Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Cedar Falls, IA
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Top Agent
Top 1.2%
in Cedar Falls, IA
$114.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.5%
in Cedar Falls, IA
$43.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Karen Bobst
Oakridge Real Estate
12 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.8%
in Cedar Falls, IA
$20.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $540K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$482.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$64M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $970K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Denise Reents
Wellsburg Insurance Agency
5 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.51%
in Cedar Falls, IA
$147M
All-Time Sales
$1.5M - $137M
Price Range
Top 0.6%
in Cedar Falls, IA
327
Sold in Cedar Falls, IA
2
Sold in last 18 months
Top 0.6%
in Cedar Falls, IA
348
Sold in Cedar Falls, IA
2
Sold in last 18 months
Top 0.9%
in Cedar Falls, IA
207
Sold in Cedar Falls, IA
4
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.1%
in Cedar Falls, IA
70
Sold in Cedar Falls, IA
3
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.4%
in Cedar Falls, IA
69
Sold in Cedar Falls, IA
Top 2.7%
in Cedar Falls, IA
65
Sold in Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar falls Housing Market Trends
Homes in Cedar falls take a median 9 days to sell, go for 99.95% of asking, prices are up 8.4% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$308,825
median sale price
How fast they sell
9 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Cedar Falls.
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Cedar Falls agents analyzed for these rankings
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Cedar Falls?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Cedar Falls sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
8 days
Typical time on market
100.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Cedar Falls, IA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
What These Numbers Mean for Cedar Falls Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Cedar Falls holding a firmly seller-favored posture, and the competitive indicators explain why. With months of supply at just 1.7 and only 96 active listings against 56 monthly sales, buyers are competing over a thin pool. That scarcity is reflected in a sale-to-list ratio of 99.95% and the 58.8% of homes that leave the market within two weeks. The median home now sells in 9 days at $308,825, or roughly $157.57 per square foot.
Still, the picture is not uniformly tight. With 46.1% of homes selling above list, the majority actually close at or below asking, and 24.0% of listings recorded a price cut before selling. For a buyer, that means the strongest leverage sits with homes that have lingered past the 9-day median or already taken a reduction, where a measured offer near list price is realistic. On the fastest-moving, well-priced listings, competitive terms remain necessary.
For a seller, pricing accurately at the outset matters more than reaching for a premium. The homes drawing multiple offers are the ones priced to the $157.57 per-square-foot reality, while overpriced listings join the quarter that ultimately cut. Cedar Falls has 333 licensed agents, but performance varies widely across them, which is why matching with a data-verified specialist rather than a familiar name is the single most useful decision on either side of a transaction.
What Cedar Falls Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Cedar Falls goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $308,825 |
| Down payment (20%) | $61,765 |
| Loan amount | $247,060 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,282 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $308,825 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Cedar Falls MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Cedar Falls Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: documented results across many closings. On EffectiveAgents, the 14 ranked agents in Cedar Falls are surfaced by analyzing verified transaction history rather than advertising spend. Bethany Benner at Oakridge Real Estate leads the local rankings with 535 career transactions, 29 client reviews, and $114.2M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where 46.1% of homes clear above asking and the median deal closes in 9 days. An agent who has negotiated repeatedly across the 50613 and 50614 zip codes understands when to push for above-list terms and when a home priced against the 24.0% of listings that eventually cut is the better target. Negotiation skill shows up in the sale-to-list ratio a seller ultimately achieves, currently 99.95% market-wide. When reviewing agents, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across dozens of closings for consistency in outcomes and communication.
How We Rank Cedar Falls Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Cedar Falls market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
333
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: August 2026
Cedar Falls Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Cedar Falls, IA?
The top-ranked agent in Cedar Falls, IA is Bethany Benner at Oakridge Real Estate, with 535 completed transactions, 29 reviews, and $114.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leaders by analyzing verified transaction records, sale-to-list performance, and review history across all 333 licensed local agents rather than relying on advertising. Because performance varies widely, the platform matches you with several data-verified candidates so you can compare closings and negotiation results before choosing the agent best suited to your situation.
How were these Cedar Falls real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Cedar Falls?
Our data covers 333 real estate agents serving the Cedar Falls area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Cedar Falls market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Cedar Falls mean for sellers?
Cedar Falls's median sale price is $308,825 as of August 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Cedar Falls?
The median home in Cedar Falls currently sells in 9 days, and market time has held to a -1 day change year over year. With 58.8% of listings going under contract within two weeks and months of supply at 1.7, well-priced homes move quickly. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location within zip codes like 50613 and 50614. Homes priced above the $157.57 per-square-foot market reality tend to sit longer and join the 24.0% of listings that ultimately reduce before selling.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Cedar Falls realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Cedar Falls agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Cedar Falls neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Cedar Falls realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Cedar Falls in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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