Best Real Estate Agents in La Porte City, IA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in La Porte City, IA? This page ranks the top realtors in La Porte City by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in La Porte City, IA or buy a home in La Porte City, our 2026 rankings use verified sales records, days on market, and price retention to surface the highest-performing agents.

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The La Porte City, IA real estate market is currently a Balanced Market. Homes are retaining 97% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 7 active listings and 4 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 2.3 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 5%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 26%. Listings in La Porte City are moving 8 days faster than the Black Hawk average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in La Porte City, IA

Detached Homes

135MarAprMayJunJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 34% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 4 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$113K$144K$174KMarAprMayJunJulAugWendy Walker (Buyer): Median Price $124KWWEmily OConnell (Buyer): Median Price $120KEOBryce Clark (Buyer): Median Price $167KBCWendy Walker (Seller): Median Price $124KWWWendy Walker (Seller): Median Price $120KWWJulie Elliott (Seller): Median Price $167KJE
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 16% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
11d86d160dMarAprMayJunJulAugWendy Walker (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dWWEmily OConnell (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 28dEOBryce Clark (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 143dBCWendy Walker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 51dWWWendy Walker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 28dWWJulie Elliott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 143dJE
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 51 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
96%97%99%MarAprMayJunJulAugWendy Walker (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%WWEmily OConnell (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%EOBryce Clark (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%BCWendy Walker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%WWWendy Walker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%WWJulie Elliott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%JE
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 99%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($40K - $170K)
DEALS
8
AVG. DOM
73d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
92%
WW
Wendy Walker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
JH
Justin Hegtvedt
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JE
Julie Elliott
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
WF
William Foss
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
BM
Bryn Mangrich
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
78%
WW
Wendy Walker
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
CH
Cody Hamann
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
70%
TJ
Tim Smith Jr
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
78%
EO
Emily OConnell
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
96%
BC
Bryce Clark
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$157K$221K$285KMarAprMayJunJulAugWilliam Foss (Buyer): Median Price $210KWFCarl Ericson (Buyer): Median Price $262KCEJanae Ohrt (Buyer): Median Price $196KJOJanae Ohrt (Buyer): Median Price $175KJOAmy Wienands (Seller): Median Price $248KAWJane Obermeier ABRCRSGRI (Seller): Median Price $212KJAWendy Walker (Seller): Median Price $187KWWWendy Walker (Seller): Median Price $262KWWTim Smith Jr (Seller): Median Price $270KTJ
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 16% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
14d91d167dMarAprMayJunJulAugWilliam Foss (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 133dWFCarl Ericson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 87dCEJanae Ohrt (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 32dJOJanae Ohrt (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 149dJOAmy Wienands (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dAWJane Obermeier ABRCRSGRI (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 58dJAWendy Walker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 73dWWWendy Walker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 87dWWTim Smith Jr (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 50dTJ
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 54 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
90%99%108%MarAprMayJunJulAugWilliam Foss (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%WFCarl Ericson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%CEJanae Ohrt (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 106%JOJanae Ohrt (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JOAmy Wienands (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%AWJane Obermeier ABRCRSGRI (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%JAWendy Walker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%WWWendy Walker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%WWTim Smith Jr (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TJ
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($180K - $300K)
DEALS
16
AVG. DOM
72d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
AW
Amy Wienands
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
JA
Jane Obermeier ABRCRSGRI
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
WW
Wendy Walker
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
TJ
Tim Smith Jr
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
EG
Elke Gerdes
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
WF
William Foss
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
CE
Carl Ericson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
TG
Tessa Grimm
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
JO
Janae Ohrt
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
103%
BB
Braidynn Bauman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$306K$375K$443KMarAprMayJunJulAugDavid Hoover (Buyer): Median Price $322KDHTim Smith Jr (Buyer): Median Price $427KTJTim Smith Jr (Seller): Median Price $427KTJSara Wegmann (Seller): Median Price $322KSW
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 10% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
33d60d86dMarAprMayJunJulAugDavid Hoover (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 69dDHTim Smith Jr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dTJTim Smith Jr (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 80dTJSara Wegmann (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 69dSW
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 44 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%97%102%MarAprMayJunJulAugDavid Hoover (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%DHTim Smith Jr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TJTim Smith Jr (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TJSara Wegmann (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%SW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the High-End Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 93%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($320K - $460K)
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
TJ
Tim Smith Jr
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
WF
William Foss
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SW
Sara Wegmann
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
DH
David Hoover
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
WF
William Foss
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
TJ
Tim Smith Jr
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$545K$545K$545KMarAprMayJunJulAugVictoria Lockard (Buyer): Median Price $545KVLArleen KuglerSRESABRCRS (Seller): Median Price $545KAK
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $545K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
70d70d70dMarAprMayJunJulAugVictoria Lockard (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 70dVLArleen KuglerSRESABRCRS (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 70dAK
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 70 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
96%96%96%MarAprMayJunJulAugVictoria Lockard (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%VLArleen KuglerSRESABRCRS (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%AK
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 96% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($540K - $545K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
70d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
AK
Arleen KuglerSRESABRCRS
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
VL
Victoria Lockard
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%

