Best Real Estate Agents in Cook County, MN• Updated

Explore the top-ranked real estate agents across Cook County, MN. Our 2026 rankings are built from closed transaction data, helping you compare agents by real performance — not just marketing.

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The Cook County, MN real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 93% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 43 active listings and 16 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 10.3 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 25%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 3%. Listings in Cook are moving 1 days faster than the Minnesota average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Cook County, MN

Detached Homes

26.511MarAprMayJunJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 313% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 9 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$169K$305K$442KMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Median Price $400KVPLori Melbostad (Buyer): Median Price $200KLMChris Goettl (Buyer): Median Price $261KCGAimee Luick (Buyer): Median Price $380KALVirginia Detrick Palmer (Seller): Median Price $365KVPJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Median Price $400KJOJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Median Price $410KJOJessica Smith (Seller): Median Price $385KJS
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 4% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
19d68d116dMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dVPLori Melbostad (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 30dLMChris Goettl (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 80dCGAimee Luick (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dALVirginia Detrick Palmer (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 40dVPJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dJOJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 105dJOJessica Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 51dJS
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 37 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%98%106%MarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%VPLori Melbostad (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%LMChris Goettl (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%CGAimee Luick (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%ALVirginia Detrick Palmer (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%VPJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%JOJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%JOJessica Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JS
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Entry Level Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 93%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
DEALS
11
AVG. DOM
56d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
VP
Virginia Detrick Palmer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
103%
JS
Jessica Smith
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JP
Jacob Patten
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
98%
SD
Silviya Duclos
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
VP
Virginia Detrick Palmer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
103%
LM
Lori Melbostad
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
91%
CG
Chris Goettl
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
AL
Aimee Luick
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$365K$517K$669KMarAprMayJunJulAugJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Median Price $634KJOJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Median Price $604KJOSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Median Price $526KSDKali Blomberg (Buyer): Median Price $430KKBKali Blomberg (Buyer): Median Price $530KKBJacob Patten (Buyer): Median Price $516KJPRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Median Price $550KRMRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Median Price $560KRMKali Blomberg (Seller): Median Price $478KKBJessica Smith (Seller): Median Price $420KJSJessica Smith (Seller): Median Price $560KJSMike Larson (Seller): Median Price $400KMLRebecca McAllister (Seller): Median Price $532KRM
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 7% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
8d96d184dMarAprMayJunJulAugJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 56dJOJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 160dJOSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 65dSDKali Blomberg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 28dKBKali Blomberg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 63dKBJacob Patten (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 79dJPRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 164dRMRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 77dRMKali Blomberg (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 65dKBJessica Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 60dJSJessica Smith (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 77dJSMike Larson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dMLRebecca McAllister (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dRM
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 77 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
88%98%108%MarAprMayJunJulAugJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%JOJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%JOSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%SDKali Blomberg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%KBKali Blomberg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KBJacob Patten (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JPRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 92%RMRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RMKali Blomberg (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KBJessica Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSJessica Smith (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%JSMike Larson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 106%MLRebecca McAllister (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%RM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 97%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
DEALS
35
AVG. DOM
77d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
KB
Kali Blomberg
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
JS
Jessica Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
ML
Mike Larson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
106%
RM
Rebecca McAllister
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
CG
Chris Goettl
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Buyer
3-5
> 60 days
92%
SD
Silviya Duclos
Top Buyer
5-8
> 60 days
97%
KB
Kali Blomberg
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
JP
Jacob Patten
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
RM
Rebecca McAllister
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$477K$772K$1.1MMarAprMayJunJulAugKali Blomberg (Buyer): Median Price $631KKBSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Median Price $545KSDJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Median Price $650KJOJessica Smith (Buyer): Median Price $998KJSMike Larson (Seller): Median Price $998KMLTerry Backlund (Seller): Median Price $949KTBLinda Garrity (Seller): Median Price $650KLG
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 70% over the last 4 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
39d82d124dMarAprMayJunJulAugKali Blomberg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dKBSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 90dSDJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 114dJOJessica Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 49dJSMike Larson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 49dMLTerry Backlund (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 55dTBLinda Garrity (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 114dLG
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 49 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%97%101%MarAprMayJunJulAugKali Blomberg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%KBSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%SDJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JOJessica Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSMike Larson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MLTerry Backlund (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TBLinda Garrity (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%LG
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in High-End Detached Home has stabilized over the last 4 months, with sellers receiving 100%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
DEALS
11
AVG. DOM
79d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
VP
Virginia Detrick Palmer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
ML
Mike Larson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
TB
Terry Backlund
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SN
Susan Nichols
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
LG
Linda Garrity
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
KB
Kali Blomberg
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
SD
Silviya Duclos
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
101%
JP
Jacob Patten
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
JS
Jessica Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$563K$2.2M$3.9MMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Median Price $3.5MVPMelissa Gregg (Buyer): Median Price $1.2MMGMike Larson (Buyer): Median Price $950KMLJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Median Price $1.2MJOLinda Garrity (Seller): Median Price $950KLGMike Raymond (Seller): Median Price $3.5MMR
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has risen by 232% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
15d86d156dMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 99dVPMelissa Gregg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 140dMGMike Larson (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 31dMLJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 140dJOLinda Garrity (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 31dLGMike Raymond (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 99dMR
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 99 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%98%104%MarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%VPMelissa Gregg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%MGMike Larson (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%MLJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%JOLinda Garrity (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 103%LGMike Raymond (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%MR
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 94%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
72d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
102%
LG
Linda Garrity
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
MR
Mike Raymond
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
IA
Inger Andress
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
93%
KB
Kali Blomberg
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
VP
Virginia Detrick Palmer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
MG
Melissa Gregg
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
ML
Mike Larson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
103%
RM
Rebecca McAllister
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
109%

