Best Real Estate Agents in Mahaska County, IA• Updated

Explore real estate agents across Mahaska 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
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Mahaska County, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 90% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 3 active listings and 5 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 2 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 17%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 28%. Transaction speed in Mahaska County is currently 8 days slower than the broader Iowa benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Mahaska 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

123AprMayJun
Sales Volume
Detached Homes recorded 12 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 $126K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 73 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 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
73d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
RW
Russell Winburn
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
KC
Karen Converse
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
AM
Amy McGriff
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
JW
Janet Winn
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
89%
JW
Janet Winn
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
89%
RM
Robin Marcinik
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
MD
Melissa Deaton
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
JC
Jason Carter
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
101%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $184K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Mid-Market 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 Mid-Market Detached Homes received 91% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
6
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
91%
BP
Bruce Peiffer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
SB
Sarah Buchheit
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
SD
Sheila Denburger
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
AM
Amy McGriff
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
83%
MH
Mindy Huls
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
81%
MH
Mindy Huls
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
81%
AW
Alexis Wright
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
83%
SD
Sheila Denburger
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
JH
John Holterhaus
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
CG
Cindy Garrison
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
101%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $300K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 117 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 93% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
117d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
93%

Mahaska County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
3
Average List Price
$298K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketTotal
Detached Home
1
2
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3

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Mahaska County, IA. Inventory is at 2 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 Mahaska County, IA real estate?

Currently, $168,000 represents the median entry point in Mahaska County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Mahaska County have moved upward by approximately 17% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Mahaska County, IA getting their full asking price?

Buyers have some room to negotiate in Mahaska County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 90%. On average, properties in Mahaska County are transitioning from active to sold status in 72 days.

Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Mahaska County, IA?

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Mahaska County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Bruce Peiffer (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 1 closed listing), Russell Winburn (Entry Level Detached Homes, 1 closed listing), Sarah Buchheit (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 1 closed listing). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

How does the Mahaska County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?

Mahaska County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 20% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Mahaska County.

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

Mindy Huls has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Mahaska 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 1 closed purchase in this segment.

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

Janet Winn has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Mahaska 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 1 closed purchase in this segment.

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

Bruce Peiffer has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Mahaska County, 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 Entry Level Detached Homes in Mahaska County, IA?

Russell Winburn has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Mahaska County, 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.

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