Best Real Estate Agents in Polk County, IA• Updated

Explore real estate agents across Polk 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
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The Polk County, IA real estate market is currently a Seller's Market. Homes are selling at 98% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 939 active listings and 586 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.7 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 5%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 6%. Transaction speed in Polk County is currently 5 days slower than the broader Iowa benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Polk 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

456645.5835AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 18% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 456 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
Prices in the Entry Level Detached Home tier have stabilized over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Homes rose 11% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 55 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 93%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
868
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
SC
Steven Camerona
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
110%
KA
Karla Alaniz
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
108%
JK
Jeff Kinion
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
123%
JS
Jamie Smith
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
104%
RE
Rob Ellerman
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
102%
DS
Dustin Schutte
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
—
HK
Heather Knittel
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
84%
JM
Joanne May
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
88%
JM
Julia Mena
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
90%
BM
Beatris Mayorga
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
89%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
Prices in the Mid-Market Detached Home tier have stabilized over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Homes fell 3% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 59 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 99%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
4K
AVG. DOM
60d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
TH
Tammy Heckart
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
102%
CB
Cody Bilyeu
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
102%
SH
Sara Hopkins
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
104%
KG
Kathryn Greer
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
101%
KC
Kyle Clarkson
Top Seller
8+
30-60 days
100%
ER
Erin Rundall
Top Buyer
8+
30-60 days
98%
SW
Seth Walker
Top Buyer
8+
30-60 days
97%
MC
Martin Castaneda
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
MD
Misty Darling
Top Buyer
8+
> 60 days
98%
JC
Joseph Cuevas
Top Buyer
5-8
30-60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 5% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Homes rose 4% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 71 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in High-End Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 99%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
946
AVG. DOM
70d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
DS
David Schabold
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
110%
TH
Tammy Heckart
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
105%
JL
Jenna Lago
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
102%
EH
Erin Herron
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
102%
JT
Jennifer Thorn
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
102%
MD
Misty Darling
Top Buyer
8+
> 60 days
97%
JF
Jennifer Farrell
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
SS
Susan SuttonLudwig
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
BL
Bill Ludwig
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
RG
Rose Green
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has softened by 5% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes fell 15% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 63 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Ultra-Luxury Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 97%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
236
AVG. DOM
74d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
AC
Abby Conley
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
105%
CP
Colin Panzi
Top Seller
5-8
> 60 days
104%
OZ
Oksana Zhirnova
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
103%
SH
Sara Hopkins
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
102%
MO
Megan Carey OLeary
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
106%
ER
Erin Rundall
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
91%
DS
Danielle Seifert
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
MM
Megan Hill Mitchum
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
97%
MS
Michael Slavin
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
97%
SG
Sara Gaskell
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
98%

Condos/Co-ops

101133165AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 25% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 101 transactions.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op segment has softened by 3% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Condos/Co-ops fell 5% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 58 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Entry Level Condo/Co-op has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 98%.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
760
AVG. DOM
63d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
KG
Kathryn Greer
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
RD
Ronda Dix
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
EG
Erin Green
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
HR
Hannah Reysack
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
PF
Patrick Fox
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
JP
Joey Plummer
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
94%
ER
Erin Rundall
Top Buyer
8+
30-60 days
98%
DM
Donna Meador
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
CC
Cecilia Cadd
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
PP
PS Reddy Pothireddy
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op segment has risen by 9% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops rose 5% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 79 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Condo/Co-op has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 98%.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
478
AVG. DOM
69d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
BS
Blake Shaffer
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
106%
JG
John Gentile
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
BW
Benjamin Webster
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
HR
Hannah Reysack
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
RB
Rob Burditt
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
HC
Holly Craiger
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
TH
Tammy Heckart
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
BW
Barbara Wiedenman
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
98%
JG
Jennifer Grimm
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
KS
Kathy Swanson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $543K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the High-End range averaged 76 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 Condos/Co-ops received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
35
AVG. DOM
76d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
AB
Alexander Burditt
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
RB
Rob Burditt
Top Seller
8+
> 60 days
100%
PC
Pennie Carroll
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
MW
Marcia Wanamaker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
RW
Rick Wanamaker
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
MN
Meg Nixon
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
CM
Curtis Marouelli
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
MC
Michael Caligiuri
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
RE
Robert Eisenlauer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
SB
Sullivan Baccam
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
Ultra-Luxury Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Ultra-Luxury Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $721K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 57 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 108% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Ultra-Luxury Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
57d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
108%
JE
Jay Elsberry
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
MS
Michael Slavin
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
RG
Rose Green
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%