Condo/Co-op

12.54AprJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 3 months, holding at 1 transactions.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$340K$384K$428KMarAprMayJunJulAugEric Frost (Buyer): Median Price $350KEFInger Andress (Buyer): Median Price $418KIAEric Frost (Seller): Median Price $418KEFEric Frost (Seller): Median Price $362KEFEric Frost (Seller): Median Price $352KEFAlex Chapek (Seller): Median Price $418KAC
The average price in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op segment has risen by 19% over the last 3 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
25d37d48dMarAprMayJunJulAugEric Frost (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 28dEFInger Andress (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 30dIAEric Frost (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dEFEric Frost (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 28dEFEric Frost (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dEFAlex Chapek (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 30dAC
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 45 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
96%103%110%MarAprMayJunJulAugEric Frost (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%EFInger Andress (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%IAEric Frost (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%EFEric Frost (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%EFEric Frost (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 109%EFAlex Chapek (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%AC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
12
AVG. DOM
38d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
EF
Eric Frost
Top Seller
5-8
30-60 days
99%
AC
Alex Chapek
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
LG
Linda Garrity
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
EF
Eric Frost
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%
JC
Julie J Carlson
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
AC
Alex Chapek
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
LG
Linda Garrity
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
IA
Inger Andress
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%
High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$540K$540K$540KMarAprMayJunJulAugEric Frost (Buyer): Median Price $540KEFEric Frost (Seller): Median Price $540KEF
The High-End Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $540K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
42d42d42dMarAprMayJunJulAugEric Frost (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 42dEFEric Frost (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 42dEF
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the High-End range average 42 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%94%94%MarAprMayJunJulAugEric Frost (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%EFEric Frost (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%EF
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Condo/Co-op assets receive 94% of list price.
High-End Condo/Co-op Segment
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
42d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
94%
EF
Eric Frost
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
EF
Eric Frost
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%

Townhomes

111Jul
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 1 transactions recently.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$160K$160K$160KMarAprMayJunJulAugRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Median Price $160KRMJacob Patten (Seller): Median Price $160KJP
The Entry Level Townhome tier commands a price of $160K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
36d36d36dMarAprMayJunJulAugRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 36dRMJacob Patten (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 36dJP
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Entry Level range average 36 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
97%98%98%MarAprMayJunJulAugRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%RMJacob Patten (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JP
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Townhome assets receive 98% of list price.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
51d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
93%
JP
Jacob Patten
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
TB
Terry Backlund
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
87%
TB
Terry Backlund
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
87%
RM
Rebecca McAllister
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%

Cook Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
43
Recently Listed (7d)
0
market entries
Average List Price
$729K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
—
1
—
—
1
Detached Home
4
7
18
9
38
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
1
—
1
—
2
Townhome
—
2
—
—
2

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Cook County, MN performing right now?

The data indicates a stable environment in Cook County, MN. Inventory is at 10.3 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 Cook County, MN real estate?

Currently, $396,000 represents the median entry point in Cook County, MN. Over the past half-year, home values in Cook have moved downward by approximately 25% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Cook County, MN getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in Cook County, MN, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 93.4%. On average, properties in Cook are transitioning from active to sold status in 61 days.

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

Based on closed transaction data, Virginia Detrick Palmer ranks at the top of our Cook leaderboard — with 2 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 22. 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 Cook County, MN market compare to Minnesota trends?

Cook County, MN maintains a distinct profile within the broader Minnesota region. Median home values are currently 47% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Cook.

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

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Cook County, MN may want to work with John Oberholtzer. 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 Condo/Co-op in Cook County, MN?

Our data flags Eric Frost as a top buyer's advocate for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op properties in Cook County, MN. 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 Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Cook County, MN?

If you're hunting for a Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Cook County, MN, Kali Blomberg's track record speaks for itself. For buyers competing in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market in Cook County, MN, their track record indicates speed and negotiating strength that outperforms the segment baseline on both counts.

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

Among agents actively helping buyers in the High-End Detached Home space, Kali Blomberg stands out in Cook County, MN. 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.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Detached Home homes in Cook County, MN?

When looking specifically at Entry Level Detached Home transactions, Virginia Detrick Palmer consistently surfaces as a top performer in Cook County, MN. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op homes in Cook County, MN?

Sellers of Mid-Market Condo/Co-op homes in Cook County, MN have found a reliable partner in Eric Frost, based on closed deal data. For sellers who want to move efficiently without overpricing, their track record in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op niche shows they deliver timely closes — consistently faster than the segment norm.

Who is a top listing agent for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home homes in Cook County, MN?

In the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home category, few agents in Cook County, MN can match the track record of John Oberholtzer. Their Ultra-Luxury Detached Home closings in Cook County, MN show an above-average sale-to-list ratio for this segment — a sign of skilled pricing and negotiation that protects seller value.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Cook County, MN?

Kali Blomberg specializes in Mid-Market Detached Home properties and has built a measurable edge in Cook's market. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.