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Updated September 30, 2025

If you’re buying or selling a home, choosing the right real estate agent can make a big difference in your experience and outcome. Top real estate agents in Iowa close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.

We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 4,387 real estate agents in Iowa to identify the best of the best. These are the current top-rated agents across the state based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.

  • Identify agents with solid experience in your price range, neighborhood, and property type
  • Prioritize agents with high customer review counts and strong ratings
  • Look at active or recently sold listings to assess marketing quality and performance
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Our team spends hundreds of hours each month analyzing real estate agents across the country so you don’t have to. We focus on the most important data for typical buyers and sellers in Iowa — people looking for a knowledgeable, well-rounded agent who can deliver strong results.

To identify the best agents for most people, we apply a consistent set of filters to narrow the field to agents with relevant experience, strong performance in the local market, and a balanced track record. We then sort those agents based on key metrics like sales volume, speed, pricing accuracy, and client mix.

We regularly update our rankings as new data becomes available and continue refining our approach to surface the most useful recommendations. See our full methodology.

Top 10 real estate agents in Iowa by total recent sales (October 2025 rankings)

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  • Real Estate Team

    Graf Home Selling Team

    GRAF REAL ESTATE, ERA POWERED
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    Total sales*
    298
    Price range*
    $44K - $810K
    Typical price*
    $207,750
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    Highlights
    About
    Pricing strategyFast sales Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Graf Home Selling Team is a real estate team who is active in Cedar Rapids, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 121 transactions over the past 12 months — 298 in the past two years. Graf Home Selling Team's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 36% sellers, 64% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 298
    • State ranking by total sales: #1
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Debra Callahan

    RE/MAX CONCEPTS
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    Total sales*
    267
    Price range*
    $53K - $1.6M
    Typical price*
    $265,000
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    Highlights
    About
    Offer strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Debra Callahan is a real estate agent who is active in Cedar Rapids, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 137 transactions over the past 12 months — 267 in the past two years. Debra Callahan's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 267
    • State ranking by total sales: #2
    • Median days on market: 45 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Kenny Kauzlarich

    RE/MAX Precision
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    263
    Price range*
    $68K - $995K
    Typical price*
    $237,000
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    Highlights
    About
    Offer strategyBuyer specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Senior living Single-family homes Condos Manufactured homes Multi-family homes

    Kenny Kauzlarich is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 113 transactions over the past 12 months — 263 in the past two years. Kenny Kauzlarich's experience includes first-time homebuyers, sales involving HOAs, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 21% sellers, 79% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 263
    • State ranking by total sales: #3
    • Median days on market: 56 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
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  • Real Estate Team

    Jeremy Trenkamp The Real Estate Team

    Realty87
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    Total sales*
    253
    Price range*
    $23K - $985K
    Typical price*
    $205,000
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    Highlights
    About
    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Jeremy Trenkamp The Real Estate Team is a real estate team who is active in Cedar Rapids, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 136 transactions over the past 12 months — 253 in the past two years. Jeremy Trenkamp The Real Estate Team's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 51% sellers, 49% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 253
    • State ranking by total sales: #4
    • Median days on market: 56 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Tammy Heckart

    RE/MAX Concepts
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    235
    Price range*
    $170K - $715K
    Typical price*
    $350,000
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    Highlights
    About
    Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Senior living Single-family homes Condos

    Tammy Heckart is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 124 transactions over the past 12 months — 235 in the past two years. Tammy Heckart's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 90% sellers, 10% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 235
    • State ranking by total sales: #5
    • Median days on market: 157 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Sara Hopkins

    RE/MAX Precision
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    215
    Price range*
    $75K - $1.6M
    Typical price*
    $309,990
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    Highlights
    About
    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Sara Hopkins is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 119 transactions over the past 12 months — 215 in the past two years. Sara Hopkins's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 61% sellers, 39% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 215
    • State ranking by total sales: #6
    • Median days on market: 83 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Erin Rundall

    Keller Williams Realty GDM
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    184
    Price range*
    $25K - $922K
    Typical price*
    $248,950
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    Highlights
    About
    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Senior living Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Erin Rundall is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 113 transactions over the past 12 months — 184 in the past two years. Erin Rundall's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 184
    • State ranking by total sales: #7
    • Median days on market: 55 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Traci Jennings

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    184
    Price range*
    $30K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $305,000
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    Highlights
    About
    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Traci Jennings is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 84 transactions over the past 12 months — 184 in the past two years. Traci Jennings's experience includes first-time homebuyers, sales involving HOAs, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 32% sellers, 68% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 184
    • State ranking by total sales: #8
    • Median days on market: 75 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Kyle Clarkson

    LPT Realty, LLC
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    179
    Price range*
    $86K - $1.4M
    Typical price*
    $326,720
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    Highlights
    About
    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land

