Best Real Estate Agents in Pella, IA• Updated

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

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Pella, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 96% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). There are no active listings in Pella right now. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 28%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 13%. Listings in Pella are moving 7 days faster than the Marion County average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Pella, 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

716.526AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Detached Homes recorded 173 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 $180K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 49 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 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($120K - $210K)
DEALS
12
AVG. DOM
49d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
KV
Kirsten Veenstra
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
JL
Jody Lautenbach
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
LJ
Leasa Jansen
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
MK
Mariah Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
JL
Jody Lautenbach
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
KB
Kaity Brown
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
87%
JH
John Holterhaus
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
91%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
BF
Brendan Foughty
Top Buyer
1-3
> 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 $301K 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 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($220K - $390K)
DEALS
82
AVG. DOM
62d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
JS
Justin Ver Steeg
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
99%
LP
Laurel Pangman
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
RP
Ryan Pangman
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
MS
Michelle Spiker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
LJ
Leasa Jansen
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
93%
RT
Rachel Tiskevics
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
93%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
94%
BL
Benjamin Lantz
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
95%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $473K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 82 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 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($400K - $590K)
DEALS
54
AVG. DOM
82d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
JS
Justin Ver Steeg
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
RT
Rachel Tiskevics
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
99%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
99%
SB
Sarah Buchheit
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
ST
Sharon Thompson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
98%
LJ
Leasa Jansen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JS
Justin Ver Steeg
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
100%
MM
Melanie Mapes
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
CP
Cher Pingel
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $794K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 81 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 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($600K - $1.9M)
DEALS
25
AVG. DOM
81d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
JS
Justin Ver Steeg
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
103%
DE
Dianna Elder
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
HK
Holly Kincel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
CM
Carla Vander Molen
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
97%
LJ
Leasa Jansen
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
93%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
83%
MK
Mariah Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
83%
JS
Justin Ver Steeg
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
VC
Vicki Cowman
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%

Condos/Co-ops

123MayJulAug
Sales Volume
Condos/Co-ops recorded 10 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $249K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 68 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 Condos/Co-ops received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($220K - $280K)
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
68d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JD
JoAnn Dorenkamp
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
SP
Stephen Patel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
CP
Cher Pingel
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
93%
VC
Vicki Cowman
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
90%
SB
Sarah Buchheit
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
AZ
Amanda Van Zante
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
90%
CM
Carla Vander Molen
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
CW
Ciara Ward
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JV
Jill Veenstra
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
Ultra-Luxury Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Ultra-Luxury Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $775K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 15 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 Condos/Co-ops received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Ultra-Luxury Condo/Co-op Segment
($775K - $780K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
15d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
100%
MK
Mariah Kooyman
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
100%
KK
Kathy Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
< 15 days
100%
MK
Mariah Kooyman
Top Buyer
1-3
< 15 days
100%

Pella Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
0
Average List Price
$0
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Pella, IA. There are no active listings right now, so buyers may need to wait for new homes to come on the market.

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

Currently, $300,000 represents the median entry point in Pella, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Pella have moved downward by approximately 27% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have some room to negotiate in Pella, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 95.8%. On average, properties in Pella are transitioning from active to sold status in 57 days.

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

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Pella, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Jill Veenstra (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 5 closed listings), Justin Ver Steeg (High-End Detached Homes, 15 closed listings), Kirsten Veenstra (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

How does the Pella, IA market compare to Marion County trends?

Pella, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Marion County region. Median home values are currently 23% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Pella.

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

Buyers targeting Ultra-Luxury Detached 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. Based on 6 closed purchases in this segment (16 in Pella, IA overall).

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

Our data flags Leasa Jansen as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Detached Home properties in Pella, IA. Across their deals in the Mid-Market Detached Home category, Leasa Jansen has achieved better-than-average terms relative to asking price in Pella, IA. That kind of negotiating edge compounds over a transaction. Based on 5 closed purchases in this segment (8 in Pella, IA overall).

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

Jody Lautenbach has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Pella, 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 3 closed purchases in this segment.

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

If you're selling a High-End Detached Home in Pella, IA, the data points to Justin Ver Steeg as a standout choice. Their High-End Detached Home closings in Pella, IA show an above-average sale-to-list ratio for this segment — a sign of skilled pricing and negotiation that protects seller value. Based on 15 closed listings in this segment (23 in Pella, IA overall).

Which listing agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Pella, IA?

Justin Ver Steeg has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home listings in Pella, 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 4 closed listings in this segment (23 in Pella, IA overall).

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

Jill Veenstra has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Pella, 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 (16 in Pella, IA overall).

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

Our transaction-level analysis puts Jill Veenstra at the top for Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Pella, IA. 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 5 closed listings in this segment (13 in Pella, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops in Pella, IA?

Sarah Buchheit has recent Mid-Market Condo/Co-op purchases in Pella, IA. 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 (3 in Pella, IA overall).