Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Norfolk, VA

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    Brian Wurst profile picture
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    Brian Wurst

    A Better Way Realty

    21 Years of experience

    670+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.11%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $988.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Pamela Hunt

    Seaside Realty

    18 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.22%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $165.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $890K

    Price Range

    Erin Ward profile picture
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    Erin Ward

    Keller Williams Norfolk

    10 Years of experience

    187+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.44%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $339.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Megan Anderson

    Keller Williams Town Center LLC

    12 Years of experience

    249+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.54%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $507.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Lety Pena

    Howard Hanna

    14 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.76%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $80.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $920K

    Price Range

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    Robert Rogers

    Real Broker LLC | Distinctly Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    36+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.82%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $102.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Judy Reed

    Davis & Reed Realty

    41 Years of experience

    144+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.92%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $508.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Matt Salway

    Iron Valley Real Estate

    9 Years of experience

    200+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.98%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $169.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Barry Jenkins

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate

    24 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.09%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $152M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Sarah Wood

    Creed Realty

    9 Years of experience

    66+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.14%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $59M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.7M

    Price Range

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    Robert Principe

    Howard Hanna

    21 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.2%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $41.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    Christine Cahoon

    Keller Williams Coastal Virginia Chesapeake

    20 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.36%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $169.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Shannon Paschall

    AtCoastal

    14 Years of experience

    37+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.41%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $124.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Bill Taylor

    James and Lee Realty

    28 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.52%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $106.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Tein Hlwa

    eXp Realty

    7 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.69%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $110.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $890K

    Price Range

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    CHERYL TALBOT

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Realty

    33 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.8%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $172M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $2.6M

    Price Range

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    Lenny Ward

    RE/WARD Real Estate

    24 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.8%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $87.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.9M

    Price Range

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    Lisa Wilberger

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    11 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.96%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $83.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Richard Zapata

    Keller Williams Coastal Virginia

    8 Years of experience

    58+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.07%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $73.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Queen Ellis

    NEXTHOME Luxury Boutique

    24 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.18%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $127.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Jeremy Allen

    The Real Estate Group

    12 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.23%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $86.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Jeremy Stansbury

    Exit Realty Professionals

    17 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.29%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $207.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $910K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Trey Vineyard

    eXp Realty

    12 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.34%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $95.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Mark Spear

    All Pros Real Estate

    21 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.5%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $39.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    12%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Kimberly Plourde

    EXIT Realty Central

    28 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.56%

    in Norfolk, VA

    $37.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $790K

    Price Range

    Do Top Norfolk Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Norfolk sell in a median of 18 days, compared with the Norfolk market median of 26 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents18 days
    Norfolk market26 days

    About 8 days faster (31% quicker than the Norfolk market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Norfolk?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Norfolk sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    42Jan39Feb33Mar29Apr26May26Jun28Jul29Aug32Sep32Oct35Nov39Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    28 days

    Typical time on market

    99.8%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Norfolk, 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 Norfolk

    Median home values across Norfolk, VA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Lochhaven

    +18% over 5 years

    $619K

    River Point

    +20% over 5 years

    $494K

    Larchmont

    +20% over 5 years

    $452K

    East Ocean View

    +32% over 5 years

    $412K

    Stonebridge

    +30% over 5 years

    $354K

    Cromwell Farms

    +22% over 5 years

    $353K

    Riverview

    +29% over 5 years

    $346K

    Saratoga

    +24% over 5 years

    $283K

    River Forest Shores

    +25% over 5 years

    $279K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for Norfolk Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above tracks Norfolk at a median sale price of $334,832, and the underlying competitive indicators help explain where negotiating leverage actually sits. With 34.5% of homes selling above list price and 51.2% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced inventory in Norfolk still moves quickly and often draws multiple offers. At the same time, 25.7% of listings recorded a price reduction, and months of supply measures 2.3, both signs that overpriced or dated homes sit rather than sell. That split matters for how you act.

    For buyers, the data points to a two-speed market. On fresh, correctly priced listings you should expect competition and prepare a clean offer near or at asking, since the average sale-to-list ratio sits at 99.74%. On homes that have lingered past the 26-day median, the price-drop share signals room to negotiate. For sellers, the message is precision: with 685 active listings and 1,103 new listings arriving monthly against 988 pending sales, pricing to the current comps captures the early-window buyer surge instead of triggering a reduction later.

    Prices have moved +1.5% year over year and market time reflects a +1 day change, so the strategy that worked a year ago may not hold today. Norfolk has 1,838 licensed agents, but performance varies widely across them. Understanding which agents consistently price accurately and negotiate above-list outcomes is where working with a measured, verified professional produces a real difference.

    What Norfolk Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Norfolk goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Norfolk
    $99,400
    Median home price$334,832
    Down payment (20%)$66,966
    Loan amount$267,866
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,319

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.67% mortgage rate (as of August 13, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Norfolk Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 26 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.74%
    Price Trend (YoY) +1.5%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,319
    Principal & Interest
    $1,723
    Property Taxes
    $321
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $334,832 median home price with 20% down at 6.67% (as of August 13, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Norfolk Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $330,014
    Today $334,832
    +1.5%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 25 days
    Today 26 days
    +1 day days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.4%
    Today 99.74%
    +0.30%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, Norfolk shows prices moving +1.5%, a +1 day change in market time, and a sale-to-list ratio shift of +0.30%. For sellers, that combination means homes are still trading near asking but taking longer to get there, so accurate initial pricing matters more than it did last year. For buyers, the added time on market creates negotiating openings on listings that have aged past the current 26-day median.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Norfolk MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Norfolk Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: a documented track record of pricing accuracy and negotiation. Of the 1,838 licensed agents working Norfolk, EffectiveAgents has ranked 90 based on verified transaction and review data. The top-ranked professional, Brian Wurst at A Better Way Realty, has closed 3,361 transactions with 516 client reviews and $965.8M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where 34.5% of homes sell above list, because negotiating a strong outcome in competitive neighborhoods like Ghent, Downtown, and West Ocean View requires an agent who understands hyperlocal pricing rather than city-wide averages. In areas such as East Ocean View, where waterfront and value segments behave differently, that distinction can shift a final sale price meaningfully. Look closely at review patterns, not just totals: consistency across many transactions, recent activity, and detailed feedback signal an agent who performs reliably rather than one who closed a few memorable deals. The volume of ranked reviews gives buyers and sellers a measured basis for comparison.

    How We Rank Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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

    Norfolk Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Norfolk, VA?

    The top-ranked agent in Norfolk, VA is Brian Wurst at A Better Way Realty, with 3,361 transactions closed, 516 client reviews, and $965.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising spend or name recognition. Rankings are built from verified transaction history, sale-to-list performance, and review patterns across the 1,838 agents licensed locally. Of those, 90 meet our ranking criteria, so comparing multiple matched agents against your specific price range and neighborhood is the recommended approach.

    How were these Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

    Our data covers 1,838 real estate agents serving the Norfolk area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Norfolk market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Norfolk mean for sellers?

    Norfolk's median sale price is $334,832 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 Norfolk?

    The median home in Norfolk sells in about 26 days, though that figure reflects a +1 day change from last year, so timelines are shifting. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location. With 51.2% of homes going off the market within two weeks, correctly priced listings move fast, while 25.7% of listings that needed reductions took considerably longer. Seasonality, mortgage rates, and neighborhood demand also factor in. An agent who prices to current comps typically shortens time on market.

    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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Norfolk 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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