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 97 active listings and 26 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 3.2 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 7%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 6%. Listings in Helena are moving 9 days faster than the Shelby average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Helena, AL

Detached Homes

213039MarAprMayJunJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 23% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 24 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$177K$233K$288KMarAprMayJunJulAugShannon Colby (Buyer): Median Price $275KSCShannon Colby (Buyer): Median Price $242KSCMichelle Shunnarah (Buyer): Median Price $190KMSMichelle Ellis (Seller): Median Price $264KMEMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $270KMSDeb Long (Seller): Median Price $226KDLBob Mathews (Seller): Median Price $266KBM
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 4% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
15d42d69dMarAprMayJunJulAugShannon Colby (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 46dSCShannon Colby (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dSCMichelle Shunnarah (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 63dMSMichelle Ellis (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 32dMEMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 33dMSDeb Long (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dDLBob Mathews (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 21dBM
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 34 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
76%91%107%MarAprMayJunJulAugShannon Colby (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%SCShannon Colby (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%SCMichelle Shunnarah (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 79%MSMichelle Ellis (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%MEMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%MSDeb Long (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%DLBob Mathews (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%BM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 99%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($90K - $280K)
DEALS
48
AVG. DOM
49d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
ME
Michelle Ellis
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
DB
Donna Breland
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
MS
Michelle Shunnarah
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
DL
Deb Long
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
BM
Bob Mathews
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
101%
AA
Ana Avalos
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
61%
AH
Alex Howard
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SC
Shannon Colby
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
101%
MS
Michelle Shunnarah
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
79%
FG
Freddy Guerra
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
84%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$257K$395K$532KMarAprMayJunJulAugJenn Saliba (Buyer): Median Price $495KJSJenn Saliba (Buyer): Median Price $345KJSShannon Colby (Buyer): Median Price $289KSCAbby Pate (Buyer): Median Price $335KAPDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Median Price $307KDTDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Median Price $309KDTDrew Taylor (Seller): Median Price $307KDTDrew Taylor (Seller): Median Price $309KDTJoseph Daley (Seller): Median Price $348KJDDebbi Clarke (Seller): Median Price $500KDCRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $480KRFRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $500KRF
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 9% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
0d67d135dMarAprMayJunJulAugJenn Saliba (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 41dJSJenn Saliba (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 21dJSShannon Colby (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dSCAbby Pate (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dAPDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 15dDTDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 23dDTDrew Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 15dDTDrew Taylor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 23dDTJoseph Daley (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 44dJDDebbi Clarke (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dDCRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 119dRFRod Friday (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dRF
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%96%102%MarAprMayJunJulAugJenn Saliba (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%JSJenn Saliba (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSShannon Colby (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%SCAbby Pate (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%APDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%DTDi Anne Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DTDrew Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%DTDrew Taylor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DTJoseph Daley (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%JDDebbi Clarke (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DCRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RFRod Friday (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RF
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 99%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($290K - $510K)
DEALS
189
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
DT
Di Anne Taylor
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
DT
Drew Taylor
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
JD
Joseph Daley
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
DC
Debbi Clarke
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
100%
RF
Rod Friday
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
100%
JS
Jenn Saliba
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
99%
SC
Shannon Colby
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
AP
Abby Pate
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
GG
Grace Gethi
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
DL
Dustin Lewis
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$484K$639K$794KMarAprMayJunJulAugRichard Smith (Buyer): Median Price $545KRSRichard Smith (Buyer): Median Price $547KRSLannette Thomas (Buyer): Median Price $624KLTRachel Lowell (Buyer): Median Price $600KRLRod Friday (Seller): Median Price $520KRFMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $678KMSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Median Price $665KMSBrooke Gann (Seller): Median Price $758KBGTracy Murphy (Seller): Median Price $758KTM
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has softened by 11% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
14d94d173dMarAprMayJunJulAugRichard 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. 120dRFMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 50dMSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 89dMSBrooke Gann (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 82dBGTracy Murphy (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 82dTM
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 57 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
90%100%111%MarAprMayJunJulAugRichard 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%RFMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%MSMichelle Shunnarah (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MSBrooke Gann (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 108%BGTracy Murphy (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 108%TM
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 99%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($520K - $780K)
DEALS
28
AVG. DOM
65d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
RF
Rod Friday
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
DC
Debbi Clarke
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
MS
Michelle Shunnarah
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
BG
Brooke Gann
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
108%
TM
Tracy Murphy
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
108%
RS
Richard Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
LT
Lannette Thomas
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
92%
RL
Rachel Lowell
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
KP
Kristin Perry
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
JH
Jen Harris
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$785K$850K$915KMarAprMayJunJulAugJohnny Montgomery (Buyer): Median Price $800KJMHarold Collins (Buyer): Median Price $900KHCBrooke Gann (Seller): Median Price $800KBGTracy Murphy (Seller): Median Price $800KTM
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has softened by 11% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
87d117d147dMarAprMayJunJulAugJohnny Montgomery (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 94dJMHarold Collins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 140dHCBrooke Gann (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 94dBGTracy Murphy (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 94dTM
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 94 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%94%95%MarAprMayJunJulAugJohnny Montgomery (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%JMHarold Collins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%HCBrooke Gann (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%BGTracy Murphy (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Ultra-Luxury Detached Home has stabilized over the last 2 months, with sellers receiving 94%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($800K - $1.2M)
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
96d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
BG
Brooke Gann
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
TM
Tracy Murphy
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
AH
Aaron Hosey
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JH
Jordan Hosey
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
PH
Paula Holly
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JM
Johnny Montgomery
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
HC
Harold Collins
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
KC
Katie Crommelin
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JH
Jordan Hosey
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
CO
Cathy OBerry
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%

