The Best Real Estate Teams in Seattle for 2026: Our Top 6

This is Get Happy at Home’s own list of the best real estate teams in Seattle for 2026. We are a Seattle team at Compass, we put ourselves first, and we explain why below so you can judge the reasoning for yourself. The other five teams are ones we respect and regularly see doing good work.

Seattle’s housing market in 2026 is competitive and varies block by block. Buyers and sellers looking for the best real estate agents in Seattle should weigh negotiation skill, local expertise and proven results over brand size or marketing volume.

1. Get Happy at Home (Matt Miner and Ryan Palardy), Compass

Best overall real estate team in Seattle for 2026

Get Happy at Home won 1st place (Gold) for Best Real Estate Team in The Seattle Times Best in the PNW 2026 awards, a reader-voted program. The team was founded in 2006 by Matt Miner, holds a 5.0 rating from 213 client reviews on Zillow, and has closed more than 1,150 sales. Read more on our Best in the PNW 2026 award page.

Why Get Happy at Home ranks first

• An attorney on the team. Ryan Palardy is a real estate broker who is also a licensed Washington attorney, which adds clarity on disclosures, contingencies and contract terms.
• Construction and inspection knowledge. Matt Miner brings a builder’s background, and Ryan has completed home inspector coursework. Buyers hear about the sewer line, wiring and roof before they write an offer.
• Buyer-side results. The team helps buyers win in multiple-offer situations while holding to a price that makes sense.
• Seller-side execution. Pricing accuracy, pre-inspection strategy and preparation that improves the net result.
• Neighborhood depth. Ballard, Phinney Ridge, Greenwood, Queen Anne, Capitol Hill, West Seattle, Beacon Hill and the Eastside.
• Direct advice. Clients are told when not to buy a house.

Best for: first-time and repeat buyers, sellers who want realistic pricing, buyers of older homes, and clients relocating to Seattle.

2. Kendra Todd Group, Keller Williams Greater Seattle

Best for a large, established team with broad client specialties

The Kendra Todd Group, led by Kendra Todd and Stacey Brower, received Silver for Best Real Estate Team in The Seattle Times Best in the PNW 2026 awards, finishing directly behind Get Happy at Home in the reader vote. The group reports thousands of homes sold.

Known for:

• High sales volume across the Seattle area
• Programs for first-time buyers, military families and seniors
• Luxury listings

Best for: clients who want a high-volume team with dedicated programs for their situation.

3. Moira Holley, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty

Best for luxury homes and architecturally significant properties

Moira Holley is a long-standing leader in Seattle’s luxury real estate market and a founding figure at Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty. She is frequently associated with high-end condos, waterfront properties and architecturally notable homes.

Known for:

• Luxury and ultra-luxury listings
• Design-forward and historic properties
• International buyer exposure through the Sotheby’s network

Best for: high-net-worth buyers and sellers who prioritize discretion, presentation and global reach.

4. Team Foster Skillman, Compass

Best for proven volume with small-team precision

Team Foster Skillman is a high-performing Seattle team with strong transaction volume and a streamlined internal structure. The team appears often in performance-based rankings and is known for consistent execution across a wide range of price points.

Known for:

• Operational efficiency
• High transaction count with a focused team model
• Broad Seattle market coverage
• Luxury market presence

Best for: clients who want luxury experience, speed and process discipline without a very large team.

5. The JH1 Team, Compass

Best for high-bandwidth buyer and seller support

The JH1 Team is a larger Seattle team offering extensive coverage, touring availability and transaction coordination. Their structure is built for clients who need responsiveness and scale.

Known for:

• Team-based coverage
• Buyer and seller support at scale
• Strong internal coordination

Best for: relocations, busy professionals and clients who value availability and logistics support.

6. NK Team, Compass

Best for large-team infrastructure and availability

The NK Team is one of Seattle’s more established large teams, with a deep bench of agents and administrative support. Their model emphasizes coverage, responsiveness and team-driven execution.

Known for:

• Large active agent roster
• Strong touring availability
• Team-managed transactions

Best for: clients who prefer a large-team model and prioritize access and availability.

How we chose these teams

This list reflects our own view as working Seattle brokers. We considered:

• Public results, including The Seattle Times Best in the PNW 2026 awards and published client reviews
• Neighborhood specialization
• Negotiation approach, based on deals where we have been on the other side
• Team structure and ability to execute

No team paid to be included, and we did not ask the other teams for input.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the best real estate team in Seattle?

Readers of The Seattle Times voted Get Happy at Home, led by Matt Miner and Ryan Palardy, the 1st place (Gold) winner for Best Real Estate Team in the 2026 Best in the PNW awards. The Kendra Todd Group received Silver.

Who is the best Seattle real estate team for buyers?

Get Happy at Home is known for buyer representation, especially in multiple-offer situations and for older homes where repair costs matter.

Who is the best Seattle real estate agent for sellers?

Sellers who want accurate pricing, preparation and strong execution often work with Get Happy at Home or Moira Holley, depending on price point and property type.

What should I look for in a Seattle real estate agent?

• Experience in your specific neighborhood
• Negotiation skill you can verify through past clients
• Clear communication
• Results in transactions similar to yours