Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Surfside Beach, SC

    Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.

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    Greg Harrelson profile picture
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    Greg Harrelson

    Century 21 The Harrelson Group

    32 Years of experience

    1,292+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.13%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $2.67B

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $18M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Brendon Payne profile picture
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    Brendon Payne

    Century 21 Expert Advisors - The Harrelson Group

    19 Years of experience

    273+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.25%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $810.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $3.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Mitch Gainforth

    Gainforth Real Estate

    20 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.51%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $112.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $980K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Juliann DeForrest profile picture
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    Juliann DeForrest

    Innovate real estate

    21 Years of experience

    80+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.89%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $273M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Abe Safa

    Century 21 The Harrelson Group

    11 Years of experience

    153+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.01%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $234.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Joel Barber profile picture
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    Joel Barber

    1st Class Real Estate

    21 Years of experience

    106+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.27%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $280.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Paige Bird

    RE/MAX Southern Shores

    22 Years of experience

    97+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.52%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $289.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Kent Covington profile picture
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    Kent Covington

    Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

    15 Years of experience

    47+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.65%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $8.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $840K

    Price Range

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    Ryan Korros

    RE/MAX Southern Shores

    23 Years of experience

    294+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.77%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $440.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Alisha Brown

    eXp Realty

    9 Years of experience

    105+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.03%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $185.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2M

    Price Range

    Meghan Sansouci profile picture
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    Meghan Sansouci

    Coldwell Banker Seacoast

    11 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.28%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $44.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $760K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Joanne Gillet

    Edge Of The Beach Realty

    21 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.78%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $148.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Frank Causey

    Homestarr Realty - PA | Realty One Group Dockside - SC

    10 Years of experience

    37+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.91%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $55.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    John Lindstrand

    Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

    19 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.04%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $121M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Patrick Zarcone

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    11 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.42%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $164M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $7.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Adrianna Derrick profile picture
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    Adrianna Derrick

    eXp Realty

    10 Years of experience

    93+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.8%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $218.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Karen Knight profile picture
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    Karen Knight

    Shoreline Realty

    33 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.8%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $156.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Sitell Patel

    Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

    17 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.05%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $38.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1M

    Price Range

    2%

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    Robert Plank

    eXp Realty, LLC

    6 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.05%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $20.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $940K

    Price Range

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    Cherie Hardy

    SC Real Estate Network

    20 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.43%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $38.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $890K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Filomena Thompson

    RE/MAX

    19 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.81%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $70.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $730K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jennifer Lewis

    Above The Beach Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.44%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $47M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $750K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Bill Knoll profile picture
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    Bill Knoll

    Brand Name Real Estate

    13 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.44%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $28.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $920K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Anthony Wise

    aWise Realtors LLC

    46 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.57%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $61.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $850K

    Price Range

    Jennifer Donohue profile picture
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    Jennifer Donohue

    Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

    5 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.7%

    in Surfside Beach, SC

    $4.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $660K

    Price Range

    Do Top Surfside Beach Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Surfside Beach sell in a median of 60 days, compared with the Surfside Beach market median of 87 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents60 days
    Surfside Beach market87 days

    About 27 days faster (31% quicker than the Surfside Beach market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Surfside Beach?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Surfside Beach 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)

    110Jan102Feb94Mar86Apr87May77Jun67Jul102Aug135Sep133Oct90Nov65Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    67 days

    Typical time on market

    97%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Surfside Beach, 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.

    How We Rank Surfside Beach 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 Surfside Beach 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: May 2026

    Surfside Beach Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Surfside Beach 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 Surfside Beach?

    Our data covers 790 real estate agents serving the Surfside Beach area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Surfside Beach market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Surfside Beach mean for sellers?

    Surfside Beach's median sale price is $551,750 as of May 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.

    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 Surfside Beach 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 Surfside Beach 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 Surfside Beach 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 Surfside Beach realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Surfside Beach 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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