Best Real Estate Agents in Creston, IA• Updated

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

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The Creston, IA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 92% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 39 active listings and 6 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 4.5 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 19%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 29%. Listings in Creston are moving 8 days faster than the Union average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Creston, IA

Detached Homes

36.510JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 176% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 10 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$8K$62K$115KJanFebMarAprMayJunDave Wiges (Buyer): Median Price $20KDWKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Median Price $60KKSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Median Price $100KKSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Median Price $88KKSDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Median Price $86KDGNancy Loudon (Buyer): Median Price $103KNLNancy Loudon (Buyer): Median Price $20KNLBrooke Pruitt (Seller): Median Price $88KBPKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $85KKCKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $82KKC
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 28% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
8d91d173dJanFebMarAprMayJunDave Wiges (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 77dDWKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 61dKSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 45dKSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 87dKSDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 69dDGNancy Loudon (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 154dNLNancy Loudon (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 114dNLBrooke Pruitt (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 87dBPKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 27dKCKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 84dKC
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 58 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
47%77%107%JanFebMarAprMayJunDave Wiges (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%DWKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 87%KSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%KSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KSDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 87%DGNancy Loudon (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%NLNancy Loudon (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 54%NLBrooke Pruitt (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%BPKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%KCKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KC
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 90%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($10K - $100K)
DEALS
38
AVG. DOM
68d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
88%
BK
Brent Kelso
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
PC
1-3
30-60 days
100%
EK
Emmy Key
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
BP
Brooke Pruitt
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
DW
Dave Wiges
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
50%
MC
Marie Chapman
Top Buyer
3-5
30-60 days
91%
KS
3-5
> 60 days
92%
DG
3-5
30-60 days
92%
NL
Nancy Loudon
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
77%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$123K$167K$211KJanFebMarAprMayJunDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Median Price $163KDGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Median Price $168KDGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Median Price $133KDGKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Median Price $199KKSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Median Price $164KKSNancy Loudon (Buyer): Median Price $140KNLKen Callahan (Buyer): Median Price $182KKCKen Callahan (Buyer): Median Price $165KKCNancy Loudon (Seller): Median Price $144KNLNancy Loudon (Seller): Median Price $140KNLNancy Loudon (Seller): Median Price $166KNLJordan Nelson (Seller): Median Price $144KJNMichelle Crill (Seller): Median Price $201KMCKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $182KKCKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $165KKC
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 5% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
1d101d200dJanFebMarAprMayJunDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 73dDGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 112dDGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 56dDGKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 60dKSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 138dKSNancy Loudon (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dNLKen Callahan (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 177dKCKen Callahan (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 58dKCNancy Loudon (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dNLNancy Loudon (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dNLNancy Loudon (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 145dNLJordan Nelson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 61dJNMichelle Crill (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 24dMCKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 177dKCKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 58dKC
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 60 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
86%96%105%JanFebMarAprMayJunDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%DGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%DGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%DGKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KSKiki Scarberry (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KSNancy Loudon (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%NLKen Callahan (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%KCKen Callahan (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%KCNancy Loudon (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%NLNancy Loudon (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%NLNancy Loudon (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%NLJordan Nelson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JNMichelle Crill (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%MCKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%KCKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%KC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($110K - $200K)
DEALS
36
AVG. DOM
77d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
NL
Nancy Loudon
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
GT
1-3
30-60 days
102%
MC
Michelle Crill
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
101%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
DG
5-8
> 60 days
95%
KS
5-8
> 60 days
98%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
NL
Nancy Loudon
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$218K$258K$298KJanFebMarAprMayJunDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Median Price $282KDGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Median Price $260KDGJordan Nelson (Buyer): Median Price $244KJNKen Callahan (Buyer): Median Price $227KKCKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $254KKCChristopher Lane (Seller): Median Price $289KCLDino Groumoutis (Seller): Median Price $260KDGDino Groumoutis (Seller): Median Price $235KDG
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 14% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
42d83d123dJanFebMarAprMayJunDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 57dDGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dDGJordan Nelson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 53dJNKen Callahan (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 74dKCKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 66dKCChristopher Lane (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 74dCLDino Groumoutis (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 51dDGDino Groumoutis (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 56dDG
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 80 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
86%94%102%JanFebMarAprMayJunDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%DGDino Groumoutis (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%DGJordan Nelson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 88%JNKen Callahan (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KCKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%KCChristopher Lane (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%CLDino Groumoutis (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%DGDino Groumoutis (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%DG
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 97%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($210K - $310K)
DEALS
18
AVG. DOM
70d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
CL
1-3
> 60 days
100%
KS
Kiki Scarberry
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
MC
Michelle Crill
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
DG
Dino Groumoutis
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
96%
DG
3-5
30-60 days
96%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
88%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
MC
Marie Chapman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
91%
TS
Tessa Stoffer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$395K$395K$395KJanFebMarAprMayJunSharon Walters (Buyer): Median Price $395KSWKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $395KKC
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $395K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
75d75d75dJanFebMarAprMayJunSharon Walters (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 75dSWKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 75dKC
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 75 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%99%99%JanFebMarAprMayJunSharon Walters (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%SWKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%KC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 99% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($340K - $480K)
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
78d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
BT
Bruce Travis
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
92%
DG
Dino Groumoutis
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
93%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
DG
1-3
> 60 days
97%
SW
1-3
> 60 days
99%

