Best Real Estate Agents in Salem, VA• Updated
Looking for the best real estate agent in Salem, VA? This page compares realtors in Salem within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Salem, VA or help buying a home in Salem, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.
Market Pulse: Hot 🔥
The Salem, VA real estate market is currently a Seller's Market. Homes are selling at 97% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 36 active listings and 44 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.9 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 8%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 7%.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Salem, VA
Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →
Detached Homes
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $192K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 53 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Detached Homes received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 4% over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Homes fell 14% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 51 days. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 99%.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $549K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 84 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $821K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 84 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Condos/Co-ops
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $206K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 57 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Condos/Co-ops received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $292K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 98 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Townhomes
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Townhome tier had a median sale price of $204K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Entry Level range averaged 49 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Townhomes received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Townhome tier had a median sale price of $290K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Mid-Market range averaged 50 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Townhomes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mobile/Manufactured Homes
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home tier had a median sale price of $125K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Mobile/Manufactured Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 66 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Homes received 83% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Mobile/Manufactured Home tier had a median sale price of $253K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Mobile/Manufactured Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 37 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Mobile/Manufactured Homes received 101% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $215K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Entry Level range averaged 136 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 86% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $322K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Mid-Market range averaged 35 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 101% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Salem Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Condo/Co-op | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Detached Home | 4 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 31 |
| Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Townhome | — | — | 3 | — | 3 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Salem, VA performing right now?
The data indicates a high-intensity seller's market in Salem, VA. Inventory is at 0.9 months of supply. Inventory is critically low, meaning well-priced homes move rapidly, often with multiple offers.
What are the current pricing trends for Salem, VA real estate?
Currently, $348,000 represents the median entry point in Salem, VA. Over the past half-year, home values in Salem have moved downward by approximately 8% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Salem, VA getting their full asking price?
Sellers hold the edge, though homes are closing slightly below asking in Salem, VA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 97.4%. On average, properties in Salem are transitioning from active to sold status in 55 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Salem, VA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Salem, VA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Robert Fralin (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 13 closed listings), MEG SMITH (High-End Detached Homes, 18 closed listings), LEAH HEDRICK (Entry Level Detached Homes, 3 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
MICHAEL BELCHER has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Salem, VA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 4 closed purchases in this segment (8 in Salem, VA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
MICHAEL BELCHER has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Salem, VA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 4 closed purchases in this segment (8 in Salem, VA overall).
Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
If you're selling a Mid-Market Detached Home in Salem, VA, the data points to Robert Fralin as a standout choice. Their Mid-Market Detached Home closings in Salem, VA show an above-average sale-to-list ratio for this segment — a sign of skilled pricing and negotiation that protects seller value. Based on 13 closed listings in this segment (17 in Salem, VA overall).
Who is a top listing agent for High-End Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
Our transaction-level analysis puts MEG SMITH at the top for High-End Detached Home listings in Salem, VA. MEG SMITH has held closer to asking price than the typical High-End Detached Home agent in Salem, VA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most. Based on 18 closed listings in this segment (25 in Salem, VA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
LEAH HEDRICK has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Salem, VA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.
Which agent is best for buying a High-End Detached Home in Salem, VA?
Buyers targeting High-End Detached Homes in Salem, VA may want to work with MEG SMITH. Their buyer transactions in the High-End Detached Home category in Salem, VA reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally. Based on 10 closed purchases in this segment (12 in Salem, VA overall).
Who is a top listing agent for Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
Among agents with recent closings in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home space, MEG SMITH has the strongest performance metrics in Salem, VA. In a category where leaving money on the table is easy, their sale-to-list performance in this segment stands above the local benchmark — reflecting an ability to negotiate and price effectively. Based on 7 closed listings in this segment (25 in Salem, VA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Salem, VA?
LISA SANTACATERINA has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Salem, VA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment.