Best Real Estate Agents in Clay County, IA• Updated
Explore real estate agents across Clay 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: Balanced ⚖️
The Clay County, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 97% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 2 active listings and 8 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.3 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 41%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 39%. Transaction speed in Clay County is currently 4 days slower than the broader Iowa benchmark.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Clay 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
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $103K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 83 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 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $152K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 70 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 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $225K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Mid-Market range averaged 60 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 Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Clay County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Total |
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| Detached Home | — | — | 2 | 2 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Clay County, IA performing right now?
The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Clay County, IA. Inventory is at 0.3 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 Clay County, IA real estate?
Currently, $141,000 represents the median entry point in Clay County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Clay County have moved upward by approximately 41% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Clay County, IA getting their full asking price?
Buyers have some room to negotiate in Clay County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 96.6%. On average, properties in Clay County are transitioning from active to sold status in 68 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Clay County, IA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Clay County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Haley Markle (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Kari Stave (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Kelly Bierl (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Clay County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?
Clay County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 33% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Clay County.
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Clay County, IA?
Kari Stave has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Clay 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 (7 in Clay County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Clay County, IA?
Kari Stave has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Clay 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 2 closed purchases in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Clay County, IA?
Haley Markle has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Clay 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.
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Clay County, IA?
Bryan Sebastian has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Clay County, IA, at a below-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 1 closed purchase in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Clay County, IA?
Nicole Nimke has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Clay County, IA. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 1 closed purchase in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Clay County, IA?
Kari Stave has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Clay County, IA. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 1 closed listing in this segment (7 in Clay County, IA overall).