Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in East Lansing, MI
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(164)
Adriane Lau
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals - Rooted Real Estate of Gre
20 Years of experience
89+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.26%
in East Lansing, MI
$335.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(28)
Troy Seyfert
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals Okemos
9 Years of experience
95+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.51%
in East Lansing, MI
$185.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.77%
in East Lansing, MI
$137.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.28%
in East Lansing, MI
$300.9M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $37.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$57.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(3)
Amber Kennell
Howard Hanna Real Estate Executives
28 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$208.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Kat Gandolfo
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals East Lansing
5 Years of experience
49+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.16%
in East Lansing, MI
$34.7M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $980K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.7%
in East Lansing, MI
$113.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $850K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(4)
Nichole McCollum
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals West
17 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
$28.5M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $440K
Price Range
9
Sold in East Lansing, MI
Top AgentTop 10.49%
in East Lansing, MI
$722.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Barbara Roll-Wyzga
Coldwell Banker Professionals
32 Years of experience
80+ Sales in the last 12 months
$202M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $37.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.25%
in East Lansing, MI
$26.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $3.4M
Price Range
Top Agent$100.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $800K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
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Gloria Phillips
Century 21 Cedarwood
8 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 12.28%
in East Lansing, MI
$7.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $430K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 13.55%
in East Lansing, MI
$24.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $430K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.07%
in East Lansing, MI
$281M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.07%
in East Lansing, MI
$122.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $990K
Price Range
Top Agent$51M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2.2M
Price Range
4
Sold in East Lansing, MI
Top Agent$37M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $500K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.83%
in East Lansing, MI
$1.87B
All-Time Sales
$220K - $23.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(27)
Doug Beiswanger
Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
17 Years of experience
119+ Sales in the last 12 months
$311.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(295)
Lucas Howard - MI
Keller Williams Grand Rapids
22 Years of experience
271+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 15.6%
in East Lansing, MI
$964.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $5.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.6%
in East Lansing, MI
$389M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.6%
in East Lansing, MI
$15.6M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $560K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.6%
in East Lansing, MI
$12.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $890K
Price Range
East lansing Housing Market Trends
Homes in East lansing take a median 37 days to sell, go for 98.75% of asking, prices are down 12.3% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$288,313
median sale price
How fast they sell
37 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for East Lansing.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the East Lansing agents whose results fit it.
East Lansing agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 23 days, the East Lansing market in 37
median sale price in East Lansing
Do Top East Lansing Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in East Lansing sell in a median of 23 days, compared with the East Lansing market median of 37 days on market.
About 14 days faster (38% quicker than the East Lansing market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked East Lansing agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the East Lansing market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in East Lansing?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in East Lansing 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
27 days
Typical time on market
100.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of East Lansing, 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.
Home Values by Neighborhood in East Lansing
Median home values across East Lansing, MI neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Whitehills
+45% over 5 years
$405K
Walnut Heights
+43% over 5 years
$254K
Pinecrest
+48% over 5 years
$247K
Avondale Square
+41% over 5 years
$209K
Southeast Marble
+46% over 5 years
$205K
Red Cedar
+51% over 5 years
$201K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for East Lansing Buyers and Sellers
East Lansing's housing market shows a balanced profile that gives both sides measured leverage, and the Housing Market Trends module above frames the picture: a median sale price of $288,313 that moved -12.3% year over year, with homes measured at a median 37 days on market. With 2.7 months of supply, conditions sit between a seller's and a buyer's market, so the competitive indicators matter more than the headline price. Roughly 21.8% of homes sold above list and 35.5% went off the market within two weeks, signaling that correctly priced, move-in-ready listings still draw quick, competitive offers. At the same time, 48.2% of listings recorded a price cut, evidence that overpriced homes are being corrected by the market rather than the buyer pool.
For a buyer, this split means strategy should follow the specific listing. On a fresh listing near an average sale-to-list ratio of 98.75%, expect to compete close to asking; on a home already carrying a price drop or lingering past the 37-day median, there is room to negotiate on price and terms. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one, since the homes capturing above-list results are the ones that avoid the reductions dragging down the third of listings that cut price.
With 77 new listings and 26 homes sold in a typical month against 70 active properties, turnover is steady but not frenzied. Working through the 391 licensed agents in the area, the difference in outcomes often comes down to pricing precision and negotiation, which is where verified performance data becomes useful.
What East Lansing Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in East Lansing 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 | $288,313 |
| Down payment (20%) | $57,663 |
| Loan amount | $230,650 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,123 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.24% mortgage rate (as of October 29, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $288,313 median home price with 20% down at 7.24% (as of October 29, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from East Lansing MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a East Lansing Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines results: verified transaction volume, negotiation track record, and consistency across neighborhoods. EffectiveAgents ranks 42 agents in East Lansing based on measured performance from 312 analyzed transactions. The top-ranked agent, Adriane Lau at RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals, has closed 1,868 transactions and $300.4M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 21.8% of homes sell above list, because negotiating multiple offers in Whitehills or crafting a competitive bid in Glencairn requires an agent who has repeatedly navigated those exact scenarios. In areas like Bailey, where proximity to campus shapes demand, pricing precision keeps a listing from joining the 48.2% of homes that cut price. Review patterns are equally telling: Adriane Lau holds 164 reviews, and a sustained volume of consistent feedback over time is a stronger signal of reliability than a handful of recent five-star ratings. Look for that combination of documented volume and steady review history when comparing agents.
How We Rank East Lansing 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 East Lansing 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.
391
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
East Lansing Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in East Lansing, MI?
The highest-ranked agent in East Lansing, MI, according to EffectiveAgents is Adriane Lau at RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals, with 1,868 career transactions, 164 reviews, and $300.4M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents determines rankings by analyzing 312 local transactions against measured criteria including closed volume, negotiation outcomes, and verified client reviews rather than advertising. Among 391 licensed agents in the area, 42 meet the ranked performance threshold, so buyers and sellers can compare candidates on documented results.
How were these East Lansing 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 East Lansing?
Our data covers 391 real estate agents serving the East Lansing area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our East Lansing market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in East Lansing mean for sellers?
East Lansing's median sale price is $288,313 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 East Lansing?
Homes in East Lansing sell in a median of 37 days, though that measures time to accept an offer and does not include the roughly 30 to 45 days for closing. Market time registered a -3 days change year over year, so timelines have shifted from a year ago. Individual results depend heavily on pricing, condition, and location, with 35.5% of homes going under contract within two weeks while others linger. Accurate initial pricing is the single largest factor in avoiding the price reductions that extend the selling timeline.
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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in East Lansing 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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