Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Iowa City, IA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated June 2026. No pay-to-play.

Top 0.17%
in Iowa City, IA
$312.8M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List

Top 0.49%
in Iowa City, IA
$353.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List

(5)
Wendy Fountain
Sellers & Seekers Real Estate Company
32 Years of experience
41+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.48%
in Iowa City, IA
$59.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $910K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List

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Ben Black
Keller Williams Legacy Group
12 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.3%
in Iowa City, IA
$39M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $850K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

(159)
Kyle Robinson (The Robinson Group)
Epique Realty
13 Years of experience
309+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.11%
in Iowa City, IA
$591.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List

Top 8.42%
in Iowa City, IA
$68.2M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $4.5M
Price Range

$169.7M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List

Top 0.33%
in Iowa City, IA
541
Sold in Iowa City, IA
2008
Year Licensed

Top 0.66%
in Iowa City, IA
262
Sold in Iowa City, IA
2007
Year Licensed

Top 0.99%
in Iowa City, IA
183
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 1.32%
in Iowa City, IA
147
Sold in Iowa City, IA
2004
Year Licensed

Top 1.49%
in Iowa City, IA
136
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 1.65%
in Iowa City, IA
125
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 1.82%
in Iowa City, IA
120
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 1.98%
in Iowa City, IA
113
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 2.15%
in Iowa City, IA
106
Sold in Iowa City, IA
2004
Year Licensed

Top 2.15%
in Iowa City, IA
106
Sold in Iowa City, IA
2004
Year Licensed

Top 2.31%
in Iowa City, IA
96
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 2.64%
in Iowa City, IA
87
Sold in Iowa City, IA

Top 2.97%
in Iowa City, IA
78
Sold in Iowa City, IA
2001
Year Licensed
Iowa city Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$324,823
-0.82% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
22
-25 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.91%
-0.19% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
24.6%
-3.6% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
39.9%
-16.5% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
17.0%
-2.5% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.8
Realtors in Iowa city
606
Verified MLS market data through June 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Iowa City?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Iowa City sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
35 days
Typical time on market
99%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Iowa City, 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Iowa City
Median home values across Iowa City, IA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Bryn Mawr Heights
+26% over 5 years
$288K
Peninsula Area
+16% over 5 years
$260K
Morningslde-Glendale
+17% over 5 years
$259K
Washington Hills
+22% over 5 years
$249K
Eastside
+22% over 5 years
$232K
Creekside
+23% over 5 years
$194K
Lucas Farms
+21% over 5 years
$188K
Miller Orchard
+28% over 5 years
$179K
Grant Wood
+32% over 5 years
$175K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Iowa City Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above puts Iowa City in context: a median sale price of $324,823 that moved -0.8% year over year, a median of 22 days on market, and an average sale-to-list ratio of 98.91%. Reading those figures together with the competitive indicators tells a clearer story about where leverage actually sits. With only 1.8 months of supply and just 194 active listings against 110 homes sold in the latest month, supply remains tight, yet the market is not uniformly hot in every price band.
Roughly 24.6% of homes closed above asking and 39.9% went off the market within two weeks, so well-priced, move-in-ready homes still draw fast, competitive interest. At the same time, 17.0% of listings recorded a price drop, a signal that sellers who overreach on their initial number are being corrected by the market. For a buyer, that split means selectivity: expect to compete near list on the freshest inventory, but look for negotiating room on homes that have lingered past the 22-day median. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one, since the sale-to-list ratio near 98.91% rewards accuracy far more than aspirational listing.
With 606 licensed agents operating locally, outcomes vary widely by who represents you. Understanding which agents consistently price correctly and negotiate effectively is where measurable track records, rather than name recognition, become the deciding factor.
What Iowa City Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Iowa City 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 | $324,823 |
| Down payment (20%) | $64,965 |
| Loan amount | $259,858 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,258 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.67% mortgage rate (as of August 13, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $324,823 median home price with 20% down at 6.67% (as of August 13, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Iowa City MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Iowa City Realtor
Choosing an agent on billboards or name recognition alone tells you little about how they perform when it counts. The measurable signals are transaction volume, review depth, and negotiation results across real closings. In Iowa City, our top-ranked agent is Julie Dancer at Lepic Kroeger Realtors, with 1,223 career transactions, 146 client reviews, and $312.8M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters most in negotiation, where an agent who understands why 24.6% of homes clear above list while 17.0% see price cuts can position an offer or a listing with precision. Agents who work neighborhoods like Longfellow, Northside, and College Green know how pricing behaves block by block, not just citywide. Across 931 annual transactions analyzed, patterns in review history, consistency of sale-to-list outcomes, and repeat-client volume separate durable performers from one-strong-year agents. When reviewing an agent, read for consistency over time rather than a single glowing testimonial, and weigh how their results track against the 98.91% market average.
How We Rank Iowa City 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 Iowa City 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.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: June 2026
Iowa City Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Iowa City, IA?
Based on verified performance data, Julie Dancer at Lepic Kroeger Realtors ranks among the top agents in Iowa City, IA, with 1,223 career transactions, 146 reviews, and $312.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents by analyzing measurable outcomes, including transaction history, sale-to-list ratios, and client review patterns rather than advertising presence. Of 606 licensed local agents, 12 currently meet our ranking criteria. The right fit depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Iowa City 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 Iowa City?
Our data covers 606 real estate agents serving the Iowa City area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Iowa City market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Iowa City mean for sellers?
Iowa City's median sale price is $324,823 as of June 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 Iowa City?
In Iowa City, homes currently take a median of 22 days to sell, though that reflects a -25 days change from a year ago, so timelines have shifted. Actual speed depends on several factors: pricing accuracy relative to the 98.91% sale-to-list average, condition and staging, location within neighborhoods like Peninsula Area or Washington Hills, and seasonality. With 39.9% of homes going under contract within two weeks, correctly priced, move-in-ready homes move fastest, while listings that start too high often sit and later join the 17.0% that record a price reduction.
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 Iowa City 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 Iowa City 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 Iowa City 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 Iowa City realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Iowa City 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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