Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Santa Fe, TX
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$240K
All-Time Sales
8
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
424
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent8
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
57
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2004
Year Licensed
Top Agent
(52)
Maggie McFarland
Maggie McFarland & The RE/MAX Pearland HomeTeam
32 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
$138.3M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $1.4M
Price Range
6
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
Top Agent$58M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $1.1M
Price Range
5
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
Top Agent$6M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $380K
Price Range
4
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
Top AgentTop 2.32%
in Santa Fe, TX
$68.2M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.9M
Price Range
19%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$107.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$44M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(18)
April Aberle
RE/MAX Crossroads Realty | Homes for Heroes Affiliate
8 Years of experience
41+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.95%
in Santa Fe, TX
$6.6M
All-Time Sales
$20K - $850K
Price Range
Top Agent1
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
91
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2017
Year Licensed
Top Agent$1.1M
All-Time Sales
2
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
127
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$9.2M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $880K
Price Range
1
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
Top AgentTop 3.79%
in Santa Fe, TX
$33M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $6M
Price Range
Top Agent1
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
226
Total Number Of Homes Sold
1999
Year Licensed
Top Agent1
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
79
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2011
Year Licensed
Top AgentTop 4.21%
in Santa Fe, TX
1
Sold in Santa Fe, TX
580
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Lanita Koppe
Coldwell Banker Ultimate
20 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.21%
in Santa Fe, TX
$52.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $900K
Price Range
18%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent107
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2015
Year Licensed
11
Years Experience
Top Agent3
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2016
Year Licensed
10
Years Experience
Santa fe Housing Market Trends
Homes in Santa fe take a median 37 days to sell, go for 97.19% of asking, prices are down 3.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$334,349
median sale price
How fast they sell
37 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Santa Fe.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Santa Fe agents whose results fit it.
Santa Fe agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Santa Fe market in 37
median sale price in Santa Fe
Do Top Santa Fe Agents Sell Faster?
The 19 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Santa Fe sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Santa Fe market median of 37 days on market.
About 7 days faster (19% quicker than the Santa Fe market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Santa Fe agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Santa Fe market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Santa Fe?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Santa Fe sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in December. To hit that window, plan to list around October.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
December
Best month to sell
54 days
Typical time on market
97.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Santa Fe, TX 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 Santa Fe Buyers and Sellers
Santa Fe currently shows a market where negotiating leverage is more balanced than headline prices alone suggest, and the Housing Market Trends module above provides the underlying figures. With 3.2 months of supply, inventory sits in territory that neither strongly favors buyers nor sellers, and the competitive indicators reinforce that reading. Only 15.5% of homes sold above list price, while 31.9% of active listings recorded a price cut. Together those two numbers tell buyers that most sellers are willing to negotiate, and that overpricing is common enough to warrant patience before making an offer.
The median sale price of $334,349 moved -3.2% year over year, and homes are taking a median of 37 to sell. That extended market time, combined with the sale-to-list ratio of 97.19%, means buyers who write offers a few points below asking are frequently meeting sellers in a workable range. For sellers, the takeaway is that pricing to the recent comparable sales matters more than ever, since 33.6% of listings leave the market within two weeks while the rest tend to linger and eventually cut price.
With 73 new listings and 56 pending sales in a typical month against 62 active homes, the pipeline is steady rather than frantic. Navigating this kind of market rewards local expertise. Santa Fe has 475 licensed agents, and knowing which ones consistently price and negotiate well is where an objective ranking earns its value.
What Santa Fe Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Santa Fe 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 | $334,349 |
| Down payment (20%) | $66,870 |
| Loan amount | $267,479 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,447 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $334,349 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Santa Fe MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Santa Fe Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign often overlooks the measurable track record that actually predicts results. EffectiveAgents ranks the 475 licensed agents in Santa Fe using verified transaction and outcome data, narrowing the field to 39 agents who consistently perform. The current top-ranked agent, Jamie Taylor at Texas Finest Real Estate Group, has closed 57 transactions with a strong review history. In a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 97.19% and 31.9% of listings eventually cut price, negotiation skill and accurate pricing directly affect what a client keeps at closing. Agents who work zip codes like 77510 and 77517 understand how local pricing patterns differ from broad county averages, which matters when 37 days is the typical time to a signed contract. When reviewing agents, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across many reviews, since consistent feedback on communication and negotiation is a far better indicator than any one comment.
How We Rank Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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.
475
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: August 2026
Santa Fe Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Santa Fe, TX?
The current top-ranked agent in Santa Fe, TX is Jamie Taylor at Texas Finest Real Estate Group, based on EffectiveAgents analysis of 57 closed transactions and consistent client reviews. Rather than relying on advertising, EffectiveAgents evaluates the 475 licensed agents in the area using verified sales data, negotiation outcomes, and review patterns to identify the 39 agents who perform most reliably. The best agent for you depends on your price point and neighborhood, so comparing several ranked professionals is the recommended approach.
How were these Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?
Our data covers 475 real estate agents serving the Santa Fe area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Santa Fe market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Santa Fe mean for sellers?
Santa Fe's median sale price is $334,349 as of August 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 Santa Fe?
Homes in Santa Fe currently take a median of 37 days to sell, and market time registered a -19 days change year over year. Your actual timeline depends on pricing, condition, and location. With 31.9% of listings recording a price cut, homes priced accurately from the start tend to move faster, while 33.6% of listings go under contract within two weeks. Seasonality, mortgage rates, and how the home shows also affect how quickly an offer arrives.
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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Santa Fe 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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