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John Smith

Integrity, trust, and experience have been the cornerstone of John’s 40-year real estate career, while serving his clients in Central Pennsylvania. He and his team have considered it a privilege to represent the best interests of their clients and friends through the years of buying and selling real estate.
 
John has received many regional, state, and national awards for constantly being in the top 1% of all members of NAR nationally. For 17 years, he was awarded the Top Producing Agent for the number of sales and volume from his local board. From 2013 to 2020, he was recognized every year for being in the top ten for Pennsylvania and top 250 in the US for sales production by REAL Trends + Tom Ferry America’s Best Real Estate Professionals. He is recognized for his many efforts in non-profit organizations and community causes. He was the very first recipient of Coldwell Banker’s Preserving the Trust Award, given annually to one individual on a national level who has demonstrated the highest ethical standards in their personal business practices, while displaying relentless drive to elevate the real estate industry.
 
John had been married to his wife, Eileen, for 46 years, and the couple has three sons and one granddaughter. Growing up in Lancaster County, John graduated from Garden Spot High School, Elizabethtown College, and Penn State University with a Master’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. He and Eileen reside in Elizabethtown while serving their clients throughout Central Pennsylvania with their real estate needs.

Contact Details

Email address [email protected]
Primary phone (717) 471-9444
Secondary phone (717) 367-2400
Address 1255 S Market St Elizabethtown PA, 17022
License #RS312097
Success Stories

Client Wins

Read what my clients have to say about working with us.

