Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Rochester, MN

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    Julie Fink profile picture
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    Julie Fink

    RE/MAX Results

    29 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.54%

    in Rochester, MN

    $175.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    Aaron Jones profile picture
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    Aaron Jones

    Edina Realty

    22 Years of experience

    77+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.76%

    in Rochester, MN

    $276.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $4.2M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Andrew Atwood

    Century 21 Atwood

    12 Years of experience

    23+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.08%

    in Rochester, MN

    $96.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alex Mayer

    eXp Realty

    10 Years of experience

    66+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.62%

    in Rochester, MN

    $76.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    Megan Hobson profile picture
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    Megan Hobson

    Keller Williams Premier Realty

    13 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.21%

    in Rochester, MN

    $30.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $640K

    Price Range

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    Renee Bailey

    Dwell Realty Group

    22 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.32%

    in Rochester, MN

    $29.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $420K

    Price Range

    Mitch Walch profile picture
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    Mitch Walch

    Coffee House Realty

    13 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.34%

    in Rochester, MN

    $118.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    9%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Jim Barta

    RE/MAX Experts

    29 Years of experience

    22+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.09%

    in Rochester, MN

    $94.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    Denel Ihde-Sparks profile picture

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    Denel Ihde-Sparks

    Re/Max Results

    20 Years of experience

    Top 0.43%

    in Rochester, MN

    572

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    31

    Sold in last 18 months

    Jason Carey profile picture

    (137)

    Jason Carey

    Re/Max Results

    22 Years of experience

    Top 0.65%

    in Rochester, MN

    540

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    10

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Rami Hansen

    Edina Realty Inc

    15 Years of experience

    Top 0.86%

    in Rochester, MN

    302

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    28

    Sold in last 18 months

    Therese M Dutton profile picture

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    Therese M Dutton

    Edina Realty Inc

    27 Years of experience

    Top 0.97%

    in Rochester, MN

    302

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    3

    Sold in last 18 months

    Bj Pederson profile picture

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    Bj Pederson

    Re/Max Results

    13 Years of experience

    Top 1.19%

    in Rochester, MN

    220

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    1

    Sold in last 18 months

    Arlene Schuman profile picture

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    Arlene Schuman

    Re/Max Results

    19 Years of experience

    Top 1.3%

    in Rochester, MN

    220

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    29

    Sold in last 18 months

    Sylvia Rogers profile picture

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    Sylvia Rogers

    Edina Realty Inc

    23 Years of experience

    Top 1.4%

    in Rochester, MN

    217

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    6

    Sold in last 18 months

    Cathryn Armstrong profile picture

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    Cathryn Armstrong

    Progressive Real Estate

    16 Years of experience

    Top 1.51%

    in Rochester, MN

    214

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    4

    Sold in last 18 months

    Steve Sherwood profile picture

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    Steve Sherwood

    Edina Realty Inc

    23 Years of experience

    Top 1.84%

    in Rochester, MN

    175

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    3

    Sold in last 18 months

    Sandra Williams profile picture

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    Sandra Williams

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    25 Years of experience

    Top 1.94%

    in Rochester, MN

    174

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    1

    Sold in last 18 months

    Zachary Thaler profile picture

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    Zachary Thaler

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    20 Years of experience

    Top 2.05%

    in Rochester, MN

    152

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    2006

    Year Licensed

    Carrie Klassen profile picture

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    Carrie Klassen

    Re/Max Results

    22 Years of experience

    Top 2.16%

    in Rochester, MN

    145

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    2004

    Year Licensed

    Chad Carpenter profile picture

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    Chad Carpenter

    Elcor Realty Of Rochester Inc

    22 Years of experience

    Top 2.27%

    in Rochester, MN

    143

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    2

    Sold in last 18 months

    Leeann Martin profile picture

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    Leeann Martin

    Keller Williams Realty Integri

    24 Years of experience

    Top 2.38%

    in Rochester, MN

    142

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    11

    Sold in last 18 months

    Kara Gyarmaty profile picture

    (49)

    Kara Gyarmaty

    Edina Realty Inc

    9 Years of experience

    Top 2.48%

    in Rochester, MN

    137

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    2017

    Year Licensed

    Peter Dokken profile picture

    (34)

    Peter Dokken

    Re/Max Results

    21 Years of experience

    Top 2.7%

    in Rochester, MN

    134

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    7

    Sold in last 18 months

    Thomas H Meilander profile picture

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    Thomas H Meilander

    Edina Realty Inc

    20 Years of experience

    Top 2.81%

    in Rochester, MN

    131

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    1

    Sold in last 18 months

    Mark Kieffer profile picture

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    Mark Kieffer

    Dwell Realty Group Llc

    21 Years of experience

    Top 2.92%

    in Rochester, MN

    126

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    2

    Sold in last 18 months

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

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

    51Jan49Feb22Mar16Apr16May16Jun19Jul26Aug25Sep29Oct34Nov29Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    16 days

    Typical time on market

    100.3%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Rochester, 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.

