Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Kearney, NE
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
Find your Kearney agent
Tell us where you are and our algorithm matches you with up to three top agents for your home.
- Free
- About 2 minutes
- No obligation
Top Agent
Top 0.37%
in Kearney, NE
$78.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(3)
Theresa DeLaet
HOME Real Estate of Kearney LLC
22 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$33M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $410K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$8.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $590K
Price Range
30
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top AgentTop 5.19%
in Kearney, NE
$53.7M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $700K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.93%
in Kearney, NE
$378.2M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.3%
in Kearney, NE
$40M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $580K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
Jodi Hinds
Gateway Realty Inc of North Platte NE
13 Years of experience
81+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.78%
in Kearney, NE
$66.3M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $6M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$4.6M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $280K
Price Range
35
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top 0.74%
in Kearney, NE
146
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top 1.11%
in Kearney, NE
128
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top 1.48%
in Kearney, NE
96
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top 1.85%
in Kearney, NE
69
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top 2.22%
in Kearney, NE
68
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top 2.59%
in Kearney, NE
60
Sold in Kearney, NE
Top 2.96%
in Kearney, NE
59
Sold in Kearney, NE
Kearney Housing Market Trends
Homes in Kearney take a median 13 days to sell, go for 99.61% of asking, prices are up 11.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$354,266
median sale price
How fast they sell
13 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Kearney.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Kearney agents whose results fit it.
Kearney agents analyzed for these rankings
median sale price in Kearney
buyers and sellers matched by EffectiveAgents
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Kearney?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Kearney sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
July
Best month to sell
12 days
Typical time on market
99.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Kearney, NE 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 Kearney Buyers and Sellers
Kearney's housing market, detailed in the Housing Market Trends module above, currently shows a median sale price of $354,266 with values having moved +11.1% year over year. The clearest signal of where leverage sits comes from combining the competitive indicators. With only 1.7 months of supply and 49.5% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, inventory is thin relative to demand, which historically favors sellers. Homes are measured at a 13-day median time on market, reflecting a +2 days change in market time.
That said, the picture is more balanced than the tight supply alone suggests. Roughly 37.1% of homes sold above list price, while 26.8% of active listings carried a price reduction. The sale-to-list ratio sits at 99.61%, moving +0.38% year over year. For a buyer, the meaningful takeaway is that overpricing is common enough that patience on reduced listings can pay off, while well-priced homes still move quickly and may draw competition. Offering near list with clean terms is reasonable on properties already sitting.
For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing rather than aspirational numbers, since more than a quarter of listings eventually cut price. Accurate pricing at the $144.74 per square foot benchmark captures the fast-moving segment. With 40 homes sold monthly against 67 active listings and 126 new listings arriving, execution matters. Kearney has 270 licensed agents, and separating consistent performers from the rest is where the right representation changes outcomes.
What Kearney Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Kearney 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 | $354,266 |
| Down payment (20%) | $70,853 |
| Loan amount | $283,413 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,554 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $354,266 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Kearney MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Kearney Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar sign in the yard overlooks what actually predicts a good outcome: a documented record across many closings and consistent client feedback. EffectiveAgents ranks 14 agents in Kearney out of 270 licensed locally, drawn from 376 transactions analyzed. The top ranked agent, Matthew Meister at Coldwell Banker, has closed 356 transactions with $78.1M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters most in a market at a 99.61% sale-to-list ratio, where negotiating a fraction of a percent on a $354,266 home translates to real dollars, and where knowing which of the 68845, 68847, and 68849 zip codes are drawing multiple offers informs how aggressively to structure terms. A skilled negotiator reads whether a listing among the 26.8% carrying price cuts is genuinely overpriced or simply mismarketed. When comparing agents, look past raw transaction counts to the pattern in reviews: consistency across many reviews signals reliable service more than a single high rating.
How We Rank Kearney 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 Kearney 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.
270
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
Kearney Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Kearney, NE?
The highest ranked agent in Kearney, NE on EffectiveAgents is Matthew Meister at Coldwell Banker, with 356 closed transactions and $78.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, sales volume, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend, analyzing 376 local transactions to identify 14 standout performers among 270 licensed agents. The best agent for you depends on your price range and neighborhood, so compare several ranked professionals before deciding.
How were these Kearney 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 Kearney?
Our data covers 270 real estate agents serving the Kearney area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Kearney market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Kearney mean for sellers?
Kearney's median sale price is $354,266 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 Kearney?
Homes in Kearney currently sell in a median of 13 days, reflecting a +2 days change from last year's 11-day median. With 49.5% of homes leaving the market within two weeks and just 1.7 months of supply, well-priced properties move quickly. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location among zip codes 68845, 68847, and 68849. Overpriced listings often join the 26.8% that eventually reduce price, extending the process considerably, which is why realistic pricing from the start shortens time to close.
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 Kearney 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 Kearney 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 Kearney 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 Kearney realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Kearney 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.
Top Realtors by Zip Code in Kearney, NE
Nearby Cities
Learn more about top real estate agents in other cities near Kearney, NE
Free Real Estate Calculators
Planning a move in Kearney? Run the numbers first.
In Kearney