Best Real Estate Agents in Estherville, IA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Estherville, IA? This page ranks the top realtors in Estherville by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in Estherville, IA or buy a home in Estherville, our 2026 rankings use verified sales records, days on market, and price retention to surface the highest-performing agents.

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The Estherville, IA real estate market is currently a Seller's Market. Homes are retaining 102% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 13 active listings and 5 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 1.9 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 65%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 7%. Transaction speed in Estherville is currently 8 days slower than the broader Emmet benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Estherville, IA

Detached Homes

3915JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 249% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 5 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$60K$120K$180KJanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $137KTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $128KTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $155KTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $131KTFNancy Petersen McCarroll (Buyer): Median Price $118KNMNancy Petersen McCarroll (Buyer): Median Price $74KNMKyle Struve (Buyer): Median Price $166KKSKyle Struve (Buyer): Median Price $139KKSKari Fechter (Seller): Median Price $110KKFKari Fechter (Seller): Median Price $74KKFKyle Struve (Seller): Median Price $112KKSKyle Struve (Seller): Median Price $135KKSMary Lynn Ingvall (Seller): Median Price $151KMI
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 9% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
19d80d140dJanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 68dTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 35dTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 33dTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 35dTFNancy Petersen McCarroll (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dNMNancy Petersen McCarroll (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 73dNMKyle Struve (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 38dKSKyle Struve (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 58dKSKari Fechter (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 66dKFKari Fechter (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 73dKFKyle Struve (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dKSKyle Struve (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 126dKSMary Lynn Ingvall (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dMI
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 40 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%99%106%JanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%TFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%TFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TFNancy Petersen McCarroll (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%NMNancy Petersen McCarroll (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%NMKyle Struve (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KSKyle Struve (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KSKari Fechter (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 105%KFKari Fechter (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%KFKyle Struve (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%KSKyle Struve (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%KSMary Lynn Ingvall (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%MI
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
($20K - $190K)
DEALS
53
AVG. DOM
59d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
KF
Kari Fechter
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
100%
KS
Kyle Struve
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
MI
1-3
30-60 days
104%
JS
1-3
30-60 days
101%
JL
Jill Longest
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
8+
30-60 days
96%
5-8
30-60 days
97%
MH
Mark Howell
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
83%
KS
Kyle Struve
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
TR
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$188K$239K$290KJanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $230KTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $215KTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $250KTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $200KTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Median Price $230KTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Median Price $250KTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Median Price $200KTFKatie Slater (Seller): Median Price $215KKSRob Goebel (Seller): Median Price $205KRGJanie Eick (Seller): Median Price $278KJEMadi Mousel (Seller): Median Price $278KMM
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 12% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
33d52d70dJanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 49dTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dTFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 37dTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 49dTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 37dTFKatie Slater (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dKSRob Goebel (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 66dRGJanie Eick (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dJEMadi Mousel (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dMM
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 55 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%97%102%JanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%TFTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%TFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%TFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%TFKatie Slater (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KSRob Goebel (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RGJanie Eick (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JEMadi Mousel (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MM
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 100%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($200K - $320K)
DEALS
17
AVG. DOM
54d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
TF
5-8
30-60 days
99%
KS
Katie Slater
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
RG
Rob Goebel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
JE
Janie Eick
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
MM
Madi Mousel
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JS
1-3
> 60 days
92%
3-5
30-60 days
100%
JE
Janie Eick
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%
HH
Holli Hansen
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
92%
KF
Kari Fechter
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$352K$427K$502KJanFebMarAprMayJunRob Goebel (Buyer): Median Price $485KRGKyle Struve (Buyer): Median Price $375KKSMichael Jensen (Buyer): Median Price $369KMJTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Median Price $485KTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Median Price $402KTFKyle Struve (Seller): Median Price $428KKSRob Goebel (Seller): Median Price $369KRGKari Fechter (Seller): Median Price $375KKF
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 7% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
40d106d171dJanFebMarAprMayJunRob Goebel (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 55dRGKyle Struve (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 156dKSMichael Jensen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dMJTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 55dTFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 75dTFKyle Struve (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 69dKSRob Goebel (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 78dRGKari Fechter (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 156dKF
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 69 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%96%99%JanFebMarAprMayJunRob Goebel (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%RGKyle Struve (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%KSMichael Jensen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%MJTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%TFTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%TFKyle Struve (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%KSRob Goebel (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%RGKari Fechter (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%KF
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 98%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($370K - $480K)
DEALS
9
AVG. DOM
71d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
TF
3-5
> 60 days
99%
BS
Brad Sanderson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
KS
Kyle Struve
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
RG
Rob Goebel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
KF
Kari Fechter
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
1-3
30-60 days
97%
BS
1-3
30-60 days
93%
RG
Rob Goebel
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
KS
Kyle Struve
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
MJ
1-3
> 60 days
97%

