Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Columbia, SC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.38%
in Columbia, SC
$202.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $14M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.47%
in Columbia, SC
$357.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.85%
in Columbia, SC
$195.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $920K
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.03%
in Columbia, SC
$87.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $920K
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.41%
in Columbia, SC
$244.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.6%
in Columbia, SC
$75.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $8.4M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.78%
in Columbia, SC
$67.5M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(109)
Sarah Bennett
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
10 Years of experience
187+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.97%
in Columbia, SC
$226.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.25%
in Columbia, SC
$58.4M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $760K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.35%
in Columbia, SC
$285.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $13.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3%
in Columbia, SC
$91.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.47%
in Columbia, SC
$23.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $600K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.66%
in Columbia, SC
$43.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $860K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.76%
in Columbia, SC
$41.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $690K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.13%
in Columbia, SC
$28.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $410K
Price Range
Top Agent(39)
SrDerra Davis-Wilson
United Real Estate Columbia
19 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.23%
in Columbia, SC
$12M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.32%
in Columbia, SC
$5.5M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $270K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Justin Singletary
JS Premier Real Estate
8 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.79%
in Columbia, SC
$12.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $450K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.16%
in Columbia, SC
$13.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $780K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.82%
in Columbia, SC
$23.9M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $15M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.92%
in Columbia, SC
$52.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $680K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(5)
Shelly Garner
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
27 Years of experience
76+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.29%
in Columbia, SC
$99M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $15.3M
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Beth Shealy
NextHome Specialists
2 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.38%
in Columbia, SC
$4.4M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $840K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.76%
in Columbia, SC
$1.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $640K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.85%
in Columbia, SC
$5.5M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $330K
Price Range
Home Values by Neighborhood in Columbia
Median home values across Columbia, SC neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Gregg Park
+27% over 5 years
$643K
Forest Hills
+32% over 5 years
$496K
Wales Garden
+42% over 5 years
$464K
Hampton's Grant
+26% over 5 years
$457K
Hampton Leas
+37% over 5 years
$380K
Arcadia Lakes
+34% over 5 years
$330K
Sherwood Forest
+51% over 5 years
$323K
Meadowfield
+42% over 5 years
$294K
St. Marks Wood
+39% over 5 years
$282K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
How We Rank Columbia 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 Columbia 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.
Columbia Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Columbia 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 Columbia?
Our data covers 1,065 real estate agents serving the Columbia area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Columbia market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Columbia 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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