Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Ridgefield, WA

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    Jerrod Strandemo profile picture
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    (17)

    Jerrod Strandemo

    Coldwell Banker BAIN

    23 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.14%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $296.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Lori Anderson Benson profile picture
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    (23)

    Lori Anderson Benson

    Remax Equity Group

    38 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.38%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $456.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $530K - $6.5M

    Price Range

    11%

    Negotiated Off List

    Sandy Scott profile picture
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    Sandy Scott

    Adamas Realty Washington

    31 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.38%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $206M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $15.5M

    Price Range

    Michelle Marlahan profile picture
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    Michelle Marlahan

    Knipe Realty

    19 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.51%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $210.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Brigitte Jones profile picture
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    Brigitte Jones

    Brigitte Jones Properties

    23 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.41%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $258.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

    Chrissy Defibaugh profile picture
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    Chrissy Defibaugh

    RE/MAX

    19 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.31%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $225.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Drew Coleman profile picture
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    Drew Coleman

    Opt Real Estate

    24 Years of experience

    1,164+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.55%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $2.3B

    All-Time Sales

    $430K - $3.7M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Kelyn Miles profile picture
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    Kelyn Miles

    Selling Keys Real Estate

    9 Years of experience

    21+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.79%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $66.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Paige Abu-Nawwas profile picture
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    Paige Abu-Nawwas

    Coldwell Banker

    19 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.26%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $53.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alina Alward

    Alward & Associates LLC

    12 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.93%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $102M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Kori Burke profile picture
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    Kori Burke

    Real Living The RE Group NW

    12 Years of experience

    54+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.64%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $92.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Ariel Sasser profile picture
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    Ariel Sasser

    Property Group NW

    14 Years of experience

    98+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 14.49%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $319.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $340K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

    Michele Montoya profile picture
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    Michele Montoya

    Envision Home Properties A Group of More Realty

    20 Years of experience

    69+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 15.68%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $291.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

    Thomas Shapiro profile picture
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    Thomas Shapiro

    The Agency Realtors, Inc - Piece Of PDX

    9 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.31%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $93.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Leigh Golson profile picture
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    Leigh Golson

    More Realty NW

    30 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 17.81%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $97.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    Cynthia Raynor profile picture
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    Cynthia Raynor

    RE/MAX Riverside

    39 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 17.81%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $52.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    Barry Smith

    Keller Williams Premier Partners

    15 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18.29%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $156.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $3.7M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Korrie Hicks

    KOR Realty

    7 Years of experience

    53+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18.53%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $88.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Steve Nassar

    Premiere Property Group, LLC

    14 Years of experience

    230+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18.76%

    in Ridgefield, WA

    $755.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $610K - $4.4M

    Price Range

    1%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jenny Turner

    Lovejoy Real Estate

    28 Years of experience

    259+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $157.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $2M

    Price Range

    262

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    Joseph Platz profile picture
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    Joseph Platz

    Keller Williams

    23 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $340.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $4M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Natalie White

    eXp Realty

    19 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $130.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Tiffany Pool profile picture
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    (22)

    Tiffany Pool

    Keller Williams Realty Professionals

    7 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $62M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    1

    Sold in Ridgefield, WA

    Chantel Nelson profile picture
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    Chantel Nelson

    Epique

    9 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $73.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Kevin Winkle profile picture
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    Kevin Winkle

    Keller Williams Realty Portland Elite

    5 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $12.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $410K - $840K

    Price Range

    1

    Sold in Ridgefield, WA

    Do Top Ridgefield Agents Sell Faster?

    The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Ridgefield sell in a median of 28 days, compared with the Ridgefield market median of 39 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents28 days
    Ridgefield market39 days

    About 11 days faster (28% quicker than the Ridgefield market)

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

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

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    80Jan78Feb69Mar48Apr45May42Jun46Jul51Aug59Sep78Oct81Nov84Dec

    May

    Best month to sell

    45 days

    Typical time on market

    99.7%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Ridgefield, WA 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 Ridgefield Buyers and Sellers

    Ridgefield's housing market shows a balanced dynamic that rewards careful pricing on both sides of the table. As noted in the Housing Market Trends module above, the median sale price sits at $654,672, moving -0.8% year over year, while the median price per square foot measures $281.28. With 3.6 months of supply and 138 active listings against 39 homes sold in the latest month, conditions register as roughly balanced rather than tilted sharply toward either party.