Mobile/Manufactured Homes

111Mar
Sales Volume
Mobile/Manufactured Homes recorded 1 transactions recently.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$15K$15K$15KJanFebMarAprMayJunJordan Nelson (Buyer): Median Price $15KJNRetta Ripperger (Seller): Median Price $15KRR
The Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home tier commands a price of $15K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
15d15d15dJanFebMarAprMayJunJordan Nelson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 15dJNRetta Ripperger (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 15dRR
Lower is better
Mobile/Manufactured Home homes in the Entry Level range average 15 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
86%86%86%JanFebMarAprMayJunJordan Nelson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 86%JNRetta Ripperger (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 86%RR
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home assets receive 86% of list price.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Segment
($20K - $30K)
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
49d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
RR
Retta Ripperger
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
90%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Buyer
1-3
< 15 days
86%
RR
1-3
> 60 days
93%

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

111JanFeb
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 2 months, holding at 1 transactions.
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$30K$30K$30KJanFebMarAprMayJunSiera Grimm (Buyer): Median Price $30KSGDave Wiges (Seller): Median Price $30KDW
The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier commands a price of $30K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
44d44d44dJanFebMarAprMayJunSiera Grimm (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 44dSGDave Wiges (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 44dDW
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) homes in the Entry Level range average 44 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%90%90%JanFebMarAprMayJunSiera Grimm (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%SGDave Wiges (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 90%DW
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) assets receive 90% of list price.
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
($30K - $30K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
44d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
90%
DW
Dave Wiges
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
90%
SG
Siera Grimm
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
90%
High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$267K$267K$267KJanFebMarAprMayJunJordan Nelson (Buyer): Median Price $267KJNKen Callahan (Seller): Median Price $267KKC
The High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier commands a price of $267K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
49d49d49dJanFebMarAprMayJunJordan Nelson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 49dJNKen Callahan (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 49dKC
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) homes in the High-End range average 49 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%99%99%JanFebMarAprMayJunJordan Nelson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JNKen Callahan (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%KC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) assets receive 99% of list price.
High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
($267K - $270K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
49d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
KC
Ken Callahan
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
JN
Jordan Nelson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%

Creston Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings
39
+9 New
Recently Listed (7d)
9
market entries
Average List Price
$150K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
2
2
Detached Home
6
6
19
31
Mobile/Manufactured Home
3
1
4
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
2
2

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a stable environment in Creston, IA. Inventory is at 4.5 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 Creston, IA real estate?

Currently, $155,000 represents the median entry point in Creston, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Creston have moved upward by approximately 19% based on regional transaction data.

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

Buyers have room for negotiation in Creston, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 92.3%. On average, properties in Creston are transitioning from active to sold status in 48 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Ken Callahan ranks at the top of our Creston leaderboard — with 3 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of -30. 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 Creston, IA market compare to Union trends?

Creston, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Union region. Median home values are currently 9% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Creston.

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

Buyers targeting Entry Level Detached Home homes in Creston, IA may want to work with Dave Wiges. 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 Creston, IA?

Our data flags Dino Groumoutis as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Detached Home properties in Creston, 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 High-End Detached Home in Creston, IA?

If you're hunting for a High-End Detached Home in Creston, IA, Dino Groumoutis's track record speaks for itself. When inventory is limited, speed matters. Their track record in the High-End Detached Home segment shows they consistently move faster than most buyer's agents — without sacrificing due diligence.

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

Among agents actively helping buyers in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home space, Ken Callahan stands out in Creston, IA. 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 Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home in Creston, IA?

Jordan Nelson has a strong showing as a buyer's agent in Creston's Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home market. 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.

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

Sellers of High-End Detached Home homes in Creston, IA have found a reliable partner in Ken Callahan, 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 High-End Detached Home category in Creston, IA reflects both.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Creston, IA?

Navigating Creston's Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) market as a buyer? Siera Grimm is among the most effective agents in this niche. Their buyer transactions in the Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) category in Creston, IA reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally.

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

Nancy Loudon specializes in Mid-Market Detached Home properties and has built a measurable edge in Creston's market. Nancy Loudon has consistently held closer to asking price than the typical Mid-Market Detached Home agent in Creston, IA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most.