Best Real Estate Agents in Essex County, VA• Updated

Explore the top-ranked real estate agents across Essex County, VA. Our 2026 rankings are built from closed transaction data, helping you compare agents by real performance — not just marketing.

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Essex County, VA real estate market is currently a Balanced Market. Homes are retaining 98% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 50 active listings and 14 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 2.6 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 7%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 12%. Transaction speed in Essex is currently 4 days slower than the broader Virginia benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Essex County, VA

Detached Homes

47.511FebMarAprMayJunJul
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 9% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 6 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$83K$169K$255KFebMarAprMayJunJulSusan Titus (Buyer): Median Price $229KSTJoshua Griffin (Buyer): Median Price $215KJGBarbara Reilly (Buyer): Median Price $150KBRBrandon Prince (Buyer): Median Price $235KBPPatti Minor (Seller): Median Price $225KPMPatti Minor (Seller): Median Price $229KPMAmanda Hardesty (Seller): Median Price $103KAHAshley Gibbs (Seller): Median Price $103KAGWade Wilkins (Seller): Median Price $190KWW
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 23% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
23d70d117dFebMarAprMayJunJulSusan Titus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 102dSTJoshua Griffin (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 106dJGBarbara Reilly (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 36dBRBrandon Prince (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 54dBPPatti Minor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dPMPatti Minor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 102dPMAmanda Hardesty (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 34dAHAshley Gibbs (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 34dAGWade Wilkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dWW
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 84 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
88%97%107%FebMarAprMayJunJulSusan Titus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%STJoshua Griffin (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%JGBarbara Reilly (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%BRBrandon Prince (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BPPatti Minor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 105%PMPatti Minor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%PMAmanda Hardesty (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%AHAshley Gibbs (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%AGWade Wilkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%WW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Entry Level Detached Home has stabilized over the last 4 months, with sellers receiving 96%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
18
AVG. DOM
67d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
PM
Patti Minor
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
AH
Amanda Hardesty
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
AG
Ashley Gibbs
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
JT
1-3
30-60 days
100%
WW
Wade Wilkins
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
ST
Susan Titus
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
90%
JG
1-3
> 60 days
92%
BR
1-3
30-60 days
94%
RB
Ruby Brabo
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
BP
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$245K$375K$505KFebMarAprMayJunJulNON MLS USER MLS (Buyer): Median Price $310KNMPatti Minor (Buyer): Median Price $395KPMRachel Douglas (Buyer): Median Price $475KRDHolly Baker (Seller): Median Price $310KHBHolly Baker (Seller): Median Price $300KHBPatti Minor (Seller): Median Price $275KPMPatti Minor (Seller): Median Price $330KPMBlakely Smith (Seller): Median Price $390KBSRachel Douglas (Seller): Median Price $402KRD
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 16% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
17d100d183dFebMarAprMayJunJulNON MLS USER MLS (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 37dNMPatti Minor (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 68dPMRachel Douglas (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dRDHolly Baker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 37dHBHolly Baker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 164dHBPatti Minor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 36dPMPatti Minor (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 47dPMBlakely Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dBSRachel Douglas (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 149dRD
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 64 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%97%103%FebMarAprMayJunJulNON MLS USER MLS (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NMPatti Minor (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%PMRachel Douglas (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RDHolly Baker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%HBHolly Baker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%HBPatti Minor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%PMPatti Minor (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%PMBlakely Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BSRachel Douglas (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RD
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 98%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
63
AVG. DOM
72d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
HB
Holly Baker
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
PM
Patti Minor
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SH
Susan Hinz
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
BS
Blakely Smith
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
RD
Rachel Douglas
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
NM
1-3
> 60 days
100%
PM
Patti Minor
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
RD
1-3
30-60 days
100%
1-3
> 60 days
85%
JW
James Wallace
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
102%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$403K$497K$591KFebMarAprMayJunJulRichard Heintze (Buyer): Median Price $425KRHCameron Wood (Buyer): Median Price $569KCWRachel Douglas (Buyer): Median Price $530KRDPatti Minor (Buyer): Median Price $542KPMAnn Mink (Seller): Median Price $425KAM
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has softened by 13% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
29d80d131dFebMarAprMayJunJulRichard Heintze (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 71dRHCameron Wood (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dCWRachel Douglas (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 119dRDPatti Minor (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 41dPMAnn Mink (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 44dAM
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 67 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%98%101%FebMarAprMayJunJulRichard Heintze (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%RHCameron Wood (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%CWRachel Douglas (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%RDPatti Minor (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%PMAnn Mink (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%AM
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 96%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
11
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
MC
1-3
30-60 days
101%
AM
Ann Mink
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
RP
Rachel Porter
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
PM
Patti Minor
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SA
Steven Adams
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
RH
1-3
> 60 days
96%
PT
Peter Tucker
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
CW
Cameron Wood
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
RD
1-3
> 60 days
98%
PM
Patti Minor
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$1M$1M$1MFebMarAprMayJunJulNON MLS USER MLS (Buyer): Median Price $1MNMMaria Belvin (Seller): Median Price $1MMB
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $1M.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
39d39d39dFebMarAprMayJunJulNON MLS USER MLS (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dNMMaria Belvin (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dMB
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 39 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%95%95%FebMarAprMayJunJulNON MLS USER MLS (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%NMMaria Belvin (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%MB
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 95% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
47d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
RS
Raven Sickal
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
104%
MB
1-3
> 60 days
96%
MB
Maria Belvin
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
NM
1-3
30-60 days
95%
DB
Deanne Butler
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%

