Best Real Estate Agents in Gardendale, AL• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Gardendale, AL? This page ranks the top realtors in Gardendale by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in Gardendale, AL or buy a home in Gardendale, our 2026 rankings use verified sales records, days on market, and price retention to surface the highest-performing agents.

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Gardendale, AL real estate market is currently a Balanced Market. Homes are retaining 99% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 62 active listings and 9 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 2.8 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 4%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 8%. Transaction speed in Gardendale is currently 7 days slower than the broader Jefferson benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Gardendale, AL

Detached Homes

719.532FebMarAprMayJunJul
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 18% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 7 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$64K$133K$201KFebMarAprMayJunJulMike Hulen (Buyer): Median Price $119KMHFaith Harper (Buyer): Median Price $185KFHCindy Mars (Seller): Median Price $150KCMCindy Mars (Seller): Median Price $180KCMTracey Vaughn (Seller): Median Price $150KTVTracey Vaughn (Seller): Median Price $180KTVLarry Lamb (Seller): Median Price $80KLL
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 4% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
0d92d184dFebMarAprMayJunJulMike Hulen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 162dMHFaith Harper (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 127dFHCindy Mars (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dCMCindy Mars (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 77dCMTracey Vaughn (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dTVTracey Vaughn (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 77dTVLarry Lamb (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 15dLL
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 38 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
61%87%113%FebMarAprMayJunJulMike Hulen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 67%MHFaith Harper (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 89%FHCindy Mars (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CMCindy Mars (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%CMTracey Vaughn (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TVTracey Vaughn (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%TVLarry Lamb (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 107%LL
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($40K - $190K)
DEALS
26
AVG. DOM
50d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
JB
Jenni Barrera
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
119%
CM
Cindy Mars
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
TV
Tracey Vaughn
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
LL
Larry Lamb
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
107%
AA
1-3
30-60 days
103%
MH
Mike Hulen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
67%
KG
Kellie Gragg
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
74%
CD
1-3
30-60 days
87%
FH
Faith Harper
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
89%
SR
1-3
30-60 days
92%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$183K$278K$372KFebMarAprMayJunJulAnn Marie Cusimano (Buyer): Median Price $205KACAnn Marie Cusimano (Buyer): Median Price $236KACPam Files (Buyer): Median Price $255KPFReba Main (Buyer): Median Price $238KRMDana Belcher (Buyer): Median Price $254KDBDana Belcher (Buyer): Median Price $275KDBKyle Bedgood (Buyer): Median Price $320KKBDana Belcher (Seller): Median Price $350KDBDana Belcher (Seller): Median Price $240KDBNakia Walker (Seller): Median Price $270KNWCandace Smith (Seller): Median Price $225KCSCandace Smith (Seller): Median Price $310KCSCandace Smith (Seller): Median Price $239KCSDan Williams (Seller): Median Price $258KDWDan Williams (Seller): Median Price $285KDWKaren Kilgore (Seller): Median Price $338KKK
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 14% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
3d91d178dFebMarAprMayJunJulAnn Marie Cusimano (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 32dACAnn Marie Cusimano (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 107dACPam Files (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 144dPFReba Main (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 38dRMDana Belcher (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 35dDBDana Belcher (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 55dDBKyle Bedgood (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dKBDana Belcher (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 40dDBDana Belcher (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 30dDBNakia Walker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dNWCandace Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 158dCSCandace Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 23dCSCandace Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 36dCSDan Williams (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 40dDWDan Williams (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 41dDWKaren Kilgore (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 32dKK
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 68 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%99%110%FebMarAprMayJunJulAnn Marie Cusimano (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%ACAnn Marie Cusimano (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%ACPam Files (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%PFReba Main (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RMDana Belcher (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%DBDana Belcher (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%DBKyle Bedgood (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%KBDana Belcher (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DBDana Belcher (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DBNakia Walker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NWCandace Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CSCandace Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%CSCandace Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CSDan Williams (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%DWDan Williams (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%DWKaren Kilgore (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 107%KK
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 100%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($200K - $360K)
DEALS
128
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
DB
Dana Belcher
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
NW
Nakia Walker
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
CS
Candace Smith
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
DW
Dan Williams
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
KK
Karen Kilgore
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
1-3
30-60 days
95%
PF
Pam Files
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
RM
Reba Main
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
DB
Dana Belcher
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
KB
Kyle Bedgood
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$380K$425K$471KFebMarAprMayJunJulHope Rhoades (Buyer): Median Price $415KHRHope Rhoades (Buyer): Median Price $440KHRCandace Smith (Buyer): Median Price $419KCSCandace Smith (Buyer): Median Price $460KCSCindy Mars (Buyer): Median Price $390KCMLuke Williams (Buyer): Median Price $445KLWHope Rhoades (Seller): Median Price $415KHRCourtney Ridgeway (Seller): Median Price $449KCRScott Ridgeway (Seller): Median Price $449KSRPam Files (Seller): Median Price $422KPFCandace Smith (Seller): Median Price $419KCSCandace Smith (Seller): Median Price $460KCS
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 3% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
9d44d79dFebMarAprMayJunJulHope Rhoades (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 17dHRHope Rhoades (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 28dHRCandace Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dCSCandace Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 35dCSCindy Mars (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 41dCMLuke Williams (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 35dLWHope Rhoades (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 17dHRCourtney Ridgeway (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 67dCRScott Ridgeway (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 67dSRPam Files (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 71dPFCandace Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dCSCandace Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dCS
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 56 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%98%102%FebMarAprMayJunJulHope Rhoades (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%HRHope Rhoades (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%HRCandace Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%CSCandace Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%CSCindy Mars (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%CMLuke Williams (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%LWHope Rhoades (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%HRCourtney Ridgeway (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CRScott Ridgeway (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SRPam Files (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%PFCandace Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%CSCandace Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%CS
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in High-End Detached Home has stabilized over the last 5 months, with sellers receiving 100%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($370K - $560K)
DEALS
47
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
HR
Hope Rhoades
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
CR
1-3
> 60 days
100%
SR
Scott Ridgeway
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
PF
Pam Files
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
CS
Candace Smith
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
HR
Hope Rhoades
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
98%
CS
Candace Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
JG
1-3
30-60 days
95%
CM
Cindy Mars
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
LW
Luke Williams
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$600K$600K$600KFebMarAprMayJunJulSarah Reagan (Buyer): Median Price $600KSRCindy Mars (Seller): Median Price $600KCMTracey Vaughn (Seller): Median Price $600KTV
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $600K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
49d49d49dFebMarAprMayJunJulSarah Reagan (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 49dSRCindy Mars (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 49dCMTracey Vaughn (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 49dTV
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 49 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%93%93%FebMarAprMayJunJulSarah Reagan (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%SRCindy Mars (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%CMTracey Vaughn (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%TV
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 93% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($600K - $830K)
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
37d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
DB
Dana Belcher
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
104%
SB
1-3
30-60 days
101%
1-3
30-60 days
101%
CM
Cindy Mars
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
93%
TV
Tracey Vaughn
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
93%
SR
Sarah Reagan
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
LL
Leo Loggins
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
101%
CI
1-3
30-60 days
104%

