Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Murrells Inlet, SC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.

(1328)
Greg Harrelson
Century 21 The Harrelson Group
32 Years of experience
1,329+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.11%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$2.71B
All-Time Sales
$170K - $18M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

(295)
Brendon Payne
Century 21 Expert Advisors - The Harrelson Group
19 Years of experience
260+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.34%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$818M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $3.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

Top 0.8%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$148.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List

Top 1.02%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$282.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

Top 1.25%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$114.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $980K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List

Top 1.59%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$273.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List

Top 1.82%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$189.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $2M
Price Range

Top 2.05%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$238.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List

(33)
John Lindstrand
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
19 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.16%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$121M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.4M
Price Range

Top 2.39%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$447.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

(99)
Kent Covington
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
15 Years of experience
41+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.5%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$9.7M
All-Time Sales
$20K - $840K
Price Range

Top 2.73%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$293M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List

(13)
Ethel Matthews
The Litchfield Company Real Estate
6 Years of experience
1,057+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.84%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$508.7M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $12.5M
Price Range

(4)
Frank Causey
Homestarr Realty - PA | Realty One Group Dockside - SC
10 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.41%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$56M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range

Top 3.53%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$61.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $850K
Price Range

(107)
Sitell Patel
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
17 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.75%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$38.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List

(1)
Patrick Zarcone
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
11 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.87%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$170.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $7.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

Top 4.21%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$44.2M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $760K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List

Top 4.21%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$117M
All-Time Sales
$540K - $3.3M
Price Range

Top 4.32%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$222.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

Top 4.66%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$66.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $690K
Price Range

Top 5.23%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$159.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List

Top 5.57%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$38.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $890K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List

Top 5.69%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$92.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

Top 6.03%
in Murrells Inlet, SC
$141.5M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Murrells inlet Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$477,261
-1.60% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
87
0 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
97.11%
+0.53% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
7.6%
+3.7% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
26.2%
+0.1% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
37.2%
-3.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
4.4
Realtors in Murrells inlet
879
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Murrells Inlet Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Murrells Inlet sell in a median of 60 days, compared with the Murrells Inlet market median of 87 days on market.
About 27 days faster (31% quicker than the Murrells Inlet market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Murrells Inlet agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Murrells Inlet market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Murrells Inlet?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Murrells Inlet sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around January.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
103 days
Typical time on market
97.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Murrells Inlet, 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 Murrells Inlet Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline: a median sale price of $477,261, a median 87 days on market, and an average sale-to-list ratio of 97.11%. Read together, the competitive indicators point toward a balanced market rather than one that favors either side outright. With 4.4 months of supply and 136 active listings against 31 homes sold monthly, Murrells Inlet (zip 29576) sits near the threshold economists treat as equilibrium, where neither buyers nor sellers hold a structural advantage.
The leverage detail lives in the secondary metrics. Only 7.6% of homes closed above asking and 26.2% left the market within two weeks, while 37.2% of listings recorded a price reduction. That combination tells a buyer that patience is rewarded: a well-supported offer below list is realistic on properties that have aged past the median 87 days, and homes showing a price drop invite negotiation. For a seller, the same figures argue for disciplined initial pricing, since overpricing risks joining the quarter of listings that later cut. Homes priced to the comps still transact near the 97.11% ratio.
Price has moved -1.6% year over year and time on market reflects a 0 days change, so both parties are operating in a slower environment than a year ago. With 879 licensed agents active in the area, the practical challenge is identifying representation that understands these shifting dynamics rather than defaulting to the most visible name, which is where verified performance data becomes useful.
What Murrells Inlet Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Murrells Inlet 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 | $477,261 |
| Down payment (20%) | $95,452 |
| Loan amount | $381,809 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,198 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.71% mortgage rate (as of September 3, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $477,261 median home price with 20% down at 6.71% (as of September 3, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Murrells Inlet MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Murrells Inlet Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: documented transaction history, negotiation results, and consistency across many closings rather than a few headline sales. EffectiveAgents ranks 83 agents in the Murrells Inlet market out of 879 licensed locally, using 311 analyzed transactions as the basis for comparison. Greg Harrelson at Century 21 The Harrelson Group leads that group, with 12,312 career transactions, 1,322 client reviews, and $2.7B in all-time sales volume. In a market closing near a 97.11% sale-to-list ratio where 37.2% of listings eventually reduce price, negotiation discipline measurably affects the final number, whether that means defending a seller's asking price or securing a concession for a buyer on an aging listing. Across zip 29576 and the broader Murrells Inlet waterfront and inland areas, look past a single closed sale and study review patterns over time. A long, consistent record of positive feedback signals repeatable process, which matters far more than any one transaction when the market sits near 4.4 months of supply.
How We Rank Murrells Inlet 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 Murrells Inlet 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
Murrells Inlet Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Based on verified performance data, Greg Harrelson at Century 21 The Harrelson Group ranks as the top agent in Murrells Inlet, SC, with 12,312 career transactions, 1,322 reviews, and $2.7B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 311 local transactions and measuring closing history, negotiation results, and review consistency rather than advertising presence. Of 879 licensed agents in the area, 83 meet the ranking criteria, so comparing several against your specific price point and timeline is the recommended approach.
How were these Murrells Inlet 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 Murrells Inlet?
Our data covers 879 real estate agents serving the Murrells Inlet area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Murrells Inlet market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Murrells Inlet mean for sellers?
Murrells Inlet's median sale price is $477,261 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 Murrells Inlet?
Homes in Murrells Inlet currently take a median of 87 days to sell, reflecting a 0 days change from a year ago as the market has slowed. Actual timelines vary with pricing accuracy, property condition, and location within zip 29576. With 37.2% of listings recording a price reduction, homes priced above comparable sales tend to sit longer, while accurately priced, well-presented properties often close faster. Given 4.4 months of supply, sellers should plan for a measured process and set expectations against current data rather than last year's pace.
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 Murrells Inlet 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 Murrells Inlet 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 Murrells Inlet 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 Murrells Inlet realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Murrells Inlet 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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