Best Real Estate Agents in Grand Marais, MN• Updated

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

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The Grand Marais, MN real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 95% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 25 active listings and 7 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 8.8 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 20%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 3%. Transaction speed in Grand Marais is currently 6 days slower than the broader Cook benchmark.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Grand Marais, MN

Detached Homes

147MarAprMayJunJulAug
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 617% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 7 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$358K$388K$417KMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Median Price $400KVPAimee Luick (Buyer): Median Price $380KALLisa Michalski (Buyer): Median Price $385KLMJessica Smith (Buyer): Median Price $410KJSVirginia Detrick Palmer (Seller): Median Price $365KVPJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Median Price $400KJOJohn Oberholtzer (Seller): Median Price $410KJOJessica Smith (Seller): Median Price $385KJSAimee Luick (Seller): Median Price $380KAL
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has softened by 2% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
30d73d115dMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dVPAimee Luick (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dALLisa Michalski (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 51dLMJessica Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 105dJSVirginia 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. 51dJSAimee Luick (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dAL
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 43 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%100%106%MarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 104%VPAimee Luick (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%ALLisa Michalski (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%LMJessica Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%JSVirginia 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%JSAimee Luick (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%AL
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 95%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($240K - $410K)
DEALS
7
AVG. DOM
51d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
101%
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%
AL
Aimee Luick
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
VP
Virginia Detrick Palmer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
103%
AL
Aimee Luick
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
MG
Melissa Gregg
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
98%
LM
Lisa Michalski
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JS
Jessica Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
101%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$383K$545K$708KMarAprMayJunJulAugKali Blomberg (Buyer): Median Price $430KKBKali Blomberg (Buyer): Median Price $530KKBJacob Patten (Buyer): Median Price $516KJPJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Median Price $634KJOJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Median Price $604KJOSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Median Price $600KSDRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Median Price $550KRMRebecca McAllister (Buyer): Median Price $560KRMKali Blomberg (Seller): Median Price $478KKBJessica Smith (Seller): Median Price $420KJSJessica Smith (Seller): Median Price $560KJSRebecca McAllister (Seller): Median Price $532KRM
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 12% over the last 5 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
8d96d184dMarAprMayJunJulAugKali Blomberg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 28dKBKali Blomberg (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 63dKBJacob Patten (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 79dJPJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 56dJOJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 160dJOSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 82dSDRebecca 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. 77dJSRebecca 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 80 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%97%104%MarAprMayJunJulAugKali Blomberg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%KBKali Blomberg (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%KBJacob Patten (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JPJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%JOJohn Oberholtzer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%JOSilviya Duclos (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%SDRebecca 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%JSRebecca McAllister (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%RM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 5 months, with sellers receiving 96%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($420K - $760K)
DEALS
20
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%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
SN
Susan Nichols
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
100%
RM
Rebecca McAllister
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
KB
Kali Blomberg
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
JP
Jacob Patten
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
JO
John Oberholtzer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
SD
Silviya Duclos
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
RM
Rebecca McAllister
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$942K$974K$1MMarAprMayJunJulAugJessica Smith (Buyer): Median Price $998KJSTerry Backlund (Buyer): Median Price $949KTBMike Larson (Seller): Median Price $998KMLTerry Backlund (Seller): Median Price $949KTB
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has risen by 5% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
48d52d56dMarAprMayJunJulAugJessica Smith (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 49dJSTerry Backlund (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 55dTBMike Larson (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 49dMLTerry Backlund (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 55dTB
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
100%100%100%MarAprMayJunJulAugJessica Smith (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%JSTerry Backlund (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TBMike Larson (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%MLTerry Backlund (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%TB
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in High-End Detached Home has stabilized over the last 2 months, with sellers receiving 100%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($770K - $1.1M)
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
88d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
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%
JS
Jessica Smith
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
93%
JP
Jacob Patten
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
JS
Jessica Smith
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
LM
Lisa Michalski
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
100%
TB
Terry Backlund
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$3.5M$3.5M$3.5MMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Median Price $3.5MVPMike Raymond (Seller): Median Price $3.5MMR
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier commands a price of $3.5M.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
99d99d99dMarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 99dVPMike Raymond (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 99dMR
Lower is better
Detached Home homes in the Ultra-Luxury range average 99 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%94%94%MarAprMayJunJulAugVirginia Detrick Palmer (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%VPMike Raymond (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%MR
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Home assets receive 94% of list price.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($3.5M - $3.5M)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
99d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
94%
MR
Mike Raymond
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
VP
Virginia Detrick Palmer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%

