Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Portage, MI

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    Pamella Knapp profile picture
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    Pamella Knapp

    RE/MAX Advantage

    25 Years of experience

    207+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Portage, MI

    $668.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jason Sibley

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    10 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.44%

    in Portage, MI

    $60.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $860K

    Price Range

    11%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Michael Balsitis

    Bellabay Realty LLC

    31 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $226M

    All-Time Sales

    $60K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    11%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Julie Hribar

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    13 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $58.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    15

    Sold in Portage, MI

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    Cheryl Schulz

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    27 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $172.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Lucas Howard - MI

    Keller Williams Grand Rapids

    22 Years of experience

    287+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $898.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $5.5M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Maria Keast

    Villegas Group

    30 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $36.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.2M

    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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    Matt Davis

    Real Estate One Rosemary Davis

    29 Years of experience

    81+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $196.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $900K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Jeff Kessler

    The Pros Group at eXp Realty

    21 Years of experience

    151+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $150.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $800K

    Price Range

    6%

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    Sherry Smith

    SHHARP

    26 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $168.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    4

    Sold in Portage, MI

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    Rustin Scott

    Five Star Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    71+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $100.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Tanya Powell-May

    Keller Williams GR North-LegacyHomesGR

    31 Years of experience

    68+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $160.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $3.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Mike Sobh

    Re/Max Leading Edge

    16 Years of experience

    4+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $30M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $570K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Brian Volckmann

    @ properties

    12 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $74.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Jack Sharp

    Sharp Realty

    42 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $22.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $330K

    Price Range

    6%

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    Brian DeRushia

    Exp Realty LLC

    12 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $10.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $310K

    Price Range

    1

    Sold in Portage, MI

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    Sam Masteller

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    6 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $20M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    1

    Sold in Portage, MI

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    Gloria Phillips

    Century 21 Cedarwood

    8 Years of experience

    12+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $7.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $430K

    Price Range

    43

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Patrick McCrory

    Mossy Oak Properties Michigan Outdoors

    4 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $2.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $700K

    Price Range

    2

    Sold in Portage, MI

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    Matthew Leighton

    Jaqua Commercial

    30 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    1996

    Year Licensed

    30

    Years Experience

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    Patrick Aldworth

    Evenboer-Walton

    23 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    2003

    Year Licensed

    23

    Years Experience

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

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

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    May

    Best month to sell

    9 days

    Typical time on market

    99.7%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Portage, 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 Portage Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Portage market that currently favors sellers, though the leverage is more nuanced than a single number suggests. With months of supply at just 1.5 and homes moving at a median of 10 days, demand is absorbing new inventory quickly. Roughly 51.0% of listings leave the market within two weeks, and 28.7% of homes close above their asking price, which tells a buyer that well-priced properties in zip codes like 49024 and 49002 draw competition fast. The median sale price of $309,795 moved -4.1% year over year, and the sale-to-list ratio of 99.03% confirms sellers are holding close to list.

    What Portage Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Portage 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 Portage
    $97,200
    Median home price$309,795
    Down payment (20%)$61,959
    Loan amount$247,836
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,268

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Portage Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 10 days
    Sale-to-List Price 99.03%
    Price Trend (YoY) -4.1%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,268
    Principal & Interest
    $1,696
    Property Taxes
    $297
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $309,795 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Portage Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $323,006
    Today $309,795
    -4.1%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 0 days
    Today 10 days
    0 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.1%
    Today 99.03%
    -0.08%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved -4.1%, the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.08%, and median market time reflects a 0 days change. Taken together, the numbers point to a market that remains firm on value while giving buyers slightly more breathing room to evaluate homes. Sellers still command strong pricing, but the widening timeline rewards those who prepare and price a listing correctly before it goes live.

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

    What to Look for in a Portage Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign overlooks what actually predicts a good outcome: a documented track record across many transactions and repeat client trust. EffectiveAgents ranks 48 agents in Portage against verified performance data drawn from 708 analyzed transactions. At the top of that analysis is Pamella Knapp at RE/MAX Advantage, with 3,461 career transactions, 368 client reviews, and $664.7M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill matters most when 28.7% of homes sell above list and 31.9% see price cuts, because a seasoned agent knows which situation applies to your specific home in zip codes such as 49081, 49024, or 49002 and structures the offer or the list price accordingly. A high review count paired with a deep transaction history is more telling than a handful of recent five-star ratings, since consistency across hundreds of closings is difficult to fake and reflects performance through multiple market cycles.

    How We Rank Portage 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 Portage 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: August 2026

    Portage Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Portage, MI?

    Based on EffectiveAgents performance analysis, Pamella Knapp at RE/MAX Advantage ranks at the top among Portage agents, with 3,461 career transactions, 368 client reviews, and $664.7M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents evaluates 391 licensed local agents using verified transaction records and client feedback rather than advertising spend, then ranks the 48 strongest performers. The right agent for you depends on your price point and timeline, so we recommend comparing several ranked candidates against your specific needs before deciding.

    How were these Portage 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 Portage?

    Our data covers 391 real estate agents serving the Portage area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Portage market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Portage's median sale price is $309,795 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 Portage?

    The median home in Portage sells in about 10 days, though that figure reflects a 0 days change from last year. Actual timelines depend on pricing accuracy, condition, and location, with well-prepared homes often going under contract inside the two-week window that captures 51.0% of listings. Homes priced above what the data supports tend to sit longer and account for much of the 31.9% of listings that take a price cut. Correct pricing, professional presentation, and an experienced agent are the primary factors that shorten time to sale.

    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 Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Portage 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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