Best Real Estate Agents in Clayton County, IA• Updated

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

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The Clayton County, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 95% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 53 active listings and 25 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 5.9 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 2%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 6%. Listings in Clayton are moving 4 days faster than the Iowa average.

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

Detached Homes

2814DecJanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 2314% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 14 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$54K$166K$277KDecJanFebMarAprMayJunNathan Trappe (Buyer): Median Price $130KNTNathan Trappe (Buyer): Median Price $80KNTDaniel Parker (Buyer): Median Price $210KDPHannah Wille (Buyer): Median Price $251KHWNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $130KNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $80KNTAli Werger (Seller): Median Price $165KAWMarcus Allan (Seller): Median Price $95KMA
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 9% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
10d61d112dDecJanFebMarAprMayJunNathan Trappe (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dNTNathan Trappe (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 73dNTDaniel Parker (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 66dDPHannah Wille (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 92dHWNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 73dNTAli Werger (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 56dAWMarcus Allan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 22dMA
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 45 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
85%100%114%DecJanFebMarAprMayJunNathan Trappe (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%NTNathan Trappe (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NTDaniel Parker (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%DPHannah Wille (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%HWNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%NTNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NTAli Werger (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 111%AWMarcus Allan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MA
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 104%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
34
AVG. DOM
46d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
NT
Nathan Trappe
Top Seller
5-8
30-60 days
98%
AW
Ali Werger
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
111%
MA
Marcus Allan
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
MK
Megan Keehner
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
BM
Brett Meyers
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
NT
Nathan Trappe
Top Buyer
5-8
30-60 days
96%
JO
Jeffrey Olson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
91%
DP
Daniel Parker
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
99%
RW
Randy Willie
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
HW
Hannah Wille
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
88%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$80K$210K$340KDecJanFebMarAprMayJunOutside MLS (Buyer): Median Price $110KOMNathan Trappe (Buyer): Median Price $247KNTAli Werger (Buyer): Median Price $268KAWMegan Keehner (Buyer): Median Price $247KMKMegan Keehner (Buyer): Median Price $310KMKNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $247KNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $268KNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $183KNTLynne Winch (Seller): Median Price $172KLWTroy Northrop (Seller): Median Price $166KTNTroy Northrop (Seller): Median Price $185KTNJonna Walters (Seller): Median Price $260KJW
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 47% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
21d89d157dDecJanFebMarAprMayJunOutside MLS (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 57dOMNathan Trappe (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 81dNTAli Werger (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 54dAWMegan Keehner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 79dMKMegan Keehner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 37dMKNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 79dNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 66dNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 141dNTLynne Winch (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dLWTroy Northrop (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 64dTNTroy Northrop (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 37dTNJonna Walters (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 91dJW
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 55 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
83%94%106%DecJanFebMarAprMayJunOutside MLS (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 85%OMNathan Trappe (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NTAli Werger (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%AWMegan Keehner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MKMegan Keehner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%MKNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%NTNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%NTNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NTLynne Winch (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%LWTroy Northrop (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%TNTroy Northrop (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TNJonna Walters (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JW
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 99%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
45
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
NT
Nathan Trappe
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
LW
Lynne Winch
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
99%
TN
Troy Northrop
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
JW
Jonna Walters
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
SB
1-3
30-60 days
100%
OM
Outside MLS
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
86%
JS
Joe Sylvester
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
86%
NT
Nathan Trappe
Top Buyer
5-8
30-60 days
98%
AW
Ali Werger
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
MK
Megan Keehner
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$221K$317K$412KDecJanFebMarAprMayJunKayla Aulwes (Buyer): Median Price $243KKAKayla Aulwes (Buyer): Median Price $255KKANathan Trappe (Buyer): Median Price $350KNTNathan Trappe (Buyer): Median Price $390KNTJenny Coleman (Buyer): Median Price $290KJCOutside MLS (Buyer): Median Price $362KOMNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $350KNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Median Price $390KNTJonathan Miles (Seller): Median Price $295KJMTahra Ferguson (Seller): Median Price $295KTFCarol ThomasSchlee (Seller): Median Price $305KCT
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 11% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
6d79d152dDecJanFebMarAprMayJunKayla Aulwes (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 129dKAKayla Aulwes (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dKANathan Trappe (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 23dNTNathan Trappe (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 125dNTJenny Coleman (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 83dJCOutside MLS (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 135dOMNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 23dNTNathan Trappe (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 125dNTJonathan Miles (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 66dJMTahra Ferguson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 66dTFCarol ThomasSchlee (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dCT
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 61 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
86%95%104%DecJanFebMarAprMayJunKayla Aulwes (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KAKayla Aulwes (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KANathan Trappe (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NTNathan Trappe (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%NTJenny Coleman (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%JCOutside MLS (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%OMNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%NTNathan Trappe (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%NTJonathan Miles (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JMTahra Ferguson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%TFCarol ThomasSchlee (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%CT
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the High-End Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 96%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
20
AVG. DOM
74d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
NT
Nathan Trappe
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JM
Jonathan Miles
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
TF
Tahra Ferguson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
LW
Lynne Winch
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
CT
1-3
30-60 days
102%
KA
Kayla Aulwes
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
NT
Nathan Trappe
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JC
Jenny Coleman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
AW
Ali Werger
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
OM
Outside MLS
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$218K$400K$581KDecJanFebMarAprMayJunAmy Holst (Buyer): Median Price $539KAHBrandi Herman (Buyer): Median Price $285KBHAmy Holst (Seller): Median Price $539KAHAmy Holst (Seller): Median Price $285KAH
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has risen by 126% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
72d78d83dDecJanFebMarAprMayJunAmy Holst (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 73dAHBrandi Herman (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dBHAmy Holst (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 73dAHAmy Holst (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 78dAH
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 73 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
96%98%101%DecJanFebMarAprMayJunAmy Holst (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%AHBrandi Herman (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%BHAmy Holst (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%AHAmy Holst (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%AH
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Ultra-Luxury Detached Home has stabilized over the last 3 months, with sellers receiving 96%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
6
AVG. DOM
70d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
AH
Amy Holst
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
JS
Joe Sylvester
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
JO
Jeffrey Olson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
91%
AH
Amy Holst
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
JO
Jeffrey Olson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
91%
JS
Joe Sylvester
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
BH
Brandi Herman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%

