Best Real Estate Agents in Sumner, IA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Sumner, IA? This page ranks the top realtors in Sumner by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in Sumner, IA or buy a home in Sumner, 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: Opportunity 📈

The Sumner, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 98% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 11 active listings and 4 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 8.2 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 16%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 20%. Transaction speed in Sumner is currently 11 days slower than the broader Bremer benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Sumner, IA

Detached Homes

123JanMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 160% over the last 5 months, showing a positive trend with currently 2 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$66K$101K$136KJanMarAprMayJunConnie Rochford (Buyer): Median Price $128KCRGiles Cowell (Buyer): Median Price $110KGCWhitney Jones (Buyer): Median Price $74KWJWhitney Jones (Seller): Median Price $74KWJGiles Cowell (Seller): Median Price $110KGC
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 70% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
40d78d116dJanMarAprMayJunConnie Rochford (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 49dCRGiles Cowell (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 100dGCWhitney Jones (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 107dWJWhitney Jones (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 107dWJGiles Cowell (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 100dGC
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 49 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
88%94%99%JanMarAprMayJunConnie Rochford (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%CRGiles Cowell (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%GCWhitney Jones (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%WJWhitney Jones (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%WJGiles Cowell (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%GC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 90%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($30K - $130K)
DEALS
9
AVG. DOM
67d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
93%
BS
Bond Shymansky
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
WJ
Whitney Jones
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
PS
Paula Schoof
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
GC
Giles Cowell
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
MH
Mandy Heinemann
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
88%
CR
3-5
30-60 days
89%
1-3
30-60 days
88%
GC
Giles Cowell
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
WJ
Whitney Jones
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$128K$177K$226KJanMarAprMayJunConnie Rochford (Buyer): Median Price $200KCRConnie Rochford (Buyer): Median Price $139KCRLori Beierschmitt (Buyer): Median Price $210KLBWhitney Jones (Buyer): Median Price $215KWJAngela Brunssen (Seller): Median Price $160KABGiles Cowell (Seller): Median Price $215KGC
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 7% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
28d77d125dJanMarAprMayJunConnie Rochford (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 114dCRConnie Rochford (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 109dCRLori Beierschmitt (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dLBWhitney Jones (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 40dWJAngela Brunssen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dABGiles Cowell (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 40dGC
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 42 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
80%93%106%JanMarAprMayJunConnie Rochford (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 83%CRConnie Rochford (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%CRLori Beierschmitt (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%LBWhitney Jones (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%WJAngela Brunssen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%ABGiles Cowell (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%GC
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 103%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($140K - $220K)
DEALS
9
AVG. DOM
61d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
WG
Wes Gielau
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
111%
AB
Angela Brunssen
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
GC
Giles Cowell
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JT
1-3
> 60 days
100%
DM
Debra Merrill
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
CR
1-3
> 60 days
89%
1-3
30-60 days
99%
1-3
30-60 days
96%
GA
Gary Anderson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
WJ
Whitney Jones
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$825K$825K$825KJanMarAprMayJun
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $825K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
45d45d45dJanMarAprMayJun
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 45 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
97%97%97%JanMarAprMayJun
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 97% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($820K - $825K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
45d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%

Sumner Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
11
+1 New
Recently Listed (7d)
1
market entries
Average List Price
$306K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
1
2
4
4
11

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Sumner, IA performing right now?

The data indicates a stable environment in Sumner, IA. Inventory is at 8.2 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory levels provide a healthy range of options for prospective buyers.

What are the current pricing trends for Sumner, IA real estate?

Currently, $198,000 represents the median entry point in Sumner, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Sumner have moved downward by approximately 16% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Sumner, IA getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in Sumner, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 98.2%. On average, properties in Sumner are transitioning from active to sold status in 62 days.

Who is the best agent to sell my home in Sumner?

Based on closed transaction data, Wes Gielau ranks at the top of our Sumner leaderboard earning an algorithm performance score of -35. 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 Sumner, IA market compare to Bremer trends?

Sumner, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Bremer region. Median home values are currently 30% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Sumner.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Detached Home in Sumner, IA?

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Sumner, IA may want to work with Connie Rochford. Their buyer transactions in this segment close faster than the local norm and at sale-to-list ratios that are more favorable than typical — meaning they move quickly and negotiate effectively for the buyers they represent.

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

Our data flags Connie Rochford as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Detached Home properties in Sumner, IA. Across their deals in the Mid-Market Detached Home category, Connie Rochford has consistently achieved better-than-average terms relative to asking price in Sumner, IA. That kind of negotiating edge compounds over a transaction.

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

Among agents with recent closings in the Mid-Market Detached Home space, Wes Gielau has the strongest performance metrics in Sumner, IA. In a category where leaving money on the table is easy, their sale-to-list performance in this segment stands above the local benchmark — reflecting an ability to negotiate and price effectively.

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

Bond Shymansky has been particularly active in Sumner'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.

Who is a top listing agent for High-End Detached Home homes in Sumner, IA?

When looking specifically at High-End Detached Home transactions, Connie Rochford consistently surfaces as a top performer in Sumner, IA. Our algorithm ranks them based on closed transaction outcomes in the High-End Detached Home segment, not self-reported volume or marketing activity. The ranking reflects actual local performance.

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

For those looking to purchase a High-End Detached Home in Sumner, IA, Connie Rochford has the deal history to support the choice. Buying in the High-End Detached Home space has its own dynamics. Connie Rochford's history of closed deals in this exact category in Sumner, IA shows they understand those dynamics well.