Best Real Estate Agents in Cherokee County, IA• Updated

Explore the top-ranked real estate agents across Cherokee 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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Market Pulse: Opportunity 📈

The Cherokee 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 32 active listings and 15 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 1.6 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 18%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 19%. Transaction speed in Cherokee is currently 12 days slower than the broader Iowa benchmark.

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

Detached Homes

3813JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 279% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 8 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$7K$56K$104KJanFebMarAprMayJunCarl Nelson (Buyer): Median Price $18KCNRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $67KRRAndrew Lee Carlson (Buyer): Median Price $47KACAndrew Lee Carlson (Buyer): Median Price $35KACMike Pitts (Buyer): Median Price $29KMPMason Pitts (Seller): Median Price $67KMPLaura Letsche (Seller): Median Price $93KLL
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 254% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
39d64d89dJanFebMarAprMayJunCarl Nelson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 72dCNRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 60dRRAndrew Lee Carlson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 83dACAndrew Lee Carlson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 75dACMike Pitts (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 61dMPMason Pitts (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dMPLaura Letsche (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dLL
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 72 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
44%75%106%JanFebMarAprMayJunCarl Nelson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 51%CNRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RRAndrew Lee Carlson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 68%ACAndrew Lee Carlson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%ACMike Pitts (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 73%MPMason Pitts (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MPLaura Letsche (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%LL
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 84%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
18
AVG. DOM
60d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
88%
MP
Mason Pitts
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
MP
Mike Pitts
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
AC
Aspen Coffee
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
LL
Laura Letsche
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
JR
Joyce Rasmus
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
88%
CN
Carl Nelson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
67%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
88%
1-3
> 60 days
78%
MP
Mike Pitts
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
86%
JR
Joyce Rasmus
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
88%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$62K$174K$286KJanFebMarAprMayJunBrian Decker (Buyer): Median Price $208KBDBrian Decker (Buyer): Median Price $88KBDStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Median Price $125KSZStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Median Price $109KSZRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $140KRRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $135KJRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $120KJRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $139KJRMike Pitts (Seller): Median Price $140KMPMike Pitts (Seller): Median Price $160KMPBobbi Ricker (Seller): Median Price $120KBRBob McGinnis (Seller): Median Price $125KBMOther Other (Seller): Median Price $260KOO
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 17% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
15d103d191dJanFebMarAprMayJunBrian Decker (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 96dBDBrian Decker (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dBDStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 101dSZStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 67dSZRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 55dRRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 60dJRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dJRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 71dJRMike Pitts (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dMPMike Pitts (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 171dMPBobbi Ricker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dBRBob McGinnis (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 101dBMOther Other (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 65dOO
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 96 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
72%90%108%JanFebMarAprMayJunBrian Decker (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%BDBrian Decker (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 76%BDStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SZStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%SZRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%RRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%JRJoyce Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JRMike Pitts (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%MPMike Pitts (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%MPBobbi Ricker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BRBob McGinnis (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BMOther Other (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%OO
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 96%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
47
AVG. DOM
75d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
MP
Mike Pitts
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
AL
Andrea Larson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
106%
BR
Bobbi Ricker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
BM
Bob McGinnis
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
OO
Other Other
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
BD
Brian Decker
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
91%
SZ
5-8
> 60 days
93%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
97%
LL
Laura Letsche
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
97%
JR
Joyce Rasmus
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$157K$211K$264KJanFebMarAprMayJunLaura Letsche (Buyer): Median Price $240KLLLaura Letsche (Buyer): Median Price $252KLLStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Median Price $169KSZStephanie Zarr (Seller): Median Price $194KSZLaura Letsche (Seller): Median Price $252KLL
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 16% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
21d65d110dJanFebMarAprMayJunLaura Letsche (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dLLLaura Letsche (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 60dLLStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 31dSZStephanie Zarr (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 32dSZLaura Letsche (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dLL
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 100 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%98%102%JanFebMarAprMayJunLaura Letsche (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%LLLaura Letsche (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%LLStephanie Zarr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SZStephanie Zarr (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%SZLaura Letsche (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%LL
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in High-End Detached Home has stabilized over the last 3 months, with sellers receiving 95%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
20
AVG. DOM
63d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
SZ
Stephanie Zarr
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
98%
LL
Laura Letsche
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
MS
Misty Szczech
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
GW
Georgia Weaver
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
LL
Laura Letsche
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
MP
Mike Pitts
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SZ
1-3
30-60 days
100%
KP
1-3
30-60 days
88%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$246K$358K$469KJanFebMarAprMayJunKaren Peterson (Buyer): Median Price $365KKPOther Other (Buyer): Median Price $272KOOMelissa Shea (Buyer): Median Price $443KMSRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $443KRRMelissa Shea (Seller): Median Price $443KMSRusty Rasmus (Seller): Median Price $443KRRRusty Rasmus (Seller): Median Price $272KRRRusty Rasmus (Seller): Median Price $365KRR
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has risen by 24% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
42d82d122dJanFebMarAprMayJunKaren Peterson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 113dKPOther Other (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dOOMelissa Shea (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 75dMSRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 75dRRMelissa Shea (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 75dMSRusty Rasmus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 75dRRRusty Rasmus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 51dRRRusty Rasmus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 113dRR
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 75 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
84%93%103%JanFebMarAprMayJunKaren Peterson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 86%KPOther Other (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%OOMelissa Shea (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%MSRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%RRMelissa Shea (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%MSRusty Rasmus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%RRRusty Rasmus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RRRusty Rasmus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 86%RR
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 101%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
73d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
MS
Melissa Shea
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
101%
CN
Carl Nelson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
KP
1-3
> 60 days
86%
1-3
30-60 days
94%
OO
Other Other
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
MS
Melissa Shea
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
101%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
101%

