Best Real Estate Agents in Benton County, IA• Updated
Explore real estate agents across Benton County, IA by home type and price range. Our 2026 scores are built from closed transaction data, helping you compare agents by real performance — not just marketing.
Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️
The Benton County, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 94% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 8 active listings and 32 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.7 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 62%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 18%. Listings in Benton County are moving 15 days faster than the Iowa average.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Benton County, IA
Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →
Detached Homes
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $150K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 62 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Detached Homes received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $271K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 63 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $375K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 66 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $668K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 81 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Condos/Co-ops
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $166K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 54 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Condos/Co-ops received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $224K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 63 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 93% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $374K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the High-End range averaged 62 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Condos/Co-ops received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $131K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Entry Level range averaged 39 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 87% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Benton County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Condo/Co-op | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Detached Home | 1 | 5 | 1 | — | 7 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Benton County, IA performing right now?
The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Benton County, IA. Inventory is at 0.7 months of supply. Inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking on average, so buyers still have some room to negotiate despite limited choice.
What are the current pricing trends for Benton County, IA real estate?
Currently, $286,000 represents the median entry point in Benton County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Benton County have moved upward by approximately 62% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Benton County, IA getting their full asking price?
Buyers have some room to negotiate in Benton County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 93.7%. On average, properties in Benton County are transitioning from active to sold status in 49 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Benton County, IA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Benton County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Annie Kaestner (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Jim Willmsen (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Melissa Lennie (Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes, 1 closed listing). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Benton County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?
Benton County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 37% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Benton County.
Which agent is best for buying an Entry Level Detached Home in Benton County, IA?
Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Homes in Benton County, IA may want to work with Melissa Lennie. Their buyer closings in this segment show a sale-to-list ratio that's more favorable than the local average — a signal of effective negotiation that keeps final purchase prices competitive for buyers. Based on 6 closed purchases in this segment (9 in Benton County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Benton County, IA?
Tami Timm has recent Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) purchases in Benton County, IA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment (8 in Benton County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Benton County, IA?
Connie Barnes has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Benton County, IA. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 4 closed purchases in this segment (7 in Benton County, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Benton County, IA?
Annie Kaestner has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Benton County, IA, at an above-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment (5 in Benton County, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Benton County, IA?
Annie Kaestner has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Benton County, IA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment (5 in Benton County, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Benton County, IA?
Jim Willmsen has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Benton County, IA, at an above-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Benton County, IA?
Tami Timm has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Benton County, IA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment (8 in Benton County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Benton County, IA?
Tyra McAbee has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Benton County, IA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 1 closed purchase in this segment.