Condo/Co-op

111Jul
Sales Volume
Condo/Co-op recorded 1 transactions recently.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$418K$418K$418KMarAprMayJunJulAugInger Andress (Buyer): Median Price $418KIAAlex Chapek (Seller): Median Price $418KAC
The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $418K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
30d30d30dMarAprMayJunJulAugInger Andress (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 30dIAAlex Chapek (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 30dAC
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the Mid-Market range average 30 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
99%100%100%MarAprMayJunJulAugInger Andress (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%IAAlex Chapek (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%AC
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Condo/Co-op assets receive 100% of list price.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($418K - $420K)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
30d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
AC
Alex Chapek
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
IA
Inger Andress
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%

Grand Marais Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
25
Recently Listed (7d)
0
market entries
Average List Price
$642K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Detached Home
3
4
13
2
22
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
1
—
1
—
2
Townhome
—
1
—
—
1

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Grand Marais, MN performing right now?

The data indicates a stable environment in Grand Marais, MN. Inventory is at 8.8 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 Grand Marais, MN real estate?

Currently, $591,000 represents the median entry point in Grand Marais, MN. Over the past half-year, home values in Grand Marais have moved downward by approximately 20% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Grand Marais, MN getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in Grand Marais, MN, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 95%. On average, properties in Grand Marais are transitioning from active to sold status in 67 days.

Who is the best agent to sell my home in Grand Marais?

Based on closed transaction data, Virginia Detrick Palmer ranks at the top of our Grand Marais 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 Grand Marais, MN market compare to Cook trends?

Grand Marais, MN maintains a distinct profile within the broader Cook region. Median home values are currently 49% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Grand Marais.

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

Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Grand Marais, MN may want to work with Kali Blomberg. Their buyer transactions in this niche close faster than the segment average — a real advantage in a market where hesitation often means losing the deal.

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

Our transaction-level analysis puts Virginia Detrick Palmer at the top for Entry Level Detached Home listings in Grand Marais, 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 Detached Home homes in Grand Marais, MN?

Among agents with recent closings in the Mid-Market Detached Home space, Kali Blomberg has the strongest performance metrics in Grand Marais, MN. Speed and price retention together are the hardest combination to find in a single agent. Their track record in the Mid-Market Detached Home category in Grand Marais, MN reflects both.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Townhome in Grand Marais, MN?

Among agents actively helping buyers in the Entry Level Townhome space, Terry Backlund stands out in Grand Marais, MN. Their buyer transactions in the Entry Level Townhome category in Grand Marais, MN reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Detached Home in Grand Marais, MN?

Virginia Detrick Palmer has a strong showing as a buyer's agent in Grand Marais's Entry Level Detached Home market. Virginia Detrick Palmer's deals in the Entry Level Detached Home category in Grand Marais, MN tend to move from offer to close more quickly than the local norm. In a competitive market, that urgency is often what secures the property.

Which agent is best for buying a High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Grand Marais, MN?

For those looking to purchase a High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Grand Marais, MN, Julie J Carlson has the deal history to support the choice. Buying in the High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) space has its own dynamics. Julie J Carlson's history of closed deals in this exact category in Grand Marais, MN shows they understand those dynamics well.

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

Navigating Grand Marais's High-End Detached Home market as a buyer? Jacob Patten is among the most effective agents in this niche. 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 Ultra-Luxury Detached Home in Grand Marais, MN?

Virginia Detrick Palmer has helped buyers close on Ultra-Luxury Detached Home properties in Grand Marais, MN — and the data shows it. Our algorithm surfaces Virginia Detrick Palmer based on actual closed buyer deals in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market. That's the kind of specific, verifiable track record buyers should look for in an agent.

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