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Top-Rated Real Estate Agents in Lorain, OH
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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 16 real estate agents in Lorain, OH by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Chase Group - Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan with a 4.9-star rating from 272 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Russell Real Estate Services and Lorain County Homebuyers, LLC. The average rating across all listed real estate agents in Lorain is 4.6 stars from 75 reviews per business on average.
Real estate agents in Lorain 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.
Local Market Snapshot
16
Businesses listed
4.6★
Avg rating
75
Avg reviews
May 17, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Real Estate Agents
Chase Group - Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
260 S Main St #114, Amherst, OH 44001, USA
Russell Real Estate Services
36178 Center Ridge Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039, USA
Lorain County Homebuyers, LLC
350 N Leavitt Rd #493, Amherst, OH 44001, USA
Real Estate Agents Rankings in Lorain, OH
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Chase Group - Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan260 S Main St #114, Amherst, OH 44001, USA | 4.9★ | 272 |
| #2 | Russell Real Estate Services36178 Center Ridge Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039, USA | 4.9★ | 230 |
| #3 | Lorain County Homebuyers, LLC350 N Leavitt Rd #493, Amherst, OH 44001, USA | 5.0★ | 113 |
| #4 | The Swanzer Agency Realtors8085 Leavitt Rd, Amherst, OH 44001, USA | 4.8★ | 69 |
| #5 | Russell Real Estate Services - Amherst Office201 N Leavitt Rd, Amherst, OH 44001, USA | 4.8★ | 147 |
| #6 | Century 21 DeAnna Realty125 Hilliard Rd, Elyria, OH 44035, USA | 4.7★ | 58 |
| #7 | RE/MAX Above & Beyond: Holly Wilsey, Realtor404 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052, USA | 4.8★ | 22 |
| #8 | Realtywise Real Estate Services4024 Colorado Ave, Sheffield, OH 44054, USA | 3.4★ | 28 |
| #9 | RE/MAX Above & Beyond Lorain404 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052, USA | 5.0★ | 8 |
| #10 | Howard Hanna Amherst1711 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Amherst, OH 44001, USA | 4.6★ | 34 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Real Estate Agents in Lorain
The Swanzer Agency Realtors
8085 Leavitt Rd, Amherst, OH 44001, USA
Russell Real Estate Services - Amherst Office
201 N Leavitt Rd, Amherst, OH 44001, USA
Century 21 DeAnna Realty
125 Hilliard Rd, Elyria, OH 44035, USA
RE/MAX Above & Beyond: Holly Wilsey, Realtor
404 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Realtywise Real Estate Services
4024 Colorado Ave, Sheffield, OH 44054, USA
RE/MAX Above & Beyond Lorain
404 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Howard Hanna Amherst
1711 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Amherst, OH 44001, USA
Landlord Leasing Inc
5075 Oberlin Ave B, Lorain, OH 44053, USA
Edge Property Management
105 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053, USA
RNS Real Estate LLC
3114 Pearl Ave, Lorain, OH 44055, USA
Lori Elswick, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lucien Realty
260 N Main St, Amherst, OH 44001, USA
Walnut Creek Property Management
43209 N Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH 44035, USA
Karlene Liserio, Ecker Real Estate Company
1606 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Real Estate Agents in Lorain
What is the difference between a buyer's agent and a listing agent in Lorain?
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 Lorain 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 Lorain?
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 Lorain, 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 OH?
Search the OH 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 Lorain?
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 Lorain? A good agent answers these without hesitation.
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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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