Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Ooltewah, TN
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(40)
Diane Burke
Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC
22 Years of experience
55+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.61%
in Ooltewah, TN
$252.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $25.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$242.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $920K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.44%
in Ooltewah, TN
$250.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(78)
Cindi Richardson
Richardson Group, KW Cleveland
27 Years of experience
147+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.25%
in Ooltewah, TN
$665.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.86%
in Ooltewah, TN
$454.2M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$124.6M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(162)
Sarah Ketterer
Keller Williams Realty Greater Downtown
12 Years of experience
59+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.27%
in Ooltewah, TN
$184.5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(30)
Teresa Young
Re/Max Real Estate Professionals
24 Years of experience
84+ Sales in the last 12 months
$219.3M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.79%
in Ooltewah, TN
$59M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top Agent(89)
Teresa Congioloso
Keller Williams Ridge to River
31 Years of experience
89+ Sales in the last 12 months
$245.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $18.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(6)
Sandra Powell
Better Homes and Gardens - Jackson Realty
24 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$58.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
6
Sold in Ooltewah, TN
Top Agent$48.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $680K
Price Range
14%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Tenesha Irvin
Keller Williams Realty
9 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
$29.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $720K
Price Range
5
Sold in Ooltewah, TN
Top AgentTop 14.84%
in Ooltewah, TN
$64M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $720K
Price Range
14%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.24%
in Ooltewah, TN
$16.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top Agent$15.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
3
Sold in Ooltewah, TN
Top AgentTop 16.46%
in Ooltewah, TN
$20.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $4.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$43.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $770K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 19.51%
in Ooltewah, TN
$18M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.3M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Benjamin Absher
Realty One Group Experts
4 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
$21.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $620K
Price Range
1
Sold in Ooltewah, TN
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Mateo Reynoso
Crye-Leike Realtors
4 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 19.92%
in Ooltewah, TN
$5M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $840K
Price Range
Ooltewah Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$433,283
-7.07% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
49
-28 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.37%
+0.09% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
9.7%
-0.3% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
28.8%
+5.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
34.9%
+2.4% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
4.0
Realtors in Ooltewah
492
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Ooltewah Agents Sell Faster?
The 21 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Ooltewah sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Ooltewah market median of 49 days on market.
About 14 days faster (29% quicker than the Ooltewah market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Ooltewah agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Ooltewah market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Ooltewah?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Ooltewah sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in September. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
September
Best month to sell
61 days
Typical time on market
98.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Ooltewah, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Ooltewah Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above establishes the baseline: a median sale price of $433,283 and a median of 49 days on market in Ooltewah. Reading the competitive indicators together tells a clearer story about where leverage sits. With 9.7% of homes selling above list, 28.8% going under contract within two weeks, and 34.9% of active listings carrying at least one price reduction, demand is selective rather than uniform. The 4.0 months of supply places Ooltewah near the boundary between a balanced and buyer-leaning market.
For buyers, this combination means negotiating room exists on listings that have aged past the 49-day median, particularly among the roughly one in three homes showing a price drop. A sale-to-list ratio of 98.37% indicates most closings land just under asking, so disciplined offers below list are reasonable on properties that did not move quickly. Move-in-ready homes priced to the $201.44 per square foot benchmark still draw competition, so buyers should separate the two tiers before writing.
For sellers, the data argues for precise initial pricing. With 355 active listings against 92 monthly sales and 346 new listings arriving, overpricing invites the price-drop cycle that 34.9% of sellers are already navigating. Homes priced correctly capture the 28.8% of buyers acting fast. Across 492 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a pricing strategy that works and one that stalls is measurable, which is where verified performance data becomes useful.
What Ooltewah Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Ooltewah 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 | $433,283 |
| Down payment (20%) | $86,657 |
| Loan amount | $346,626 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,941 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $433,283 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Ooltewah MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Ooltewah Realtor
Choosing an agent by name recognition alone overlooks what actually predicts a good outcome: verified transaction history and how closely an agent's sales track their list prices. EffectiveAgents ranks 48 agents in Ooltewah out of 492 licensed locally, using measured performance rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Diane Burke at Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC, has closed 828 transactions with $251.7M in all-time sales volume and holds 40 client reviews. That depth matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 98.37% and 34.9% of listings require a price correction, because negotiation experience is what keeps a deal near asking or secures a discount on an aged listing. Buyers and sellers working the 37363 zip code benefit from an agent who understands local pricing at the $201.44 per square foot level and can read which of the 355 active listings are truly competitive. When reviewing candidates, look at review patterns over time, not just totals: consistent, recent feedback across many transactions signals reliability better than a handful of older comments.
How We Rank Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah 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
Ooltewah Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Ooltewah, TN?
The top-ranked agent in Ooltewah, TN on EffectiveAgents is Diane Burke at Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC, with 828 closed transactions, $251.7M in all-time sales volume, and 40 client reviews. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents using verified transaction data and performance metrics rather than advertising, analyzing 914 transactions annually across 492 local agents. The best fit depends on your property type and goals, so compare the 48 ranked agents on measured results before deciding.
How were these Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah?
Our data covers 492 real estate agents serving the Ooltewah area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Ooltewah market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Ooltewah mean for sellers?
Ooltewah's median sale price is $433,283 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 Ooltewah?
Homes in Ooltewah currently take a median of 49 days to sell, though that is only a starting point. Year over year, market time reflects a -28 days change, so today's sellers should plan for a longer timeline than in recent seasons. Actual speed depends on pricing relative to the $201.44 per square foot benchmark, condition, and season. With 34.9% of listings taking a price cut, homes priced accurately from day one tend to sell fastest, while overpriced homes account for much of the extended market time.
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 Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Ooltewah 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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