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Best real estate agents in Fort Worth

Updated 2026-07-17 · 1,198 reviewed · 384 listed · 15 top picks · Scored from 2,135 Google reviews · How we rank ›

This ranks the 15 top-scoring real estate agents and teams in Fort Worth, using our methodology that weighs rating, review volume, recency, and sentiment. Every business here handles both buying and selling, so this is the list to check first regardless of which side of a deal you're on.

Looking for tax appraisal or advisory-only help rather than a transaction agent? See our best real estate consultants in Fort Worth list, ranked separately.

Picks are ranked by score and relevance to real estate agent, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.

At a glance

#BusinessScoreRatingFromBest for
1Reside Real Estate LLC955 (435)First-time buyers & sellers alike
2Chandler Crouch, Realtor945 (362)Sellers wanting pricing strategy + tax protest history
3Ruth & Rick Story / Story Group Real Estate, Residential, Land & Ranch Sales925 (101)Land, ranch & repeat sellers
4Jared Benson | Realtor in Fort Worth | League Real Estate Agent925 (99)Out-of-state buyers
5Sarah Lyons with Century 21 Judge Fite925 (85)First-time buyers who want a patient guide
6Annie Henscheid | Fort Worth Realtor®925 (82)Complex or problem transactions
7G.I.D. Realty915 (90)Clear guidance from first meeting to close
8LEAGUE Real Estate, LLC914.9 (382)Largest team, broad agent bench
9Brandon Diles - Realtor915 (86)Hard-nosed negotiation on either side
10Duwe-Olsen Real Estate Group at Compass915 (77)Off-market deals & complex sales
11Lesley Stegmeier - Dallas Fort Worth - REALTOR915 (74)Remote sellers who can't be present
12The Kirk McDonald Group905 (67)Fast sales in a hot market
13Rebecca Wells, REALTOR®️ with Focused Real Estate905 (64)First-time buyers & unusual deal structures
14Megan Phelps, Phelps Realty Group905 (66)Out-of-state relocation on tight timelines
15Murphy Real Estate Team905 (65)Tough negotiations & problem deals

Ranked picks

1
Reside Real Estate LLC

Reside Real Estate LLC

score 95/100
5 from 435 reviews
First-time buyers & sellers alikeresponsive communicationmarket knowledgewent above and beyond

Why it ranks first

Reside pulls the top composite score in Fort Worth on the strength of 435 reviews at a perfect 5.0, with named agents like Brady, Cheyenne, Amira, and Erika getting called out repeatedly for turning stressful deals into smooth ones. Clients mention a home selling within a week of listing and a coordinated out-of-state relocation, which points to a team that performs on both sides of a transaction.

Pros

  • Named agents praised individually across dozens of reviews
  • Fast closings, including a sale within a week of listing
  • Established referral network for inspectors and contractors
  • Patient with first-time buyers and follow-up after closing

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

2
Chandler Crouch, Realtor

Chandler Crouch, Realtor

score 94/100
5 from 362 reviews
Sellers wanting pricing strategy + tax protest historyresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks second

Chandler Crouch's team backs up 362 five-star reviews with a long-running property tax protest service that brings clients in the door before they ever list a home. Agents like Ryan, Ashleigh, Luis, and George are named for answering calls at odd hours and managing details like roof repairs and weekly home checks during a sale.

Pros

  • Years of property tax protest work builds repeat client trust
  • Named agents praised across many transactions
  • Handles logistics like repairs and home checks during a sale
  • Strong negotiation and plain-language explanations for buyers

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

3
Ruth & Rick Story / Story Group Real Estate, Residential, Land & Ranch Sales

Ruth & Rick Story / Story Group Real Estate, Residential, Land & Ranch Sales

score 92/100
5 from 101 reviews
Landranch & repeat sellersresponsive communicationmarket knowledge

Why it ranks third

Ruth and Rick Story bring calm, experienced guidance to pricing and marketing, and reviewers keep coming back for second and third transactions. With 101 reviews at a near-perfect score, this is a smaller operation than the top two but shows the same consistency in ethics and follow-through.

