Best Real Estate Agents in Cresco, IA• Updated

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

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Cresco, IA real estate market is currently a Balanced Market. Homes are retaining 99% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 6 active listings and 7 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 3 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 4%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 10%. Listings in Cresco are moving 4 days faster than the Howard average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Cresco, IA

Detached Homes

135JanFebAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 1200% over the last 5 months, showing a positive trend with currently 5 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$26K$88K$150KJanFebAprMayJunKimberly Holthaus (Buyer): Median Price $136KKHToni Johnson (Buyer): Median Price $70KTJHeidi Rice (Buyer): Median Price $110KHRAlyssa Burke (Buyer): Median Price $40KABSteven Burke (Buyer): Median Price $124KSBKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Median Price $136KKHHeidi Rice (Seller): Median Price $90KHRSteven Burke (Seller): Median Price $124KSBSteven Burke (Seller): Median Price $40KSB
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 176% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
21d109d197dJanFebAprMayJunKimberly Holthaus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dKHToni Johnson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 88dTJHeidi Rice (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 52dHRAlyssa Burke (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 177dABSteven Burke (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 41dSBKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 53dKHHeidi Rice (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 70dHRSteven Burke (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 41dSBSteven Burke (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 177dSB
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 41 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
77%93%108%JanFebAprMayJunKimberly Holthaus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KHToni Johnson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TJHeidi Rice (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 105%HRAlyssa Burke (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 80%ABSteven Burke (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%SBKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KHHeidi Rice (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%HRSteven Burke (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%SBSteven Burke (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 80%SB
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 97%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($40K - $140K)
DEALS
11
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
BB
Brad Burke
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
104%
RL
Rachel Ludeking
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
KH
1-3
30-60 days
97%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
97%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
92%
1-3
30-60 days
99%
TJ
Toni Johnson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
101%
AB
Alyssa Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
80%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
102%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$138K$179K$219KJanFebAprMayJunHeidi Rice (Buyer): Median Price $196KHRHeidi Rice (Buyer): Median Price $198KHRAlyssa Burke (Buyer): Median Price $210KABStephanie Liddiard (Buyer): Median Price $147KSLHeidi Rice (Seller): Median Price $196KHRHeidi Rice (Seller): Median Price $198KHRToni Johnson (Seller): Median Price $147KTJKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Median Price $210KKH
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 14% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
32d53d73dJanFebAprMayJunHeidi Rice (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 68dHRHeidi Rice (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dHRAlyssa Burke (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 65dABStephanie Liddiard (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 37dSLHeidi Rice (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 68dHRHeidi Rice (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dHRToni Johnson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 37dTJKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 65dKH
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 58 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%96%100%JanFebAprMayJunHeidi Rice (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%HRHeidi Rice (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%HRAlyssa Burke (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%ABStephanie Liddiard (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%SLHeidi Rice (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%HRHeidi Rice (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%HRToni Johnson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%TJKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%KH
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 97%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($150K - $250K)
DEALS
10
AVG. DOM
58d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
98%
SL
1-3
30-60 days
106%
AD
Anne Dykstra
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
TJ
Toni Johnson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
KH
1-3
> 60 days
95%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
DM
Dacia Monson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
102%
AB
Alyssa Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
AD
Anne Dykstra
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
1-3
30-60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$257K$293K$328KJanFebAprMayJunToni Johnson (Buyer): Median Price $265KTJSteven Burke (Buyer): Median Price $320KSBKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Median Price $265KKHBenjamin Harman (Seller): Median Price $320KBH
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has softened by 17% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
48d83d117dJanFebAprMayJunToni Johnson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 109dTJSteven Burke (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 56dSBKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 109dKHBenjamin Harman (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 56dBH
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 109 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%97%99%JanFebAprMayJunToni Johnson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%TJSteven Burke (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%SBKimberly Holthaus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%KHBenjamin Harman (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%BH
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
($260K - $390K)
DEALS
8
AVG. DOM
69d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
107%
KH
1-3
> 60 days
97%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
BH
Benjamin Harman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
WC
William Connor
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
91%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
94%
TJ
Toni Johnson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
KB
Kristen Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
107%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$450K$450K$450KJanFebAprMayJunHeidi Rice (Buyer): Median Price $450KHRHeidi Rice (Seller): Median Price $450KHR
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $450K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
88d88d88dJanFebAprMayJunHeidi Rice (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 88dHRHeidi Rice (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 88dHR
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 88 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
90%90%90%JanFebAprMayJunHeidi Rice (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%HRHeidi Rice (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%HR
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 90% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($450K - $450K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
88d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
90%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
90%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
90%

Condo/Co-op

111Feb
Sales Volume
Condo/Co-op recorded 1 transactions recently.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$150K$150K$150KJanFebAprMayJunJoan Rollins (Buyer): Median Price $150KJRMichael Harman (Seller): Median Price $150KMH
The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $150K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
108d108d108dJanFebAprMayJunJoan Rollins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 108dJRMichael Harman (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 108dMH
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the Mid-Market range average 108 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%94%94%JanFebAprMayJunJoan Rollins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%JRMichael Harman (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%MH
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Condo/Co-op assets receive 94% of list price.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($150K - $150K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
108d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
94%
MH
Michael Harman
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
JR
Joan Rollins
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%

Cresco Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
6
+2 New
Recently Listed (7d)
2
market entries
Average List Price
$353K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
3
1
2
6

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a active environment in Cresco, IA. Inventory is at 3 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory is balanced but lean, requiring buyers to be decisive.

What are the current pricing trends for Cresco, IA real estate?

Currently, $199,000 represents the median entry point in Cresco, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Cresco have moved upward by approximately 4% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Cresco, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 99.1%. On average, properties in Cresco are transitioning from active to sold status in 63 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Brad Burke ranks at the top of our Cresco leaderboard — with 2 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 Cresco, IA market compare to Howard trends?

Cresco, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Howard region. Median home values are currently 73% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Cresco.

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

Buyers targeting High-End Detached Home homes in Cresco, IA may want to work with Heidi Rice. 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 Cresco, IA?

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

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

If you're hunting for a Entry Level Detached Home in Cresco, IA, Kimberly Holthaus's track record speaks for itself. When inventory is limited, speed matters. Their track record in the Entry Level Detached Home segment shows they consistently move faster than most buyer's agents — without sacrificing due diligence.

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

Brad Burke has been particularly active in Cresco's Entry Level Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. Their listings in this segment have consistently 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.

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

Heidi Rice has a strong showing as a buyer's agent in Cresco's Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market. Our algorithm surfaces Heidi Rice based on actual closed buyer deals in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.

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

Sellers of Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Cresco, IA have found a reliable partner in Heidi Rice, based on closed deal data. Real estate is hyper-local. Heidi Rice's repeated activity in Cresco's Mid-Market Detached Home niche demonstrates the kind of specific, proven familiarity that matters when the stakes are high.

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

In the High-End Detached Home category, few agents in Cresco, IA can match the track record of Steven Burke. Their listings in this segment have consistently 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.

Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Condo/Co-op in Cresco, IA?

Joan Rollins has helped buyers close on Mid-Market Condo/Co-op properties in Cresco, IA — and the data shows it. Our algorithm surfaces Joan Rollins based on actual closed buyer deals in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.