Best Real Estate Agents in Cass County, IA• Updated

Explore the top-ranked real estate agents across Cass County, IA. Our 2026 rankings are built from closed transaction data, helping you compare agents by real performance — not just marketing.

Market Pulse
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The Cass County, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 93% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 27 active listings and 17 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 1.8 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 9%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 32%. Listings in Cass are moving 5 days faster than the Iowa average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Cass County, IA

Detached Homes

16.512FebMarAprMayJunJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 6 months, holding at 2 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$3K$102K$201KFebMarAprMayJunJulAugMelissa Ihnen (Buyer): Median Price $32KMILaurie Parrott (Buyer): Median Price $92KLPDanny Anderson (Buyer): Median Price $62KDAShari Good (Buyer): Median Price $132KSGDiane Milner (Buyer): Median Price $178KDMDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $178KDMSteven Camerona (Seller): Median Price $175KSCMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Median Price $80KMSMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Median Price $159KMSShari Good (Seller): Median Price $80KSGShari Good (Seller): Median Price $159KSG
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 32% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
15d97d178dFebMarAprMayJunJulAugMelissa Ihnen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dMILaurie Parrott (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dLPDanny Anderson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 95dDAShari Good (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dSGDiane Milner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 73dDMDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 73dDMSteven Camerona (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 34dSCMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dMSMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 56dMSShari Good (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dSGShari Good (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 56dSG
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 159 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
0%62%123%FebMarAprMayJunJulAugMelissa Ihnen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 55%MILaurie Parrott (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%LPDanny Anderson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%DAShari Good (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%SGDiane Milner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%DMDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%DMSteven Camerona (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 107%SCMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%MSMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MSShari Good (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%SGShari Good (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SG
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 88%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
24
AVG. DOM
63d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
86%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SC
Steven Camerona
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
107%
MS
Mackenzie Shelton
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
SG
Shari Good
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
DW
Dave Wiges
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
MI
Melissa Ihnen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
71%
LP
Laurie Parrott
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
82%
DA
Danny Anderson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
SG
Shari Good
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$37K$159K$280KFebMarAprMayJunJulAugKrista Young (Buyer): Median Price $148KKYKrista Young (Buyer): Median Price $155KKYNorma Hemphill (Buyer): Median Price $205KNHKayla Newell (Buyer): Median Price $152KKNKayla Newell (Buyer): Median Price $147KKNJulie Smith (Buyer): Median Price $65KJSMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Median Price $240KMSDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $238KDMDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $152KDMDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $252KDMDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $147KDMShari Good (Seller): Median Price $240KSG
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 3% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
10d84d157dFebMarAprMayJunJulAugKrista Young (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dKYKrista Young (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 86dKYNorma Hemphill (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dNHKayla Newell (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 27dKNKayla Newell (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 52dKNJulie Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 55dJSMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dMSDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 74dDMDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 27dDMDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 140dDMDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 52dDMShari Good (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dSG
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 112 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
78%92%105%FebMarAprMayJunJulAugKrista Young (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%KYKrista Young (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KYNorma Hemphill (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 86%NHKayla Newell (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KNKayla Newell (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%KNJulie Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 81%JSMackenzie Shelton (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MSDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%DMDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DMDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%DMDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%DMShari Good (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SG
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 92%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
39
AVG. DOM
64d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
MS
Mackenzie Shelton
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
98%
DD
Dee Dino
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
100%
SG
Shari Good
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TS
Tiffany South
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
KY
Krista Young
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
SG
Shari Good
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
NH
Norma Hemphill
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
91%
KN
Kayla Newell
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JS
Julie Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
81%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$209K$278K$346KFebMarAprMayJunJulAugDeborah Waterbury (Buyer): Median Price $240KDWLaurie Parrott (Buyer): Median Price $236KLPDiane Milner (Buyer): Median Price $300KDMJulie Smith (Seller): Median Price $240KJSDennis Phillips (Seller): Median Price $225KDPMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Median Price $236KMIMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Median Price $300KMIDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $225KDM
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 11% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
30d99d168dFebMarAprMayJunJulAugDeborah Waterbury (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 46dDWLaurie Parrott (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dLPDiane Milner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 152dDMJulie Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dJSDennis Phillips (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dDPMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dMIMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 152dMIDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dDM
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 67 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%97%99%FebMarAprMayJunJulAugDeborah Waterbury (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%DWLaurie Parrott (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%LPDiane Milner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%DMJulie Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JSDennis Phillips (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%DPMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%MIMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%MIDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%DM
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 95%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
13
AVG. DOM
80d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
JS
Julie Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
DP
Dennis Phillips
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
MI
Melissa Ihnen
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
LP
Laurie Parrott
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
96%
DW
Deborah Waterbury
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
LP
Laurie Parrott
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
NH
Norma Hemphill
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
88%
KY
Krista Young
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$74K$222K$369KFebMarAprMayJunJulAugTiffany South (Buyer): Median Price $108KTSTiffany South (Buyer): Median Price $120KTSDiane Milner (Buyer): Median Price $335KDMKrista Young (Buyer): Median Price $250KKYTanner Loyd (Buyer): Median Price $130KTLTanner Loyd (Seller): Median Price $130KTLTracey Armentrout (Seller): Median Price $250KTALaurie Parrott (Seller): Median Price $335KLPTiffany South (Seller): Median Price $108KTSTiffany South (Seller): Median Price $120KTS
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has risen by 24% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
18d53d87dFebMarAprMayJunJulAugTiffany South (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 79dTSTiffany South (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 30dTSDiane Milner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dDMKrista Young (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 63dKYTanner Loyd (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 26dTLTanner Loyd (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 26dTLTracey Armentrout (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 63dTALaurie Parrott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dLPTiffany South (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 79dTSTiffany South (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 30dTS
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 63 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%95%102%FebMarAprMayJunJulAugTiffany South (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%TSTiffany South (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%TSDiane Milner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%DMKrista Young (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%KYTanner Loyd (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TLTanner Loyd (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TLTracey Armentrout (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%TALaurie Parrott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%LPTiffany South (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%TSTiffany South (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%TS
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 96%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
60d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
TL
Tanner Loyd
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
LH
Lea Haynes
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
TA
Tracey Armentrout
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
LP
Laurie Parrott
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
TS
Tiffany South
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
93%
TS
Tiffany South
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
KY
Krista Young
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
LH
Lea Haynes
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%
TL
Tanner Loyd
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%