Pros

  • Deep Fort Worth market knowledge
  • Multiple repeat clients and referrals
  • Handles both buy-side and sell-side deals
  • Established local professional network

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

4
Jared Benson | Realtor in Fort Worth | League Real Estate Agent

Jared Benson | Realtor in Fort Worth | League Real Estate Agent

score 92/100
5 from 99 reviews
Out-of-state buyersresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeprofessional

Why it ranks fourth

Jared Benson's reviews describe patient handling of relocations and negotiations without pressure tactics, backed by a perfect 5.0 across 99 reviews. Staff member Elma gets specific credit for managing closing details, suggesting the support extends past just the lead agent.

Pros

  • Perfect rating across a solid review volume
  • Strong track record with out-of-state buyers
  • Team support through closing, not just showings
  • Calm, low-pressure negotiation style

Watch out: Review volume is smaller than the top-ranked teams, though sentiment is just as strong.

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

5
Sarah Lyons with Century 21 Judge Fite

Sarah Lyons with Century 21 Judge Fite

score 92/100
5 from 85 reviews
First-time buyers who want a patient guideresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks fifth

Sarah Lyons gets consistent praise for fast responses and thorough explanations, which reviewers say makes her especially good with first-timers who need the process spelled out. She catches house issues upfront and stays accessible after closing, with colleague Thomas covering when she's unavailable.

Pros

  • Fast, constant communication
  • Strong contract negotiation and pricing knowledge
  • Patient with first-time buyers
  • Stays engaged with clients after closing

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

6
Annie Henscheid | Fort Worth Realtor®

Annie Henscheid | Fort Worth Realtor®

score 92/100
5 from 82 reviews
Complex or problem transactionsresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks sixth

Annie Henscheid's reviews come from clients, lenders, and colleagues alike, all describing someone who stays ahead of deadlines and finds creative fixes, like tracking down an unresponsive HOA or physically visiting a property to resolve a title issue. Every review in her portfolio is five stars.

Pros

  • Quick to answer texts and calls
  • Solves unusual problems without excuses
  • Connects buyers with lenders offering better rates
  • Builds trust with lenders and other agents, not just clients

Services: real estate consultant

7
G.I.D. Realty

G.I.D. Realty

score 91/100
5 from 90 reviews
Clear guidance from first meeting to closeresponsive communicationprofessionalwent above and beyond

Why it ranks seventh

G.I.D. Realty reviewers describe feeling informed from the very first meeting, with staff like Jeffrey Perkins, Leon Brady, Tiffany Obono Thomas, and Kristine Smith named for making transactions feel manageable rather than overwhelming. The Fort Worth office location itself gets called out as a convenience.

Pros

  • Named agents with strong individual track records
  • Responsive, clear communication throughout
  • Convenient Fort Worth office location
  • Good fit for first-time buyers needing market context

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

8
LEAGUE Real Estate, LLC

LEAGUE Real Estate, LLC

score 91/100
4.9 from 382 reviews
Largest teambroad agent benchresponsive communicationmarket knowledge

Why it ranks eighth

LEAGUE carries the highest review count on this list at 382, with a roster of named agents (Anna Kate Tonore, Amy Normand, Amanda, Edith, Elle Snodgrass, Kristin Barnett, Lisa Logan, Mary Kyle, Shauna, Ann Wright) each showing up across dozens of transactions with similar praise. Amy Normand in particular gets credit for selling homes in under two days.

Pros

  • Large team with many named, individually-praised agents
  • Track record with first-time buyers and relocations
  • Quick closings reported by multiple agents
  • Hands-on problem solving, including staging advice

Watch out: A handful of reviews mention rare agent unresponsiveness, worth confirming which agent you'd be paired with.

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

9
Brandon Diles - Realtor

Brandon Diles - Realtor

score 91/100
5 from 86 reviews
Hard-nosed negotiation on either sideresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks ninth

Brandon Diles draws repeat five-star praise for negotiating hard while keeping clients informed at every step. His team is described as patient and detail-oriented, with transparency about market conditions coming up often in reviews.

