Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Charlottesville, VA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.26%
in Charlottesville, VA
$323.4M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $4.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.56%
in Charlottesville, VA
$330.6M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $3.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(15)
Gerri Russell
Howard Hanna Roy Wheeler Realty Company
35 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.6%
in Charlottesville, VA
$222.7M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.39%
in Charlottesville, VA
$108.1M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.91%
in Charlottesville, VA
$97.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $980K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Robert Dawson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Dawson Ford Garbee
44 Years of experience
68+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.68%
in Charlottesville, VA
$421.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $6.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.2%
in Charlottesville, VA
$9.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $750K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 11.46%
in Charlottesville, VA
$56.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$69.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top 0.78%
in Charlottesville, VA
286
Sold in Charlottesville, VA
2
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.82%
in Charlottesville, VA
192
Sold in Charlottesville, VA
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.08%
in Charlottesville, VA
177
Sold in Charlottesville, VA
4
Sold in last 18 months
Charlottesville Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$514,900
+11.93% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
19
+6 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.49%
+0.88% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
34.0%
+7.6% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
46.3%
-2.1% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
38.7%
-2.4% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.1
Realtors in Charlottesville
384
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Charlottesville?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Charlottesville sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
11 days
Typical time on market
99.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Charlottesville, VA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Charlottesville
Median home values across Charlottesville, VA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Downtown
+45% over 5 years
$540K
Charlottesville High
+52% over 5 years
$531K
Greenbrier
+54% over 5 years
$484K
Johnson Village
+51% over 5 years
$440K
Little High
+50% over 5 years
$412K
Fry Springs
+53% over 5 years
$382K
The Meadows
+51% over 5 years
$371K
Woolen Mills
+57% over 5 years
$344K
Jefferson Park
+52% over 5 years
$337K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
How We Rank Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville 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
Charlottesville Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville?
Our data covers 384 real estate agents serving the Charlottesville area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Charlottesville market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Charlottesville mean for sellers?
Charlottesville's median sale price is $514,900 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 Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Charlottesville 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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