Condo/Co-op

111MarMayJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 4 months, holding at 1 transactions.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$129K$155K$180KFebMarAprMayJunJulAugNorma Hemphill (Buyer): Median Price $135KNHMelissa Ihnen (Buyer): Median Price $162KMIDennis Phillips (Buyer): Median Price $174KDPNorma Hemphill (Seller): Median Price $160KNHDiane Milner (Seller): Median Price $174KDMJulie Smith (Seller): Median Price $162KJSMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Median Price $135KMI
The average price in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op segment has softened by 15% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
44d60d76dFebMarAprMayJunJulAugNorma Hemphill (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 59dNHMelissa Ihnen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 72dMIDennis Phillips (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dDPNorma Hemphill (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 51dNHDiane Milner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dDMJulie Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 72dJSMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 59dMI
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 59 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%95%101%FebMarAprMayJunJulAugNorma Hemphill (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%NHMelissa Ihnen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%MIDennis Phillips (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DPNorma Hemphill (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%NHDiane Milner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DMJulie Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%JSMelissa Ihnen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%MI
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 91%.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
8
AVG. DOM
65d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
NH
Norma Hemphill
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
DM
Diane Milner
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JS
Julie Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
LW
Lana Westphalen
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
MI
Melissa Ihnen
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
NH
Norma Hemphill
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
MI
Melissa Ihnen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
DW
Deborah Waterbury
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
DK
David Knudsen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
DP
Dennis Phillips
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%

Cass Real Estate Market Trends September 2026

Total Active Listings
27
Recently Listed (7d)
0
market entries
Average List Price
$214K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
8
2
13
4
27

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a high-intensity environment in Cass County, IA. Inventory is at 1.8 months, meaning a fast-paced market where inventory is limited. Inventory is critically low, meaning well-priced homes move rapidly often with multiple offers.

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

Currently, $127,000 represents the median entry point in Cass County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Cass have moved downward by approximately 9% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Cass County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 92.5%. On average, properties in Cass are transitioning from active to sold status in 59 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Diane Milner ranks at the top of our Cass leaderboard — with 3 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 28. 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 Cass County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?

Cass County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 36% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Cass.

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

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Cass County, IA may want to work with Melissa Ihnen. 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.

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

Our data flags Krista Young as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Detached Home properties in Cass County, IA. 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 Cass County, IA?

If you're hunting for a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Cass County, IA, Tiffany South's track record speaks for itself. For buyers competing in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market in Cass County, IA, their track record indicates speed and negotiating strength that outperforms the segment baseline on both counts.

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

Among agents actively helping buyers in the High-End Detached Home space, Deborah Waterbury stands out in Cass County, IA. 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.

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

When looking specifically at Entry Level Detached Home transactions, Diane Milner consistently surfaces as a top performer in Cass County, IA. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Condo/Co-op in Cass County, IA?

For those looking to purchase a Mid-Market Condo/Co-op in Cass County, IA, Norma Hemphill has the deal history to support the choice. For buyers competing in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op market in Cass County, IA, their track record indicates speed and negotiating strength that outperforms the segment baseline on both counts.

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

In the Mid-Market Detached Home category, few agents in Cass County, IA can match the track record of Mackenzie Shelton. 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 Cass County, IA?

Julie Smith specializes in High-End Detached Home properties and has built a measurable edge in Cass's market. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

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