Townhomes

111AprMayJulAug
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
$173K$204K$235KMarAprMayJunJulAugAna Avalos (Buyer): Median Price $180KAAShanta Torbert (Buyer): Median Price $224KSTMichael Harden (Seller): Median Price $228KMHMelissa Wise (Seller): Median Price $224KMWHilary Cleveland (Seller): Median Price $180KHCSherry Frye (Seller): Median Price $180KSF
The average price in the Entry Level Townhome segment has softened by 20% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
21d55d88dMarAprMayJunJulAugAna Avalos (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dAAShanta Torbert (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 40dSTMichael Harden (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 29dMHMelissa Wise (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 40dMWHilary Cleveland (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 80dHCSherry Frye (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 80dSF
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Townhome is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 80 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%97%101%MarAprMayJunJulAugAna Avalos (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%AAShanta Torbert (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%STMichael Harden (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MHMelissa Wise (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MWHilary Cleveland (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%HCSherry Frye (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%SF
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Townhome market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 95%.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
($160K - $230K)
DEALS
6
AVG. DOM
49d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
MH
Michael Harden
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
ET
Emma Tucker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
MW
Melissa Wise
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
HC
Hilary Cleveland
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
SF
Sherry Frye
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
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
Shanta Torbert
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
BK
Bob Kuykendall
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$309K$309K$309KMarAprMayJunJulAugLaurie 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
77d77d77dMarAprMayJunJulAugLaurie 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%MarAprMayJunJulAugLaurie 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
Laurie Valentine
Top Buyer
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$230KMarAprMayJunJulAugJonathan 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
78d78d78dMarAprMayJunJulAugJonathan 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%MarAprMayJunJulAugJonathan 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
Jonathan Dickey
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
88%

Helena Real Estate Market Trends September 2026

Total Active Listings
97
Recently Listed (7d)
0
market entries
Average List Price
$458K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
6
16
68
5
95
Townhome
2
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Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a active environment in Helena, AL. Inventory is at 3.2 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 Helena, AL real estate?

Currently, $395,000 represents the median entry point in Helena, AL. Over the past half-year, home values in Helena have moved upward by approximately 7% 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 99.1%. On average, properties in Helena are transitioning from active to sold status in 47 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 1% higher 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 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 Helena, AL?

Our transaction-level analysis puts Di Anne Taylor at the top for Mid-Market Detached Home listings 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 Mid-Market Detached Home in Helena, AL?

If you're hunting for a Mid-Market Detached Home in Helena, AL, Jenn Saliba's track record speaks for itself. When inventory is limited, speed matters. Their track record in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment shows they consistently move faster than most buyer's agents — without sacrificing due diligence.

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.

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

Richard Smith has a strong showing as a buyer's agent in Helena's High-End Detached Home market. 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.

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

For those looking to purchase a Entry Level Townhome in Helena, AL, April Vining has the deal history to support the choice. For buyers competing in the Entry Level Townhome 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 Mobile/Manufactured Home in Helena, AL?

Navigating Helena's Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home market as a buyer? Jonathan Dickey is among the most effective agents in this niche. Their buyer transactions in the Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home category in Helena, AL reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally.

Which agent is best for buying a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Helena, AL?

Johnny Montgomery has helped buyers close on Ultra-Luxury Detached Home properties in Helena, 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.