Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Manistee, MI

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    Randall Zakrajsek profile picture
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    Randall Zakrajsek

    Re/Max Bayshore Manistee

    15 Years of experience

    59+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.4%

    in Manistee, MI

    $123.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Meagan Kempf

    RE/MAX Bayshore

    22 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.8%

    in Manistee, MI

    $108.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Lois Janish

    Lighthouse Realty

    21 Years of experience

    47+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.4%

    in Manistee, MI

    $103.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Denise Clasen

    Real Estate One

    12 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $20.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Lori Dickenson

    Lighthouse realty ludington

    33 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $49.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $70K - $570K

    Price Range

    11%

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    Doug Taylor

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors

    27 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12%

    in Manistee, MI

    $32.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.4M

    Price Range

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    Joe McNally

    RE/MAX Together

    19 Years of experience

    220+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $350.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Tricia Carlson

    Five Star Real Estate

    9 Years of experience

    94+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.6%

    in Manistee, MI

    $70.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $940K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Rebecca Glaesman

    Realify Properties

    15 Years of experience

    86+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $364.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Louis Eisbrenner

    Tawas Team Realty

    11 Years of experience

    141+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $185.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    3

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    Kersh Ruhl

    Coldwell Banker

    22 Years of experience

    134+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $644.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $460K - $5.3M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Wendy Ryder

    Coldwell Banker

    26 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $131M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Amy Vissman

    Keller Williams Grand Rapids East

    22 Years of experience

    39+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.8%

    in Manistee, MI

    $130.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    29%

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    Johnny Crane

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    9 Years of experience

    49+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18.4%

    in Manistee, MI

    $73.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $560K - $8.9M

    Price Range

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    Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Manistee agents whose results fit it.

    Manistee agents analyzed for these rankings

    days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 44 days, the Manistee market in 55

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    Do Top Manistee Agents Sell Faster?

    The 13 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Manistee sell in a median of 44 days, compared with the Manistee market median of 55 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents44 days
    Manistee market55 days

    About 11 days faster (20% quicker than the Manistee market)

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

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Manistee 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)

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    April

    Best month to sell

    44 days

    Typical time on market

    97.8%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Manistee, 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.

    How We Rank Manistee 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 Manistee 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.

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    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

    Manistee Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Manistee 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 Manistee?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Manistee area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Manistee market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Manistee's median sale price is $227,849 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.

    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 Manistee 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 Manistee 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 Manistee 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 Manistee realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Manistee 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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