Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Moorhead, MN
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Top Agent
Top 0.29%
in Moorhead, MN
$531.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $20M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.32%
in Moorhead, MN
$30.4M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $750K
Price Range
Top Agent
(11)
Amber Carlton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties
14 Years of experience
39+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.19%
in Moorhead, MN
$28.7M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $960K
Price Range
Top Agent$21.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.2M
Price Range
5
Sold in Moorhead, MN
Top Agent(7)
Arianna Zavala
Keller Williams Inspire Realty
19 Years of experience
28+ Sales in the last 12 months
$85.8M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Jonathon Vonesh
Keller Williams Inspire Realty
19 Years of experience
84+ Sales in the last 12 months
$35.1M
All-Time Sales
$50K - $620K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Joy Summers
RE/MAX LAKES REGION
7 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.57%
in Moorhead, MN
$59M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top 1.45%
in Moorhead, MN
79
Sold in Moorhead, MN
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.45%
in Moorhead, MN
116
Sold in Moorhead, MN
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.74%
in Moorhead, MN
52
Sold in Moorhead, MN
2003
Year Licensed
Top 2.03%
in Moorhead, MN
45
Sold in Moorhead, MN
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.61%
in Moorhead, MN
41
Sold in Moorhead, MN
2011
Year Licensed
Top 2.9%
in Moorhead, MN
40
Sold in Moorhead, MN
2014
Year Licensed
Moorhead Housing Market Trends
Homes in Moorhead take a median 34 days to sell, go for 99.22% of asking, prices are up 8.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$293,806
median sale price
How fast they sell
34 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Moorhead.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Moorhead agents whose results fit it.
Moorhead agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Moorhead
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Moorhead?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Moorhead 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
99.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Moorhead, 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 Moorhead Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above outlines a Moorhead market where the median sale price sits at $293,806 and prices have moved +8.9% year over year. Reading the competitive indicators together tells a more precise story than any single number. With homes selling at an average 99.22% of list price, 24.6% of homes closing above asking, and 51.2% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still attract fast, competitive demand. At the same time, 34.1% of listings have recorded a price cut, and months of supply stands at 3.0, which points to a market that is balanced rather than tilted sharply toward either side.
For buyers, this combination means leverage is selective. On a home that has been sitting past the median of 34 days or has already taken a price drop, there is room to negotiate below list. On fresh, correctly priced inventory in zip codes like 56560, competing offers are realistic and moving quickly is prudent. For sellers, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one: the roughly one in three listings cutting price are typically the ones that launched above what the $154.91 per square foot comparables support.
With 234 new listings and 173 pending sales in the most recent month, activity remains steady across the 179 active homes. Moorhead has 345 licensed agents working these dynamics, and outcomes vary widely by who represents you. That spread is exactly why matching with a verified, data-ranked agent matters when leverage is this situational.
What Moorhead Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Moorhead 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 | $293,806 |
| Down payment (20%) | $58,761 |
| Loan amount | $235,045 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,125 |
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 $293,806 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 Moorhead MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Moorhead Realtor
Name recognition and yard-sign frequency are poor proxies for results. A more reliable approach is to look at verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and review depth. Across Moorhead's 345 licensed agents, EffectiveAgents has ranked 17 based on measured performance. The top-ranked agent, Derek Brandenburg at eXp Realty, has closed 3,601 transactions with $531.9M in all-time sales volume and holds 155 client reviews. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers that matter to your bottom line: in a market where the average home closes at 99.22% of list and 24.6% sell above asking, an agent who consistently protects a seller's price or wins a buyer a fair deal on a home that has taken a price drop is delivering quantifiable value. Look for agents with proven results across the 56560 and 56561 zip codes and a track record on both listing and buyer sides. When comparing candidates, weigh not only the star rating but the volume and consistency of reviews over time, which reveal how an agent performs across changing conditions rather than in a single strong year.
How We Rank Moorhead 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 Moorhead 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.
345
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
Moorhead Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Moorhead, MN?
The verified top-ranked agent in Moorhead, MN is Derek Brandenburg at eXp Realty, with 3,601 closed transactions, 155 client reviews, and $531.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using an objective methodology that analyzes actual transaction history, sale-to-list outcomes, and review patterns rather than advertising spend. Of the 345 licensed agents in the area, only 17 meet the ranking threshold. The right fit still depends on your property type, price point, and timeline, so comparing two or three ranked agents before signing is recommended.
How were these Moorhead 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 Moorhead?
Our data covers 345 real estate agents serving the Moorhead area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Moorhead market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Moorhead mean for sellers?
Moorhead's median sale price is $293,806 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 Moorhead?
In Moorhead, the median home currently goes under contract in about 34 days, and market time reflects a +5 days change year over year. Actual timelines vary widely. Accurately priced homes in demand zip codes like 56560 often move within the 51.2% of listings that sell inside two weeks, while overpriced homes contribute to the 34.1% recording a cut and sit longer. Condition, staging, pricing against $154.91 per square foot comparables, and seasonality all affect the timeline, so add several weeks beyond contract for closing.
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 Moorhead 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 Moorhead 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 Moorhead 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 Moorhead realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Moorhead 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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