District of Columbia is home to 5,811 active real estate agents and 1,198 active real estate offices. There are 5 agents who are known for their trustworthiness, and 38 agents known for being pricing experts.
Over the past 12 months there have been 6,168 active and sold properties, with 113 reviews in total. This is a 8% decrease compared to the previous 12 months.
Sebastien is one of the hardest-working agents I’ve ever worked with. He handled the sale of my rental property with exceptional professionalism, sound judgment, and an impeccable eye for detail. As a knowledgeable investor, I came into the process with a strong understanding of the market and realistic expectations. Even so, Sebastien delivered a higher price and better terms than I would have expected. His pricing strategy, negotiation skills, and overall execution were excellent. What stood out most was how thoroughly he vetted the buyers. It was more rigorous and thoughtful than anything I’ve seen before, and it gave me tremendous confidence throughout the process. He represented my interests exceptionally well from start to finish. I would highly recommend Sebastien to anyone looking for a strategic, diligent, and highly capable agent.
I reached out to Shane for assistance in finding my first property because he always had a great attitude and drive from our time as teammates and friends. He worked very hard and not only got me through the processes but he had a great way of teaching me about all the details and important items every future owner should know. I cannot recommend Shane more. Great Agent!
Shane is knowledgeable about the real estate market and worked with a colleague to price the home attractively, manage all the showings, and was helpful through the closing process. Very smooth and fast.
Seller Review • about 1 month ago

By reputation among people we know, we anticipated Kimberly Cestari would be outstanding even before asking her to be our listing agent. She exceeded our expectations by enormous margins. Most high-quality agents can get sales done for you in a very satisfactory way. Kimberly is on a higher level altogether. We had a very complex sale, involving an emergency situation in which only the most knowledgeable and creative agent could navigate. We lost the original buyer because of a financing-related matter. Rather than starting over, Kimberly knew through extended discussions the other buyers who were most interested. Kimberly put together a process to substitute another buyer — and at a sales price that benefited from a bidding escalation. We loved the sales price. There is no way to convey here how complicated this situation was. I am convinced that only Kimberly could've pulled this off. She has to be the best by far of anyone around. And she knows our former neighborhood thoroughly. One difference (compared to other agents we interviewed) we noticed about Kimberly that she invariably will pause and intently listen to you rather than talk over you, re-direct you and correct you. This way, we achieved a strong working relationship. She's a really wonderful person too. Kimberly was able to pull in many other sales agents because of her extensive outreach network and because they know and trust her. Finally, Kimberly was always easy to keep in touch with. Kimberly is sure to outwork any other agent, to achieve your best interests.
Seller Review • about 1 month ago