    The competitive indicators clarify where leverage sits. Only 23.9% of homes sold above list price, and 34.2% of active listings recorded a price reduction, two signals that buyers can often negotiate rather than chase. At the same time, 28.8% of homes left the market within two weeks, meaning well-priced, move-in-ready properties still transact quickly. The sale-to-list ratio of 99.38% confirms that most sellers ultimately close near, but slightly below, their asking figure.

    For a buyer, this combination suggests room to open below list on properties that have lingered while moving decisively on fresh, sharply priced inventory. For a seller, the elevated share of price drops is a caution against overpricing at launch; homes that start above the market tend to sit and later concede. The median days on market currently reads 39, reflecting a -5 days change in market time versus a year ago. Ridgefield is served by 373 licensed agents, and pricing strategy in this environment is where an experienced agent measurably affects outcomes.

    What Ridgefield Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield
    $184,400
    Median home price$654,672
    Down payment (20%)$130,934
    Loan amount$523,738
    Monthly payment (PITI)$4,302

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Ridgefield Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 39 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.38%
    Price Trend (YoY) -0.8%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $4,302
    Principal & Interest
    $3,400
    Property Taxes
    $627
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $654,672 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Ridgefield Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $659,885
    Today $654,672
    -0.8%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 44 days
    Today 39 days
    -5 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.9%
    Today 99.38%
    -0.50%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, the median sale price moved -0.8%, the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.50%, and market time registered a -5 days change. Together these point to a market where homes take longer to sell and final prices land closer to or slightly under list, giving buyers more time to evaluate while pushing sellers toward realistic pricing from day one.

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

    What to Look for in a Ridgefield Realtor

    Name recognition and a familiar brokerage logo say little about how an agent performs on price, timeline, and negotiation. The verified measure is transaction history matched against local conditions. In Ridgefield, EffectiveAgents has ranked 53 agents out of 373 licensed professionals, drawn from 430 annual transactions analyzed across zip code 98642. The top-ranked agent, Jerrod Strandemo at Coldwell Banker BAIN, has closed 741 transactions with $296.5M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters most in a market where 34.2% of listings cut price and only 23.9% sell above ask: an agent who prices accurately at launch and negotiates from data helps sellers avoid the reductions that follow an inflated list, and helps buyers identify where a below-list offer is realistic. When reviewing candidates, read for consistency across reviews rather than a single standout comment. A steady pattern of feedback on communication and closing outcomes is a more reliable signal than volume alone.

    How We Rank Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield 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

    Ridgefield Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Ridgefield, WA?

    The highest-ranked agent in Ridgefield, WA by verified performance is Jerrod Strandemo at Coldwell Banker BAIN, with 741 transactions and $296.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using objective data, including closed transaction history, sale-to-list outcomes, and client review patterns, rather than advertising or name recognition. Of 373 licensed agents in the area, only 53 meet the ranking threshold. The strongest match depends on your property type, price range, and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.

    How were these Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield?

    Our data covers 373 real estate agents serving the Ridgefield area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Ridgefield market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Ridgefield's median sale price is $654,672 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 Ridgefield?

    The median home in Ridgefield currently takes 39 to sell, reflecting a -5 days change from a year ago. Actual timelines vary widely: well-priced, move-in-ready homes are among the 28.8% that leave the market within two weeks, while overpriced listings often sit and join the 34.2% that record a reduction. Pricing accuracy at launch, condition, and marketing quality are the main factors. With a sale-to-list ratio of 99.38%, sellers who price to the current market typically close faster and nearer to their asking figure.

    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 Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Ridgefield 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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