Best Real Estate Agents in Pella, IA• Updated

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

Market Pulse
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The Pella, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 98% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 84 active listings and 16 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 6.7 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 6%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 5%. Transaction speed in Pella is currently 13 days slower than the broader Marion benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Pella, IA

Detached Homes

39.516DecJanFebMarAprMay
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 64% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 15 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$146K$208K$269KDecJanFebMarAprMayJody Lautenbach (Buyer): Median Price $160KJLJody Lautenbach (Buyer): Median Price $202KJLKathy Kooyman (Buyer): Median Price $180KKKJill Veenstra (Buyer): Median Price $255KJVOUTSIDE AGENT (Seller): Median Price $162KOALeasa Jansen (Seller): Median Price $245KLJKirsten Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $192KKVKathy Kooyman (Seller): Median Price $180KKKMariah Kooyman (Seller): Median Price $180KMK
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 39% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
24d53d82dDecJanFebMarAprMayJody Lautenbach (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 48dJLJody Lautenbach (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 33dJLKathy Kooyman (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 31dKKJill Veenstra (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 50dJVOUTSIDE AGENT (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 36dOALeasa Jansen (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 38dLJKirsten Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 62dKVKathy Kooyman (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 31dKKMariah Kooyman (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 31dMK
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 57 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
86%95%105%DecJanFebMarAprMayJody Lautenbach (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JLJody Lautenbach (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%JLKathy Kooyman (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%KKJill Veenstra (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%JVOUTSIDE AGENT (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%OALeasa Jansen (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%LJKirsten Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KVKathy Kooyman (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%KKMariah Kooyman (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%MK
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 98%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($140K - $280K)
DEALS
30
AVG. DOM
50d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
OA
OUTSIDE AGENT
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
LJ
Leasa Jansen
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
KV
1-3
30-60 days
97%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
MK
Mariah Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
JL
3-5
30-60 days
94%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
91%
JS
1-3
> 60 days
93%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$267K$388K$508KDecJanFebMarAprMayRachel Tiskevics (Buyer): Median Price $399KRTStephen Patel (Buyer): Median Price $429KSPStephen Patel (Buyer): Median Price $322KSPMelanie Mapes (Buyer): Median Price $440KMMMelanie Mapes (Buyer): Median Price $355KMMJill Veenstra (Buyer): Median Price $480KJVJill Veenstra (Buyer): Median Price $383KJVJill Veenstra (Buyer): Median Price $389KJVJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $295KJVJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $383KJVJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Median Price $382KJS
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 16% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
28d74d120dDecJanFebMarAprMayRachel Tiskevics (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 46dRTStephen Patel (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 71dSPStephen Patel (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dSPMelanie Mapes (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 90dMMMelanie Mapes (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 85dMMJill Veenstra (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 74dJVJill Veenstra (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 95dJVJill Veenstra (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 67dJVJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 39dJVJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 95dJVJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 47dJS
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 57 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%96%102%DecJanFebMarAprMayRachel Tiskevics (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%RTStephen Patel (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%SPStephen Patel (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%SPMelanie Mapes (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%MMMelanie Mapes (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%MMJill Veenstra (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JVJill Veenstra (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JVJill Veenstra (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JVJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JVJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JVJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JS
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 98%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($290K - $520K)
DEALS
77
AVG. DOM
66d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
BL
Benjamin Lantz
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
110%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
100%
JS
3-5
> 60 days
101%
VC
Vicki Cowman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
CG
Cindy Garrison
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
RT
3-5
30-60 days
92%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
MM
Melanie Mapes
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
96%
CW
Ciara Ward
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
96%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
97%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$520K$672K$823KDecJanFebMarAprMayJustin Ver Steeg (Buyer): Median Price $788KJSJustin Ver Steeg (Buyer): Median Price $655KJSSharon Thompson (Buyer): Median Price $635KSTJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Median Price $602KJSJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Median Price $687KJSJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Median Price $655KJSJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $635KJVJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $780KJVRachel Tiskevics (Seller): Median Price $555KRT
Prices in the High-End Detached Home tier have stabilized over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
0d80d161dDecJanFebMarAprMayJustin Ver Steeg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 126dJSJustin Ver Steeg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 13dJSSharon Thompson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 91dSTJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 44dJSJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 102dJSJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 13dJSJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 91dJVJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 68dJVRachel Tiskevics (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 81dRT
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 68 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
90%101%113%DecJanFebMarAprMayJustin Ver Steeg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%JSJustin Ver Steeg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSSharon Thompson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%STJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 110%JSJustin Ver Steeg (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JVJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JVRachel Tiskevics (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%RT
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the High-End Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 100%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($530K - $790K)
DEALS
27
AVG. DOM
79d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
JS
5-8
> 60 days
101%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
99%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
RT
1-3
> 60 days
102%
ST
Sharon Thompson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
LA
Lauri Amelse
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
JS
1-3
> 60 days
98%
RT
Rachel Treur
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SB
1-3
> 60 days
99%
ST
1-3
> 60 days
99%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$710K$1.4M$2MDecJanFebMarAprMayJill Veenstra (Buyer): Median Price $895KJVJohn Holterhaus (Buyer): Median Price $859KJHKelsey Boot (Buyer): Median Price $1.9MKBJohn Holterhaus (Seller): Median Price $859KJHRachel Tiskevics (Seller): Median Price $895KRTJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $1.9MJV
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has softened by 29% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
4d57d110dDecJanFebMarAprMayJill Veenstra (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dJVJohn Holterhaus (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 98dJHKelsey Boot (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 16dKBJohn Holterhaus (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 98dJHRachel Tiskevics (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 78dRTJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 16dJV
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 98 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
91%96%101%DecJanFebMarAprMayJill Veenstra (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%JVJohn Holterhaus (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JHKelsey Boot (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KBJohn Holterhaus (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JHRachel Tiskevics (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%RTJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JV
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 98%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($810K - $1.9M)
DEALS
8
AVG. DOM
81d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
94%
JH
John Holterhaus
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
RT
1-3
> 60 days
93%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
93%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
92%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
JH
1-3
> 60 days
98%
KB
Kelsey Boot
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%

