Best Real Estate Agents in Newton, IA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Newton, IA? This page ranks the top realtors in Newton by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in Newton, IA or buy a home in Newton, 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: Opportunity 📈

The Newton, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 97% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 109 active listings and 39 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 6.4 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 2%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 19%. Listings in Newton are moving 5 days faster than the Jasper average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Newton, IA

Detached Homes

516.528JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 357% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 28 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$650$85K$168KJanFebMarAprMayJunWendy Wagner (Buyer): Median Price $116KWWWendy Wagner (Buyer): Median Price $110KWWColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $76KCLHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Median Price $149KHRHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Median Price $145KHRHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Median Price $70KHRBarbara Barr (Buyer): Median Price $20KBBRobert Cupples (Seller): Median Price $118KRCJake Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $147KJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $147KJJ
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 3% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
3d82d160dJanFebMarAprMayJunWendy Wagner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 93dWWWendy Wagner (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 142dWWColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 46dCLHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dHRHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 64dHRHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 21dHRBarbara Barr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dBBRobert Cupples (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 115dRCJake Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 81dJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 81dJJ
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 71 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
0%62%124%JanFebMarAprMayJunWendy Wagner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 109%WWWendy Wagner (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 82%WWColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 84%CLHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%HRHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%HRHeather Rawlins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 82%HRBarbara Barr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 10%BBRobert Cupples (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 107%RCJake Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JJJo Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JJ
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 90%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($20K - $150K)
DEALS
56
AVG. DOM
55d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
93%
RC
Robert Cupples
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
102%
JD
Jeremy Dittmer
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
GD
Geri Doyle
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JJ
Jake Jenkins
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
JJ
Jo Jenkins
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
WW
Wendy Wagner
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
89%
CL
Colby Lawson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
84%
HR
1-3
30-60 days
93%
BB
Barbara Barr
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
10%
JD
3-5
30-60 days
96%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$143K$218K$292KJanFebMarAprMayJunColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $245KCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $183KCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $195KCLAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Median Price $194KAAAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Median Price $190KAAAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Median Price $227KAAToni Peska (Buyer): Median Price $223KTPToni Peska (Buyer): Median Price $174KTPJake Jenkins (Buyer): Median Price $180KJJJake Jenkins (Buyer): Median Price $244KJJJake Jenkins (Buyer): Median Price $265KJJGeri Doyle (Seller): Median Price $160KGDLeslie Morgan (Seller): Median Price $187KLMShawn Preston (Seller): Median Price $275KSPShawn Preston (Seller): Median Price $189KSPCassie Anderson (Seller): Median Price $164KCADakotah Reed (Seller): Median Price $160KDR
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 2% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
24d86d147dJanFebMarAprMayJunColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 41dCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 91dCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 64dCLAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 50dAAAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 133dAAAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 84dAAToni Peska (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 46dTPToni Peska (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 39dTPJake Jenkins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 77dJJJake Jenkins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 109dJJJake Jenkins (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 44dJJGeri Doyle (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dGDLeslie Morgan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 52dLMShawn Preston (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 71dSPShawn Preston (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 74dSPCassie Anderson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 115dCADakotah Reed (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dDR
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 49 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
79%94%108%JanFebMarAprMayJunColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CLColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%CLColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%CLAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%AAAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 83%AAAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%AAToni Peska (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%TPToni Peska (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%TPJake Jenkins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%JJJake Jenkins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JJJake Jenkins (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JJGeri Doyle (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%GDLeslie Morgan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%LMShawn Preston (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SPShawn Preston (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 105%SPCassie Anderson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%CADakotah Reed (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DR
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
($160K - $280K)
DEALS
125
AVG. DOM
61d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
GD
Geri Doyle
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
LM
Leslie Morgan
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
SP
Shawn Preston
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
CA
Cassie Anderson
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
DR
Dakotah Reed
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
CL
Colby Lawson
Top Buyer
8+
> 60 days
97%
1-3
> 60 days
92%
TP
Toni Peska
Top Buyer
5-8
30-60 days
97%
JJ
Jake Jenkins
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JD
1-3
30-60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$258K$353K$447KJanFebMarAprMayJunToni Peska (Buyer): Median Price $425KTPToni Peska (Buyer): Median Price $385KTPColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $300KCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $280KCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $315KCLRobert Cupples (Buyer): Median Price $406KRCRobert Cupples (Buyer): Median Price $297KRCRobert Cupples (Buyer): Median Price $398KRCMary Beth Lawson (Buyer): Median Price $315KMLAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Median Price $300KAARobert Cupples (Seller): Median Price $290KRCRobert Cupples (Seller): Median Price $297KRCRobert Cupples (Seller): Median Price $398KRCRobert Cupples (Seller): Median Price $385KRCMary Foley (Seller): Median Price $390KMFElizabeth Warner (Seller): Median Price $406KEWJake Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $305KJJJake Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $292KJJJake Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $356KJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $305KJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $292KJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Median Price $356KJJ
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has softened by 11% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
22d109d196dJanFebMarAprMayJunToni Peska (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dTPToni Peska (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 143dTPColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 71dCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dCLColby Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dCLRobert Cupples (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 176dRCRobert Cupples (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dRCRobert Cupples (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 175dRCMary Beth Lawson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dMLAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dAARobert Cupples (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 112dRCRobert Cupples (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 80dRCRobert Cupples (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 175dRCRobert Cupples (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 143dRCMary Foley (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 140dMFElizabeth Warner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 176dEWJake Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dJJJake Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 67dJJJake Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 67dJJJo Jenkins (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dJJ
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 75 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%99%103%JanFebMarAprMayJunToni Peska (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TPToni Peska (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%TPColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%CLColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%CLColby Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%CLRobert Cupples (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%RCRobert Cupples (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%RCRobert Cupples (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%RCMary Beth Lawson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%MLAlida Jo Anderson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%AARobert Cupples (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%RCRobert Cupples (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%RCRobert Cupples (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%RCRobert Cupples (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RCMary Foley (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MFElizabeth Warner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%EWJake Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JJJake Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JJJake Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JJJo Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JJJo Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JJJo Jenkins (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%JJ
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 100%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($290K - $420K)
DEALS
41
AVG. DOM
84d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
RC
Robert Cupples
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
101%
MF
Mary Foley
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
101%
EW
1-3
> 60 days
101%
JJ
Jake Jenkins
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
99%
JJ
Jo Jenkins
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
99%
TP
Toni Peska
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
97%
CL
Colby Lawson
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
RC
3-5
> 60 days
101%
ML
1-3
30-60 days
99%
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$405K$513K$620KJanFebMarAprMayJunBarbara Barr (Buyer): Median Price $430KBBAubrie Doyle (Buyer): Median Price $500KADChyAnne Huyser (Seller): Median Price $500KCH
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has risen by 21% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
73d83d92dJanFebMarAprMayJunBarbara Barr (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dBBAubrie Doyle (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 90dADChyAnne Huyser (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 90dCH
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 75 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
95%98%101%JanFebMarAprMayJunBarbara Barr (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%BBAubrie Doyle (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%ADChyAnne Huyser (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%CH
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 100%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($430K - $600K)
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
73d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
DB
Dallas Boerm
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TP
Toni Peska
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
NB
Nela Biscanin
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
CH
ChyAnne Huyser
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
MM
Megan Meyer
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
BB
Barbara Barr
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
BC
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JM
Joanne May
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
AD
Aubrie Doyle
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
DB
Dallas Boerm
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%

