Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Roanoke, VA

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    Kim Miller

    Nest Realty

    21 Years of experience

    394+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.38%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $344.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Tammy Shepherd

    Shepherd Realty Group

    35 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.13%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $222.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $16M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Kendra Porter

    VIRGINIA REALTY GROUP

    21 Years of experience

    89+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.38%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $206.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Tina McDaniel

    Wainwright & Co.

    30 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.63%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $28.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $700K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Desie Custer

    Century 21

    20 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $38.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $750K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Brenda Fichtner

    Wainwright and Co.

    15 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.13%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $196.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Lucinda Scruggs

    Quality Realty

    39 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.38%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $58.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $650K

    Price Range

    6%

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    John Smith - VA

    Westlake Real Estate

    11 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.5%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $44.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $700K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Michael Belcher

    Keller Williams Realty Roanoke | Belcher Home Team

    4 Years of experience

    111+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.63%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $33.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Olivia Anton

    Coldwell Banker Townside

    8 Years of experience

    91+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.38%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $90.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Robert Kern

    Real Broker, LLC

    6 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.88%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $10.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $620K

    Price Range

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    Samantha Clark

    Gravity Real Estate Group, Inc.

    7 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.39%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $26.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $850K

    Price Range

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    Edna Jamieson

    Wainwright & Company Realtors

    19 Years of experience

    45+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.64%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $174.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Pam Gabriel

    RE/MAX

    22 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.77%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $52.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Brenda Barger

    Century 21

    23 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.77%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $8.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $1.1M

    Price Range

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    Harry Surratt

    United Country Farm

    9 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18.65%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $1M

    All-Time Sales

    3

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    William Barnes

    Gracious Living Realty, Inc

    36 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 19.15%

    in Roanoke, VA

    $39.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $850K

    Price Range

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    Yvonne Jansen

    Lynchburg's Finest Real Estate

    16 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $150M

    All-Time Sales

    $510K - $3.8M

    Price Range

    1

    Sold in Roanoke, VA

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    Leslie Giles

    Lexington Real Estate Connection

    12 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $52.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $990K

    Price Range

    13%

    Negotiated Off List

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Roanoke 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)

    27Jan33Feb27Mar21Apr18May16Jun15Jul18Aug21Sep19Oct19Nov23Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    15 days

    Typical time on market

    98.6%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Roanoke, 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 Roanoke

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

    Franklin Colonial

    +28% over 5 years

    $276K

    Cave Spring

    +33% over 5 years

    $255K

    Old Southwest

    +40% over 5 years

    $229K

    Grandin Court

    +52% over 5 years

    $228K

    Wasena

    +58% over 5 years

    $196K

    Monterery

    +36% over 5 years

    $186K

    Westview Terrace

    +47% over 5 years

    $185K

    Peachtree-Norwood

    +44% over 5 years

    $173K

    Ridgewood Park

    +43% over 5 years

    $165K

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

    What These Numbers Mean for Roanoke Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Roanoke market where negotiating leverage is more balanced than headline demand figures might suggest. The median sale price sits at $249,625, having moved -0.5% year over year, while homes trade at a median of $142.26 per square foot. With 3.0 months of supply and 377 active listings against 128 homes sold monthly, conditions register as Balanced, tight enough to keep well-priced homes moving but not so constrained that buyers have lost all footing.

    The competitive indicators tell a nuanced story. Roughly 24.0% of homes sold above list and 40.8% went off the market within two weeks, signaling genuine urgency on desirable properties. Yet 36.1% of listings recorded a price cut, and the average sale-to-list ratio is 98.46%. That split means aspirational pricing gets corrected quickly. For a buyer, the takeaway is to move decisively on fresh, correctly priced listings while negotiating harder on anything that has lingered past the median of 18 days. For a seller, the price-drop share is a warning: list at or near market value from day one, because overpricing invites the reduction that erodes final proceeds.

    With 359 pending sales and 460 new listings entering monthly, turnover stays steady. Navigating this environment rewards local judgment. Roanoke has 799 licensed agents, and separating the consistently effective from the merely licensed is where the pricing and timing decisions above are won or lost.

    What Roanoke Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Roanoke 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 Roanoke
    $77,100
    Median home price$249,625
    Down payment (20%)$49,925
    Loan amount$199,700
    Monthly payment (PITI)$1,799

    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.

    Roanoke Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 18 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.46%
    Price Trend (YoY) -0.5%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $1,799
    Principal & Interest
    $1,285
    Property Taxes
    $239
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $249,625 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.

    Roanoke Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $251,006
    Today $249,625
    -0.5%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 14 days
    Today 18 days
    +4 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 98.2%
    Today 98.46%
    +0.26%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved -0.5%, the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.26%, and market time reflects a +4 days change against last year's 14 days. Taken together, the longer selling window and softer sale-to-list ratio point to buyers regaining a measure of negotiating room, while sellers who price to current conditions rather than last year's momentum still transact within a reasonable timeframe.

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

    What to Look for in a Roanoke Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines your outcome: measured transaction volume, negotiation results, and repeat client patterns. EffectiveAgents ranks 43 agents in Roanoke out of 799 licensed locally, using verified performance data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Kim Miller at Nest Realty, has closed 1,172 transactions and $335.6M in all-time sales volume, a track record that matters when the local sale-to-list ratio sits at 98.46% and 36.1% of listings require a price correction. An agent who prices accurately and negotiates precisely protects real dollars in that environment. This depth shows across distinct submarkets, from the established streets of South Roanoke and Raleigh Court to the steady demand in Cave Spring, each with its own pricing rhythm and buyer pool. Review patterns reinforce the numbers: Miller's 264 reviews reflect the kind of sustained, repeat-client volume that a single strong season cannot manufacture. When you evaluate candidates, weigh consistency and documented results over the loudest marketing.

    How We Rank Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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

    Roanoke Real Estate Agent FAQs

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

    The top-ranked agent in Roanoke, VA, based on verified performance data is Kim Miller at Nest Realty, with 1,172 closed transactions, 264 client reviews, and $335.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured transaction history, negotiation results, and review patterns rather than advertising, evaluating 43 ranked professionals among the 799 licensed agents active in the area. The strongest match still depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so compare several ranked agents against your specific goals before deciding.

    How were these Roanoke 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 Roanoke?

    Our data covers 799 real estate agents serving the Roanoke area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Roanoke market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Roanoke's median sale price is $249,625 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 Roanoke?

    Homes in Roanoke currently sell in a median of 18 days, though that reflects a +4 days change against last year's 14 days. The full timeline also includes preparation, listing, and closing after an accepted offer. Several factors move a home faster or slower: accurate initial pricing (important when 36.1% of listings take a price cut), condition, location, and season. Well-priced homes in desirable areas can go under contract quickly, as 40.8% of listings leave the market within two weeks, while overpriced ones tend to linger past the 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Roanoke 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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