Condo/Co-op

222Apr
Sales Volume
Condo/Co-op recorded 2 transactions recently.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$60K$74K$88KJanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Median Price $63KTFKari Fechter (Buyer): Median Price $85KKFRob Goebel (Seller): Median Price $85KRGTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Median Price $63KTF
The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $74K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
40d48d56dJanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 54dTFKari Fechter (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dKFRob Goebel (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dRGTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 54dTF
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the Entry Level range average 48 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%97%101%JanFebMarAprMayJunTammy Fredericksen (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TFKari Fechter (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KFRob Goebel (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RGTammy Fredericksen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%TF
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Condo/Co-op assets receive 97% of list price.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
($60K - $80K)
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
48d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
RG
Rob Goebel
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TF
1-3
30-60 days
94%
1-3
30-60 days
94%
KF
Kari Fechter
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%

Townhomes

111Apr
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 1 transactions recently.
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$230K$230K$230KJanFebMarAprMayJunJanie Eick (Buyer): Median Price $230KJEMadi Mousel (Buyer): Median Price $230KMMKyle Struve (Seller): Median Price $230KKS
The Mid-Market Townhome tier commands a price of $230K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
127d127d127dJanFebMarAprMayJunJanie Eick (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 127dJEMadi Mousel (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 127dMMKyle Struve (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 127dKS
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Mid-Market range average 127 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
100%100%100%JanFebMarAprMayJunJanie Eick (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JEMadi Mousel (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MMKyle Struve (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KS
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Townhome assets receive 100% of list price.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
($230K - $230K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
127d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
KS
Kyle Struve
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
JE
Janie Eick
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%
MM
Madi Mousel
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%

Estherville Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
13
+2 New
Recently Listed (7d)
2
market entries
Average List Price
$279K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketTotal
Condo/Co-op
1
1
Detached Home
2
3
7
12

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a high-intensity environment in Estherville, IA. Inventory is at 1.9 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 Estherville, IA real estate?

Currently, $279,000 represents the median entry point in Estherville, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Estherville have moved upward by approximately 65% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Estherville, IA getting their full asking price?

Sellers hold significant leverage in Estherville, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 102%. On average, properties in Estherville are transitioning from active to sold status in 52 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Kari Fechter ranks at the top of our Estherville leaderboard — with 5 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 37. 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 Estherville, IA market compare to Emmet trends?

Estherville, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Emmet region. Median home values are currently 68% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Estherville.

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

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Estherville, IA may want to work with Tammy Fredericksen. 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 Estherville, IA?

Our data flags Tammy Fredericksen as a top buyer's advocate for High-End Detached Home properties in Estherville, IA. Tammy Fredericksen's deals in the High-End Detached Home category in Estherville, IA tend to move from offer to close more quickly than the local norm. In a competitive market, that urgency is often what secures the property.

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

If you're hunting for a Mid-Market Detached Home in Estherville, IA, Jessica Stafford'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 Entry Level Detached Home homes in Estherville, IA?

Kari Fechter has been particularly active in Estherville's Entry Level Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. Their Entry Level Detached Home closings in Estherville, 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 High-End Detached Home homes in Estherville, IA?

When looking specifically at High-End Detached Home transactions, Tammy Fredericksen consistently surfaces as a top performer in Estherville, 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 Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Estherville, IA?

Sellers of Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Estherville, IA have found a reliable partner in Tammy Fredericksen, 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 Mid-Market Detached Home category in Estherville, IA reflects both.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Condo/Co-op in Estherville, IA?

Navigating Estherville's Entry Level Condo/Co-op market as a buyer? Tammy Fredericksen 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.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Condo/Co-op homes in Estherville, IA?

Rob Goebel specializes in Entry Level Condo/Co-op properties and has built a measurable edge in Estherville'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.