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 Minnesota close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.
We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 8,380 real estate agents in Minnesota to identify the best of the best. These are the top selling realtors 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
- Interview 2–3 agents minimum (actually meet or speak with them)
- Gauge communication, honesty, and expertise during the interview process
- Verify included services and specifics about terms and pricing before signing anything
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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 Minnesota — 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.
10 best real estate agents in Minnesota by total recent sales (April 2026 rankings)
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Robin Gwaltney
Re/Max ResultsRochester, MNRecent sales*400Price range*$75K - $1.9MTypical price*$335,000HighlightsAbout -
Artemisa Boston
eXp RealtyMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*368Price range*$55K - $861KTypical price*$300,000HighlightsAbout -
Mitchel Herian
Kris Lindahl Real EstateMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*309Price range*$47K - $613KTypical price*$300,000HighlightsAbout -
Christopher Fritch
eXp RealtyMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*251Price range*$95K - $1.1MTypical price*$367,000HighlightsAbout -
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The Leonhardt Team
Coldwell Banker RealtyMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*198Price range*$25K - $936KTypical price*$351,750HighlightsAbout -
Mark P Abdel
RE/MAX Advantage PlusMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*195Price range*$125K - $9.1MTypical price*$460,000HighlightsAbout -
Caleb Carlson
Real Broker, LLCMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*193Price range*$90K - $1.4MTypical price*$365,500HighlightsAbout -
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Butcher Real Estate Team
Edina Realty, Inc.Minneapolis, MNRecent sales*183Price range*$50K - $1.2MTypical price*$365,000HighlightsAbout -
Joy Erickson
Edina Realty, Inc.Minneapolis, MNRecent sales*173Price range*$150K - $1.6MTypical price*$360,000HighlightsAbout -
Katey Bean Company
Keller Williams Realty Integrity LakesMinneapolis, MNRecent sales*164Price range*$78K - $1.6MTypical price*$355,500HighlightsAbout
Top Minnesota real estate agents near you
Top real estate agents in Minneapolis, MN
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Artemisa Boston
eXp Realty365 local sales -
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Christopher Fritch
eXp Realty235 local sales -
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Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW152 local sales -
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RE/MAX Results92 local sales -
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Butcher Real Estate Team
Edina Realty, Inc.179 local sales -
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The Leonhardt Team
Coldwell Banker Realty196 local sales -
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Caleb Carlson
Real Broker, LLC191 local sales -
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Katey Bean Company
Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes164 local sales - See all real estate agents in Minneapolis, MN »
Top real estate agents in Duluth, MN
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Megan L Wilson
RE/MAX Results117 local sales -
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Mollie Maruca
RE/MAX Results107 local sales -
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Mike Raivala
RE/MAX Results82 local sales -
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Norma Jean Jofs
Next Door Realty126 local sales -
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Andrea Zupancich
Z' Up North Realty112 local sales -
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Steve Braman
RE/MAX Results74 local sales -
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Kevin Kalligher
RE/MAX Results64 local sales -
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Joe Hermanson
RE/MAX Results60 local sales - See all real estate agents in Duluth, MN »
Top real estate agents in Rochester, MN
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Robin Gwaltney
Re/Max Results389 local sales -
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RE/MAX Advantage Plus79 local sales -
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Denel Ihdesparks
Re/Max Results150 local sales -
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Kyle Swanson
eXp Realty73 local sales -
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Josh Huglen
Real Broker, LLC.81 local sales -
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Tim Danielson
Elcor Realty of Rochester Inc.142 local sales -
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Arlene Schuman
Re/Max Results89 local sales -
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Vicki Krage
Lakeshore Real Estate Krage & Associates, LLC.48 local sales - See all real estate agents in Rochester, MN »
Top real estate agents in St. Cloud, MN
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Janel Morgan
Morgan & Co.118 local sales -
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Peter Matanich
Premier Real Estate Services100 local sales -
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Matthew A Imdieke
Central MN Realty LLC103 local sales -
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Stella Scholl
Premier Real Estate Services77 local sales -
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Central MN Realty LLC47 local sales -
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Heidi J Voigt
VoigtJohnson101 local sales -
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Aimee Hegg
Central MN Realty LLC75 local sales -
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Jason M Miller Epro
Trust Real Estate Company, LLC65 local sales - See all real estate agents in St. Cloud, MN »
What to know about top real estate agents in Minnesota
Top Minnesota real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Minnesota.
General
- High transaction volume: Does more than 14 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 Minnesota is 100%)
- Strong marketing strategy: Beautiful photos, compelling listing descriptions, maximum visibility
- Faster-than-average sales: Gets homes under contract quickly (median sale timeline in Minnesota is 58 days)
Buyers
- Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota, the average real estate commission is about 5.84%, while the national average is (5.7%).
- Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.96% and 2.88%, 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 Minnesota.
The right questions can help you quickly tell whether an agent is the real deal. Regan Englund, a Minnesota real estate agent, puts it this way: "[Look for] knowledge, services [offered], and communication. [Ask:] How well do you know the area? What are your strengths as an agent? Why should we hire you?" If an agent can answer these confidently and specifically, that's a strong sign you're on the right track.
If you’re both selling a home and purchasing a new one, using the same agent can simplify the process. But you’ll need to find an agent with a successful track record as both a listing agent and a buyer’s agent. While some real estate agents do both, some of the best real estate professionals specialize in either representing buyers or listing properties
If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Minnesota alternatives:
- 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.
- 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.
- Pay a one-time fee to list your home on the MLS.
- You'll handle pricing, showings, and negotiation yourself — best for experienced sellers.
- 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.
Minnesota is currently a buyer's market, due to fewer active homebuyers and more homes available for sale.
- The market has an average of 4.5 months of supply, meaning it would take about that long for all available homes to sell if no new listings were added. There were 13,942 homes for sale in MN in the last month. Sellers added 1,716 new listings, and 577 home sales closed in that time.
- On average, properties spend 58 days on the market, and it takes 32 days for a home to go under contract.
Homes in Minnesota are selling for more on average compared to the previous month.
- The median home in Minnesota ultimately sells for its original list price: $370,000.
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How we research and evaluate top realtors in Minnesota
Data sources
Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 17,611,000 data points for 8,380 real estate agents across Minnesota.
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 and make it easier to compare real estate agents in Minnesota.
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.