Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Detroit Lakes, MN
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Joy Summers
RE/MAX LAKES REGION
7 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.2%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
$61.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
Top 2%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
$501.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $20M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(41)
Tom Verhelst
Keller Williams Realty Professionals
47 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
$145.6M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $950K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(7)
Arianna Zavala
Keller Williams Inspire Realty
19 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
$87.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$21.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
4
Sold in Detroit Lakes, MN
Top Agent$334.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $22.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.4%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
$74.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Jonathon Vonesh
Keller Williams Inspire Realty
19 Years of experience
85+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.2%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
$33.8M
All-Time Sales
$50K - $620K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$27.8M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $750K
Price Range
199
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top 0.4%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
165
Sold in Detroit Lakes, MN
Top 0.8%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
119
Sold in Detroit Lakes, MN
2005
Year Licensed
Top 1.6%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
75
Sold in Detroit Lakes, MN
Top 2.4%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
64
Sold in Detroit Lakes, MN
2015
Year Licensed
Top 2.8%
in Detroit Lakes, MN
52
Sold in Detroit Lakes, MN
2013
Year Licensed
Detroit lakes Housing Market Trends
Homes in Detroit lakes take a median 53 days to sell, go for 96.39% of asking, prices are up 9.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$358,829
median sale price
How fast they sell
53 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Detroit Lakes.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Detroit Lakes agents whose results fit it.
Detroit Lakes agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 48 days, the Detroit Lakes market in 53
median sale price in Detroit Lakes
Do Top Detroit Lakes Agents Sell Faster?
The 9 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Detroit Lakes sell in a median of 48 days, compared with the Detroit Lakes market median of 53 days on market.
About 5 days faster (9% quicker than the Detroit Lakes market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Detroit Lakes agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Detroit Lakes market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Detroit Lakes?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Detroit Lakes 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
29 days
Typical time on market
97.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Detroit Lakes, MN 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 Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes 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.
250
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
Detroit Lakes Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Detroit Lakes area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Detroit Lakes market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Detroit Lakes mean for sellers?
Detroit Lakes's median sale price is $358,829 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.
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 Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Detroit Lakes 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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