Best Real Estate Agents in Cresco, IA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Cresco, IA? This page compares realtors in Cresco within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Cresco, IA or help buying a home in Cresco, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Cresco, 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 3 active listings and 7 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 1.1 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 1%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 2%. Transaction speed in Cresco is currently 3 days slower than the broader Howard County benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Cresco, 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

23.55AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Detached Homes recorded 32 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $108K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Entry Level 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 Entry Level Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($40K - $150K)
DEALS
14
AVG. DOM
60d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
5-8
30-60 days
99%
BB
Brad Burke
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
RL
Rachel Ludeking
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
TJ
Toni Johnson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
KH
Kimberly Holthaus
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
KH
Kimberly Holthaus
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
100%
AB
Alyssa Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
80%
KB
Kristen Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
89%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $216K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 69 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 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($160K - $260K)
DEALS
10
AVG. DOM
69d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
ES
Elise Skellenger
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
108%
KH
Kimberly Holthaus
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
AD
Anne Dykstra
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
96%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
90%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
96%
AD
Anne Dykstra
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
92%
AB
Alyssa Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
TJ
Toni Johnson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
KH
Kimberly Holthaus
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $331K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 62 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 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($290K - $390K)
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
107%
KH
Kimberly Holthaus
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
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
1-3
30-60 days
94%
SB
Steven Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
TJ
Toni Johnson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
KB
Kristen Burke
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
107%
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.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($450K - $560K)
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
60d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
HR
Heidi Rice
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%

Cresco Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
3
Average List Price
$461K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
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Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Cresco, IA. Inventory is at 1.1 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 Cresco, IA real estate?

Currently, $222,000 represents the median entry point in Cresco, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Cresco have moved upward by approximately 1% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have some room to negotiate in Cresco, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 96.6%. On average, properties in Cresco are transitioning from active to sold status in 58 days.

Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Cresco, IA?

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Cresco, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Heidi Rice (Entry Level Detached Homes, 7 closed listings), Elise Skellenger (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 1 closed listing), Steven Burke (High-End Detached Homes, 1 closed listing). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

How does the Cresco, IA market compare to Howard County trends?

Cresco, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Howard County region. Median home values are currently 36% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Cresco.

Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Cresco, IA?

Heidi Rice has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Cresco, 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 4 closed purchases in this segment (13 in Cresco, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Cresco, IA?

Kimberly Holthaus has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Cresco, 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 (4 in Cresco, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Cresco, IA?

Heidi Rice has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Cresco, 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 (13 in Cresco, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Cresco, IA?

Heidi Rice has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Cresco, 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 (13 in Cresco, IA overall).

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

If you're selling an Entry Level Detached Home in Cresco, 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 (16 in Cresco, IA overall).

Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Cresco, IA?

Elise Skellenger has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Cresco, IA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-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 1 closed listing in this segment.

Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Cresco, IA?

Steven Burke has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Cresco, 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 (2 in Cresco, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Cresco, IA?

Joan Rollins has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Cresco, 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.