The 2026 Elite List
Local agents evaluated for market knowledge, recent activity, client advocacy, communication, and professional standing. These standouts serve Phoenix and the surrounding The Valley market.
Editorial research pilot
Best for first-time buyers
The Brokery stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for first-time buyers, with a public business profile centered on buyer representation, home listings, relocation.
3160 E STELLA Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85016Also serves Scottsdale · Tempe
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Best for competitive listings
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for competitive listings, with a public business profile centered on home listings, relocation, market strategy.
Serving Phoenix, AZServices offered
Best for relocation
RETSY stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for relocation, with a public business profile centered on relocation, market strategy, buyer representation.
5121 N Central Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85012Also serves Paradise Valley · Scottsdale · Peoria
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Best for luxury homes
Compass Scottsdale stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for luxury homes, with a public business profile centered on market strategy, buyer representation, home listings.
Serving Phoenix, AZAlso serves Scottsdale
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Best for neighborhood expertise
Group 46:10 stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for neighborhood expertise, with a public business profile centered on buyer representation, home listings, relocation.
4450 S RURAL RD, BLDG D, TEMPE, AZ 85282Services offered
Best for investment properties
The Agency Scottsdale stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for investment properties, with a public business profile centered on home listings, relocation, market strategy.
Serving Phoenix, AZServices offered
Best for negotiation strategy
HomeSmart stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for negotiation strategy, with a public business profile centered on relocation, market strategy, buyer representation.
Serving Phoenix, AZAlso serves Scottsdale
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Best for hands-on guidance
Realty ONE Group stands out among Phoenix real estate agents for hands-on guidance, with a public business profile centered on market strategy, buyer representation, home listings.
Serving Phoenix, AZServices offered