Condo/Co-op

111Jun
Sales Volume
Condo/Co-op recorded 1 transactions recently.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$62K$62K$62KMarAprMayJunJulAugTim Smith Jr (Buyer): Median Price $62KTJColleen Tierney (Seller): Median Price $62KCT
The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $62K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
44d44d44dMarAprMayJunJulAugTim Smith Jr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 44dTJColleen Tierney (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 44dCT
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the Entry Level range average 44 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
98%99%99%MarAprMayJunJulAugTim Smith Jr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%TJColleen Tierney (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%CT
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Condo/Co-op assets receive 99% of list price.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
($60K - $60K)
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
85d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
CT
Colleen Tierney
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
WF
William Foss
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
TJ
Tim Smith Jr
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
WW
Wendy Walker
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
WF
William Foss
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
TJ
Tim Smith Jr
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%

La Porte City Real Estate Market Trends September 2026

Total Active Listings
7
Recently Listed (7d)
0
market entries
Average List Price
$279K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
1
1
Detached Home
2
3
1
6

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in La Porte City, IA performing right now?

The data indicates a active environment in La Porte City, IA. Inventory is at 2.3 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory is balanced but lean, requiring buyers to be decisive.

What are the current pricing trends for La Porte City, IA real estate?

Currently, $239,000 represents the median entry point in La Porte City, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in La Porte City have moved downward by approximately 4% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in La Porte City, IA getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in La Porte City, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 97.1%. On average, properties in La Porte City are transitioning from active to sold status in 51 days.

Who is the best agent to sell my home in La Porte City?

Based on closed transaction data, Amy Wienands ranks at the top of our La Porte City leaderboard — with 2 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 23. Agent Algo's rankings are built entirely from real deal outcomes — not reviews or paid placements — so this reflects actual results in the local market.

How does the La Porte City, IA market compare to Black Hawk trends?

La Porte City, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Black Hawk region. Median home values are currently 10% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of La Porte City.

Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Detached Home in La Porte City, IA?

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Home homes in La Porte City, IA may want to work with William Foss. Their buyer transactions in the Mid-Market Detached Home category in La Porte City, IA reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Detached Home in La Porte City, IA?

Our data flags Wendy Walker as a top buyer's advocate for Entry Level Detached Home properties in La Porte City, IA. Our algorithm surfaces Wendy Walker based on actual closed buyer deals in the Entry Level Detached Home market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Detached Home homes in La Porte City, IA?

Among agents with recent closings in the Mid-Market Detached Home space, Amy Wienands has the strongest performance metrics in La Porte City, IA. Speed and price retention together are the hardest combination to find in a single agent. Their track record in the Mid-Market Detached Home category in La Porte City, IA reflects both.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Detached Home homes in La Porte City, IA?

Wendy Walker has been particularly active in La Porte City's Entry Level Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. Their listings in this segment have consistently closed faster than the local average while achieving above-average sale-to-list ratios — a rare combination that directly benefits sellers on both time and final price.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Condo/Co-op in La Porte City, IA?

Wendy Walker has a strong showing as a buyer's agent in La Porte City's Entry Level Condo/Co-op market. The data shows a consistent pattern across their deals here: shorter time to close than the segment average, and acquisition terms that tend to land below-average relative to list price. Two things buyers care about most.

Which agent is best for buying a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in La Porte City, IA?

For those looking to purchase a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in La Porte City, IA, Victoria Lockard has the deal history to support the choice. Buying in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home space has its own dynamics. Victoria Lockard's history of closed deals in this exact category in La Porte City, IA shows they understand those dynamics well.

Which agent is best for buying a High-End Detached Home in La Porte City, IA?

Navigating La Porte City's High-End Detached Home market as a buyer? David Hoover is among the most effective agents in this niche. Their buyer transactions in the High-End Detached Home category in La Porte City, IA reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) homes in La Porte City, IA?

William Foss specializes in Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) properties and has built a measurable edge in La Porte City's market. Our algorithm ranks them based on closed transaction outcomes in the Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) segment, not self-reported volume or marketing activity. The ranking reflects actual local performance.