Best Real Estate Agents in Buena Vista County, IA• Updated

Explore real estate agents across Buena Vista 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
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Buena Vista County, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 91% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 22 active listings and 21 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.5 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 24%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 19%. Transaction speed in Buena Vista County is currently 6 days slower than the broader Iowa benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Buena Vista 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

713.520AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Detached Homes recorded 145 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $162K 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 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
65
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
QR
Quinten Robinson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
MM
Marv Munden
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
HD
Holly Diischer
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
JA
Joseph Aube
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
99%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Seller
8+
30-60 days
99%
CR
Christofer Rios
Top Buyer
8+
> 60 days
96%
JA
Joseph Aube
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
97%
MM
Melissa Perez Martinez
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
97%
JB
Jaymie Bral
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
97%
MR
Margie Robinson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
88%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $230K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 64 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 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
50
AVG. DOM
64d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
JA
Joseph Aube
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
AL
Andrea Larson
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
HD
Holly Diischer
Top Seller
5-8
30-60 days
99%
JB
Jaymie Bral
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
AS
April Spencer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
104%
JA
Joseph Aube
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
93%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
91%
SF
Selena Flores
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
96%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Buyer
5-8
30-60 days
97%
JB
Jaymie Bral
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $246K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 74 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.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
11
AVG. DOM
74d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
SF
Selena Flores
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
DS
Doug Small
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
HD
Holly Diischer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TA
Tyler Aube
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
TW
Tricia Wempe
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
AS
April Spencer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
KB
Kathryn Bauer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $310K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 64 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 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
19
AVG. DOM
64d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
MS
Michelle Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
103%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
103%
QR
Quinten Robinson
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
TA
Tyler Aube
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
SF
Selena Flores
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
TA
Tyler Aube
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
CL
Collin Lind
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%

Condos/Co-ops

12.54AprMayJunJulAug
Sales Volume
Condos/Co-ops recorded 16 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $143K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 82 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 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
10
AVG. DOM
82d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
JA
Joseph Aube
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
CF
Clark Fort
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
MS
Michelle Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
93%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
93%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
MR
Margie Robinson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
97%
MR
Mark Redenbaugh
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $242K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 42 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 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
42d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
JA
Joseph Aube
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
BB
Bob Bauer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
RS
Robert Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $250K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the High-End range averaged 52 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 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SB
Steven Brashears
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%

Buena Vista County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
22
Average List Price
$242K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
2
—
—
—
2
Detached Home
7
3
7
1
18
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
1
—
1
—
2

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Buena Vista County, IA performing right now?

The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Buena Vista County, IA. Inventory is at 0.5 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 Buena Vista County, IA real estate?

Currently, $116,000 represents the median entry point in Buena Vista County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Buena Vista County have moved downward by approximately 24% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Buena Vista County, IA getting their full asking price?

Buyers have some room to negotiate in Buena Vista County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 91.1%. On average, properties in Buena Vista County are transitioning from active to sold status in 70 days.

Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Buena Vista County, IA?

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Buena Vista County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Quinten Robinson (Entry Level Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Joseph Aube (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Michelle Smith (Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

How does the Buena Vista County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?

Buena Vista County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 44% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Buena Vista County.

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

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Homes in Buena Vista County, IA may want to work with Joseph Aube. 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 7 closed purchases in this segment (14 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which agent is best for buying an Entry Level Detached Home in Buena Vista County, IA?

Our data flags Christofer Rios as a top buyer's advocate for Entry Level Detached Home properties in Buena Vista County, IA. Across their deals in the Entry Level Detached Home category, Christofer Rios has achieved better-than-average terms relative to asking price in Buena Vista County, IA. That kind of negotiating edge compounds over a transaction. Based on 13 closed purchases in this segment (14 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Buena Vista County, IA?

Robert Smith has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Buena Vista County, IA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-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 3 closed purchases in this segment (10 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Buena Vista County, IA?

Bob Bauer has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Buena Vista County, IA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-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 3 closed purchases in this segment (13 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Buena Vista County, IA?

Quinten Robinson has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Buena Vista 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 3 closed listings in this segment (5 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops in Buena Vista County, IA?

Steven Brashears has recent Mid-Market Condo/Co-op purchases in Buena Vista County, IA. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment (6 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Buena Vista County, IA?

Joseph Aube has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Buena Vista 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 (11 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

Which listing agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Buena Vista County, IA?

Michelle Smith has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home listings in Buena Vista 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 (4 in Buena Vista County, IA overall).

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