Townhomes

123AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 19 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Townhome tier had a median sale price of $215K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Townhomes in the Entry Level range averaged 51 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 Townhomes received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
51d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
SE
Sara Edstrom
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
98%
TR
TIM RIETZ
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
98%
AW
Alex Wick
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
TS
Tracy Sorensen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
JG
Joshua Gillum
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
98%
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Townhome tier had a median sale price of $283K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Townhomes in the Mid-Market range averaged 61 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 Townhomes received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
DEALS
13
AVG. DOM
61d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
DL
David Lake
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
RM
Ryan Mathews
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
BB
Benjamin Bjorholm
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JB
Jordan Bjorholm
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TY
Tiffan Yamen
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
DL
David Lake
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
99%
JS
Joel Sullivan
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
CK
Chase Keller
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
MO
Meghan OBrien
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
JS
Jacob Simon
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
High-End Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Townhome tier had a median sale price of $485K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Townhomes in the High-End range averaged 95 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 Townhomes received 111% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Townhome Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
95d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
111%

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

111JunAug
Sales Volume
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) recorded 8 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $320K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Entry Level range averaged 88 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 Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 102% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
88d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
102%
Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $261K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Mid-Market range averaged 110 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 Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
110d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
ST
Stephanie Thomas
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
GK
Galen Kurth
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%

Polk County Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
939
Average List Price
$345K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
153
13
89
4
259
Detached Home
75
151
400
46
672
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
—
—
—
1
1
Townhome
1
3
3
—
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Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a high-intensity seller's market in Polk County, IA. Inventory is at 0.7 months of supply. Inventory is critically low, meaning well-priced homes move rapidly, often with multiple offers.

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

Currently, $349,000 represents the median entry point in Polk County, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Polk County have moved downward by approximately 5% based on regional transaction data.

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

Sellers hold the edge, though homes are closing slightly below asking in Polk County, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 98%. On average, properties in Polk County are transitioning from active to sold status in 69 days.

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

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Polk County, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Tammy Heckart (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 97 closed listings), David Schabold (High-End Detached Homes, 9 closed listings), Steven Camerona (Entry Level Detached Homes, 5 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

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

Polk County, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Iowa region. Median home values are currently 67% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Polk County.

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

Dustin Schutte has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Polk County, 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.

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

If you're selling a High-End Detached Home in Polk County, IA, the data points to David Schabold as a standout choice. Their High-End Detached Home closings in Polk County, 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 9 closed listings in this segment.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Detached Homes in Polk County, IA?

Our transaction-level analysis puts Steven Camerona at the top for Entry Level Detached Home listings in Polk County, 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.

Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Polk County, IA?

Erin Rundall has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Polk 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 3 closed purchases in this segment (37 in Polk County, IA overall).

Who is a top listing agent for Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Polk County, IA?

Among agents with recent closings in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home space, Abby Conley has the strongest performance metrics in Polk County, IA. Abby Conley has held closer to asking price than the typical Ultra-Luxury Detached Home agent in Polk County, IA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most. Based on 6 closed listings in this segment.

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

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Homes in Polk County, IA may want to work with Erin Rundall. 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 22 closed purchases in this segment (37 in Polk County, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Polk County, IA?

Joey Plummer has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Polk 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 4 closed purchases in this segment.

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

Our data flags Misty Darling as a top buyer's advocate for High-End Detached Home properties in Polk County, 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. Based on 10 closed purchases in this segment (22 in Polk County, IA overall).

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