Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Challis, ID
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
1
Sold in Challis, ID
166
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2018
Year Licensed
Top Agent$1.6M
All-Time Sales
474
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2005
Year Licensed
Top Agent270
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2008
Year Licensed
18
Years Experience
Top Agent$1.3M
All-Time Sales
$10K - $290K
Price Range
88
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent43
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2021
Year Licensed
5
Years Experience
Challis Housing Market Trends
Homes in Challis take a median 12 days to sell, go for 99.99% of asking, prices are up 20.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$297,358
median sale price
How fast they sell
12 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Challis.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Challis agents whose results fit it.
Challis agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Challis
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Challis?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Challis sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
11 days
Typical time on market
100%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Challis, ID 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 Challis Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a measured median sale price of $297,358, a figure that has moved +20.1% year over year in Challis. With only 1 homes sold in a typical month against 4 active listings, this is a thin market where individual transactions carry outsized weight, so a single well-priced or mispriced property can shift the local averages noticeably. The 3.2 months of supply sits in territory that favors neither side decisively, which makes the secondary indicators more useful than the headline price.
For buyers, the combination to watch is the 99.99% sale-to-list ratio paired with 99.1% of homes going under contract within two weeks. Those numbers signal that correctly priced listings move quickly and leave little room to negotiate below ask, while the 12.4% of listings carrying price reductions points to where patience pays off. Homes that linger past the 12 day median are the ones where offers below list have a realistic chance.
For sellers, the same data argues for disciplined initial pricing. Properties aligned with the $137.15 per square foot benchmark tend to sell near full ask, but the 12.4% reduction rate shows that overreaching triggers delays that compound in a low-volume market. With 6 new listings and 2 pending sales monthly, timing matters. Challis has 250 licensed agents, and the difference between one who reads these micro-market signals and one who defaults to broad averages is measurable in both days on market and final price.
What Challis Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Challis 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 | $297,358 |
| Down payment (20%) | $59,472 |
| Loan amount | $237,886 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,194 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.32% mortgage rate (as of October 22, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $297,358 median home price with 20% down at 7.32% (as of October 22, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Challis MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Challis Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: verified transaction history and how an agent performs in a specific market like Challis. EffectiveAgents analyzed 14 transactions and ranked 6 agents out of 250 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Melissa Biggs at LPT Realty, LLC, has closed 165 transactions, a volume that matters most in a market where the 99.99% sale-to-list ratio leaves little margin for pricing error. In a low-inventory area where properties in and around zip code 83226 trade near the $137.15 per square foot benchmark, negotiation skill shows up in whether a home sells within the 12 day median or slips into the 12.4% of listings that cut price. An agent who understands which homes move within two weeks (currently 99.1%) can calibrate an offer or a list price with precision. When reviewing agents, look at review patterns over time rather than a single rating; consistency across multiple closings, like the 9 reviews documented for the top agent, is a more reliable signal than any one testimonial.
How We Rank Challis 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 Challis 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.
250
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: September 2026
Challis Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Challis, ID?
The top-ranked agent in Challis, ID is Melissa Biggs at LPT Realty, LLC, with 165 verified transactions. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 14 local transactions and measuring actual closing performance rather than advertising spend. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, only 6 meet the ranking criteria. The right agent for you depends on your property type and goals, so compare verified transaction counts, review history, and familiarity with pricing near the $137.15 per square foot local benchmark before deciding.
How were these Challis 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 Challis?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Challis area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Challis market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Challis mean for sellers?
Challis's median sale price is $297,358 as of September 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 Challis?
In Challis, the median home takes 12 days to sell, a -301 days change in market time year over year. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and season. Currently 99.1% of homes go under contract within two weeks, while 12.4% of listings require a price reduction, which signals that accurate initial pricing is the single largest factor in a fast sale. With 3.2 months of supply and only 1 homes selling monthly, a well-prepared, correctly priced listing tends to outperform the median.
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 Challis 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 Challis 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 Challis 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 Challis realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Challis 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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