Condo/Co-op

111FebMarMay
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 3 months, holding at 1 transactions.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$120K$120K$120KJanFebMarAprMayJunCaren Clevenger (Buyer): Median Price $120KCCCaren Clevenger (Seller): Median Price $120KCC
The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $120K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
51d51d51dJanFebMarAprMayJunCaren Clevenger (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dCCCaren Clevenger (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 51dCC
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the Entry Level range average 51 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
68%69%69%JanFebMarAprMayJunCaren Clevenger (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 69%CCCaren Clevenger (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 69%CC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Condo/Co-op assets receive 69% of list price.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
($60K - $120K)
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
45d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
77%
HE
Heather Engbers
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
85%
CC
Caren Clevenger
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
77%
CC
1-3
30-60 days
69%
RC
1-3
30-60 days
85%
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$247K$259K$271KJanFebMarAprMayJunAndrea Olson Taylor (Buyer): Median Price $250KATJason Morgan (Seller): Median Price $250KJM
The average price in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op segment has softened by 7% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
48d62d75dJanFebMarAprMayJunAndrea Olson Taylor (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 72dATJason Morgan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 72dJM
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 72 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
98%99%100%JanFebMarAprMayJunAndrea Olson Taylor (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%ATJason Morgan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($230K - $270K)
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
54d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
89%
JM
Jason Morgan
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
SD
Sarah Daehler
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
69%
BC
1-3
30-60 days
69%
1-3
> 60 days
98%

Townhomes

111Apr
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 1 transactions recently.
High-End Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$313K$313K$313KJanFebMarAprMayJunHolly Kincel (Buyer): Median Price $313KHKWendy Wagner (Seller): Median Price $313KWW
The High-End Townhome tier commands a price of $313K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
48d48d48dJanFebMarAprMayJunHolly Kincel (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dHKWendy Wagner (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dWW
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the High-End range average 48 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%99%100%JanFebMarAprMayJunHolly Kincel (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%HKWendy Wagner (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%WW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Townhome assets receive 99% of list price.
High-End Townhome Segment
($310K - $313K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
48d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
WW
Wendy Wagner
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
HK
Holly Kincel
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%

Newton Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
109
+26 New
Recently Listed (7d)
26
market entries
Average List Price
$268K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
2
5
7
Detached Home
19
28
45
9
101
Townhome
1
1

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a stable environment in Newton, IA. Inventory is at 6.4 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 Newton, IA real estate?

Currently, $213,000 represents the median entry point in Newton, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Newton have moved downward by approximately 2% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Newton, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 96.6%. On average, properties in Newton are transitioning from active to sold status in 53 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Robert Cupples ranks at the top of our Newton leaderboard — with 4 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 51. 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 Newton, IA market compare to Jasper trends?

Newton, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Jasper region. Median home values are currently 8% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Newton.

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

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Newton, IA may want to work with Wendy Wagner. 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.

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

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

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

If you're hunting for a High-End Detached Home in Newton, IA, Toni Peska'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 Newton, IA?

Robert Cupples has been particularly active in Newton's Entry Level Detached Home segment, and the numbers back it up. Their Entry Level Detached Home closings in Newton, 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 Newton, IA?

When looking specifically at High-End Detached Home transactions, Robert Cupples consistently surfaces as a top performer in Newton, IA. Robert Cupples has consistently held closer to asking price than the typical High-End Detached Home agent in Newton, IA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most.

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

Sellers of Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Newton, IA have found a reliable partner in Geri Doyle, 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 Newton, IA reflects both.

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

Navigating Newton's Entry Level Condo/Co-op market as a buyer? Caren Clevenger 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.

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

Brett Corrigan has helped buyers close on Mid-Market Condo/Co-op properties in Newton, IA — and the data shows it. The data shows a consistent pattern across their deals here: shorter time to close than the segment average, and acquisition terms that tend to land below-average relative to list price. Two things buyers care about most.