Townhomes

111May
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 1 transactions recently.
High-End Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$221K$221K$221KJanFebMarAprMayJunRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Median Price $221KRRBethany Mortenson (Seller): Median Price $221KBM
The High-End Townhome tier commands a price of $221K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
123d123d123dJanFebMarAprMayJunRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 123dRRBethany Mortenson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 123dBM
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the High-End range average 123 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
96%96%96%JanFebMarAprMayJunRusty Rasmus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%RRBethany Mortenson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%BM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Townhome assets receive 96% of list price.
High-End Townhome Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
123d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
BM
1-3
> 60 days
96%
RR
Rusty Rasmus
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%

Cherokee Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
32
+6 New
Recently Listed (7d)
6
market entries
Average List Price
$255K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
2
1
3
Detached Home
3
9
6
11
29

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a high-intensity environment in Cherokee County, IA. Inventory is at 1.6 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 Cherokee County, IA real estate?

Currently, $162,000 represents the median entry point in Cherokee County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Cherokee have moved upward by approximately 18% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Cherokee County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 93%. On average, properties in Cherokee are transitioning from active to sold status in 76 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Mike Pitts ranks at the top of our Cherokee leaderboard — with 3 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 25. 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 Cherokee County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?

Cherokee County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 19% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Cherokee.

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

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Cherokee County, IA may want to work with Carl Nelson. 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 Cherokee County, IA?

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

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

If you're hunting for a High-End Detached Home in Cherokee County, IA, Laura Letsche's track record speaks for itself. Buying effectively in this segment means knowing when and how hard to push. Their track record here shows they regularly outperform the local sale-to-list benchmark — in the buyer's favor.

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

Mike Pitts has been particularly active in Cherokee's Mid-Market Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. Their Mid-Market Detached Home closings in Cherokee County, IA show an above-average sale-to-list ratio for this segment — a sign of skilled pricing and negotiation that protects seller value.

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

When looking specifically at Entry Level Detached Home transactions, Mason Pitts consistently surfaces as a top performer in Cherokee 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.

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

Sellers of High-End Detached Home homes in Cherokee County, IA have found a reliable partner in Stephanie Zarr, based on closed deal data. Speed and price retention together are the hardest combination to find in a single agent. Their track record in the High-End Detached Home category in Cherokee County, IA reflects both.

Which agent is best for buying a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Cherokee County, IA?

Navigating Cherokee's Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market as a buyer? Karen Peterson is among the most effective agents in this niche. 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 High-End Townhome in Cherokee County, IA?

Rusty Rasmus has helped buyers close on High-End Townhome properties in Cherokee County, IA — and the data shows it. Our algorithm surfaces Rusty Rasmus based on actual closed buyer deals in the High-End Townhome market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.

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