Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Golden Valley, MN
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(2051)
Ryan O'Neill
The Minnesota Real Estate Team of RE/MAX Advantage Plus
23 Years of experience
1,654+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.14%
in Golden Valley, MN
$4.29B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $26M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.29%
in Golden Valley, MN
$475.6M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.43%
in Golden Valley, MN
$1.98B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $6.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.86%
in Golden Valley, MN
$365.3M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.14%
in Golden Valley, MN
$543.4M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $3.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.22%
in Golden Valley, MN
$61.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $930K
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.36%
in Golden Valley, MN
$421.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.36%
in Golden Valley, MN
$47.4M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $880K
Price Range
Top Agent(64)
Andrew Prasky
RE/MAX Advantage Plus - Preferred Home Team
26 Years of experience
66+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.5%
in Golden Valley, MN
$363.2M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.64%
in Golden Valley, MN
$92.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(55)
Michael Kootsikas
Northstar Real Estate Associates
10 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.86%
in Golden Valley, MN
$84.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.86%
in Golden Valley, MN
$33.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.07%
in Golden Valley, MN
$125M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent(11)
Allison Deal
Keller Williams Classic Realty NW
12 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.57%
in Golden Valley, MN
$78.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $980K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.36%
in Golden Valley, MN
$445.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.7M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(64)
Lynn Frantzen
Keller Williams Integrity Realty
29 Years of experience
144+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.86%
in Golden Valley, MN
$257M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.86%
in Golden Valley, MN
$166.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4%
in Golden Valley, MN
$225.7M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(48)
Jamie Borden
TCI Realty of Minnesota, Inc. - Borden Realty
23 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4%
in Golden Valley, MN
$93.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.79%
in Golden Valley, MN
$172.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.93%
in Golden Valley, MN
$101M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.1M
Price Range
Top Agent$111.7M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$77M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.3M
Price Range
182
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$24M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $520K
Price Range
91
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Golden valley Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$479,370
-5.73% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
25
+11 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
100.64%
-0.96% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
43.3%
-2.8% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
43.6%
-5.9% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
33.7%
-0.6% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.2
Realtors in Golden valley
1,399
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Golden Valley Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Golden Valley sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the Golden Valley market median of 25 days on market.
About 5 days faster (20% quicker than the Golden Valley market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Golden Valley agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Golden Valley market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Golden Valley?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Golden Valley 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
17 days
Typical time on market
101.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Golden Valley, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Golden Valley Buyers and Sellers
Golden Valley presents a competitive but nuanced picture, and the Housing Market Trends module above quantifies the tension. The median sale price sits at $479,370, moving -5.7% year over year, while homes are measured at a 25-day median time on market. That speed matters: 43.6% of listings leave the market within two weeks, and 43.3% of homes close above their asking price. Both signals point to real buyer competition on well-positioned properties. With months of supply at 2.2, this remains a market tilted toward sellers on the most desirable inventory.
Still, the leverage is not uniform. A notable 33.7% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, which tells buyers that overpriced or lingering homes carry room to negotiate. The average sale-to-list ratio of 100.64% confirms that pricing accuracy at listing determines outcomes. For a buyer, the strategy is disciplined: move quickly and near full ask on fresh, correctly priced listings, but negotiate firmly on anything that has already accumulated days or a price cut. For a seller, the data argues for pricing at or just below market rather than testing a premium, since the roughly one-third of listings cutting price are the ones sitting through the 25-day median.
With 76 active listings and 110 pending sales against 35 monthly closings, absorption is steady. Golden Valley is served by 1,399 licensed agents, a wide field where measured performance separates the strongest operators from the rest.
What Golden Valley Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Golden Valley 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 | $479,370 |
| Down payment (20%) | $95,874 |
| Loan amount | $383,496 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,196 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.65% mortgage rate (as of August 20, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $479,370 median home price with 20% down at 6.65% (as of August 20, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Golden Valley MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Golden Valley Realtor
Choosing a real estate agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: verified transaction history and negotiation outcomes. In a market where 43.3% of homes close above list and 33.7% of listings eventually cut price, the difference between an agent who prices and negotiates precisely and one who does not is measured in real dollars. Ryan O'Neill at The Minnesota Real Estate Team of RE/MAX Advantage Plus anchors the top of the EffectiveAgents rankings, with a career record exceeding 14,000 transactions and more than $4.2B in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience translates directly into knowing when to hold firm at the 100.64% sale-to-list benchmark and when a listing's days on market open room to negotiate. Across Golden Valley, only 39 agents earn EffectiveAgents ranking out of the broader licensed pool, a filter built on measured performance rather than advertising spend. When evaluating candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across reviews: consistency over dozens or hundreds of closings reveals far more than any one transaction.
How We Rank Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: July 2026
Golden Valley Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Golden Valley, MN?
The top-ranked agent in Golden Valley, MN is Ryan O'Neill at The Minnesota Real Estate Team of RE/MAX Advantage Plus, with a verified record of more than 14,000 transactions and over $4.2B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 307 local transactions and measuring outcomes like sale-to-list ratio, days on market, and closing consistency rather than advertising. Of 1,399 licensed agents in the area, only 39 meet the ranking threshold, so the shortlist reflects measured performance.
How were these Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley?
Our data covers 1,399 real estate agents serving the Golden Valley area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Golden Valley market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Golden Valley mean for sellers?
Golden Valley's median sale price is $479,370 as of July 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 Golden Valley?
Homes in Golden Valley sell in a median of 25 days, though that figure reflects a +11 days change in market time year over year. Well-priced listings move fast, with 43.6% leaving the market within two weeks. Timeline depends heavily on pricing accuracy, condition, and season: homes listed at or near the 100.64% sale-to-list benchmark tend to close quickly, while those priced above market often join the 33.7% of listings that eventually reduce price and sit longer. Preparation and correct initial pricing are the strongest levers on speed.
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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Golden Valley 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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