By reputation among people we know, we anticipated Kimberly Cestari would be outstanding even before asking her to be our listing agent. She exceeded our expectations by enormous margins. Most high-quality agents can get sales done for you in a very satisfactory way. Kimberly is on a higher level altogether.We had a very complex sale, involving an emergency situation in which only the most knowledgeable and creative agent could navigate. We lost the original buyer because of a financing-related matter. Rather than starting over, Kimberly knew through extended discussions the other buyers who were most interested. Kimberly put together a process to substitute another buyer — and at a sales price that benefited from a bidding escalation. We loved the sales price.There is no way to convey here how complicated this situation was. I am convinced that only Kimberly could've pulled this off. She has to be the best by far of anyone around. And she knows our former neighborhood thoroughly. One difference (compared to other agents we interviewed) we noticed about Kimberly that she invariably will pause and intently listen to you rather than talk over you, re-direct you and correct you. This way, we achieved a strong working relationship. She's a really wonderful person too. Kimberly was able to pull in many other sales agents because of her extensive outreach network and because they know and trust her. Finally, Kimberly was always easy to keep in touch with. Kimberly is sure to outwork any other agent, to achieve your best interests.
I reached out to Shane for assistance in finding my first property because he always had a great attitude and drive from our time as teammates and friends. He worked very hard and not only got me through the processes but he had a great way of teaching me about all the details and important items every future owner should know. I cannot recommend Shane more. Great Agent!
Shane did an excellent job with navigating the competitive market and offered insightful suggestions when considering neighborhoods$ He is also a great negotiator and easy to get along with.
Joe is gracefully persistent, and provides the right level of communication. He's willing to go the extra mile to meet his client's needs. We had a complicated sale and Joe rose to the challenge and partnered with us all the way. Would highly recommend.
Neil was exceptional throughout the entire process of selling my D.C. condo. From the beginning, he was proactive, organized, and incredibly supportive, especially given that this was a probate sale with many moving parts. He consistently brought qualified buyers through the property, hosted well‑run open houses, and kept me updated with clear, thoughtful feedback after every showing. His communication was always prompt and thorough, and he made sure I understood each step of the process. One of the things I appreciated most was his network of reliable, reasonably priced contractors. Their work made the home more appealing without unnecessary costs, and Neil coordinated everything seamlessly. His market knowledge, professionalism, and steady guidance were instrumental in achieving a timely and successful sale. I’m genuinely grateful for his help and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate agent.
Kimberly Cestari pulled off a tour de force. From a tentative placement of our house as a private listing to a complicated cross continent move and settlement, Kimberly helped us find people to do the work—or did it herself. Even a severe storm didn’t daunt her. The sale at asking price was accomplished. Astounding.
81% of sellers reported being happy with their sale price in the last 12 months.
Median sale prices for houses is up 3% YoY making it a great time to consult local agents about selling.
38 agents have earned the Price Expert badge - reflecting their ability to achieve a price that meets or exceeds their clients expectations.
Price and performance data by property type for District of Columbia.
The median sale price for townhouses in District of Columbia is $835.66k, down 3% over the last 12 months. The number of townhouses sold has decreased by 24% over the last 12 months.
District of Columbia stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.
This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 50 reviews in District of Columbia over the last 12 months.
Over the 12 months Compass have sold 1190 properties, which accounts for 10% of the property sales in District of Columbia. This is followed by Compass with 997 property sales (8%) and TTR Sotheby's International Realty at 550 property sales (5%).

Every verified review on RateMyAgent is linked to a specific property transaction, ensuring that the feedback comes from real buyers and sellers. This also allows you to view key property details - such as location and number of bedrooms - so you can find reviews relevant to your own real estate journey. With our verification process, you can trust that the experiences shared are real, reliable, and helpful.
Integrity is at the core of what we do. We conduct rigorous daily integrity checks on all reviews, using multi-stage verification to analyze submission data and behavioral patterns for potential anomalies. Suspicious reviews may be rejected outright or escalated for further scrutiny by our internal team.
Transparency and fairness are core to how RateMyAgent works. While it’s sometimes assumed that only positive reviews appear on our platform, that’s not the case.
Only clients involved in an actual transaction with an agent can leave a review. This helps ensure authenticity and prevents fake or anonymous feedback. Agent's have no control over what’s written - every review, whether positive or critical, is published and remains visible.
Through verified reviews and price satisfaction insights, we highlight top-performing agents who consistently exceed client expectations. All agents can request and collect reviews for free, and subscription status has no impact on rankings or award eligibility. Our Agent of the Year Awards and platform rankings are based solely on verified client feedback and performance. By celebrating excellence fairly and transparently, we help consumers find the best agents with confidence.
Agents who request 100% of vendor reviews, ensuring transparency and a commitment to client satisfaction.
Awarded to agents whose clients report 90% or more of sales meeting price expectations, showcasing expertise in pricing accuracy.
Recognising agents with a strong Review/Sales Ratio, demonstrating consistent performance.
The only awards based purely on verified client reviews, celebrating agents with the most positive feedback combined with sales performance in a specific location.
Discover what sets an agent apart with our AI-powered summary of their verified reviews, available on their profile page.