HomeLight examines the transaction history for the 9,420 active Oakland real estate agents to find the best ones. The top 3% of real estate agents in Oakland get homes off the market in 32 days and sell for $174,087 more than the average.
Oakland’s top REALTORS® and Real Estate Agents
Top Agents List updated on May 29th, 2023
Transactions: High to Low
Brett Jennings is an award-winning luxury home marketing specialist and also holds a certificate in negotiation from Harvard Law. In 2017, the Wall Street Journal recognized Brett and his team as one of the top 250 real estate groups in the United States. With over one million agents in the country, this prestigious...
Brett Jennings's reviews
"We recently sold our rental property that the tenants had completely destroyed. Brett Jennings & his team did an amazing job of rehabbing the home, getting it to market quickly, and getting us well above our list price. We couldn't be more happy. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
1,450
Average Price Point
$1.6M
Years of Experience
21
The Renée White Team serves the needs of sellers, buyers, and investors using skillful negotiation, local area expertise, and a strong focus on customer service. A top producing team since 2004, the Renée White Team has an average time on the market of 13 days and with over 200 sales per year, more than 25 times mo...
Renée White's reviews
"A++ experience. I was born and raised in the Walnut Creek area. Renee was able to introduce us to a neighborhood we didn't know existed which allowed us to purchase a home that had everything we wanted and in our budget. Highly recommend!..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
638
Average Price Point
$1M
Years of Experience
19
Joe works under Compass Joe is a single family home expert. Joe is also a real estate broker and ranks as the #1 AGENT IN CLOSED SALES VOLUME SINCE 2009 We have data on 118 of Joe’s transactions. This real estate agent most often represents the seller (84% of the time), but they also have experience representing ...
Joe Frazzano's reviews
"My husband and I recently listed our home with Joe Frazzano. We had interview several other top producing agents to be sure we were making the best “who to hire” agent decision. We both felt very comfortable with Joe from the very beginning. Joe was very detailed in his explanation of his entire marketing plan and ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
462
Average Price Point
$1.6M
Years of Experience
35
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Real estate isn’t about sales, it’s about service, and award-winning agent Nicole Causey delivers it in spades. Her ethics, integrity, accessibility, and communication have made her a sought-after professional whose clients eagerly enlist her services again and again. Canadian-born but Bay Area-raised, Nicole’s fam...
Nicole Causey's reviews
"Nicole is top-notch. As our listing agent, she moved fast with listing, repairs, and staging. She had a team of people she could call for about any problem or issue and she took care of everything (and quickly). We had our first open house 13 days after first talking with her. When receiving offers, she was..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
306
Average Price Point
$1.2M
Years of Experience
19
Alain Pinel Realtors
David Gunderman (Broker) began his career in real estate in 2000, was joined by husband Andrew Raskopf (Broker) in 2003, and together they have become the most successful real estate team in the East Bay. David, a summa cum laude graduate of UCLA, and Andrew, a graduate of New York University, proudly reside in Oakl...
Home Transactions
287
Average Price Point
$1.5M
Years of Experience
22
We are conscientious agents with a strong work ethic whose underlying philosophy of “service first” means our clients’ needs are paramount. We provide the utmost service with trust, transparency, and integrity. We work closely with our clients to educate and inform them at each step of a transaction. Our high regard...
J & L Foster's reviews
"We met Jon and Leslie by chance when we started looking for a house in Castro Valley and we could not have been more fortunate in finding a realtor team. Jon and Leslie were relentless in their pursuit of a suitable home for my family. We were at a very competitive price point and the demand for houses far exceede..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
285
Average Price Point
$1M
Years of Experience
19
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Rama Mehra is a Top Realtor in San Ramon, with $1.1B in sales, Rama is the real estate agent whom clients want on their side, bar none, and she has garnered industry-wide praise from clients and agents alike. Rama moved to the U.S. in 1999 from Nairobi, Kenya and first made her mark in broadcasting and the nonprofi...
Rama Mehra's reviews
"She did a short sale on my homr very quickly. She was always available to answer questions...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
224
Average Price Point
$1.4M
Years of Experience
19
Team Leader REALTOR®, CRS, HAFA Certified, Listing Specialist As a practicing Real Estate Professional and Team Leader, Carl is ranked among the San Francisco East Bay elite. His commitment to professional service and results “better than the rest” has led him to develop state-of-the-art tools guaranteeing the high...
