Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lawrence, KS

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    Thomas Howe

    McGrew Real Estate

    25 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $610K

    All-Time Sales

    555

    Sold in Lawrence, KS

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    Drew Deck

    Reece Nichols

    19 Years of experience

    37+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.65%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $1.9M

    All-Time Sales

    223

    Sold in Lawrence, KS

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    Mickey Stremel

    KW Integrity

    28 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.77%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $120K

    All-Time Sales

    177

    Sold in Lawrence, KS

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    Darren Abram

    Keller Williams Integrity

    15 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.9%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $1.1M

    All-Time Sales

    169

    Sold in Lawrence, KS

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    Sharon Hubbard

    RE/MAX Connections

    27 Years of experience

    76+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.42%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $26.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $430K

    Price Range

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    Lindsay Landis

    McGrew Real Estate

    14 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.55%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $5.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $30K - $890K

    Price Range

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    John Barnes

    ReeceNichols Premier Realty

    50 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.68%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $250K

    All-Time Sales

    10

    Sold in Lawrence, KS

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    Joanna Eibes

    Realty Executives

    14 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.94%

    in Lawrence, KS

    $8.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $430K

    Price Range

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    Mary Ann Pearson

    Keller Williams Diamond Partners Inc.

    24 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.71%

    in Lawrence, KS

    3

    Sold in Lawrence, KS

    345

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Heather Evans

    Hawks Real Estate Professionals

    13 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $80K

    All-Time Sales

    28

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    2013

    Year Licensed

    Do Top Lawrence Agents Sell Faster?

    The 10 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Lawrence sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Lawrence market median of 40 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents30 days
    Lawrence market40 days

    About 10 days faster (25% quicker than the Lawrence market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Lawrence agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Lawrence market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lawrence?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lawrence sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    49Jan42Feb34Mar32Apr33May36Jun37Jul39Aug41Sep41Oct48Nov50Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    32 days

    Typical time on market

    99.8%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lawrence, KS 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 Lawrence

    Median home values across Lawrence, KS neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Downtown

    +60% over 5 years

    $496K

    University Heights

    +34% over 5 years

    $405K

    Quail Run

    +46% over 5 years

    $346K

    Old West Lawrence

    +51% over 5 years

    $278K

    Deerfield

    +46% over 5 years

    $276K

    Perry Park

    +38% over 5 years

    $244K

    University Place

    +42% over 5 years

    $243K

    Indian Hills

    +47% over 5 years

    $239K

    Prairie Park

    +50% over 5 years

    $216K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for Lawrence Buyers and Sellers

    Lawrence currently registers as a Balanced market, and the underlying indicators sketch a more balanced picture than headline prices alone suggest. The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $334,832 with prices moving +8.0% year over year, while homes take a median of 40 to sell. With 5.5 months of supply and 303 active listings against 56 monthly sales, the market has moved away from the extreme scarcity of recent years and toward more standard conditions.

    Negotiating leverage sits closer to the center than many buyers expect. Only 25.5% of homes sold above list, and 23.5% of listings recorded a price reduction, both signs that sellers are meeting the market rather than dictating it. Yet 53.4% of homes leave the market within two weeks, so well priced properties in strong locations still move quickly. The sale-to-list ratio of 99.62% confirms most transactions close very near asking.

    For a buyer, this means a disciplined offer near list is realistic on homes that have sat, while competition remains real for fresh, accurately priced inventory. Building in an inspection contingency and watching days on market are practical tactics. For a seller, the data argues for careful pricing from day one, since the 23.5% share of price drops shows that overreaching invites a reduction and longer market time. Across Lawrence, 775 licensed agents compete for this business, but experience and local pricing accuracy vary widely, which is why filtering to a verified performer matters more in a balanced market than in a runaway one.

    What Lawrence Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lawrence goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Lawrence
    $99,400
    Median home price$334,832
    Down payment (20%)$66,966
    Loan amount$267,866
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,319

    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.

    Lawrence Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 40 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.62%
    Price Trend (YoY) +8.0%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,319
    Principal & Interest
    $1,723
    Property Taxes
    $321
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $334,832 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.

    Lawrence Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $310,001
    Today $334,832
    +8.0%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 31 days
    Today 40 days
    +9 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.2%
    Today 99.62%
    +0.38%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved +8.0% while the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.38% and market time registered a +9 days change. Taken together, the longer selling window and softer above-list share give buyers more room to negotiate than in the prior cycle. Sellers, in turn, should treat accurate initial pricing as essential, since the market is rewarding realism over ambition.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Lawrence MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Lawrence Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a billboard rarely correlates with the outcome that matters, which is a well negotiated sale price and a smooth close. The data tells a clearer story. Among the 775 licensed agents working in Lawrence, EffectiveAgents has ranked 20 based on measured transaction history and client outcomes. The top ranked agent, Thomas Howe at McGrew Real Estate, has closed 597 transactions with an all-time sales volume of $610K. In a market where the sale-to-list ratio holds at 99.62% and only 25.5% of homes clear above asking, negotiation skill and precise pricing directly shape net proceeds. That expertise shows up differently across Lawrence, from the historic streets of Oread and East Lawrence to the newer inventory in Quail Run and the established value of Indian Hills. An agent who understands how each of these submarkets prices and paces gives clients a measurable edge. Look beyond a single testimonial and study the pattern across reviews, 57 in Thomas Howe's case, since consistency over dozens of transactions signals reliability far better than any single glowing note.

    How We Rank Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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: July 2026

    Lawrence Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Lawrence, KS?

    Based on verified transaction data, Thomas Howe at McGrew Real Estate ranks as a top real estate agent in Lawrence, KS, with 597 completed transactions, 57 client reviews, and $610K in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing measured outcomes across 521 local transactions rather than advertising spend or name recognition. Of the 775 licensed agents in the area, only 20 meet the ranking criteria. The right choice ultimately depends on your neighborhood, price point, and timeline, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended.

    How were these Lawrence 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 Lawrence?

    Our data covers 775 real estate agents serving the Lawrence area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lawrence market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Lawrence mean for sellers?

    Lawrence's median sale price is $334,832 as of July 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 Lawrence?

    Homes in Lawrence currently take a median of 40 to sell, though that figure reflects a +9 days change in market time compared with last year, so plan for a somewhat longer window than recent cycles suggested. Actual timing depends heavily on pricing accuracy, condition, and location, with 53.4% of homes leaving the market within two weeks while others sit far longer. Because 23.5% of listings eventually cut their price, homes priced correctly from day one consistently sell faster than those that test the market and later adjust.

    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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Lawrence 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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