Pros

  • Strong negotiation reputation
  • Highly responsive and available
  • Transparent, client-first advice
  • Team shares his communication style

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

10
Duwe-Olsen Real Estate Group at Compass

Duwe-Olsen Real Estate Group at Compass

score 91/100
5 from 77 reviews
Off-market deals & complex salesresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks tenth

Sophie Yoder, Ida, and Ted at Duwe-Olsen get named repeatedly for sourcing off-market opportunities and orchestrating complicated deals, including relocations and contingent sales. Industry partners specifically note their organization and willingness to loop in specialists for home updates.

Pros

  • Off-market and pre-listing sourcing for buyers
  • Fast marketing results and multiple offers for sellers
  • Handles relocations and contingent sales
  • Praised by industry partners for professionalism, not just clients

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

11
Lesley Stegmeier - Dallas Fort Worth - REALTOR

Lesley Stegmeier - Dallas Fort Worth - REALTOR

score 91/100
5 from 74 reviews
Remote sellers who can't be presentresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks #11

Lesley Stegmeier stands out for managing full transactions solo when clients can't attend in person, including coordinating repairs and contractors from a distance. Reviewers across buying, selling, and relocation scenarios describe her as patient and responsive.

Pros

  • Handles remote and out-of-state transactions independently
  • Manages repairs and contractor coordination
  • Builds long-term relationships with repeat clients
  • Consistent five-star feedback on responsiveness

Watch out: Review count is on the lower end for this list, though the sentiment is uniformly strong.

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

12
The Kirk McDonald Group

The Kirk McDonald Group

score 90/100
5 from 67 reviews
Fast sales in a hot marketresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeprofessional

Why it ranks #12

Kirk McDonald's group has clients citing homes listed and sold in a single day, with all 20 recent reviews at five stars and no complaints in the review set. Several clients have used him for multiple transactions over the years.

Pros

  • Very fast sales, some listed and sold same-day
  • Deep Fort Worth and DFW market knowledge
  • Multiple repeat clients over time
  • Transparent about realistic expectations

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

13
Rebecca Wells, REALTOR®️ with Focused Real Estate

Rebecca Wells, REALTOR®️ with Focused Real Estate

score 90/100
5 from 64 reviews
First-time buyers & unusual deal structuresresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks #13

Rebecca Wells sells homes in weeks rather than months according to reviewers, and she's specifically noted for solving unusual deal structures and staying calm under pressure. First-time buyers and long-distance movers both feature heavily in her review themes.

Pros

  • Quick sales turnaround
  • Patient with first-time buyers
  • Solves unusual deal structures
  • Calm communicator during stressful moments

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

14
Megan Phelps, Phelps Realty Group

Megan Phelps, Phelps Realty Group

score 90/100
5 from 66 reviews
Out-of-state relocation on tight timelinesresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks #14

Megan Phelps earns praise for coordinating showings and closings for clients relocating from out of state, all from a distance. Reviewers also note she'll walk away from a bad deal rather than push a client into it.

Pros

  • Handles relocation transactions remotely
  • Willing to walk away from wrong deals
  • Patient with first-time buyers
  • Full-team support behind her

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

15
Murphy Real Estate Team

Murphy Real Estate Team

score 90/100
5 from 65 reviews
Tough negotiations & problem dealsresponsive communicationmarket knowledgeskilled negotiator

Why it ranks #15

Dan Murphy's team is described as closing deals quickly while keeping clients calm, with reviewers highlighting his willingness to solve problems beyond the usual agent role, including shouldering extra costs when a deal faltered. Carrie's appraisal background adds another layer to the team's negotiation approach.

Pros

  • Fast closing and deal execution
  • Skilled negotiator who handles unexpected problems
  • Team includes an appraisal background for pricing
  • Patient with first-time buyers

Services: listing seller agent, real estate consultant

Last updated 2026-07-17