    Kyle Clarkson is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 82 transactions over the past 12 months — 179 in the past two years. Kyle Clarkson's experience includes sales involving HOAs, first-time homebuyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 179
    • State ranking by total sales: #9
    • Median days on market: 70 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Cy Phillips

    Space Simply
    Des Moines, IA
    Total sales*
    173
    Price range*
    $72K - $3.2M
    Typical price*
    $413,750
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    Highlights
    About
    Offer strategy Negotiation expert Listing specialist 18+ years experience Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes HOA experience Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Cy Phillips is a real estate agent who is active in Des Moines, IA. Cy Phillips has worked in real estate for over 18 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 90 transactions over the past 12 months — 173 in the past two years. Cy Phillips's experience includes sales involving HOAs, luxury homes, and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 71% sellers, 29% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 173
    • State ranking by total sales: #10
    • Median days on market: 63 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

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What to know about top real estate agents in Iowa

Top Iowa real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Iowa. 

General 

  • High transaction volume: Does more than 8 sales per year (local median)
  • Well established: At least 3–5+ years of experience in the local market
  • Good reputation: High total review count and average ratings

Sellers

  • Pricing expertise: Few-to-no price drops 
  • High sale-to-list ratios: Typically sells near or above list price (median sale-to-list in Iowa is 99%)
  • Strong marketing strategy: Beautiful photos, compelling listing descriptions, maximum visibility
  • Faster-than-average sales: Gets homes under contract quickly (median sale timeline in Iowa is 56 days)

Buyers

  • Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Iowa often save 5-10% off list price
  • Local expertise: Know neighborhoods, schools, amenities, regulations
  • Responsive and accessible: Reviews consistently call out these specific traits

Most likely, yes. The vast majority of home sellers in Iowa will get the best outcome and most money selling with a top local real estate agent. That said, it really depends on your goals.

Consider listing with a Iowa realtor if:

  • You're aiming for top dollar or need help navigating pricing and offers
  • You want someone to handle the full process—marketing, showings, negotiation, paperwork
  • Your property is typical for the area and priced at or above $200,000

Consider alternatives if:

  • You want a faster sale and are open to a cash offer from a cash home buyer or iBuyer
  • You’re cost-conscious and want to save on commission with a discount real estate broker
  • You want to avoid realtor commission altogether and are comfortable trying FSBO (for sale by owner), knowing that FSBO sales usually net less and require a lot of work.

In Iowa, the average real estate commission is about 5.7%, while the national average is (5.57%).

  • Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.9% and 2.8%, respectively).
  • Rates are negotiable and may be lower for higher-priced homes or repeat clients.
  • Following the NAR settlement, buyers may need to negotiate their agent's fee directly.

Sell with a top agent and save

With Clever, sellers can list with a top local agent for just 1.5% (or $3,000 flat) — up to 50% less than the typical rate in Iowa.

If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Iowa alternatives:

Cash buyer services

  • Get fast, no-obligation offers from investors, iBuyers, and bridge loan providers.
  • Ideal for distressed homes, tight timelines, or sellers prioritizing speed over top price.

Discount brokerages

  • Offer lower commissions (often 1–2%) while still providing MLS access and support.
  • Good option if you want to save but still prefer professional help.

Flat-Fee MLS (FFMLS)

  • Pay a one-time fee to list your home on the MLS.
  • You'll handle pricing, showings, and negotiation yourself — best for experienced sellers.

For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

  • No agent involvement, no commission—but you’ll do everything yourself.
  • FSBO homes typically sell for less, so weigh potential savings vs. final sale price.

Pro tip: Even if you go non-traditional, consider services like Clever or local offer platforms — they help you compare your options and connect with agents or investors offering discounts, fast offers, or both.

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How we research and evaluate top real estate agents in Iowa

Data sources

Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 7,194,600 data points for 4,387 real estate agents across Iowa.

We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but no dataset is perfect. Some activity may not be captured if information isn’t available or accurate from our sources. We update and refine our data regularly to improve coverage and reliability.

Methodology

There’s no single “best” real estate agent — the right fit depends on your goals and situation. Our approach is designed to highlight agents with strong, well-rounded performance in Iowa and make it easier to compare your options.

We look at factors that matter most to typical buyers and sellers, such as:

  • Transaction volume and recent activity
  • Balance of buyer- and seller-side representation
  • Pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes
  • Speed of sales relative to the local market
  • Years of experience and proven track record
  • Specialized expertise with certain property types or client needs

We use these key indicators to surface agents who are likely to be a good fit for most people, while giving you the data you need to decide which qualities matter most for your own situation.

Ongoing updates

Rankings are updated regularly as new data becomes available. Our goal is to provide a clear, objective view of agent performance to help you make an informed choice when hiring a real estate professional.

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