Best Real Estate Agents in Helena, AL• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Helena, AL? This page ranks the top realtors in Helena by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in Helena, AL or buy a home in Helena, 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 Helena, AL real estate market is currently a Balanced Market. Homes are retaining 99% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 117 active listings and 27 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 4.4 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 1%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 5%. Listings in Helena are moving 4 days faster than the Shelby average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Helena, AL

Detached Homes

2029.539FebMarAprMayJunJul
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 16% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 20 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$66K$176K$285KFebMarAprMayJunJulAna Avalos (Buyer): Median Price $91KAAMichelle Shunnarah (Buyer): Median Price $190KMSDeb Long (Seller): Median Price $226KDLBrittany Pickett (Seller): Median Price $242KBPDustin Lewis (Seller): Median Price $230KDLDrew Taylor (Seller): Median Price $260KDTMorgan Ellett (Seller): Median Price $260KME
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 7% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
17d50d83dFebMarAprMayJunJulAna Avalos (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 57dAAMichelle Shunnarah (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 63dMSDeb Long (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dDLBrittany Pickett (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dBPDustin Lewis (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 25dDLDrew Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 29dDTMorgan Ellett (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 29dME
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 48 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
54%82%109%FebMarAprMayJunJulAna Avalos (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 61%AAMichelle Shunnarah (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 79%MSDeb Long (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%DLBrittany Pickett (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%BPDustin Lewis (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DLDrew Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DTMorgan Ellett (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%ME
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
($90K - $260K)
DEALS
27
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
94%
DL
Deb Long
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
BP
1-3
30-60 days
101%
DL
Dustin Lewis
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
DT
Drew Taylor
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
ME
Morgan Ellett
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
AA
Ana Avalos
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
61%
1-3
30-60 days
90%
FG
Freddy Guerra
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
84%
1-3
> 60 days
91%
JK
JB Kovakas
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
92%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$239K$375K$512KFebMarAprMayJunJulShannon Colby (Buyer): Median Price $275KSCShannon Colby (Buyer): Median Price $289KSCJenn Saliba (Buyer): Median Price $345KJSAbby Pate (Buyer): Median Price $335KAPRebekah Henderson (Buyer): Median Price $277KRHDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Median Price $307KDTDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Median Price $309KDTJoseph Daley (Seller): Median Price $348KJDRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $480KRFRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $462KRFDebbi Clarke (Seller): Median Price $462KDCMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $270KMSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $310KMS
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 4% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
0d67d135dFebMarAprMayJunJulShannon Colby (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 46dSCShannon Colby (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dSCJenn Saliba (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 21dJSAbby Pate (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dAPRebekah Henderson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 63dRHDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 15dDTDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 23dDTJoseph Daley (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 44dJDRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 119dRFRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 102dRFDebbi Clarke (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 102dDCMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 33dMSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 94dMS
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 43 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
90%97%103%FebMarAprMayJunJulShannon Colby (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%SCShannon Colby (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%SCJenn Saliba (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSAbby Pate (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%APRebekah Henderson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%RHDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%DTDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DTJoseph Daley (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%JDRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RFRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RFDebbi Clarke (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DCMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%MSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MS
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
($270K - $480K)
DEALS
198
AVG. DOM
50d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
DT
Di Anne Taylor
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
JD
Joseph Daley
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
RF
Rod Friday
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
DC
Debbi Clarke
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
MS
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SC
Shannon Colby
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JS
Jenn Saliba
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
AP
Abby Pate
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
AB
Arthur Bice
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
1-3
30-60 days
96%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$462K$584K$706KFebMarAprMayJunJulRichard Smith (Buyer): Median Price $545KRSRichard Smith (Buyer): Median Price $547KRSLannette Thomas (Buyer): Median Price $624KLTRachel Lowell (Buyer): Median Price $600KRLRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $520KRFRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $500KRFRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $490KRFDebbi Clarke (Seller): Median Price $500KDCDebbi Clarke (Seller): Median Price $490KDCMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $678KMSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $665KMSNadia Wallace (Seller): Median Price $492KNW
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 13% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
14d94d173dFebMarAprMayJunJulRichard Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dRSRichard Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dRSLannette Thomas (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 32dLTRachel Lowell (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 155dRLRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 120dRFRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dRFRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 145dRFDebbi Clarke (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dDCDebbi Clarke (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 145dDCMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 50dMSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 89dMSNadia Wallace (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 32dNW
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 65 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
91%98%105%FebMarAprMayJunJulRichard Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RSRichard Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%RSLannette Thomas (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%LTRachel Lowell (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%RLRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RFRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RFRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RFDebbi Clarke (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DCDebbi Clarke (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DCMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%MSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MSNadia Wallace (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%NW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the High-End Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($490K - $720K)
DEALS
34
AVG. DOM
66d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
RF
Rod Friday
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
100%
DC
Debbi Clarke
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
MS
1-3
> 60 days
99%
NW
Nadia Wallace
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
104%
LA
1-3
15-30 days
102%
RS
Richard Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
LT
1-3
30-60 days
92%
RL
Rachel Lowell
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
JH
Jen Harris
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
JS
1-3
> 60 days
96%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$737K$829K$921KFebMarAprMayJunJulJohnny Montgomery (Buyer): Median Price $800KJMHarold Collins (Buyer): Median Price $900KHCBrooke Gann (Seller): Median Price $800KBGBrooke Gann (Seller): Median Price $758KBGTracy Murphy (Seller): Median Price $800KTMTracy Murphy (Seller): Median Price $758KTMErin Franklin (Seller): Median Price $775KEF
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has softened by 5% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
1d80d158dFebMarAprMayJunJulJohnny Montgomery (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 94dJMHarold Collins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 140dHCBrooke Gann (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 94dBGBrooke Gann (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 82dBGTracy Murphy (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 94dTMTracy Murphy (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 82dTMErin Franklin (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 19dEF
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 94 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%101%110%FebMarAprMayJunJulJohnny Montgomery (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%JMHarold Collins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%HCBrooke Gann (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%BGBrooke Gann (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 108%BGTracy Murphy (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TMTracy Murphy (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 108%TMErin Franklin (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%EF
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 94%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($760K - $1.2M)
DEALS
8
AVG. DOM
80d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
BG
Brooke Gann
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
101%
TM
Tracy Murphy
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
101%
EF
Erin Franklin
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
AH
Aaron Hosey
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JH
Jordan Hosey
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
1-3
> 60 days
94%
HC
1-3
> 60 days
95%
EF
Erle Fairly
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
KC
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JH
Jordan Hosey
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%