Townhomes

111May
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 1 transactions recently.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$206K$206K$206KFebMarAprMayJunJulTom Muldoon (Buyer): Median Price $206KTMCinthia Neumer (Seller): Median Price $206KCN
The Entry Level Townhome tier commands a price of $206K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
62d62d62dFebMarAprMayJunJulTom Muldoon (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 62dTMCinthia Neumer (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 62dCN
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Entry Level range average 62 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
103%103%104%FebMarAprMayJunJulTom Muldoon (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%TMCinthia Neumer (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%CN
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Townhome assets receive 103% of list price.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
104%
CN
Cinthia Neumer
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
103%
TM
Tom Muldoon
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
103%

Essex Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
50
Recently Listed (7d)
0
market entries
Average List Price
$497K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
4
4
Detached Home
1
12
25
8
46

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Essex County, VA performing right now?

The data indicates a active environment in Essex County, VA. Inventory is at 2.6 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 Essex County, VA real estate?

Currently, $320,000 represents the median entry point in Essex County, VA. Over the past half-year, home values in Essex have moved downward by approximately 7% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Essex County, VA getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in Essex County, VA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 97.7%. On average, properties in Essex are transitioning from active to sold status in 62 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Holly Baker ranks at the top of our Essex leaderboard — with 4 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 33. 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 Essex County, VA market compare to Virginia trends?

Essex County, VA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Virginia region. Median home values are currently 22% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Essex.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Detached Home in Essex County, VA?

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Essex County, VA may want to work with Susan Titus. 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 Essex County, VA?

Our transaction-level analysis puts Holly Baker at the top for Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Essex County, VA. Holly Baker has consistently held closer to asking price than the typical Mid-Market Detached Home agent in Essex County, VA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most.

Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Detached Home in Essex County, VA?

If you're hunting for a Mid-Market Detached Home in Essex County, VA, NON MLS USER MLS'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 Entry Level Detached Home homes in Essex County, VA?

Patti Minor has been particularly active in Essex's Entry Level Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. 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 Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Essex County, VA?

NON MLS USER MLS has a strong showing as a buyer's agent in Essex's Ultra-Luxury 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.

Who is a top listing agent for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home homes in Essex County, VA?

Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home homes in Essex County, VA have found a reliable partner in Raven Sickal, based on closed deal data. Speed and price retention together are the hardest combination to find in a single agent. Their track record in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home category in Essex County, VA reflects both.

Which agent is best for buying a High-End Detached Home in Essex County, VA?

Navigating Essex's High-End Detached Home market as a buyer? Richard Heintze is among the most effective agents in this niche. 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 Entry Level Townhome homes in Essex County, VA?

Cinthia Neumer specializes in Entry Level Townhome properties and has built a measurable edge in Essex's market. Our algorithm ranks them based on closed transaction outcomes in the Entry Level Townhome segment, not self-reported volume or marketing activity. The ranking reflects actual local performance.

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