Townhomes

111MarMay
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 2 months, holding at 1 transactions.
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$429K$429K$429KDecJanFebMarAprMayJunUnrepresented Buyer (Buyer): Median Price $429KUBJonna Walters (Seller): Median Price $429KJW
The Mid-Market Townhome tier commands a price of $429K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
45d45d45dDecJanFebMarAprMayJunUnrepresented Buyer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dUBJonna Walters (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dJW
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Mid-Market range average 45 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%95%96%DecJanFebMarAprMayJunUnrepresented Buyer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%UBJonna Walters (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%JW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Townhome assets receive 95% of list price.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
45d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
JW
Jonna Walters
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
1-3
30-60 days
95%
Ultra-Luxury Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$385K$385K$385KDecJanFebMarAprMayJunAmy Holst (Buyer): Median Price $385KAHAmy Holst (Seller): Median Price $385KAH
The Ultra-Luxury Townhome tier commands a price of $385K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
50d50d50dDecJanFebMarAprMayJunAmy Holst (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 50dAHAmy Holst (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 50dAH
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 50 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%99%99%DecJanFebMarAprMayJunAmy Holst (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%AHAmy Holst (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%AH
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Townhome assets receive 99% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Townhome Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
50d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
AH
Amy Holst
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
AH
Amy Holst
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%

Clayton Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
53
+8 New
Recently Listed (7d)
8
market entries
Average List Price
$342K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
12
8
16
14
50
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
1
1
2
Townhome
1
1

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a stable environment in Clayton County, IA. Inventory is at 5.9 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 Clayton County, IA real estate?

Currently, $189,000 represents the median entry point in Clayton County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Clayton have moved downward by approximately 2% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Clayton County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 95.4%. On average, properties in Clayton are transitioning from active to sold status in 60 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Nathan Trappe ranks at the top of our Clayton leaderboard — with 10 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 31. 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 Clayton County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?

Clayton County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 5% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Clayton.

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

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Clayton County, IA may want to work with Outside MLS. 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 High-End Detached Home in Clayton County, IA?

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

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

If you're hunting for a Entry Level Detached Home in Clayton County, IA, Nathan Trappe's track record speaks for itself. For buyers competing in the Entry Level Detached Home market in Clayton 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 Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Clayton County, IA?

Among agents actively helping buyers in the Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) space, Jenny Coleman stands out in Clayton County, IA. Their buyer transactions in the Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) category in Clayton County, IA reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally.

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

When looking specifically at Mid-Market Detached Home transactions, Nathan Trappe consistently surfaces as a top performer in Clayton County, IA. Nathan Trappe has consistently held closer to asking price than the typical Mid-Market Detached Home agent in Clayton County, IA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most.

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

For those looking to purchase a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Clayton County, IA, Amy Holst has the deal history to support the choice. Buying in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home space has its own dynamics. Amy Holst's history of closed deals in this exact category in Clayton County, IA shows they understand those dynamics well.

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

In the High-End Detached Home category, few agents in Clayton County, IA can match the track record of Nathan Trappe. Their High-End Detached Home closings in Clayton 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 Clayton County, IA?

Nathan Trappe specializes in Entry Level Detached Home properties and has built a measurable edge in Clayton'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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