Townhomes

111FebAprMayJul
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 4 months, holding at 1 transactions.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$223K$226K$229KFebMarAprMayJunJulPenny Miller (Buyer): Median Price $228KPMShanta Torbert (Buyer): Median Price $224KSTMichael Harden (Seller): Median Price $228KMHMelissa Wise (Seller): Median Price $224KMW
The average price in the Entry Level Townhome segment has softened by 2% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
23d50d77dFebMarAprMayJunJulPenny Miller (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 71dPMShanta Torbert (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 40dSTMichael Harden (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 29dMHMelissa Wise (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 40dMW
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Townhome is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 40 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%97%101%FebMarAprMayJunJulPenny Miller (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%PMShanta Torbert (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%STMichael Harden (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MHMelissa Wise (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MW
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 99%.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
($160K - $230K)
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
47d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
MH
Michael Harden
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
ET
Emma Tucker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
GS
1-3
30-60 days
99%
MM
Matt Muncher
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
MW
Melissa Wise
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
AV
April Vining
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
84%
PM
Penny Miller
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
AA
Ana Avalos
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
ST
1-3
30-60 days
99%
MJ
Mel Johnson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$309K$309K$309KFebMarAprMayJunJulLaurie Valentine (Buyer): Median Price $309KLVCody Perry (Seller): Median Price $309KCPLisa Perry (Seller): Median Price $309KLP
The Mid-Market Townhome tier commands a price of $309K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
77d77d77dFebMarAprMayJunJulLaurie Valentine (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 77dLVCody Perry (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 77dCPLisa Perry (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 77dLP
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Mid-Market range average 77 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
100%100%100%FebMarAprMayJunJulLaurie Valentine (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%LVCody Perry (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CPLisa Perry (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%LP
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Townhome assets receive 100% of list price.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
($309K - $310K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
77d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
CP
Cody Perry
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
LP
Lisa Perry
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
LV
1-3
> 60 days
100%

