Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Battle Creek, MI
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 2.93%
in Battle Creek, MI
$196.7M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $900K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.9%
in Battle Creek, MI
$666.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.63%
in Battle Creek, MI
$32.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1000K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.54%
in Battle Creek, MI
$22.6M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $330K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(295)
Lucas Howard - MI
Keller Williams Grand Rapids
22 Years of experience
287+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.27%
in Battle Creek, MI
$898.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $5.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$10.9M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $310K
Price Range
26
Sold in Battle Creek, MI
Top Agent$226M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $1.1M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$457.5M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $23.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Julie Hribar
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
13 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.98%
in Battle Creek, MI
$58.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.4M
Price Range
Top Agent(17)
Patty McIvor
REMAX Hometown | Real Estate Professionals Charlotte
29 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.66%
in Battle Creek, MI
$75.2M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $580K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$36.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.37%
in Battle Creek, MI
$95.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $900K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(27)
Doug Beiswanger
Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
17 Years of experience
89+ Sales in the last 12 months
$265.6M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.85%
in Battle Creek, MI
$106.8M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $840K
Price Range
16%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(42)
Linda Beauchamp
Howard Hanna Real Estate Executives
22 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
$52.2M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $580K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $850K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(5)
Brent Hiler
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI Real Estate
8 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$6.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $590K
Price Range
4
Sold in Battle Creek, MI
Top Agent$242.7M
All-Time Sales
$50K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$354.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 18.29%
in Battle Creek, MI
$46M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top Agent(8)
Jason Sibley
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
10 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 18.78%
in Battle Creek, MI
$60.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $860K
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(164)
Adriane Lau
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals - Rooted Real Estate of Gre
20 Years of experience
101+ Sales in the last 12 months
$301.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 19.27%
in Battle Creek, MI
$73.9M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $8.9M
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Patrick McCrory
Mossy Oak Properties Michigan Outdoors
4 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 19.27%
in Battle Creek, MI
$2.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $700K
Price Range
Battle creek Housing Market Trends
Homes in Battle creek take a median 9 days to sell, go for 98.11% of asking, prices are up 8.4% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$194,871
median sale price
How fast they sell
9 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Battle Creek.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Battle Creek agents whose results fit it.
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Battle Creek?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Battle Creek sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around August.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
14 days
Typical time on market
98.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Battle Creek, MI 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 Battle Creek Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Battle Creek market where negotiating leverage sits closer to the center than the headline pace suggests. The median sale price of $194,871 moved +8.4% year over year, and homes are moving quickly at a median of 9 days, yet several indicators point to a more balanced negotiation than a fast pace alone would imply. With 2.2 months of supply and 54.3% of listings leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced homes in good condition still attract prompt attention.
At the same time, only 28.3% of homes sold above list price and 30.7% of listings recorded a price reduction. That combination tells buyers that the majority of homes are not drawing competing bids, so offering at or slightly below asking is often reasonable, particularly on listings that have been active longer than the median. The average sale-to-list ratio of 98.11% confirms most closings land just under asking. For sellers, the message is precision: with 126 active listings and 238 new listings entering monthly, an aggressive initial price risks the reductions that a quarter of listings ultimately take.
Reading these signals correctly is where local guidance matters. Battle Creek has 410 licensed agents, and their command of pricing, timing, and offer structure varies widely. Understanding when to press on price and when to move fast on a two-week listing separates a smooth transaction from a stalled one, which is why matching with an agent who tracks these specific dynamics carries real weight in this market.
What Battle Creek Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Battle Creek 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 | $194,871 |
| Down payment (20%) | $38,974 |
| Loan amount | $155,897 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,494 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.95% mortgage rate (as of September 17, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $194,871 median home price with 20% down at 6.95% (as of September 17, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Battle Creek MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Battle Creek Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the metrics that actually predict outcomes: closed transactions, verified reviews, and negotiation results measured against local conditions. EffectiveAgents ranks 62 agents in Battle Creek from a pool of 410 licensed professionals, drawing on 694 annual transactions analyzed. The top ranked agent, Matt Davis at Real Estate One Rosemary Davis, has closed 1,269 transactions with $194.6M in all-time sales volume. In a market where only 28.3% of homes sell above list and 30.7% see a price cut, an agent who prices accurately from the start protects both timeline and net proceeds. That skill shows up across neighborhoods like Brownlee Park, where correctly reading whether a home fits the two-week fast-sale group or needs a measured pricing strategy changes the result. Look beyond a single sale count and study review patterns: consistent, recent feedback across many closings signals reliability far better than a handful of standout stories.
How We Rank Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek 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.
410
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
Battle Creek Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Battle Creek, MI?
The top ranked agent in Battle Creek, MI by EffectiveAgents data is Matt Davis at Real Estate One Rosemary Davis, with 1,269 closed transactions, 29 reviews, and $194.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, client reviews, and negotiation performance measured against local market conditions rather than advertising spend. Of the 410 licensed agents in the area, only 62 meet the ranking criteria. The strongest fit depends on your neighborhood, price range, and timeline, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended.
How were these Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek?
Our data covers 410 real estate agents serving the Battle Creek area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Battle Creek market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Battle Creek mean for sellers?
Battle Creek's median sale price is $194,871 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 Battle Creek?
Homes in Battle Creek currently sell in a median of 9 days, though that figure reflects a -7 days change in market time compared with last year. With 54.3% of listings leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented homes move quickly, while overpriced listings account for much of the 30.7% that take reductions. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, location, and season. At 2.2 months of supply, pricing to the current market is the single largest factor in how fast a home closes.
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 Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Battle Creek 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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