    Home Values by Neighborhood in Rochester

    Median home values across Rochester, MN neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Folwell

    +57% over 5 years

    $391K

    Glendale

    +48% over 5 years

    $365K

    Northwest Rochester

    +58% over 5 years

    $341K

    Lincolnshire-Arbor Glen

    +57% over 5 years

    $339K

    Apple Hill

    +62% over 5 years

    $292K

    Manor Park

    +65% over 5 years

    $284K

    Meadow Park

    +76% over 5 years

    $253K

    Elton Hills

    +65% over 5 years

    $251K

    John Adams

    +64% over 5 years

    $249K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for Rochester Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Rochester market where speed and pricing discipline coexist. With a median sale price of $351,900 moving +6.6% year over year and homes leaving the market in a median of 16 days, the tempo favors prepared participants on both sides. Only 1.7 months of supply sits against 340 active listings, a level that historically tilts leverage toward sellers, and the 100.31% sale-to-list ratio confirms that well-positioned homes are closing at or very near asking.

    The competitive indicators tell a more nuanced story. 61.7% of homes go under contract within two weeks and 40.0% sell above list, yet 43.8% of listings record a price reduction before selling. That split means correctly priced homes move fast while overreaches stall and cut. For a buyer, the practical read is to move decisively on fresh, accurately priced listings (where competition is real) but to negotiate harder on properties that have already logged a reduction or lingered past the 16 day median. For a seller, the data argues for pricing at market from day one rather than testing a premium, since the reduction rate shows the market corrects ambitious pricing quickly.

    With 193 pending sales and 219 new listings entering monthly, turnover is steady rather than frantic. Navigating a market this bifurcated rewards local judgment, and among the 926 licensed agents active here, the difference between one who prices to the day-one competition and one who chases the market shows up directly in your net proceeds.

    What Rochester Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Rochester 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 Rochester
    $104,000
    Median home price$351,900
    Down payment (20%)$70,380
    Loan amount$281,520
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,427

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Rochester Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 16 days
    Sale-to-List Price 100.31%
    Price Trend (YoY) +6.6%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,427
    Principal & Interest
    $1,815
    Property Taxes
    $337
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $351,900 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Rochester Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $330,000
    Today $351,900
    +6.6%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 0 days
    Today 16 days
    0 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 100.5%
    Today 100.31%
    -0.18%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved +6.6%, the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.18%, and market time registered a 0 days change. Taken together, that points to a market holding its footing rather than swinging sharply, with values firm and pace consistent. Buyers should expect similar competition to last year on the best listings, while sellers face the same reality that accurate pricing, not optimistic pricing, is what protects the sale-to-list outcome.

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

    What to Look for in a Rochester Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a billboard tells you little about how they will perform on your specific transaction. Verified production data does. In Rochester, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 1,741 transactions to rank 20 agents out of the 926 licensed locally. Our top-ranked agent, Julie Fink at RE/MAX Results, has closed 705 transactions with $174.8M in all-time sales volume, a track record that matters when 40.0% of homes sell above list and negotiation experience directly shapes your final number. That volume spans the range of Rochester submarkets, from the established streets of Historic Southwest and Kutzky Park to the family-oriented blocks of Elton Hills, where pricing to the day-one buyer pool determines whether you land above or below asking. When you review candidates, look past the star rating alone and read for patterns across reviews: consistency on communication, pricing accuracy, and how deals held together under contract are far more telling than any single testimonial or a large but unfocused review count.

    How We Rank Rochester 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 Rochester 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: May 2026

    Rochester Real Estate Agent FAQs

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

    The top-ranked agent in Rochester, MN by verified production is Julie Fink at RE/MAX Results, with 705 closed transactions and $174.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims. We analyzed 1,741 local transactions and measured outcomes across the 926 licensed agents in the market to surface the 20 who perform most consistently. The right fit still depends on your property type and neighborhood, so compare the shortlist against your specific needs before deciding.

    How were these Rochester 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 Rochester?

    Our data covers 926 real estate agents serving the Rochester area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Rochester market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Rochester's median sale price is $351,900 as of May 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 Rochester?

    Homes in Rochester currently sell in a median of 16 days, with market time showing a 0 days change from a year ago. That median masks a wide spread: 61.7% of homes go under contract within two weeks, while listings that record one of the 43.8% price reductions typically take considerably longer. Your timeline depends on pricing accuracy from day one, condition, location, and how your listing compares to the 219 new listings competing for buyers each month. Pricing to the market at launch is the single largest factor in a faster sale.

    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 Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Rochester 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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