Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lake Elmo, MN
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Top Agent
Top 0.22%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$857.2M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $3.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.43%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$472M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(2071)
Ryan O'Neill
The Minnesota Real Estate Team of RE/MAX Advantage Plus
23 Years of experience
1,768+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.65%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$4.35B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $26M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(114)
Jay Fletch
Edina Realty, Inc. - Fletch Real Estate Group
30 Years of experience
167+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.86%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$646.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.29%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$588.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.59%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$1.99B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $6.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.02%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$190.9M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$138.8M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$182.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$440.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$548.8M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $3.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$226.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.17%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$124.1M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent(138)
Shawn Korby
Keller Williams Integrity Realty
22 Years of experience
46+ Sales in the last 12 months
$373.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$409.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$569.5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(3)
Amy Westerlund
Keller Williams Premier Realty
20 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
$153.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$167M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.68%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$262.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.68%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$105.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.68%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$148.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $15.9M
Price Range
Top Agent$80.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.33%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$41.6M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top Agent(64)
Andrew Prasky
RE/MAX Advantage Plus - Preferred Home Team
26 Years of experience
62+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.54%
in Lake Elmo, MN
$363.6M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$126.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
2
Sold in Lake Elmo, MN
Lake elmo Housing Market Trends
Homes in Lake elmo take a median 32 days to sell, go for 98.29% of asking, prices are up 17.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.8 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$761,996
median sale price
How fast they sell
32 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.8 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Lake Elmo.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Lake Elmo agents whose results fit it.
Lake Elmo agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 22 days, the Lake Elmo market in 32
median sale price in Lake Elmo
Do Top Lake Elmo Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Lake Elmo sell in a median of 22 days, compared with the Lake Elmo market median of 32 days on market.
About 10 days faster (31% quicker than the Lake Elmo market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Lake Elmo agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Lake Elmo market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lake Elmo?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lake Elmo 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
29 days
Typical time on market
99.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lake Elmo, 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 Lake Elmo Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Lake Elmo market where negotiating leverage is split rather than firmly held by either side. With only 1.8 months of supply and 43.5% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still move quickly, and the Seller's Market conditions favor sellers on the most desirable inventory. Yet the same data set complicates that picture: 24.1% of homes sold above asking, meaning nearly three-quarters closed at or below list, and 24.4% of active listings recorded a price cut before selling. That combination tells buyers the initial asking price is often negotiable, while a sale-to-list ratio of 98.29% confirms final prices land close to (but usually under) the last list figure.
For a buyer, the practical read is to move decisively on a home priced at market but to resist overpaying on a listing that has been sitting, since a median of 32 days on market and the frequency of price drops both create room to negotiate. For a seller, the message is that pricing accuracy matters more than optimism: homes that require a reduction give back the early-momentum advantage that 43.5% of listings capture. Median sale prices moved +17.2% year over year to $761,996, and at roughly $235.47 per square foot, correct positioning against comparable properties is what determines whether a home sells fast or lingers.
With 464 licensed agents active in the Lake Elmo area, outcomes vary widely by who represents you. The share of homes selling above list versus the share taking price cuts shows that pricing and negotiation execution, not just market direction, decide results. That is where verified agent performance data becomes the differentiator for both buyers and sellers.
What Lake Elmo Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lake Elmo 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 | $761,996 |
| Down payment (20%) | $152,399 |
| Loan amount | $609,597 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $5,073 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $761,996 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Lake Elmo MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Lake Elmo Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives results: a documented track record across many transactions and consistent client feedback. In Lake Elmo, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 266 transactions to rank 54 agents out of 464 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Kim Ziton at Keller Williams Premier Realty, has closed 1,646 transactions with $851.5M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill carries real weight in this market, where 24.1% of homes sold above list yet 24.4% of listings needed a price reduction. An agent who understands that split can help a seller price to capture early demand or help a buyer identify where a listing has become negotiable. Across the 55042 area and the broader Lake Elmo market, that experience translates into pricing accuracy and offer strategy grounded in local comparable sales. When reviewing candidates, look for a pattern of steady, current reviews rather than a handful of older ones, since consistency over time signals reliable service across changing market conditions.
How We Rank Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo 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.
464
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
Lake Elmo Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Lake Elmo, MN?
The highest-ranked agent in Lake Elmo, MN is Kim Ziton at Keller Williams Premier Realty, with 1,646 career transactions, 214 client reviews, and $851.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents by analyzing 266 local transactions and objective performance data rather than advertising or self-reported claims. Of 464 licensed agents in the area, 54 met the ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your goals, so compare verified track records, review patterns, and neighborhood experience before deciding.
How were these Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo?
Our data covers 464 real estate agents serving the Lake Elmo area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lake Elmo market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Lake Elmo mean for sellers?
Lake Elmo's median sale price is $761,996 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 Lake Elmo?
Homes in Lake Elmo currently take a median of 32 days to sell, and that timeline has held steady with a -2 days change in market time year over year. With 43.5% of listings going under contract within two weeks, well-priced homes move fast, while others sit longer, reflected by 24.4% of listings recording a price cut. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, location within the 55042 area, and seasonality. Correct initial pricing is the single largest factor in selling near the 98.29% sale-to-list ratio without extended time on market.
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 Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Lake Elmo 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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