Townhomes

222FebAprJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 3 months, holding at 2 transactions.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$124K$142K$159KFebMarAprMayJunJulGusty Gulas (Buyer): Median Price $128KGGWendy Soto (Buyer): Median Price $145KWSBin Truong (Buyer): Median Price $144KBTMelanie Clough (Buyer): Median Price $155KMCBryan Knox (Seller): Median Price $144KBKTerrence Forman (Seller): Median Price $155KTFBen Preston (Seller): Median Price $145KBP
The average price in the Entry Level Townhome segment has risen by 14% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
5d34d63dFebMarAprMayJunJulGusty Gulas (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 12dGGWendy Soto (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 56dWSBin Truong (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 20dBTMelanie Clough (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dMCBryan Knox (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 20dBKTerrence Forman (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dTFBen Preston (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 56dBP
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Townhome is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 42 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
90%96%101%FebMarAprMayJunJulGusty Gulas (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%GGWendy Soto (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%WSBin Truong (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BTMelanie Clough (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MCBryan Knox (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BKTerrence Forman (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TFBen Preston (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%BP
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Townhome market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 100%.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
($130K - $150K)
DEALS
6
AVG. DOM
34d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
TH
Tiffany Harris
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
BK
Bryan Knox
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
PC
Pamela Calamusa
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TF
Terrence Forman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
BP
Ben Preston
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
GG
Gusty Gulas
Top Buyer
1-3
< 15 days
92%
WS
Wendy Soto
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
BT
Bin Truong
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%
AK
Alison Kmett
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
MC
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$212K$225K$237KFebMarAprMayJunJulBin Truong (Buyer): Median Price $234KBTBin Truong (Buyer): Median Price $215KBTAmanda Bates (Seller): Median Price $234KABScott Bennefield (Seller): Median Price $215KSBSheree West Bennefield (Seller): Median Price $215KSB
The average price in the Mid-Market Townhome segment has risen by 9% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
37d46d54dFebMarAprMayJunJulBin Truong (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dBTBin Truong (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 52dBTAmanda Bates (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dABScott Bennefield (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 52dSBSheree West Bennefield (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 52dSB
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Townhome is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 39 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%97%98%FebMarAprMayJunJulBin Truong (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%BTBin Truong (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%BTAmanda Bates (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%ABScott Bennefield (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%SBSheree West Bennefield (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%SB
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Townhome market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
($220K - $230K)
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
46d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
AB
Amanda Bates
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SB
1-3
30-60 days
96%
1-3
30-60 days
96%
BT
Bin Truong
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%

