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 Montana close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.
We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 1,127 real estate agents in Montana 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
- 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 Montana — 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 Montana by total recent sales (October 2025 rankings)
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Adam Monroe
Monroe Realty GroupGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*81Price range*$40K - $1.3MTypical price*$380,000HighlightsAbout -
Seth Haak
Keller Williams Northern MTGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*80Price range*$56K - $700KTypical price*$304,200HighlightsAbout -
Abby Williams
Fathom RealtyGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*78Price range*$33K - $535KTypical price*$312,500HighlightsAbout -
Paula Brandon Fry
Dahlquist RealtorsGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*76Price range*$67K - $1.5MTypical price*$339,450HighlightsAbout -
Julie Gardner
ERA Lambros Real Estate MissoulaMissoula, MTTotal sales*75Price range*$285K - $4MTypical price*$750,000HighlightsAbout -
Dawn Maddux
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - MissoulaMissoula, MTTotal sales*69Price range*$70K - $1.8MTypical price*$701,000HighlightsAbout -
Marie Willson
HomeSmart Realty PartnersGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*68Price range*$40K - $800KTypical price*$315,950HighlightsAbout -
Audrey Lazzarini
Dustin Young and CompanyGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*66Price range*$39K - $910KTypical price*$325,400HighlightsAbout -
Janna Pummill
ERA Lambros Real Estate MissoulaMissoula, MTTotal sales*66Price range*$130K - $801KTypical price*$566,695HighlightsAbout -
Ambyr Rain Showers
Dustin Young and CompanyGreat Falls, MTTotal sales*65Price range*$40K - $724KTypical price*$345,000HighlightsAbout
Top Montana real estate agents near you
Top real estate agents in Missoula, MT
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Jen Clement
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Missoula65 local sales -
Brint P Wahlberg
Windermere R E Missoula47 local sales -
Julie Gardner
ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula75 local sales -
Tory Dailey
ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula63 local sales -
Danni Moore
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - Missoula65 local sales -
Shannon Hilliard
Ink Realty Group57 local sales -
Shelly Evans
Missoula Realty54 local sales -
Dawn Maddux
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - Missoula69 local sales - See all real estate agents in Missoula, MT »
Top real estate agents in Great Falls, MT
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Abby Williams
Fathom Realty78 local sales -
Adam Monroe
Monroe Realty Group81 local sales -
Seth Haak
Keller Williams Northern MT80 local sales -
Marie Willson
HomeSmart Realty Partners68 local sales -
Paula Brandon Fry
Dahlquist Realtors76 local sales -
Ambyr Rain Showers
Dustin Young and Company65 local sales -
Audrey Lazzarini
Dustin Young and Company66 local sales -
Melissa Dascoulias
Dascoulias Realty Group53 local sales - See all real estate agents in Great Falls, MT »
What to know about top real estate agents in Montana
Top Montana real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Montana.
General
- High transaction volume: Does more than 3 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 Montana 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 Montana is 67 days)
Buyers
- Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Montana 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 Montana 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 Montana 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 Montana, the average real estate commission is about 5.61%, while the national average is (5.57%).
- Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.79% and 2.82%, 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 Montana.
If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Montana 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.
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How we research and evaluate top real estate agents in Montana
Data sources
Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 923,100 data points for 1,127 real estate agents across Montana.
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 Montana 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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