Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Anderson, SC

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    Ala Chappelear profile picture
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    Ala Chappelear

    Keller Williams Western Upstate

    27 Years of experience

    154+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.3%

    in Anderson, SC

    $487.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $35.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Melody Bell profile picture
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    Melody Bell

    Keller Williams Western Upstate

    23 Years of experience

    145+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.9%

    in Anderson, SC

    $239.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Sheila Newton profile picture
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    Sheila Newton

    Howard Hanna Allen Tate

    37 Years of experience

    79+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.5%

    in Anderson, SC

    $149.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $7.4M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Justin Bailey

    Century 21 Blackwell & Co.

    11 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.11%

    in Anderson, SC

    $74.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Ty Carey profile picture
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    Ty Carey

    Our Father's Houses Realty

    21 Years of experience

    52+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $130.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $860K

    Price Range

    11%

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    Missy Rick

    Allen Tate

    24 Years of experience

    92+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.21%

    in Anderson, SC

    $291.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Robert Whitesides

    Agent Group Realty

    25 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.81%

    in Anderson, SC

    $138.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $4.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Leanne Carswell

    Expert Real Estate Team

    19 Years of experience

    155+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.11%

    in Anderson, SC

    $567.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $13.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Phil Farmer

    Real Broker, LLC

    20 Years of experience

    78+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.41%

    in Anderson, SC

    $93.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Tom Miller

    Keller Williams Lake Hartwell

    23 Years of experience

    73+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.01%

    in Anderson, SC

    $333.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Danny Weaver

    Keller Williams Seneca

    13 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.91%

    in Anderson, SC

    $81.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $900K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Teara Barnwell profile picture
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    Teara Barnwell

    Clardy Real Estate

    13 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $157.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Jeremy Russell

    RE/MAX Reach

    19 Years of experience

    283+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.81%

    in Anderson, SC

    $372.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $13.3M

    Price Range

    4%

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    William Ray

    Keller Williams Greenville Central

    12 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $78.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Rick Angell

    Keller Williams Greenville Central

    16 Years of experience

    76+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.01%

    in Anderson, SC

    $151.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $860K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Josephine Olson

    Keller Williams Greenville Central

    22 Years of experience

    102+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.91%

    in Anderson, SC

    $49.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    Frank Julian profile picture
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    Frank Julian

    eXp Realty

    16 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.51%

    in Anderson, SC

    $117.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Anthony Gallo

    Keller Williams Drive - The Gallo Company

    7 Years of experience

    90+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $122.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    17%

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    Kellar Lawrence

    Your Home Sold Guaranteed Real Estate

    36 Years of experience

    115+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 15.32%

    in Anderson, SC

    $349M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Rupesh Patel

    eXp Realty LLC

    17 Years of experience

    96+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 15.32%

    in Anderson, SC

    $508M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $146.9M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Mark Rucker

    Keller Williams Greenville

    22 Years of experience

    62+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 15.62%

    in Anderson, SC

    $213.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2M

    Price Range

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    Kristi Merritt

    eXp Realty

    7 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.52%

    in Anderson, SC

    $42.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.1M

    Price Range

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    Kenneth Pujdak

    1st Class Real Estate - Focal Point

    20 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.82%

    in Anderson, SC

    $39.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Holly Douglas

    Clardy Real Estate, Inc

    12 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 17.72%

    in Anderson, SC

    $78.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Philip Healy

    Realty World of The Upstate

    20 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $74.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    10%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top Anderson Agents Sell Faster?

    The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Anderson sell in a median of 25 days, compared with the Anderson market median of 63 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents25 days
    Anderson market63 days

    About 38 days faster (60% quicker than the Anderson market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Anderson agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Anderson market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Anderson?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Anderson sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    78Jan80Feb67Mar62Apr55May60Jun53Jul52Aug49Sep54Oct66Nov72Dec

    August

    Best month to sell

    52 days

    Typical time on market

    98%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Anderson, SC 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 Anderson Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline: a median sale price of $283,358 and a median of 63 days on market. Read together, the competitive indicators show a market where leverage is more balanced than headline pricing alone suggests. Homes sell at an average 98.48% of list, and only 17.1% of transactions close above asking, meaning most buyers are not being pushed into bidding wars. At the same time, 36.9% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, and months of supply sits at 4.6, both signs that sellers who overprice are absorbing time on the market rather than commanding premiums.

