Asheville North Carolina's 3 Best Real Estate Agents

Kelsey Varga
Founder/Broker
COMPASS
Years Exp: 26
Accreditations:
- Licensed Real Estate Broker – North Carolina
- Founder & Principal Broker – Varga Mountain Collective, COMPASS
- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
- Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI)
- Top Producing Agent – Asheville Luxury Market
Kelsey Varga is the Principal Broker and Founder of Varga Mountain Collective at COMPASS, specializing in luxury real estate across Greater Asheville. With nearly a decade of experience and a background in design, construction, and concierge-level service, she delivers a seamless, client-centered buying and selling experience.
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Debbie Hughes
Realtor
eXp Realty LLC
Years Exp: 10
Accreditations:
- Licensed Real Estate Agent – North Carolina
- Licensed Realtor – South Carolina
- eXp Realty LLC – Western NC Specialist
- Staging Specialist & Lifestyle Rightsizing Expert
- Top-Rated Agent – 87 Five-Star Reviews & 17 Client Recommendations
Debbie Hughes is a trusted Realtor at eXp Realty with 10+ years of experience serving buyers and sellers in Western North Carolina. Known for her integrity, attention to detail, and personal touch, Debbie specializes in helping clients through every life stage—from first homes to lifestyle-rightsizing and beyond.

Chris Battista
Broker
Allen Tate Realtors
Years Exp: 20
Accreditations:
- Licensed Real Estate Broker – North Carolina
- Top-Producing Agent – 500+ Homes Sold
- 20 Years of Real Estate Experience
- Staging Specialist & Lifestyle Rightsizing Expert
- Local Market Expert – WNC Native & Area Specialist
Chris Battista is a top-producing Realtor with 20 years of experience and over 500 homes sold across Western North Carolina. A lifelong Hendersonville local and trusted expert, Chris—alongside his wife and partner Annie—provides clients with unmatched market knowledge, attention, and results.
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