Matthew Coates

Fathom Realty

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

About
Before I ever handed someone the keys to a new home, I spent 12 years handing out homework — teaching math right here in Johnston County. That classroom experience shaped how I work today: I break down complicated things into plain language, I'm patient, and I make sure you actually understand every step before you make a decision. Buying or selling a home should never feel like a test you didn't study for.

I was born and raised in Johnston County, and my wife, our three kids, and our dog Nala now call Pine Level home. When we're not chasing the kids around, you'll find us outdoors, making trips to the beach, or gathered around the grill or smoker while I put together a good meal for the family. This community isn't just where I work — it's where we're raising our family, and I take real pride in helping others find their place in it.

Over the years, I've helped families buy and sell across Clayton, Smithfield, Selma, Garner, Apex, Holly Springs, Cary, Knightdale, Raleigh, and the wider Triangle. Whether you're buying your first home, selling one you've loved, or making room for a growing family, I handle every detail with care — with honest advice, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to protecting your investment.

If you're thinking about a move in Johnston County or anywhere in the Triangle, I'd love to help. Reach out anytime — let's talk about what's next for you.
Highlights *
27
Recent sales
$165K-$1.5M
Price range
$410K
Median price
8
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
307 Gordon Farm Dr
Benson, NC 27504
9/14/2026 $354,000 Buyer
504 E. Griswold St
Selma, NC 27576
8/27/2026 $175,000 Seller
104 Elway Dr
Clayton, NC 27527
8/13/2026 $575,000 Buyer
715 Lakemont Dr
Clayton, NC 27520
6/22/2026 $335,000 Seller
1200 Boxwood Ln
Apex, NC 27502
3/25/2026 $480,000 Seller

Transaction History *

Seller Deals

Total Deals
15
Total Value
$5,793,500
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Price Range
$165K - $1.25M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
12
Total Value
$7,778,250
Median Sale Price
$615,000
Price Range
$185K - $1.5M

Sales Volume Timeline

Matthew Coates’s production volume for the past 3 year period Q4 ’23 Q4 2023: $298K Q1 ’24 Q1 2024: $1.5M Q2 ’24 Q2 2024: $790K Q3 ’24 Q3 2024: $1M Q4 ’24 Q4 2024: $808K Q1 ’25 Q1 2025: $1.3M Q2 ’25 Q2 2025: $1.6M Q3 ’25 Q3 2025: $0 Q4 ’25 Q4 2025: $1.3M Q1 ’26 Q1 2026: $3.5M Q2 ’26 Q2 2026: $335K Q3 ’26 Q3 2026: $1.1M Q4 ’26 Q4 2026: $0 Q4 2023 Total Sales $298K Q1 2024 Total Sales $1.5M Q2 2024 Total Sales $790K Q3 2024 Total Sales $1M Q4 2024 Total Sales $808K Q1 2025 Total Sales $1.3M Q2 2025 Total Sales $1.6M Q3 2025 Total Sales $0 Q4 2025 Total Sales $1.3M Q1 2026 Total Sales $3.5M Q2 2026 Total Sales $335K Q3 2026 Total Sales $1.1M Q4 2026 (Oct 1-Oct 9) Total Sales $0

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (37)

Brandon Hendry
Benson, NC - Sep 14, 2026

Can’t say enough good things about Matt. He kept us consistently updated and informed during the entire home hunt process. Matt also has curated a stellar group of contacts to work with from brokers, inspectors, and others that were a pleasure to work with. Even when unusual purchase was delayed numerous times (no fault of Matt’s team), we had the confidence that Matt and his team were a trusted resource to ensure the best outcome possible. Plus, the dude is just super nice.

Source: Google

Angie Allen
Selma, NC - Aug 27, 2026

Mathew did an amazing job selling our home from start to finish. He had total transparency and was very informative and helpful with the entire process. If you are looking for a real estate agent he is your trusted goto guy.

Source: Google

Jordan Coates
Asheville, NC - Aug 24, 2026

Another great purchase with Matthew! He kept me informed all the way and even handled a late appraisal issue. Will definitely use him again!

Source: Google

William Wilber
Clayton, NC - Aug 13, 2026

Matthew helped us in our search for and purchase of our new home. Matthew is both personable and professional. He stays on top of the process and is great at communicating, responding right away to our texts. Matthew made the process as pleasant as possible. We highly recommend Matthew.

Source: Google

Alex Perry
Clayton, NC - Jun 22, 2026

I can’t recommend Matthew enough! From start to finish, he made the entire selling process smooth and stress-free. He helped us price our home appropriately, which resulted in a very quick sale and closing. Throughout the process, he was always quick to respond to our questions and kept us informed every step of the way. His knowledge of the market, and attention to detail gave us complete confidence that everything was being handled correctly. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who is responsive, honest, and truly works in your best interest, Matthew Coates is that person. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Source: Google

Professional Info

Brokerage

Fathom Realty
2000 Regency Parkway
Cary, NC 27518

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
NC 307300

Specialties

  • First-time buyers
  • Luxury properties

Education

Barton College
Bachelor’s Degree, Secondary Education
1999 - 2004

Top Cities *

Knightdale

  • 4 sales past 3 years
  • $543K median price

Selma

  • 4 sales past 3 years
  • 64 days on market
  • $298K median price

Clayton

  • 3 sales past 3 years
  • 45 days on market
  • $575K median price

* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.