Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Mankato, MN

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    Sonja Zoet

    Real Broker, LLC

    12 Years of experience

    66+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.3%

    in Mankato, MN

    $229.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Candee Deichman

    Century 21 Atwood

    11 Years of experience

    93+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.18%

    in Mankato, MN

    $199.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $2M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Kim Waletich

    RE/MAX Excalibur and RE/MAX Results

    24 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $134.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    11%

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    Michelle Starkey

    True Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    59+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.37%

    in Mankato, MN

    $68.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $900K

    Price Range

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    Zoe Browender

    True Real Estate

    8 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.85%

    in Mankato, MN

    $58.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Aubrey Leasure

    Keller Williams Preferred Realty

    10 Years of experience

    51+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.33%

    in Mankato, MN

    $267.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $850K - $210M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Alexander Phippen

    True Real Estate

    7 Years of experience

    44+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.88%

    in Mankato, MN

    $28.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $550K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Ryan O'Neill

    The Minnesota Real Estate Team of RE/MAX Advantage Plus

    23 Years of experience

    1,772+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.02%

    in Mankato, MN

    $4.35B

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $26M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Kristine Jones

    Edina Realty

    22 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $178M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    3

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    Valerie Stephens

    Kerkhoff Auction & Real Estate

    27 Years of experience

    53+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 18.34%

    in Mankato, MN

    $120.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    Lisa Stevens

    Vibrant Realty

    23 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $300M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $22.7M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Chris Broz

    RE/MAX Advantage Plus

    23 Years of experience

    74+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $235.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Jim Barta

    RE/MAX Experts

    29 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $96.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    408

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    Do Top Mankato Agents Sell Faster?

    The 13 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Mankato sell in a median of 21 days, compared with the Mankato market median of 28 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents21 days
    Mankato market28 days

    About 7 days faster (25% quicker than the Mankato market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Mankato agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Mankato market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Mankato 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)

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    June

    Best month to sell

    24 days

    Typical time on market

    99.5%

    Of asking price

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

    The Housing Market Trends module above records a median sale price of $296,554 and a sale-to-list ratio of 98.13%, and reading those figures alongside the competitive indicators shows where leverage currently sits in Mankato. With 21.8% of homes selling above asking and 48.3% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still move quickly, but the 33.2% share of listings taking a price reduction signals that ambitious pricing gets corrected. Months of supply at 3.8 keeps this closer to a balanced market than a runaway seller's market.

    For a buyer, that combination is useful. A property that has been listed near or past the median 28 days on market, or one already carrying a price drop, is a reasonable place to negotiate below list, since the sale-to-list ratio of 98.13% means most closings settle just under asking. On a fresh listing in a desirable zip code such as 56001 or 56003, competing near list price is the more realistic strategy given how fast the quickest homes clear.

    For a seller, the message is disciplined pricing over aspirational pricing. With 181 new listings and 157 active properties competing against 132 pending sales each month, homes priced to the $155.7 per square foot benchmark tend to draw offers early, while overpriced homes join the price-drop group. Understanding these dynamics at the property level is where an experienced agent earns their fee, and Mankato has 338 licensed agents to evaluate.

    What Mankato Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Mankato 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 Mankato
    $93,500
    Median home price$296,554
    Down payment (20%)$59,311
    Loan amount$237,243
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,182

    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.

    Mankato Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 28 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.13%
    Price Trend (YoY) +3.1%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,182
    Principal & Interest
    $1,623
    Property Taxes
    $284
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $296,554 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.

    Mankato Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $287,498
    Today $296,554
    +3.1%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 21 days
    Today 28 days
    +7 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 99.9%
    Today 98.13%
    -1.79%
    What this shift means: Year over year, prices moved +3.1%, the sale-to-list ratio shifted -1.79%, and market time registered a +7 days change against last year's 21. Taken together, these movements point to a market that has cooled from its most competitive peak, giving buyers modestly more room to negotiate while still rewarding sellers who price to current conditions rather than to last year's comparables.

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

    What to Look for in a Mankato Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone can obscure the measures that actually predict a good outcome: closed volume, repeat clients, and how negotiations resolve against list price. EffectiveAgents ranks 27 agents in Mankato out of 338 licensed locally, using verified transaction records rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Sonja Zoet at Real Broker, LLC, has closed 964 transactions and carries $229.7M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans the full price range across zip codes like 56001, 56002, and 56003. That depth matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 98.13% and 33.2% of listings adjust price: an agent who has negotiated through many closings knows when to hold on price and when a reduction protects a seller's net proceeds. Review patterns are equally telling. With 175 reviews on record, Sonja Zoet's history reflects consistency over time rather than a handful of recent ratings, which is the pattern worth looking for when you compare candidates.

    How We Rank Mankato 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 Mankato 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.

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    15+

    performance signals

    $0

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    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: August 2026

    Mankato Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Mankato, MN?

    The top-ranked agent in Mankato, MN on EffectiveAgents is Sonja Zoet at Real Broker, LLC, with 964 closed transactions, 175 reviews, and $229.7M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not sell placement; rankings are generated by analyzing verified transaction data across 338 licensed local agents and 431 annual transactions. Because the right agent depends on your price point and timeline, we recommend comparing the 27 ranked Mankato agents on closed volume and review history rather than relying on any single name.

    How were these Mankato 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 Mankato?

    Our data covers 338 real estate agents serving the Mankato area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Mankato market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Mankato's median sale price is $296,554 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 Mankato?

    Homes in Mankato currently take a median of 28 days to sell, a +7 days change from last year's 21. That is the midpoint, meaning half of listings close faster: 48.3% go under contract within two weeks. Your actual timeline depends on pricing relative to the $155.7 per square foot benchmark, condition, and location, since 33.2% of listings that start too high eventually cut price and sit longer. Accurate initial pricing is the single largest factor in selling near the median rather than well beyond it.

    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 Mankato 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 Mankato 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 Mankato 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 Mankato realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Mankato 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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