"We can't thank John enough for walking us through the process of purchasing our very first home. There is no one who knows the Elizabethtown market better! John showed us a few properties, then opened up our minds to building, which we never thought of - but are so glad we did! John gave us sound advice throughout every step of the process. He truly has your best interest at heart and knows how to put your mind at ease. John went above and beyond for us, even giving us suggestions on where to purchase and place a mailbox, lamp post, and framed mirrors for our bathrooms. He served as a great resource in communicating with our builder and our lender to ensure we got exactly what we wanted/needed. We appreciated John's positivity, humor and energy, and we would highly recommend him."
"We can't thank John enough for walking us through the process of purchasing our very first home. There is no one who knows the Elizabethtown market better! John showed us a few properties, then opened up our minds to building, which we never thought of - but are so glad we did! John gave us sound advice throughout every step of the process. He truly has your best interest at heart and knows how to put your mind at ease. John went above and beyond for us, even giving us suggestions on where to purchase and place a mailbox, lamp post, and framed mirrors for our bathrooms. He served as a great resource in communicating with our builder and our lender to ensure we got exactly what we wanted/needed. We appreciated John's positivity, humor and energy, and we would highly recommend him."
Megan L.
"We used John to buy our new home in Hershey, PA. We are moving from Oklahoma City and have incredibly busy schedules. John helped us find exactly what we were looking for through FaceTime, videos, and photos. He knew the market and the area really well. He went above and beyond when it came to every aspect of buying a house since we are not in the area. I couldn’t recommend him more!"
"We used John to buy our new home in Hershey, PA. We are moving from Oklahoma City and have incredibly busy schedules. John helped us find exactly what we were looking for through FaceTime, videos, and photos. He knew the market and the area really well. He went above and beyond when it came to every aspect of buying a house since we are not in the area. I couldn’t recommend him more!"
Buyer | Seller
"From start to finish, John and his team were attentive and very responsive. The John Smith team exceeded our expectations. John and Michelle assisted us in selling our home in less than a week. We highly recommend them!"
"From start to finish, John and his team were attentive and very responsive. The John Smith team exceeded our expectations. John and Michelle assisted us in selling our home in less than a week. We highly recommend them!"
Kathy P.
"I rarely write reviews. Everything is ‘amazing’ or ‘wonderful’ these days and that blurs the lines between what is outstanding and what is simply the norm, or just average, to the point that one rarely bothers to read them anymore. However, our experience over the last six months compelled me to write, for no other reason than it is such a rare occasion that one receives the kind of service, support, and professionalism that John Smith provided us across the extended COVID-19 period. Thank you to Michele – you really are amazing and truly wonderful. (and I don’t say that lightly)."
"I rarely write reviews. Everything is ‘amazing’ or ‘wonderful’ these days and that blurs the lines between what is outstanding and what is simply the norm, or just average, to the point that one rarely bothers to read them anymore. However, our experience over the last six months compelled me to write, for no other reason than it is such a rare occasion that one receives the kind of service, support, and professionalism that John Smith provided us across the extended COVID-19 period. Thank you to Michele – you really are amazing and truly wonderful. (and I don’t say that lightly)."
Buyer | Seller
"John Smith and his team worked with us on selling our property. He made this process extremely easy and straightforward. He and his team were readily available for questions and were knowledgeable. We recommend using John Smith for your next home buying/selling process!"
"John Smith and his team worked with us on selling our property. He made this process extremely easy and straightforward. He and his team were readily available for questions and were knowledgeable. We recommend using John Smith for your next home buying/selling process!"
Buyer | Seller
"John Smith made the home buying process stress free and straight forward. John was able to negotiate a better price and provided reliable services such as an inspection and an excellent lender. As first-time home buyers, the team’s responsiveness and knowledge made us realize that home buying is not as complicated as we thought. On top of being professional and reliable, John Smith and his associates were a pleasure to work with."
"John Smith made the home buying process stress free and straight forward. John was able to negotiate a better price and provided reliable services such as an inspection and an excellent lender. As first-time home buyers, the team’s responsiveness and knowledge made us realize that home buying is not as complicated as we thought. On top of being professional and reliable, John Smith and his associates were a pleasure to work with."
Buyer | Seller
"John was fantastic and made everything seamless. He had the house listed and sold in days! We have worked with John before and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."
"John was fantastic and made everything seamless. He had the house listed and sold in days! We have worked with John before and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."
Laureen S.
"Friendly and very helpful. Always there to assist you whenever you need it. I believe they went beyond the limits to assist us in our search. The whole staff was there for my husband and me. They were always there with us with the builder, and we all worked together to build our forever home. John’s staff were also there at times when John was out of town. If they did not know the answer, they would get in touch with John or the builder. I would, without a doubt, work with them again and also recommend them to anyone."
