Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Hilton Head Island, SC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.37%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$829.6M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $51.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.73%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$188.1M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $5.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.1%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$1.21B
All-Time Sales
$370K - $47.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(64)
Lisa Sisko
Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
21 Years of experience
152+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.39%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$454.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $13.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(119)
Thomas Kersey
Coldwell Banker Access Realty- Global Luxury
22 Years of experience
54+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.75%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$399.2M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $44.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.3%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$221.2M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $3.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.67%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$81.5M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $5.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.22%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$52.1M
All-Time Sales
$520K - $3.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.77%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$757M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.05%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$372.5M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.24%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$59.2M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $4.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.42%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$92.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(130)
Marianne Scallate
The HomesFinder Realty Group
19 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.61%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$225.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $3.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(73)
Jennifer Boecker
Coastal Real Estate Solutions
20 Years of experience
53+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.16%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$157.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $16.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(87)
Tanya Sjodin
Keller Williams Realty of the Lowcountry
12 Years of experience
65+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.16%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$87.9M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.52%
in Hilton Head Island, SC
$129.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Hilton head island Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$752,623
-4.73% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
43
-5 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
96.47%
-0.04% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
5.0%
-0.9% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
26.7%
+4.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
33.6%
-0.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
4.5
Realtors in Hilton head island
545
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Hilton Head Island Agents Sell Faster?
The 16 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Hilton Head Island sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Hilton Head Island market median of 43 days on market.
About 8 days faster (19% quicker than the Hilton Head Island market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Hilton Head Island agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Hilton Head Island market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Hilton Head Island?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Hilton Head Island sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
51 days
Typical time on market
96.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Hilton Head Island, 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Hilton Head Island
Median home values across Hilton Head Island, SC neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Wexford
+16% over 5 years
$880K
Long Cove
+25% over 5 years
$852K
Windmill Harbour
+22% over 5 years
$813K
Palmetto Dunes
+29% over 5 years
$744K
Sea Pines
+38% over 5 years
$652K
Hilton Head Plantation
+36% over 5 years
$597K
Spanish Wells
+38% over 5 years
$516K
Palmetto Hall
+46% over 5 years
$507K
Indigo Run
+35% over 5 years
$449K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Hilton Head Island Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames Hilton Head Island as a market where negotiating leverage has shifted toward buyers, even as median values stay high at $752,623 ($443.49 per square foot). Several indicators point the same direction. Only 5.0% of homes sold above asking, 33.6% of active listings have taken a price cut, and months of supply sits at 4.5, a level that gives buyers room to negotiate rather than compete. At the same time, 26.7% of homes still left the market within two weeks, so correctly priced properties in desirable locations continue to move quickly.
For a buyer, this combination suggests patience pays. With a median of 43 days on market and a sale-to-list ratio of 96.47%, offers below asking are often reasonable on listings that have lingered or already dropped in price. Prioritize homes with visible time on market, and use inspection and closing terms as additional leverage. For a seller, the message is precision. With 684 active listings and 545 new ones arriving monthly, overpricing invites a price drop and extended time on market. Pricing to the current comps from the outset is what captures the buyers who act fast.
Prices moved -4.7% year over year, and market time reflects a -5 days change, so conditions differ meaningfully from a year ago. Across 545 licensed agents on the island, distinguishing genuine local performance from marketing reach is where the right representation earns its value.
What Hilton Head Island Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Hilton Head Island 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 | $752,623 |
| Down payment (20%) | $150,525 |
| Loan amount | $602,098 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,869 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.67% mortgage rate (as of August 13, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $752,623 median home price with 20% down at 6.67% (as of August 13, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Hilton Head Island MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Hilton Head Island Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: verified transaction history and how consistently a negotiator closes near list price. In a market where the sale-to-list ratio measures 96.47% and 33.6% of listings have cut price, that skill has real dollar consequences. Among the 35 EffectiveAgents ranked professionals on Hilton Head Island, our top analyzed agent is Beth Drake at Keller Williams, with 1,240 career transactions, 204 client reviews, and $829.6M in all-time sales volume. Experience of that depth spans the range of island property types, from Sea Pines and Palmetto Dunes on the beach side to Hilton Head Plantation and Indigo Run inland, each with distinct pricing dynamics and buyer pools. What separates a strong agent here is knowing how a Forest Beach listing should be positioned differently than an Indigo Run one. When reviewing candidates, read for patterns rather than isolated praise: repeated mentions of pricing accuracy, responsiveness, and steady communication through closing are more predictive than any single five-star note.
How We Rank Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island 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
Hilton Head Island Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Hilton Head Island, SC?
The top-ranked agent in Hilton Head Island, SC, based on verified performance data is Beth Drake at Keller Williams, with 1,240 completed transactions, 204 reviews, and $829.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents by analyzing measured outcomes, closed transaction history, sale-to-list performance, and client review patterns, rather than advertising spend or name recognition. Of the 545 licensed agents active on the island, 35 meet our ranking criteria. The right choice depends on your neighborhood and property type, so we recommend comparing several matched agents before deciding.
How were these Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island?
Our data covers 545 real estate agents serving the Hilton Head Island area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Hilton Head Island market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Hilton Head Island mean for sellers?
Hilton Head Island's median sale price is $752,623 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 Hilton Head Island?
Homes in Hilton Head Island currently take a median of 43 days to sell, and market time reflects a -5 days change compared with last year, so listings are moving on a different timeline than sellers may expect. Several factors influence the outcome: pricing accuracy against current comps, location (beachfront and plantation communities draw different buyer pools), condition, and season. With 4.5 months of supply and 33.6% of listings taking price cuts, homes priced correctly from day one tend to sell well ahead of the median, while overpriced ones stall.
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 Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Hilton Head Island 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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