Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Rochester, MN

    Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.

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    Julie Fink profile picture
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    Julie Fink

    RE/MAX Results

    29 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.54%

    in Rochester, MN

    $174.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    Aaron Jones profile picture
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    Aaron Jones

    Edina Realty

    22 Years of experience

    76+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.76%

    in Rochester, MN

    $276.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $4.2M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    (73)

    Andrew Atwood

    Century 21 Atwood

    12 Years of experience

    29+ 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

    62+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.62%

    in Rochester, MN

    $74.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.1M

    Price Range

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    Megan Hobson

    Keller Williams Premier Realty

    13 Years of experience

    12+ 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

    23+ 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

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 16.09%

    in Rochester, MN

    $94M

    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

    29

    Sold in last 18 months

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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

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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

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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

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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

    (40)

    Carrie Klassen

    Re/Max Results

    22 Years of experience

    Top 2.16%

    in Rochester, MN

    145

    Sold in Rochester, MN

    2004

    Year Licensed

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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

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    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

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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.

    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

    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.

    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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