"Friendly and very helpful. Always there to assist you whenever you need it. I believe they went beyond the limits to assist us in our search. The whole staff was there for my husband and me. They were always there with us with the builder, and we all worked together to build our forever home. John’s staff were also there at times when John was out of town. If they did not know the answer, they would get in touch with John or the builder. I would, without a doubt, work with them again and also recommend them to anyone."
B. S.
"I had some questions about the value of an investment property. John did some research and found some facts about the property that helped me realize it was a good investment. His team took care of all the details and kept me informed the whole way through the transaction. John and his team are highly knowledgeable and professional, and I would recommend them to anyone in their service area."
"I had some questions about the value of an investment property. John did some research and found some facts about the property that helped me realize it was a good investment. His team took care of all the details and kept me informed the whole way through the transaction. John and his team are highly knowledgeable and professional, and I would recommend them to anyone in their service area."
John S.
"John Smith has unparalleled experience and expertise with the local real estate market! We've listed and sold through John three different times over the past nine years and have been more impressed with him each time!"
"John Smith has unparalleled experience and expertise with the local real estate market! We've listed and sold through John three different times over the past nine years and have been more impressed with him each time!"
Buyer | Seller
"When we purchased our house fourteen years ago, the John Smith Team delivered the utmost dedication to an easy process with their proactive communication and caring nature. This time around, I was on the seller side, and the experience again exceeded my expectations. From John’s wealth of expertise and patience in answering questions to his team’s professionalism and responsiveness, I was so grateful to have this team represent us. I highly recommend this team for your real estate needs. It’s evident every step of the way that they love what they do and they truly care for their clients."
"When we purchased our house fourteen years ago, the John Smith Team delivered the utmost dedication to an easy process with their proactive communication and caring nature. This time around, I was on the seller side, and the experience again exceeded my expectations. From John’s wealth of expertise and patience in answering questions to his team’s professionalism and responsiveness, I was so grateful to have this team represent us. I highly recommend this team for your real estate needs. It’s evident every step of the way that they love what they do and they truly care for their clients."
Valerie K.
"Fantastic realtors and even friendly people. We were new to the area at first, and thankfully, we had John who knows the area very well, and was able to show us wonderful homes. After a year of searching, we were able to find and secure a home to raise our family in. We would highly recommend John Smith and everyone involved in that office, including Michele."
"Fantastic realtors and even friendly people. We were new to the area at first, and thankfully, we had John who knows the area very well, and was able to show us wonderful homes. After a year of searching, we were able to find and secure a home to raise our family in. We would highly recommend John Smith and everyone involved in that office, including Michele."
Buyer | Seller
"I had to sell my home quickly. It was emotionally difficult, and with my current job requiring many hours, I had little time to spend on the sale. John and his team were not only kind, understanding, and patient, but trustworthy and professional, getting a good price, and a good buyer quickly, while meeting my deadline. And they made the process much easier than I expected. I highly recommend them!"
"I had to sell my home quickly. It was emotionally difficult, and with my current job requiring many hours, I had little time to spend on the sale. John and his team were not only kind, understanding, and patient, but trustworthy and professional, getting a good price, and a good buyer quickly, while meeting my deadline. And they made the process much easier than I expected. I highly recommend them!"
Karen R.
"John and his team are so professional and made this whole process extremely easy for me. They helped with every detail, worked with my schedule, and were extremely pleasant and gracious to me and my family. They are absolutely the best real estate team there is!"
"John and his team are so professional and made this whole process extremely easy for me. They helped with every detail, worked with my schedule, and were extremely pleasant and gracious to me and my family. They are absolutely the best real estate team there is!"
Buyer | Seller
"John is truly the best of the best. I was very indecisive about what I was looking for or what I wanted, but he was patient and helped me look at multiple properties that each had something different to offer. With each property, he asked questions and tried to help me visualize myself in each space without pressuring me into a sale. He knows the Lancaster area inside and out, eventually helping me find the perfect fit me. John is honest and a man of integrity, and will be the only realtor I’d go back to."
"John is truly the best of the best. I was very indecisive about what I was looking for or what I wanted, but he was patient and helped me look at multiple properties that each had something different to offer. With each property, he asked questions and tried to help me visualize myself in each space without pressuring me into a sale. He knows the Lancaster area inside and out, eventually helping me find the perfect fit me. John is honest and a man of integrity, and will be the only realtor I’d go back to."
Buyer | Seller
"Wonderful person! He takes the time to really understand what your needs are and help you find the perfect place!"
