Best Real Estate Agent in Raleigh, NC: Who Sells the Most Homes and How to Choose

Caul Group Residential, brokered by eXp Realty

RealTrends Verified 2026, based on 2025 sales, ranks Caul Team #1 in Raleigh by sides and by volume. If you want the team RealTrends ranks first in Raleigh, that is Caul Group Residential. We would love to earn your sale.

Rankings are a good start. Below is how to pick the right agent for your part of Raleigh, plus what the market is doing right now.

Who sells the most homes in Raleigh

RealTrends is an independent group that ranks real estate teams by closed sales. Here is how RealTrends Verified 2026 (based on 2025 sales) ranks Caul Team:

  • #1 in Raleigh by sides and by volume.
  • #54 in the U.S. by sides (702) and #51 by volume ($360.25M).

See the RealTrends profile.

A "side" is one side of a sale. Helping a seller is one side. Helping a buyer is one side.

Caul Group closed over 800 homes across the Triangle in the last 12 months (eXp Realty dashboard, Oct 2026). Caul Group has sold 5,436 homes since 2014. We count each buyer and seller side. Caul Group closed 182 homes in Raleigh in the last 12 months (Caul Group transaction records, Oct 2026).

How to choose a Raleigh agent

Raleigh covers about 147 square miles of land (U.S. Census, 2020). A condo near downtown, a historic home inside the Beltline and a newer home in North Raleigh are very different sales. So start with fit.

Ask every agent:

  • Which part of Raleigh do you sell in most? Show me your sales near my street.
  • Have you sold homes like mine? Same age, same style, same price range?
  • If my home is in a historic district, how do you handle the rules for exterior changes?
  • How will you price my home, and which sales will you compare it to?
  • How fast do you call back? Who else on your team will help me?
  • What is your fee, and what is included? Put it in writing.

Raleigh also has two kinds of historic districts. Oakwood, for example, is both a National Register district and a local Historic Overlay District, which has its own rules (City of Raleigh). If you live in one, your agent should know how that affects buyers.

Selling in Raleigh: pricing, prep and timing

Pricing. Raleigh's median sale price was $414,802 in the three months ending September 2026, down 4.6% from a year earlier (Redfin). That is a city-wide number. Your home's price comes from close, recent sales that match it.

Prep. Fix what buyers will notice first: paint, lights, doors, the yard. Clean, bright photos come next.

Timing. Homes took a median of 44 days to sell in that same period, up from 38 days a year earlier. Plan for a little more time than last year, and price right from day one.

Buying in Raleigh: where to start

Start with your daily drive, your budget and the kind of home you want. Then look at parts of town that fit all three.

Neighborhood guides coming soon: Wakefield, Brier Creek and North Hills. Every guide will include current homes for sale.

Want room to roam? Dix Park, near downtown, is a 308-acre city park (City of Raleigh).

The Raleigh market right now

Here is the latest from Redfin (three months ending September 2026):

  • Median sale price: $414,802 (down 4.6% year over year).
  • Median days on market: 44 days (38 days a year earlier).
  • Homes sold in September 2026: 1,298 (1,409 in September 2025).

Raleigh is home to about 506,306 people (U.S. Census estimate, July 1, 2025).

Why Caul Group

  • #1 in Raleigh by sides and by volume (RealTrends Verified 2026, based on 2025 sales).
  • Caul Group is the #1-ranked NC and SC team on eXp Realty's U.S. team lists (2024 and 2025).
  • 5,436 homes sold since 2014. We count each buyer and seller side.
  • Led by Tina Caul, in Raleigh real estate since 2001. Tina has $3B in career sales and over 1,000 personal sales.
  • 5.0 stars on Zillow from 1,200+ reviews (Oct 2026).
  • As Seen On: TEDx (2019), SUCCESS Magazine (2022), HGTV's House Hunters.

We work from our office at 201 Shannon Oaks Circle, Suite 200, Cary, NC 27511. Caul Group Residential is brokered by eXp Realty, and we serve all of Raleigh.

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Meet a few of our Raleigh agents

Here are a few of the Caul Group agents who help Raleigh buyers and sellers.

  • Tina Caul, founder and CEO. Tina has been in Raleigh real estate since 2001. She was on the cover of Triangle Real Producers in October 2017 and February 2022.
  • Emily Brown. Emily has been licensed since 2013. Triangle Real Producers featured her as a Team Champion in June 2025.
  • Minda Coe. Minda helps buyers and sellers across Wake County. Triangle Real Producers featured her as a Team Champion in March 2025.
  • Ashley Bommarito. Ashley has been licensed since 2016. Triangle Real Producers named her a Rising Star in July 2021 and featured her again in May 2026.
  • Danielle Harvey. Danielle came to real estate from new home sales, so she knows builder contracts well. Triangle Real Producers featured her as a Trailblazer in August 2022.
  • Trevor Miller. Trevor helps buyers and sellers across the Triangle. He often helps clients who are buying and selling at the same time.

What clients say

Read our 1,200+ Zillow reviews. We have 5.0 stars on Zillow from 1,200+ reviews (Oct 2026).

“She was timely, answered all our questions, gave good advice, and ultimately found us a qualified buyer and took us through all the complexities of selling a property with an HOA. Her whole team was a delight to work with.” (Carlene A., seller, Zillow, Nov 2025)

“As a first-time homebuyer, I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor than Minda. ... Minda is exceptionally knowledgeable, professional, organized, and communicative, and she negotiated effectively.” (Kevin A., buyer, Zillow, Oct 2025)

Raleigh real estate FAQs

Who sells the most homes in Raleigh?

RealTrends Verified 2026, based on 2025 sales, ranks Caul Team #1 in Raleigh by sides and by volume. You can check the ranking on the RealTrends Caul Team profile.

How many homes does Caul Group sell in Raleigh?

Caul Group closed 182 homes in Raleigh in the last 12 months (Caul Group transaction records, Oct 2026).

How do I choose a listing agent in Raleigh?

Pick an agent who sells in your part of Raleigh and has sold homes like yours. Ask to see recent sales near your street, a written pricing plan and the fee in writing. Interview at least two agents and compare.

What happens to my Raleigh tax bill after the Wake County revaluation?

Wake County's next revaluation takes effect January 1, 2027. Owners should start getting new assessed value notices by January 22, 2027, and the planned appeal deadline is April 30, 2027 (Wake County Tax Administration). Your bill depends on the new value and on the tax rates local leaders set, so a higher value does not always mean a matching jump in your bill.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Raleigh?

Costs depend on your price, your loan payoff and the terms you agree to. Agent fees are negotiable. Other costs can include repairs, attorney fees and any credits you give the buyer. Ask your agent for a written net sheet before you list.

What parts of Raleigh do you serve?

All of Raleigh, from downtown and inside the Beltline to North Raleigh, Brier Creek and Wakefield. We also serve Cary, Apex, Durham and towns across the Triangle.

Can you help me sell in Raleigh and buy in Cary or Apex?

Yes. Many moves cross town lines. One team can line up both sales, so your dates and money work together. See our Cary agent page and Apex agent page.

Which schools serve a Raleigh address?

Base school assignments come from the Wake County Public School System, and they can change. Check any address with the WCPSS address lookup.

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