Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Independence, MO

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

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    Michael Hern profile picture
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    (93)

    Michael Hern

    Keller Williams Platinum Partners

    25 Years of experience

    207+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.32%

    in Independence, MO

    $4.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $0K - $290K

    Price Range

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    Chet Meierarend

    RE/MAX

    39 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.43%

    in Independence, MO

    $1M

    All-Time Sales

    $0K - $220K

    Price Range

    Shane Stevens profile picture
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    Shane Stevens

    RE/MAX Heritage

    12 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.53%

    in Independence, MO

    $33.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $50K - $690K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Debbie Wyrick

    Realty Executives of Kansas City

    36 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.75%

    in Independence, MO

    $44.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $40K - $400K

    Price Range

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    Tammy Lorance

    Chartwell Realty

    25 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.85%

    in Independence, MO

    $770K

    All-Time Sales

    $0K - $210K

    Price Range

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    Kimberly Killian

    Realty Platinum Professionals, Inc.

    31 Years of experience

    62+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.96%

    in Independence, MO

    $28.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $370K

    Price Range

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    Carie Averill

    RE/MAX Heritage

    23 Years of experience

    53+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.07%

    in Independence, MO

    $44.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $80K - $1.3M

    Price Range

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    Jim Godwin

    Executive Asset Group

    20 Years of experience

    71+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.17%

    in Independence, MO

    $10.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $340K

    Price Range

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    Jessica Fulk

    KC Keller Williams North

    6 Years of experience

    33+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.17%

    in Independence, MO

    5

    Sold in Independence, MO

    106

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Bridget Benedick

    Keller Williams KC North | MoJo Real Estate Team

    7 Years of experience

    24+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.49%

    in Independence, MO

    $13.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $10K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Danielle Beyer

    Keller Williams Kansas City North

    22 Years of experience

    358+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.92%

    in Independence, MO

    $227.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $70K - $860K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Sheena Conner

    RE/MAX Heritage

    8 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.03%

    in Independence, MO

    $6.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $30K - $310K

    Price Range

    6%

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    Aaron Floyd

    Keller Williams Kansas City North

    12 Years of experience

    71+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.13%

    in Independence, MO

    $21.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $30K - $390K

    Price Range

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    Tina Roe

    RE/MAX Heritage

    15 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.24%

    in Independence, MO

    $12.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $610K

    Price Range

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    Kevin Jamieson

    eXp Realty

    19 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.45%

    in Independence, MO

    39

    Sold in Independence, MO

    235

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Pamela Heman

    Chartwell Realty

    14 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.77%

    in Independence, MO

    $540K

    All-Time Sales

    $0K - $280K

    Price Range

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    Trevor Lorance

    Chartwell Realty

    12 Years of experience

    63+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.88%

    in Independence, MO

    $300K

    All-Time Sales

    $667 - $170K

    Price Range

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    Brent Sledd

    Weichert Realtors, Welch & Co.

    44 Years of experience

    114+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.62%

    in Independence, MO

    $13.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $10K - $870K

    Price Range

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    Jane Bollin

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate

    29 Years of experience

    3+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.73%

    in Independence, MO

    $2.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $10K - $460K

    Price Range

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    Edie Waters

    Edie Waters Network, Keller Williams KC North

    31 Years of experience

    31+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.84%

    in Independence, MO

    $3.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $0K - $440K

    Price Range

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    Terry Burks

    Veterans Realty

    9 Years of experience

    30+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.37%

    in Independence, MO

    $24M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $590K

    Price Range

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    Kelli Chabot

    Keller Williams KC North

    20 Years of experience

    48+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.58%

    in Independence, MO

    $6.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $10K - $760K

    Price Range

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    Mark Gipple

    eXp Realty, LLC

    19 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.58%

    in Independence, MO

    $69.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $780K

    Price Range

    25%

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    Amber Rothermel

    Keller Williams Kansas City North, LLC

    17 Years of experience

    144+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.01%

    in Independence, MO

    $720K

    All-Time Sales

    $396 - $360K

    Price Range

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    Sandy Paxton

    Keller Williams Southland

    25 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.22%

    in Independence, MO

    $0K

    All-Time Sales

    $3 - $0K

    Price Range

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

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Independence sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around April.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

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    May

    Best month to sell

    18 days

    Typical time on market

    0%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Independence, MO 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 Independence

    Median home values across Independence, MO neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Rainbow

    +51% over 5 years

    $390K

    Highland Manor

    +37% over 5 years

    $269K

    Blackburn

    +61% over 5 years

    $241K

    Spring Branch

    +74% over 5 years

    $209K

    39th East

    +65% over 5 years

    $201K

    Blue Village

    +83% over 5 years

    $195K

    Bridger

    +68% over 5 years

    $195K

    Sycamore

    +78% over 5 years

    $184K

    Glendale

    +73% over 5 years

    $181K

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

    How We Rank Independence 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 Independence 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

    Independence Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Independence 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 Independence?

    Our data covers 938 real estate agents serving the Independence area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Independence market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Independence's median sale price is $230,000 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 Independence 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.

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