"Wonderful person! He takes the time to really understand what your needs are and help you find the perfect place!"
Joe J.
"The John Smith Team was professional, experienced, and very efficient. Every question was answered accurately and quickly. Follow-up was evident for accuracy was accurate. Yes, I would use them again!"
"The John Smith Team was professional, experienced, and very efficient. Every question was answered accurately and quickly. Follow-up was evident for accuracy was accurate. Yes, I would use them again!"
Buyer | Seller
"John Smith and his team are hands down, the best real estate team around. John takes the stress out of the house buying process with his years of experience and knowledge. I was bidding on a house with 5 other offers, and I only won because of his expertise. He is also one of the kindest and funniest people I’ve ever met. He literally makes the process fun. John and his team were always there when I needed them, every step of the way. Run, don’t walk, to John Smith!"
"John Smith and his team are hands down, the best real estate team around. John takes the stress out of the house buying process with his years of experience and knowledge. I was bidding on a house with 5 other offers, and I only won because of his expertise. He is also one of the kindest and funniest people I’ve ever met. He literally makes the process fun. John and his team were always there when I needed them, every step of the way. Run, don’t walk, to John Smith!"
Allison H.
"Would highly recommend John Smith. Very professional and friendly. John was knowledgeable of the local area as well as about things to look for in houses. Overall, great experience."
"Would highly recommend John Smith. Very professional and friendly. John was knowledgeable of the local area as well as about things to look for in houses. Overall, great experience."
Buyer | Seller
"John and his team were outstanding. They were there at every move in the beginning, and right through the finalization of our house. I would give them a hundred-star rating if I could. They were totally very professional and yet so caring toward us. Thank you, John Smith and your amazing team!"
"John and his team were outstanding. They were there at every move in the beginning, and right through the finalization of our house. I would give them a hundred-star rating if I could. They were totally very professional and yet so caring toward us. Thank you, John Smith and your amazing team!"
Joseph & Char R.
"John Smith is the best real estate agent I have worked with. He is very knowledgeable, systematic, and also very friendly. People on his team are also equally knowledgeable, helpful, and always available to help their clients."
"John Smith is the best real estate agent I have worked with. He is very knowledgeable, systematic, and also very friendly. People on his team are also equally knowledgeable, helpful, and always available to help their clients."
Prerana D.
"All John Smith Real Estate Group, well done! Contacting John and his staff was one the best decision I have ever made when purchasing a new house. John and his Team did perfectly an amazing job to assist us finding our future very first home and we can’t thank him enough. The team is always one click from you in term of communication (phone calls, text messages, and emails). John knows what he is doing. He is one of the best real estate agents in central PA. John took his time and was very patient with us to find our dream house. The john Smith Team delivered the greatest dedication to assist us. I highly recommend John Smith Real Estate Group when purchasing or selling your home. You will be pleased with the outcome. Our fireplace pilot took a little bit longer to light up and John took his time to make it work before we headed to the closing. They are wonderful people to work with and they truly care about their clients."
"All John Smith Real Estate Group, well done! Contacting John and his staff was one the best decision I have ever made when purchasing a new house. John and his Team did perfectly an amazing job to assist us finding our future very first home and we can’t thank him enough. The team is always one click from you in term of communication (phone calls, text messages, and emails). John knows what he is doing. He is one of the best real estate agents in central PA. John took his time and was very patient with us to find our dream house. The john Smith Team delivered the greatest dedication to assist us. I highly recommend John Smith Real Estate Group when purchasing or selling your home. You will be pleased with the outcome. Our fireplace pilot took a little bit longer to light up and John took his time to make it work before we headed to the closing. They are wonderful people to work with and they truly care about their clients."
Buyer | Seller
"John and the team are wonderful! His experience can't be beat-he and his team kept us apprised of every aspect of the home purchase process and they have the upmost integrity and concern for their clients. We knew what was going to happen when, and there were no surprises. Even in this crazy real estate market, John was able to find what we wanted, at a price we could afford, and with a minimum of fuss and muss."
"John and the team are wonderful! His experience can't be beat-he and his team kept us apprised of every aspect of the home purchase process and they have the upmost integrity and concern for their clients. We knew what was going to happen when, and there were no surprises. Even in this crazy real estate market, John was able to find what we wanted, at a price we could afford, and with a minimum of fuss and muss."
Buyer | Seller
"Excellent experience working with John Smith and his team. He was very professional, courteous, and quick to respond if we had any questions. It was a very smooth transaction, and we appreciate everything John and his team have done for us."
"Excellent experience working with John Smith and his team. He was very professional, courteous, and quick to respond if we had any questions. It was a very smooth transaction, and we appreciate everything John and his team have done for us."
Buyer | Seller