Condo/Co-op

222JanMay
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 2 months, holding at 2 transactions.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$214K$250K$286KDecJanFebMarAprMaySarah Buchheit (Buyer): Median Price $222KSBJill Veenstra (Buyer): Median Price $278KJVJoAnn Dorenkamp (Seller): Median Price $222KJDJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $278KJV
The average price in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op segment has risen by 25% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
48d74d99dDecJanFebMarAprMaySarah Buchheit (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 93dSBJill Veenstra (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 54dJVJoAnn Dorenkamp (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 93dJDJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 54dJV
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Condo/Co-op is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 54 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
98%99%99%DecJanFebMarAprMaySarah Buchheit (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%SBJill Veenstra (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JVJoAnn Dorenkamp (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JDJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JV
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 99%.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
($70K - $280K)
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
JD
JoAnn Dorenkamp
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
BF
Brendan Foughty
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
SB
1-3
> 60 days
98%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
KP
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$280K$280K$280KDecJanFebMarAprMayMichelle Spiker (Buyer): Median Price $280KMSJill Veenstra (Seller): Median Price $280KJV
The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $280K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
42d42d42dDecJanFebMarAprMayMichelle Spiker (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dMSJill Veenstra (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dJV
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the Mid-Market range average 42 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
100%100%100%DecJanFebMarAprMayMichelle Spiker (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MSJill Veenstra (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JV
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Condo/Co-op assets receive 100% of list price.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($290K - $490K)
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
90d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%
MS
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SB
1-3
> 60 days
100%

Townhomes

222Jan
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 2 transactions recently.
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$343K$343K$343KDecJanFebMarAprMayStephen Patel (Buyer): Median Price $343KSPCiara Ward (Seller): Median Price $343KCW
The Mid-Market Townhome tier commands a price of $343K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
35d35d35dDecJanFebMarAprMayStephen Patel (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 35dSPCiara Ward (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dCW
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Mid-Market range average 35 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%99%99%DecJanFebMarAprMayStephen Patel (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%SPCiara Ward (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%CW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Townhome assets receive 99% of list price.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
($340K - $343K)
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
35d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
CW
Ciara Ward
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%

Pella Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
84
+19 New
Recently Listed (7d)
19
market entries
Average List Price
$476K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
7
2
5
14
Detached Home
9
22
34
5
70

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a stable environment in Pella, IA. Inventory is at 6.7 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 Pella, IA real estate?

Currently, $398,000 represents the median entry point in Pella, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Pella have moved downward by approximately 6% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Pella, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 98%. On average, properties in Pella are transitioning from active to sold status in 63 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Justin Ver Steeg ranks at the top of our Pella leaderboard — with 7 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 44. 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 Pella, IA market compare to Marion trends?

Pella, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Marion region. Median home values are currently 70% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Pella.

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

Buyers targeting Ultra-Luxury Detached Home homes in Pella, IA may want to work with Jill Veenstra. 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 Pella, IA?

Our data flags Rachel Tiskevics as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Detached Home properties in Pella, IA. 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.

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

If you're hunting for a Entry Level Detached Home in Pella, IA, Jody Lautenbach's track record speaks for itself. For buyers competing in the Entry Level Detached Home market in Pella, IA, their track record indicates speed and negotiating strength that outperforms the segment baseline on both counts.

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

Among agents actively helping buyers in the High-End Detached Home space, Lauri Amelse stands out in Pella, IA. 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.

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

When looking specifically at High-End Detached Home transactions, Justin Ver Steeg consistently surfaces as a top performer in Pella, IA. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

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

Sellers of Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Pella, IA have found a reliable partner in Benjamin Lantz, 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 Pella, IA reflects both.

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

Navigating Pella's Entry Level Condo/Co-op market as a buyer? Sarah Buchheit 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 Townhome in Pella, IA?

Stephen Patel has helped buyers close on Mid-Market Townhome properties in Pella, IA — and the data shows it. Our algorithm surfaces Stephen Patel based on actual closed buyer deals in the Mid-Market Townhome market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.