21.4M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $750K
Price Range
Top Agent
(57)
Josh Crowe
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty
12 Years of experience
111+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.6%
in Somerset, PA
$147.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$20.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $670K
Price Range
56
Sold in Somerset, PA
Top Agent$342.7M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $6.8M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$45.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $720K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6%
in Somerset, PA
$33.9M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $380K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$289.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.2M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$360.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $4.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.6%
in Somerset, PA
$20.4M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $390K
Price Range
13%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(254)
Doreen Walters
Realty ONE Group Gold Standard
29 Years of experience
92+ Sales in the last 12 months
$283.8M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.1M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(119)
Sharon Fincham
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - The Dallas-Fincham Team
24 Years of experience
139+ Sales in the last 12 months
$722.4M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $140M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$145.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(118)
Alzira Farinhas
Re/Max Innovation Broker Associate
29 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
$267M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$11.9M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $360K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Somerset Housing Market Trends
Homes in Somerset take a median 61 days to sell, go for 97.36% of asking, prices are up 25.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$184,878
median sale price
How fast they sell
61 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Somerset.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Somerset agents whose results fit it.
Somerset agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 28 days, the Somerset market in 61
median sale price in Somerset
Do Top Somerset Agents Sell Faster?
The 14 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Somerset sell in a median of 28 days, compared with the Somerset market median of 61 days on market.
About 33 days faster (54% quicker than the Somerset market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Somerset agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Somerset market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Somerset?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Somerset sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in November. To hit that window, plan to list around September.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
November
Best month to sell
52 days
Typical time on market
97.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Somerset, 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 Somerset Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above outlines a Somerset market that sends mixed signals worth reading carefully. With 2.0 months of supply and just 13 active listings against 6 monthly sales, the raw supply picture leans toward sellers. Median sale price sits at $184,878 and has moved +25.8% year over year, while the median price per square foot registers $118.75. Yet 31.6% of homes closed above list and 15.2% went off the market within two weeks, meaning most listings are not sparking bidding wars.
Negotiating leverage is more balanced than the low inventory alone suggests. The share of listings with price drops stands at 29.3%, the median home now takes 61 days to sell (a +5 days change in market time), and the sale-to-list ratio measures 97.36%. For a buyer, that combination signals room to negotiate on the roughly seven in ten homes that do not clear quickly, especially those already carrying a reduction. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined, evidence-based pricing from day one, since overpriced listings in zip codes 15501 and 15510 tend to sit and then cut rather than draw competing offers.
Interpreting these countervailing indicators is where local expertise matters. Somerset has 250 licensed agents, but their track records vary widely across price bands and property types. Reading whether a specific submarket favors the buyer or the seller, and pricing or offering accordingly, is the practical difference between a fast close and a stalled listing.
What Somerset Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Somerset 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 | $184,878 |
| Down payment (20%) | $36,976 |
| Loan amount | $147,902 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,464 |
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 $184,878 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 Somerset MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Somerset Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: measured results across real closings. In a market where 29.3% of listings take a price cut and the median sale runs 61 days, the ability to price accurately and negotiate on the homes that do not sell instantly carries real weight. EffectiveAgents ranks 22 of Somerset's 250 licensed agents using verified transaction data. The top-ranked agent, Lynette Walters at Berkshire Hathaway THE PREFERRED REALTY, has recorded 212 transactions and $21.4M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters across Somerset's core zip codes, 15501 and 15510, where property types and price points differ enough that experience with comparable sales directly shapes outcomes. With homes selling above list at 31.6%, knowing which listings warrant a competitive offer and which invite negotiation is a learned skill. When comparing agents, look past a single headline number and read review patterns and closing history together, since transaction volume and client feedback tell complementary parts of the story.
How We Rank Somerset 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 Somerset 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
Somerset Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Somerset, PA?
The top-ranked agent in Somerset, PA based on EffectiveAgents data is Lynette Walters at Berkshire Hathaway THE PREFERRED REALTY, with 212 verified transactions and $21.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing actual closing records rather than advertising, evaluating 22 qualified agents out of 250 licensed locally. The strongest match depends on your price range and property type, so review each agent's transaction history and client feedback against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Somerset 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 Somerset?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Somerset area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Somerset market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Somerset mean for sellers?
Somerset's median sale price is $184,878 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 Somerset?
The median home in Somerset takes about 61 days to sell, a +5 days change from last year. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location within zip codes 15501 and 15510. Homes priced to the current sale-to-list ratio of 97.36% tend to move faster, while overpriced listings often join the 29.3% of homes that take a reduction before closing. Accurate pricing, presentation, and timing remain the biggest factors in how quickly a property sells.
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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Somerset 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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