Best Real Estate Agents in Palo Alto County, IA• Updated
Explore real estate agents across Palo Alto 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: Opportunity 📈
The Palo Alto County, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are selling at 94% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 2 active listings and 8 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 4 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 118%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 23%.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Palo Alto 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
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $88K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 84 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 86% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $156K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 53 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 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $341K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 99 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 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $446K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 119 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 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Palo Alto County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Detached Home | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Palo Alto County, IA performing right now?
The data indicates a buyer-friendly market in Palo Alto County, IA. Inventory is at 4 months of supply. Inventory levels provide a healthy range of options, giving buyers more choice and negotiating room.
What are the current pricing trends for Palo Alto County, IA real estate?
Currently, $159,000 represents the median entry point in Palo Alto County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Palo Alto County have moved upward by approximately 118% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Palo Alto County, IA getting their full asking price?
Buyers have room for negotiation in Palo Alto County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 94.2%. On average, properties in Palo Alto County are transitioning from active to sold status in 64 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Palo Alto County, IA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Palo Alto County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Kelly Bierl (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Luann Moran (High-End Detached Homes, 1 closed listing), Lori Jergens (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 1 closed listing). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Palo Alto County, IA market compare to Iowa trends?
Palo Alto County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 24% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Palo Alto County.
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Russell Jergens has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Palo Alto County, 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.
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Kelly Bierl has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Palo Alto 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 2 closed listings in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Shelly Lohman has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Palo Alto County, 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 1 closed purchase in this segment (3 in Palo Alto County, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Kelsey Crosser has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Palo Alto 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 Mid-Market Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Michael Wentzel has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto County, IA?
Lori Jergens has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Palo Alto 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 High-End Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Luann Moran has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Palo Alto 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 Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Palo Alto County, IA?
Delores Hopkins has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home listings in Palo Alto County, 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 1 closed listing in this segment.