"This was my second time working with John Smith Real Estate Group. Each time I could not have been happier with the process and outcome. Very professional and knowledgeable staff that is very friendly. Overall, the service provided was second to none and strongly reccomend to anyone buying or selling."
"This was my second time working with John Smith Real Estate Group. Each time I could not have been happier with the process and outcome. Very professional and knowledgeable staff that is very friendly. Overall, the service provided was second to none and strongly reccomend to anyone buying or selling."
Buyer | Seller
"We purchased our home through John Smith Realty in 2007, and when we were ready to sell, we returned to him. We sold our home this month (December 2021). He and his team were remarkable for their responsiveness and professionalism. We had a unique situation, and John was able to connect us with buyers within a week without a public listing. John listened carefully to our concerns and needs, and his team kept us informed throughout the weeks leading to settlement. When we are ready to sell our next home, we hope John is still available to represent us."
"We purchased our home through John Smith Realty in 2007, and when we were ready to sell, we returned to him. We sold our home this month (December 2021). He and his team were remarkable for their responsiveness and professionalism. We had a unique situation, and John was able to connect us with buyers within a week without a public listing. John listened carefully to our concerns and needs, and his team kept us informed throughout the weeks leading to settlement. When we are ready to sell our next home, we hope John is still available to represent us."
Buyer | Seller
"The buying experience can be a bit stressful. Fortunately, John Smith's realtor group was great, and Nate Shelly did an amazing job. From helpful insight to guidance through the entire process, I couldn't have be happier. Thank you for all your hard work!"
"The buying experience can be a bit stressful. Fortunately, John Smith's realtor group was great, and Nate Shelly did an amazing job. From helpful insight to guidance through the entire process, I couldn't have be happier. Thank you for all your hard work!"
Dustin F.
"We can’t thank John enough for walking us through the process of purchasing our very first home. There is no one who knows the Elizabethtown market better! John showed us a few properties, then opened up our minds to building, which we never thought of, but are so glad we did! John gave us sound advice throughout every step of the process. He truly has your best interest at heart and knows how to put your mind at ease. John went above and beyond for us, even giving us suggestions on where to purchase and place a mailbox, lamp post, and framed mirrors for our bathrooms. He served as a great resource in communicating with our builder and our lender to ensure we got exactly what we wanted/needed. We appreciated John’s positivity, humor and energy, and we would highly recommend!"
"We can’t thank John enough for walking us through the process of purchasing our very first home. There is no one who knows the Elizabethtown market better! John showed us a few properties, then opened up our minds to building, which we never thought of, but are so glad we did! John gave us sound advice throughout every step of the process. He truly has your best interest at heart and knows how to put your mind at ease. John went above and beyond for us, even giving us suggestions on where to purchase and place a mailbox, lamp post, and framed mirrors for our bathrooms. He served as a great resource in communicating with our builder and our lender to ensure we got exactly what we wanted/needed. We appreciated John’s positivity, humor and energy, and we would highly recommend!"
Buyer | Seller
"We listed with John in 2012, prior to our move to Florida sold in three weeks. When my brother's home needed to be sold, I recommended that John sell it in one day. John has the contractors who work in a timely manner to get things done that may be needed. Never met a harder-working and more personable realtor. Thanks again to the John Smith Team."
"We listed with John in 2012, prior to our move to Florida sold in three weeks. When my brother's home needed to be sold, I recommended that John sell it in one day. John has the contractors who work in a timely manner to get things done that may be needed. Never met a harder-working and more personable realtor. Thanks again to the John Smith Team."
Buyer | Seller
"We just moved into our new home! John and his team were incredibly helpful (and patient!) with us throughout the entire process. They are wonderful to work with. I highly recommend the John Smith Group."
"We just moved into our new home! John and his team were incredibly helpful (and patient!) with us throughout the entire process. They are wonderful to work with. I highly recommend the John Smith Group."
Bob S.
"If we could rate our experience with John Smith and team with ten stars, we would! My husband and I have had many interactions with a number of different realtors. With each realtor, there was always something lacking in our experience. However, we are so pleased to say that our experience with John has surpassed any expectations. He is energetic, very knowledgeable (about the area, market, and about what to look for in a home), extremely responsive, honest, and personable! John understood what we were looking for, and he worked very hard on our behalf to find us a home. If you need help buying or selling a home, go with John Smith and team; you will not regret it!"
"If we could rate our experience with John Smith and team with ten stars, we would! My husband and I have had many interactions with a number of different realtors. With each realtor, there was always something lacking in our experience. However, we are so pleased to say that our experience with John has surpassed any expectations. He is energetic, very knowledgeable (about the area, market, and about what to look for in a home), extremely responsive, honest, and personable! John understood what we were looking for, and he worked very hard on our behalf to find us a home. If you need help buying or selling a home, go with John Smith and team; you will not regret it!"
Jestine M.

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