Ocean City, New Jersey's 3 Best Real Estate Agents

Pete Madden
Managing Broker / Owner
Gold Coast Sothebys
Years Exp: 21
Accredidations:
- Licensed New Jersey Real Estate Agent
- NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award – Gold Level
- BHHS Chairman’s Circle – Gold Level
- Member – Ocean City Board of Realtors Executive Team
- Member – National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Pete Madden is Ocean City’s go-to real estate expert with 100+ sales and unmatched local reach. Backed by Sotheby’s and decades of combined team experience, he leads with award-winning service, top-tier marketing, and deep community roots. As City Council President and a trusted name in town, Pete gets results others can’t.

Patrick Halliday
Partner / Realtor
BHHS Fox & Roach
Years Exp: 20
Accreditations:
- Licensed New Jersey Real Estate Broker
- Consistently ranked in the Top 1% of Realtors in South Jersey
- NJAR Circle of Excellence Platinum Award – multiple years (2013–2016)
- Chairman’s Circle Award – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
- NJAR Circle of Excellence Award Winner every year since 2006
Patrick Halliday is one of South Jersey’s top real estate professionals, consistently ranked in the top 1% of Realtors since 2006. Born and raised in Ocean City, he brings unmatched local expertise, Platinum-level service, and nearly two decades of results-driven experience to every transaction.

Lorie Rice
Sales Associate / Realtor
BHHS Fox & Roach
Years Exp: 14
Accredidations:
- Licensed NJ Real Estate Agent
- Member, National Association of Realtors (NAR)
- Residential & New Construction Specialist
- Member, New Jersey Realtors®
- Diverse sales portfolio spanning new construction, single-family homes, and investment properties
Lorie Rice is one of Ocean City’s most in-demand Realtors, known for her data-driven strategy, integrity, and client-first service. With nearly 8 years of experience and a background in education, she brings clarity, creativity, and proven results to every transaction across South Jersey’s shore markets.
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