Best Real Estate Agents in Harlan, IA• Updated

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

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Harlan, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 93% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 3 active listings and 7 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.5 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 33%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 3%. Transaction speed in Harlan is currently 2 days slower than the broader Shelby County benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Harlan, 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

2712AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Detached Homes recorded 55 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 $68K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 59 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 90% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($40K - $90K)
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
59d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
90%
RO
Randy Ouren
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
RP
Ryan Petersen
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
82%
RO
Randy Ouren
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
87%
JK
Julie Kesterson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $157K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes 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 Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($120K - $190K)
DEALS
27
AVG. DOM
68d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
RL
Roxanne Linde
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
113%
KO
Kevin Osborn
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
JL
Jay Leisey
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
124%
RP
Ryan Petersen
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
JK
Julie Kesterson
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
EG
Erin Goddard
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
90%
KJ
Kelli Jensen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
VE
Vickie Errett
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
KO
Kevin Osborn
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
101%
CH
Chris Harter
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
77%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $233K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 72 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 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($210K - $270K)
DEALS
14
AVG. DOM
72d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
VE
Vickie Errett
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
RP
Ryan Petersen
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
KO
Kevin Osborn
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TS
Tina Sempeck
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
RO
Randy Ouren
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
VE
Vickie Errett
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
EG
Erin Goddard
Top Buyer
1-3
< 15 days
93%
KO
Kevin Osborn
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
RP
Ryan Petersen
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
LT
Leanne Travis
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $380K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 64 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 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($300K - $620K)
DEALS
10
AVG. DOM
64d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
RL
Roxanne Linde
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
RC
Realtor Rob Cerveny
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
JF
Jeff Fah
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
SF
Susie Fah
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
JB
JLeaders Realty Brockhoff
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
SF
Susie Fah
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
90%
JB
JLeaders Realty Brockhoff
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
VE
Vickie Errett
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
KO
Kevin Osborn
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
AF
Angela Fritz
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%

Harlan Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
3
Average List Price
$226K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
1
1
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1
3

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Harlan, IA. Inventory is at 0.5 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 Harlan, IA real estate?

Currently, $148,000 represents the median entry point in Harlan, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Harlan have moved downward by approximately 33% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have some room to negotiate in Harlan, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 93.3%. On average, properties in Harlan are transitioning from active to sold status in 67 days.

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

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Harlan, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Roxanne Linde (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Vickie Errett (High-End Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Randy Ouren (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

How does the Harlan, IA market compare to Shelby County trends?

Harlan, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Shelby County region. Median home values are currently 19% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Harlan.

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

Roxanne Linde has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Harlan, 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 (3 in Harlan, IA overall).

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

Randy Ouren has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Harlan, 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 2 closed purchases in this segment.

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

Vickie Errett has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Harlan, IA. 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 (6 in Harlan, IA overall).

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

Erin Goddard has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Harlan, 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 2 closed purchases in this segment (3 in Harlan, IA overall).

Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Harlan, IA?

Vickie Errett has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Harlan, IA, at an above-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 2 closed listings in this segment.

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

Susie Fah has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Harlan, 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.

Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Condos/Co-ops in Harlan, IA?

Kevin Osborn has recent High-End Condo/Co-op purchases in Harlan, 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 (5 in Harlan, IA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Mobile/Manufactured Homes in Harlan, IA?

Linda Monahan has recent Mid-Market Mobile/Manufactured Home purchases in Harlan, 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.