    For a buyer, this combination argues for disciplined offers. With 29.2% of homes going off the market within two weeks, well-priced and move-in-ready properties still move quickly, so speed matters on the right listing, but the high price-drop share means patience is rewarded on homes that have lingered. For a seller, the data points to pricing accurately from day one. With inventory at 242 active listings and 225 new listings arriving monthly, buyers have options, and the 63 median timeline reflects the cost of testing the market with an aggressive number.

    Navigating this environment is where representation matters. Anderson has 333 licensed agents, but performance varies widely across that pool. EffectiveAgents has analyzed 532 local transactions to identify the 87 agents who consistently deliver measured results, giving buyers and sellers a verified shortlist rather than a name-recognition guess.

    What Anderson Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Anderson goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Anderson
    $86,500
    Median home price$283,358
    Down payment (20%)$56,672
    Loan amount$226,686
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,019

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Anderson Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 63 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.48%
    Price Trend (YoY) +5.9%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,019
    Principal & Interest
    $1,472
    Property Taxes
    $272
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $283,358 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Anderson Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $267,496
    Today $283,358
    +5.9%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 57 days
    Today 63 days
    +6 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 97.5%
    Today 98.48%
    +0.99%
    What this shift means: Prices moved +5.9% year over year while the market recorded a +6 days change in market time and a +0.99% shift in the sale-to-list ratio. For sellers, that means equity gains remain intact even as homes take longer to transact, so realistic pricing is essential. For buyers, the longer timeline creates more room to evaluate properties and negotiate without the pressure of a rapidly escalating market.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Anderson MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Anderson Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation record, and consistent client feedback. In Anderson, the depth of an agent's local experience translates directly into how well they price and position a home. Among the 333 licensed agents working the market, EffectiveAgents ranks Ala Chappelear at Keller Williams Western Upstate at the top, with 1,672 career transactions and $487.3M in all-time sales volume. That track record matters in a market where 36.9% of listings see a price cut and the average home closes at 98.48% of list, because protecting a seller's number or negotiating a buyer's discount depends on data-backed judgment. Agents with this level of activity across zip codes like 29621, 29624, and 29625 understand how sub-market conditions vary block by block. A strong review history reinforces the numbers: Chappelear's 176 client reviews show a pattern of repeat performance rather than a single standout close. When comparing candidates, look for that same combination of volume, consistency, and verified feedback.

    How We Rank Anderson 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 Anderson 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.

    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: July 2026

    Anderson Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Anderson, SC?

    The top-ranked agent in Anderson, SC by verified performance is Ala Chappelear at Keller Williams Western Upstate, with 1,672 career transactions, 176 client reviews, and $487.3M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 532 local transactions and measuring outcomes across pricing accuracy, negotiation results, and client feedback rather than advertising spend. Of the 333 licensed agents in the area, only 87 meet the ranking threshold, giving buyers and sellers a verified shortlist to compare.

    How were these Anderson 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 Anderson?

    Our data covers 333 real estate agents serving the Anderson area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Anderson market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Anderson mean for sellers?

    Anderson's median sale price is $283,358 as of July 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 Anderson?

    Homes in Anderson currently take a median of 63 days to sell, and the market has recorded a +6 days change in market time year over year. Your actual timeline depends on pricing, condition, and location. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes move faster, with 29.2% of listings going off the market within two weeks, while overpriced homes contribute to the 36.9% of listings that eventually cut their price. Accurate pricing from day one, informed by an experienced local agent, remains the single biggest factor in a shorter 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 Anderson 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 Anderson 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 Anderson 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 Anderson realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Anderson 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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