Best Real Estate Agents in Howard County, IA• Updated
Explore real estate agents across Howard 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 Howard County, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 94% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 4 active listings and 11 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.8 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 3%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 26%. Listings in Howard County are moving 9 days faster than the Iowa average.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Howard 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 $107K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 59 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 97% 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 $200K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 68 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 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $341K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 64 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $518K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury 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 Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Howard County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Detached Home | — | — | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Howard County, IA performing right now?
The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Howard County, IA. Inventory is at 0.8 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 Howard County, IA real estate?
Currently, $163,000 represents the median entry point in Howard County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Howard County have moved downward by approximately 3% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Howard County, IA getting their full asking price?
Buyers have some room to negotiate in Howard County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 94.2%. On average, properties in Howard County are transitioning from active to sold status in 55 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Howard County, IA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Howard County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Heidi Rice (Entry Level Detached Homes, 7 closed listings), Elaine Govern (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Steven Burke (High-End Detached Homes, 1 closed listing). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Howard County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?
Howard County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 22% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Howard County.
Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Detached Home in Howard County, IA?
Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Homes in Howard County, IA may want to work with Heidi Rice. Their buyer transactions in this niche close faster than the segment average — a real advantage in a market where hesitation often means losing the deal. Based on 5 closed purchases in this segment (14 in Howard County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Howard County, IA?
Kimberly Holthaus has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Howard County, IA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Howard County, IA?
Heidi Rice has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Howard 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 2 closed purchases in this segment (14 in Howard County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Howard County, IA?
Heidi Rice has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Howard 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 (14 in Howard County, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Howard County, IA?
Elaine Govern has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Howard 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.
Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Detached Homes in Howard County, IA?
If you're selling an Entry Level Detached Home in Howard County, IA, the data points to Heidi Rice as a standout choice. Their listings in this segment have 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. Based on 7 closed listings in this segment (19 in Howard County, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Howard County, IA?
Steven Burke has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Howard 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 1 closed listing in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Howard County, IA?
Joan Rollins has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Howard 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.