Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Portsmouth, VA

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    Brian Wurst profile picture
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    Brian Wurst

    A Better Way Realty

    21 Years of experience

    636+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $965.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Megan Morris

    Keller Williams Town Center LLC

    12 Years of experience

    252+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.79%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $502.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Judy Reed

    Judy Reed Realty

    41 Years of experience

    133+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.06%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $500.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $2.7M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Erin Ward

    Keller Williams Norfolk

    10 Years of experience

    177+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.19%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $334M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Jeremy Allen

    The Real Estate Group

    12 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.72%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $82.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Queen Ellis

    NEXTHOME Luxury Boutique

    24 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.85%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $127.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Kimberly Plourde profile picture
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    Kimberly Plourde

    EXIT Realty Central

    28 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.51%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $36.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $790K

    Price Range

    Shannon Paschall profile picture
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    Shannon Paschall

    AtCoastal

    14 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.04%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $124.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Tein Hlwa

    eXp Realty

    7 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.17%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $110.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $890K

    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 3.3%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $102.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Lenny Ward

    RE/WARD Real Estate

    24 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.43%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $87.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.9M

    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 3.57%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $169.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Erika Stewart

    NextHome Tidewater Realty

    9 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.83%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $33.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $590K

    Price Range

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    Richard Zapata

    Keller Williams Coastal Virginia

    8 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.96%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $72.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Mechelle Richards

    Keller Williams Coastal Virginia

    17 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.1%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $23.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1000K

    Price Range

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    Alicia Ford

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Towne Realty

    11 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.49%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $38.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $640K

    Price Range

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    Lety Pena

    Howard Hanna

    14 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.62%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $80.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $920K

    Price Range

    Jarrett Caldwell profile picture
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    Jarrett Caldwell

    Keller Williams Allegiance

    8 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.76%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $53.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $620K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Dawn Crocker

    Crocker Realty Group brokered by EXP Realty

    23 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.89%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $67.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.1M

    Price Range

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    Jeremy Stansbury

    Exit Realty Professionals

    17 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.02%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $207.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $910K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Joel Dinse

    A Better Way Realty

    6 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.28%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $78.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $2.9M

    Price Range

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    Liz Abrams

    Abrams Realty

    13 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.55%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $38.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $880K

    Price Range

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    Sarah Wood

    Creed Realty

    9 Years of experience

    69+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.81%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $58.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.7M

    Price Range

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    Nick Calvert

    Long & Foster Real Estate Inc.

    23 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.94%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $57.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $830K

    Price Range

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    Karen Adcock

    Keller Williams Town Center

    32 Years of experience

    49+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.34%

    in Portsmouth, VA

    $232.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Do Top Portsmouth Agents Sell Faster?

    The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Portsmouth sell in a median of 18 days, compared with the Portsmouth market median of 33 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents18 days
    Portsmouth market33 days

    About 15 days faster (45% quicker than the Portsmouth market)

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

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

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    48Jan44Feb40Mar33Apr30May27Jun36Jul36Aug36Sep39Oct40Nov40Dec

    May

    Best month to sell

    30 days

    Typical time on market

    100%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth

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

    Sterling Point

    +45% over 5 years

    $316K

    Hatton Point

    +41% over 5 years

    $282K

    Waterview

    +28% over 5 years

    $267K

    Edgefield

    +44% over 5 years

    $266K

    Merrifields

    +41% over 5 years

    $262K

    Cavalier Forest

    +41% over 5 years

    $257K

    Park Manor

    +50% over 5 years

    $240K

    Lynn Shores

    +48% over 5 years

    $217K

    Oregon Acres

    +50% over 5 years

    $214K

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

    How We Rank Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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

    Portsmouth Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

    Our data covers 757 real estate agents serving the Portsmouth area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Portsmouth market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Portsmouth's median sale price is $290,000 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Portsmouth 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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