Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Muskegon, MI
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$228.6M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $1.1M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(63)
David Dusenberry
Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
13 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.26%
in Muskegon, MI
$90.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.5M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.9%
in Muskegon, MI
$323.3M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(295)
Lucas Howard - MI
Keller Williams Grand Rapids
22 Years of experience
272+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.56%
in Muskegon, MI
$966.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $5.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.89%
in Muskegon, MI
$73.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $940K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.51%
in Muskegon, MI
$13.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $390K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 14.75%
in Muskegon, MI
$61.4M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$186.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.9M
Price Range
22
Sold in Muskegon, MI
Top Agent$389M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$329.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.2M
Price Range
13
Sold in Muskegon, MI
Top Agent(317)
Susan Prins
Sue Prins Grp -Five Star Real Estate
23 Years of experience
115+ Sales in the last 12 months
$432M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$368.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$370.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$366.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$136.9M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.1M
Price Range
12%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$660.6M
All-Time Sales
$460K - $5.3M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$296.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$296.6M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(160)
David Arnoldink
Five Star Real Estate Lakeshore
23 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
$244.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.5M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$215.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$104.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(12)
Tanya Powell-May
Keller Williams GR North-LegacyHomesGR
31 Years of experience
67+ Sales in the last 12 months
$162.2M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $3.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$90.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $660K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$80.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$132.1M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $5.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Muskegon Housing Market Trends
Homes in Muskegon take a median 22 days to sell, go for 97.63% of asking, prices are up 0.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.6 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$187,911
median sale price
How fast they sell
22 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.6 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Muskegon.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Muskegon agents whose results fit it.
Muskegon agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 18 days, the Muskegon market in 22
median sale price in Muskegon
Do Top Muskegon Agents Sell Faster?
The 22 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Muskegon sell in a median of 18 days, compared with the Muskegon market median of 22 days on market.
About 4 days faster (18% quicker than the Muskegon market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Muskegon agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Muskegon market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Muskegon?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Muskegon sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
21 days
Typical time on market
98.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Muskegon, 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 Muskegon Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Muskegon market where negotiating leverage is more balanced than the headline price growth suggests. The median sale price sits at $187,911, moving +0.2% year over year, while months of supply holds at 3.6. That supply figure keeps conditions tilted toward sellers, but the competitive indicators tell a more nuanced story that buyers can use. With 29.7% of homes selling above list and 40.6% going off market within two weeks, well-priced listings still move quickly. At the same time, 35.3% of listings recorded a price reduction, a clear signal that ambitiously priced homes are being corrected by the market.
For buyers, that combination means selectivity pays off. Roughly one in four homes clears above asking, so competition is real on the sharpest listings, but the large share of price drops shows room to negotiate on homes that have been sitting. A median of 22 days on market, alongside a -5 days change in market time, gives patient buyers more openings than a year ago. For sellers, the 97.63% sale-to-list ratio confirms that overpricing invites reductions rather than offers; pricing near recent comparable sales captures the fast-moving demand reflected in 162 pending sales against 163 active listings.
With 305 licensed agents working this market, execution varies widely. Matching pricing strategy to these specific indicators is where an analyzed, data-driven agent separates a quick sale from a stale listing.
What Muskegon Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Muskegon 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 | $187,911 |
| Down payment (20%) | $37,582 |
| Loan amount | $150,329 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,473 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.18% mortgage rate (as of November 5, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $187,911 median home price with 20% down at 7.18% (as of November 5, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Muskegon MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Muskegon Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: transaction history, negotiation results, and consistent client feedback. EffectiveAgents ranks 75 of Muskegon's 305 licensed agents using verified performance data rather than advertising spend. Our top-ranked agent, Michael Balsitis at Bellabay Realty LLC, has closed 3,141 transactions with $226.0M in all-time sales volume, a track record that matters in a market where 35.3% of listings require a price correction. Negotiation skill shows up in numbers: with the market clearing at a 97.63% sale-to-list ratio and 29.7% of homes selling above asking, an agent who understands how to position a home across areas like 49441, 49442, and 49445 can meaningfully affect the final price. When reviewing candidates, look beyond a single glowing testimonial and study review patterns over time, since consistency across many closings is a stronger signal than a small handful of ratings on any one profile.
How We Rank Muskegon 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 Muskegon 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.
305
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
Muskegon Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Muskegon, MI?
The top-ranked agent in Muskegon, MI is Michael Balsitis at Bellabay Realty LLC, based on EffectiveAgents data covering 3,141 closed transactions and $226.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, sale-to-list performance, and client review patterns rather than paid placement, analyzing 538 annual transactions across 305 licensed local agents. The best agent for you depends on your property, price range, and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked candidates before deciding.
How were these Muskegon 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 Muskegon?
Our data covers 305 real estate agents serving the Muskegon area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Muskegon market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Muskegon mean for sellers?
Muskegon's median sale price is $187,911 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 Muskegon?
Homes in Muskegon currently take a median of 22 days to go under contract, though that reflects a -5 days change from last year. Actual timelines vary with pricing accuracy, condition, and location: with 40.6% of homes going off market within two weeks, sharply priced listings move fast, while the 35.3% of listings that saw a price reduction show that overpriced homes sit longer. Pricing near comparable recent sales, along with strong photography and pre-listing preparation, is the most reliable way to shorten your 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 Muskegon 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 Muskegon 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 Muskegon 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 Muskegon realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Muskegon 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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