Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Newport, MN
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$173.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.6M
Price Range
8
Sold in Newport, MN
Top Agent$589.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(138)
Shawn Korby
Keller Williams Integrity Realty
22 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
$442.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
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
1,776+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.91%
in Newport, MN
$4.35B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $26M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.27%
in Newport, MN
$157.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $880K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$2B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $6.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(3)
Amy Westerlund
Keller Williams Premier Realty
20 Years of experience
24+ Sales in the last 12 months
$153.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(10)
Polina Kilpela
Keller Williams Premier Realty
15 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
$47.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $860K
Price Range
4
Sold in Newport, MN
Top Agent$572M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$45.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $460K
Price Range
3
Sold in Newport, MN
Top Agent$192.5M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$153.4M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.54%
in Newport, MN
$113.5M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$262.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $23.9M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$205.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.6M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$182.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(64)
Lynn Frantzen
Keller Williams Integrity Realty
29 Years of experience
143+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.08%
in Newport, MN
$261.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.08%
in Newport, MN
$123.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top Agent$226.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $2M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$300M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $22.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$473.1M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$148.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $15.9M
Price Range
490
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$86.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(55)
Michael Kootsikas
Northstar Real Estate Associates
10 Years of experience
35+ Sales in the last 12 months
$85.3M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$107M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $3M
Price Range
238
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Newport Housing Market Trends
Homes in Newport take a median 22 days to sell, go for 99.16% of asking, prices are up 4.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.3 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$507,875
median sale price
How fast they sell
22 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.3 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Newport.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Newport agents whose results fit it.
Newport agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Newport
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Newport?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Newport 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
25 days
Typical time on market
100.9%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Newport, 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 Newport Buyers and Sellers
Newport's housing market currently shows a median sale price of $507,875, with homes moving at a median of 22 on market. Read alongside the Housing Market Trends module above, the competitive indicators point to a market where leverage is more balanced than headline pricing alone suggests. Months of supply sits at 5.3, and with 67.3% of listings recording a price reduction, sellers who anchor too high are being corrected by the market rather than rewarded for ambition.
On the demand side, 12.4% of homes leave the market within two weeks, and 27.3% close above list price. That split matters for strategy. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes still draw fast, sometimes competitive interest, while the remaining inventory lingers and negotiates. For buyers, this means the average sale-to-list ratio of 99.16% understates real room to negotiate on properties that have already sat past the two-week mark. Leading with inspection contingencies and measured offers is reasonable outside the fastest-moving segment.
For sellers, the takeaway is precision. With 16 new listings and 8 pending sales in a typical month against 19 active homes, correct pricing at launch determines whether you land in the 12.4% that sell quickly or the group absorbing repeated price drops. Newport has 552 licensed agents, but performance varies widely across them, which is why matching with an agent who understands these micro-dynamics carries measurable weight in your outcome.
What Newport Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Newport 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 | $507,875 |
| Down payment (20%) | $101,575 |
| Loan amount | $406,300 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,575 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $507,875 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Newport MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Newport Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the data that actually predicts results: transaction depth, pricing accuracy, and consistency across market cycles. Of the 552 licensed agents operating in Newport, only 42 meet the performance thresholds EffectiveAgents measures across the 35 local transactions analyzed. At the top of that ranked group is John Mazzara at RE/MAX Results, whose record includes 691 career transactions and $171.9M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers that matter here. In a market where 27.3% of homes clear above list while 67.3% of listings cut price, an agent who prices and negotiates precisely protects thousands of dollars on either side of a deal. Across Newport and the 55055 zip code, that difference separates a home that sells within the first two weeks from one that stalls. One note on reviews: a strong transaction history paired with a smaller review count, as seen here, is common among high-volume agents and is best read alongside verified sales data rather than in isolation.
How We Rank Newport 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 Newport 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.
552
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
Newport Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Newport, MN?
The top-ranked agent in Newport, MN, based on EffectiveAgents data is John Mazzara at RE/MAX Results, with 691 career transactions and $171.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or name recognition. Instead, the methodology analyzes verified transaction history, pricing accuracy, and outcomes across the 35 local transactions studied, narrowing 552 licensed agents down to 42 ranked performers. The strongest match depends on your property type, price point, and timeline, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended.
How were these Newport 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 Newport?
Our data covers 552 real estate agents serving the Newport area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Newport market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Newport mean for sellers?
Newport's median sale price is $507,875 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Newport?
Homes in Newport currently take a median of 22 to sell, reflecting a +8 days change in market time versus a year ago. That figure is a midpoint, not a guarantee. Properties that are priced correctly, presented well, and located in higher-demand segments often sell within two weeks, with 12.4% of listings leaving the market that fast. Homes that launch above market value tend to sit longer and account for much of the 67.3% of listings that eventually cut price. Pricing strategy, condition, and seasonality are the primary factors shaping your timeline.
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 Newport 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 Newport 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 Newport 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 Newport realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Newport 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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