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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 real estate agents in Berkeley, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is The Gunderman Group with a 5.0-star rating from 130 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Declan Spring, REALTOR® | The Home Factor powered by Keller Williams and Alissa Custer - MAJ Realtors. The average rating across all listed real estate agents in Berkeley is 4.9 stars from 60 reviews per business on average.
Real estate agents in Berkeley typically earn 2.5–3% commission per side. Post-NAR settlement, buyer agent fees are negotiable.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Real Estate Agents
The Gunderman Group
Keller Williams Bay Area Portfolio, 2089 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Declan Spring, REALTOR® | The Home Factor powered by Keller Williams
2089 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Alissa Custer - MAJ Realtors
1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Real Estate Agents Rankings in Berkeley, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | The Gunderman GroupKeller Williams Bay Area Portfolio, 2089 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA | 5.0★ | 130 |
| #2 | Declan Spring, REALTOR® | The Home Factor powered by Keller Williams2089 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA | 5.0★ | 105 |
| #3 | Alissa Custer - MAJ Realtors1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA | 5.0★ | 95 |
| #4 | Sarah Ridge, Realtor1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA | 5.0★ | 63 |
| #5 | SG Real Estate2105 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA | 4.2★ | 303 |
| #6 | Derek Han Best Realtor in Berkeley - Residential Real Estate Agent2095 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA | 5.0★ | 58 |
| #7 | Megan Micco, Realtor1625 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709, USA | 5.0★ | 57 |
| #8 | District Homes Real Estate1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA | 4.4★ | 7 |
| #9 | Eileen Townsend & Team801 Delaware St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA | 5.0★ | 38 |
| #10 | Marilyn Garcia, PhD | REALTOR | District Homes1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA | 5.0★ | 18 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Real Estate Agents in Berkeley
Sarah Ridge, Realtor
1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
SG Real Estate
2105 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
Derek Han Best Realtor in Berkeley - Residential Real Estate Agent
2095 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Megan Micco, Realtor
1625 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
District Homes Real Estate
1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Eileen Townsend & Team
801 Delaware St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA
Marilyn Garcia, PhD | REALTOR | District Homes
1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Tracy Palma Realtor, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
2 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
Ellie Ridge, Realtor
1758 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Coldwell Banker Realty - Berkeley
1385 Shattuck Ave. b, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Herman Chan
2 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners, Solomon Cooper, Realtor
2095 Rose St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Kai Real Estate
2991 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
Ira & Carol Serkes, COMPASS Real Estate
1625 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Sexton Group Real Estate | Property Management
1647 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Andrea Gordon | #88 CA Real Estate Agent
801 Delaware St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA
Stea Realty Group
2987 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Real Estate Agents in Berkeley
What is the difference between a buyer's agent and a listing agent in Berkeley?
A buyer's agent represents you when purchasing and is legally obligated to work in your interest. A listing agent represents the seller. In most Berkeley transactions, both are paid from the seller's proceeds. Since the 2024 NAR settlement, buyer's agent compensation is more negotiable — you may be asked to sign a buyer's representation agreement before touring homes. Ask any agent upfront how they are compensated.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Berkeley?
Traditionally 5–6% of the sale price, split between buyer's and seller's agents. Post-2024 NAR settlement, commissions are more openly negotiable. On a $400,000 home in Berkeley, that's $20,000–$24,000 in total commissions. Some agents offer discounted rates for repeat clients or higher-priced properties. Always negotiate.
How do I verify a real estate agent's license in CA?
Search the CA Real Estate Commission's online license lookup. You can also check if they're a Realtor (NAR member) at nar.realtor — Realtors are held to a Code of Ethics beyond basic licensing. Check reviews, sales history, and neighborhood expertise before interviewing agents.
What should I ask a real estate agent before hiring them in Berkeley?
Ask: How many homes have you sold in this neighborhood in the past 12 months? What is your average list-to-sale price ratio? How do you communicate with clients (and how fast do you respond)? What is your marketing strategy for my home? Do you have relationships with lenders, inspectors, and attorneys in Berkeley? A good agent answers these without hesitation.
How are the real estate agents on this page ranked?
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Every real estate agents on RatingsNearMe is scored transparently: star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability (5%). Businesses labeled exclusive or premium are Featured Partners — they have paid for enhanced visibility but must still rank through real customer reviews. We cap sponsored boosts so bad businesses can never buy the top spot.
Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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