Best Real Estate Agents in Forest City, IA• Updated
Looking for the best real estate agent in Forest City, IA? This page compares realtors in Forest City within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Forest City, IA or help buying a home in Forest City, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.
Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️
The Forest City, IA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 94% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 11 active listings and 4 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 2.8 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 12%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 17%. Listings in Forest City are moving 14 days faster than the Winnebago County average.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Forest City, 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 $60K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level 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 Entry Level Detached Homes received 89% 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 $151K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 58 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.
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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 $226K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 50 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.
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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 $375K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 58 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 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Forest City 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 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 11 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Forest City, IA performing right now?
The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Forest City, IA. Inventory is at 2.8 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 Forest City, IA real estate?
Currently, $150,000 represents the median entry point in Forest City, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Forest City have moved downward by approximately 12% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Forest City, IA getting their full asking price?
Buyers have some room to negotiate in Forest City, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 93.5%. On average, properties in Forest City are transitioning from active to sold status in 51 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Forest City, IA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Forest City, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Jacquelyne Stevenson (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Bethanie Farus (Entry Level Detached Homes, 1 closed listing), Pat Lovik (High-End Detached Homes, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Forest City, IA market compare to Winnebago County trends?
Forest City, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Winnebago County region. Median home values are currently 26% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Forest City.
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
SHARLISA CIAVARELLI has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Forest City, 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.
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
Jacquelyne Stevenson has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Forest City, 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 3 closed listings in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
Pat Lovik has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Forest City, 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 (4 in Forest City, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
Matt Wolff has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Forest City, 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 Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
Falon Lenz has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Forest City, 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 Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
BEN HAUGE has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in Forest City, 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 (2 in Forest City, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
Marisa Koppen has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home listings in Forest City, 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 (2 in Forest City, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Forest City, IA?
Bethanie Farus has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Forest City, 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 (4 in Forest City, IA overall).