Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Athens, TN
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(12)
Paula Scarbrough
Century 21 Robinson Realty Inc.
27 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.8%
in Athens, TN
$113M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top Agent(44)
Joni Powell
Home Town Realty
13 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.2%
in Athens, TN
$70M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.9M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(11)
Tracy Bagley
Silver Key Realty
13 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.6%
in Athens, TN
$54.5M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $890K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(219)
Darren Miller
eXp Realty
12 Years of experience
328+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2%
in Athens, TN
$443.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(3)
Jennifer Cansler
Silver Key Realty
11 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.4%
in Athens, TN
$57.5M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $880K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(78)
Cindi Richardson
Richardson Group, KW Cleveland
27 Years of experience
157+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4%
in Athens, TN
$659.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(18)
Paige Miller
Southern Homes
8 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.4%
in Athens, TN
$14.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $500K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
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Benjamin Absher
Realty One Group Experts
4 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.8%
in Athens, TN
$19.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $620K
Price Range
Athens Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$282,500
-3.24% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
64
+6 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
95.09%
-1.24% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
37.9%
+14.9% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
26.8%
-9.3% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
5.9
Realtors in Athens
250
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Athens Agents Sell Faster?
The 9 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Athens sell in a median of 50 days, compared with the Athens market median of 64 days on market.
About 14 days faster (22% quicker than the Athens market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Athens agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Athens market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Athens?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Athens sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in October. To hit that window, plan to list around August.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
October
Best month to sell
58 days
Typical time on market
97.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Athens, TN 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 Athens 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 Athens 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
Athens Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Athens 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 Athens?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Athens area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Athens market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Athens mean for sellers?
Athens's median sale price is $282,500 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 Athens 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.
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