Mobile/Manufactured Homes

111Jul
Sales Volume
Mobile/Manufactured Homes recorded 1 transactions recently.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$230K$230K$230KFebMarAprMayJunJulJonathan Dickey (Buyer): Median Price $230KJDDonna Walker (Seller): Median Price $230KDWLeda Mims (Seller): Median Price $230KLM
The Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home tier commands a price of $230K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
78d78d78dFebMarAprMayJunJulJonathan Dickey (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dJDDonna Walker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 78dDWLeda Mims (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 78dLM
Lower is better
Mobile/Manufactured Home homes in the Entry Level range average 78 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
87%88%88%FebMarAprMayJunJulJonathan Dickey (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%JDDonna Walker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%DWLeda Mims (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%LM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home assets receive 88% of list price.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Segment
($230K - $230K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
78d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
88%
DW
Donna Walker
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
88%
LM
Leda Mims
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
88%
JD
1-3
> 60 days
88%

Helena Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
117
+37 New
Recently Listed (7d)
37
market entries
Average List Price
$446K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
4
27
79
5
115
Townhome
2
2

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a stable environment in Helena, AL. Inventory is at 4.4 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory levels provide a healthy range of options for prospective buyers.

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

Currently, $371,000 represents the median entry point in Helena, AL. Over the past half-year, home values in Helena have moved upward by approximately 1% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Helena, AL, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 98.5%. On average, properties in Helena are transitioning from active to sold status in 49 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Di Anne Taylor ranks at the top of our Helena leaderboard — with 5 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 44. 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 Helena, AL market compare to Shelby trends?

Helena, AL maintains a distinct profile within the broader Shelby region. Median home values are currently 8% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Helena.

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

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Helena, AL may want to work with Ana Avalos. 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.

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

Our data flags Shannon Colby as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Detached Home properties in Helena, AL. Across their deals in the Mid-Market Detached Home category, Shannon Colby has consistently achieved better-than-average terms relative to asking price in Helena, AL. That kind of negotiating edge compounds over a transaction.

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

Among agents with recent closings in the Mid-Market Detached Home space, Di Anne Taylor has the strongest performance metrics in Helena, AL. Speed and price retention together are the hardest combination to find in a single agent. Their track record in the Mid-Market Detached Home category in Helena, AL reflects both.

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

Rod Friday has been particularly active in Helena's High-End Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. Their High-End Detached Home closings in Helena, AL show an above-average sale-to-list ratio for this segment — a sign of skilled pricing and negotiation that protects seller value.

Who is a top listing agent for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home homes in Helena, AL?

When looking specifically at Ultra-Luxury Detached Home transactions, Brooke Gann consistently surfaces as a top performer in Helena, 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 High-End Detached Home in Helena, AL?

For those looking to purchase a High-End Detached Home in Helena, AL, Richard Smith has the deal history to support the choice. For buyers competing in the High-End Detached Home market in Helena, AL, their track record indicates speed and negotiating strength that outperforms the segment baseline on both counts.

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

Navigating Helena's Entry Level Townhome market as a buyer? April Vining is among the most effective agents in this niche. 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.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home in Helena, AL?

Jonathan Dickey has helped buyers close on Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home properties in Helena, AL — and the data shows it. Our algorithm surfaces Jonathan Dickey based on actual closed buyer deals in the Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.