Mobile/Manufactured Homes

111May
Sales Volume
Mobile/Manufactured Homes recorded 1 transactions recently.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$158K$158K$158KFebMarAprMayJunJulShannon Wormley (Buyer): Median Price $158KSWTiffanie Reynolds Easter (Seller): Median Price $158KTE
The Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home tier commands a price of $158K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
149d149d149dFebMarAprMayJunJulShannon Wormley (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 149dSWTiffanie Reynolds Easter (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 149dTE
Lower is better
Mobile/Manufactured Home homes in the Entry Level range average 149 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%99%99%FebMarAprMayJunJulShannon Wormley (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%SWTiffanie Reynolds Easter (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%TE
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home assets receive 99% of list price.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Segment
($158K - $160K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
149d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
1-3
> 60 days
99%
SW
1-3
> 60 days
99%

Gardendale Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
62
+13 New
Recently Listed (7d)
13
market entries
Average List Price
$368K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
1
23
29
4
57
Townhome
1
4
5

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Gardendale, AL performing right now?

The data indicates a active environment in Gardendale, AL. Inventory is at 2.8 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory is balanced but lean, requiring buyers to be decisive.

What are the current pricing trends for Gardendale, AL real estate?

Currently, $281,000 represents the median entry point in Gardendale, AL. Over the past half-year, home values in Gardendale have moved downward by approximately 4% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Gardendale, AL getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in Gardendale, AL, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 98.5%. On average, properties in Gardendale are transitioning from active to sold status in 58 days.

Who is the best agent to sell my home in Gardendale?

Based on closed transaction data, Dana Belcher ranks at the top of our Gardendale leaderboard — with 3 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 38. Agent Algo's rankings are built entirely from real deal outcomes — not reviews or paid placements — so this reflects actual results in the local market.

How does the Gardendale, AL market compare to Jefferson trends?

Gardendale, AL maintains a distinct profile within the broader Jefferson region. Median home values are currently 21% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Gardendale.

Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Detached Home in Gardendale, AL?

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Gardendale, AL may want to work with Ann Marie Cusimano. Their buyer closings in this segment show a sale-to-list ratio that's more favorable than the local average — a signal of effective negotiation that keeps final purchase prices competitive for buyers.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Gardendale, AL?

Our transaction-level analysis puts Dana Belcher at the top for Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Gardendale, AL. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Townhome in Gardendale, AL?

If you're hunting for a Mid-Market Townhome in Gardendale, AL, Bin Truong's track record speaks for itself. Buying in the Mid-Market Townhome space has its own dynamics. Bin Truong's history of closed deals in this exact category in Gardendale, AL shows they understand those dynamics well.

Which agent is best for buying a High-End Detached Home in Gardendale, AL?

Among agents actively helping buyers in the High-End Detached Home space, Hope Rhoades stands out in Gardendale, AL. Their buyer transactions in this segment close faster than the local norm and at sale-to-list ratios that are more favorable than typical — meaning they move quickly and negotiate effectively for the buyers they represent.

Who is a top listing agent for High-End Detached Home homes in Gardendale, AL?

When looking specifically at High-End Detached Home transactions, Hope Rhoades consistently surfaces as a top performer in Gardendale, AL. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Detached Home in Gardendale, AL?

For those looking to purchase a Entry Level Detached Home in Gardendale, AL, Mike Hulen has the deal history to support the choice. Buying effectively in this segment means knowing when and how hard to push. Their track record here shows they regularly outperform the local sale-to-list benchmark — in the buyer's favor.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Detached Home homes in Gardendale, AL?

In the Entry Level Detached Home category, few agents in Gardendale, AL can match the track record of Jenni Barrera. Their listings in this segment have consistently closed faster than the local average while achieving above-average sale-to-list ratios — a rare combination that directly benefits sellers on both time and final price.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Townhome in Gardendale, AL?

Gusty Gulas has helped buyers close on Entry Level Townhome properties in Gardendale, AL — and the data shows it. The data shows a consistent pattern across their deals here: shorter time to close than the segment average, and acquisition terms that tend to land below-average relative to list price. Two things buyers care about most.