Carl Medford's reviews
"Carl is amazing. After working with a broker that did not meet our needs. Carl stepped in and was extremely patient and thorough explaining the first time home buying process and listen to all our concerns. He was able to problem solve and was a major help with closing our home. I highly recommend Carl!..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
211
Average Price Point
$910K
Years of Experience
22
Joe has formed a group of people who share his vision and passion for helping others achieve their goals and dreams. He employs three full time office assistants and works with three licensed real estate agents who are all part of the Joe Schembri Real Estate Team, making him easily accessible and effective to clien...
Joe Schembri's reviews
"Joe and his partner Joe Suryan were absolutely fantastic. Did an excellent job of setting exceptions going in, organizing proper marketing and staging, and were very, very active in helping us sift through multiple offers and situations. Very professional and got us top $ for our home...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
195
Average Price Point
$1.6M
Years of Experience
38
For 20 years, Craig Ackerman has been adding value to his clients’ home sales. He likes to present options for broadening a property’s appeal through quick, strategic cosmetic resurfacing. Most clients follow his plan, allowing him to deliver the highest possible selling price. He often sets new price records in...
Craig Ackerman's reviews
"My mother passed and left a 3rd party trustee in charge of her estate. We needed to sell a tear down duplex. The trustee brought in 6 other top agents in San Francisco that specialized in selling trust property. The trustee wanted to pick one of them when my brothers and I insisted he bring in Craig. Craig sold th..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
194
Average Price Point
$1.4M
Years of Experience
20
How do we select our top agents?
At HomeLight, our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying.
We've analyzed transaction data of local real estate agents and REALTORS® across 6 distinct metrics to recommend a few of Oakland's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
9,420
Vetted
1,131
Top Picks
30
Top Oakland, CA real estate agent stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.4x faster and for 73.9% more money.
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Client FAQs
What does a top real estate agent do?
Top real estate agents have more local expertise, prepare in-depth market analyses, and have industry connections that you can’t find by yourself. They know your neighborhood like the back of their hand and use their market knowledge to sell your home faster than the average agent and for money.
What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in Oakland?
When you sell a house, your real estate agent becomes your business partner, financial advisor, and emotional support system. It’s crucial to partner with someone you trust, so make sure you’re looking for an agent who can answer all of your questions with confidence during the interview. During this process, you want to get to know the agent’s business and find out how well they know the area. You’re listening for things that signal experience, expertise in your community, and workload. Selling a home takes an enormous amount of work, so you need an agent who’s got a plan for prep, pricing, and marketing and who is ready to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Oakland?
Our data shows that the top 5% of listing agents sell homes for as much as (+9%) more than the average real estate agent. A great agent makes a difference when you buy a house, too: We’ve found that the top 5% of buyer's agents on average save their clients 2.5% more on their home purchase. So, whether you’re in the market to find your dream home or sell your house at a great price, the right agent matters. We encourage you to connect with a top real estate agent if you’re buying or selling a home in Oakland, CA.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Oakland?
The best window to contact an agent to sell your home is anywhere from three to six months in advance of your list date. When you start the search for an agent several months before hitting the market, there’s plenty of time to find the best agent, make key renovations, and market your home effectively, all of which are essential steps in selling your home for a great price. You can also hire an agent based on the best time to sell in Oakland to take advantage of seasonal and cyclical trends in the market.
The right time to hire a real estate agent depends on the temperature of the housing market. For example, the best time to sell in Oakland is in May. And since it takes around 3 months to close on a home, you should list in February. We recommend that you hire a real estate agent as soon as you're thinking of selling your home. Generally speaking, that's anywhere from 3 to 6 months prior to your desired move date.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Oakland?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Oakland work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Oakland real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Oakland to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Oakland real estate agent and will only introduce you to the top performing agents. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. To give you the best object recommendations, we consider things like: how fast a real estate agent sells, how many properties they work on, how much money they save or earn their clients, and what cities and neighborhoods they specialize in. You can trust that we’ll match you with the right agents for your needs.