Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lincoln, NE

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

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    Derek Kats profile picture
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    Derek Kats

    Keller Williams Heartland

    16 Years of experience

    263+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.04%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $352.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.2M

    Price Range

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    Tim Bayne

    Nebraska Realty

    14 Years of experience

    106+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.09%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $281M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Joanne Mccoy

    Woods Bros Realty

    25 Years of experience

    53+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.13%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $228.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $2.1M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Nathan Lamp

    Keller Williams

    19 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.18%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $159.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Wade Bartels

    Simplicity Real Estate

    8 Years of experience

    153+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.35%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $538M

    All-Time Sales

    $890K - $235M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Kristen Reimers

    RE/MAX Concepts

    13 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.4%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $86.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Shontelle Gillespie

    RE/MAX Concepts

    13 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.44%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $90.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $700K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Demari Monico

    RE/MAX Concepts

    19 Years of experience

    8+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.48%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $83.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Mark Meierdierks

    Nebraska Realty

    11 Years of experience

    68+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.53%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $107.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $950K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Gregory Bard

    Keller Williams Lincoln

    20 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.61%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $57.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    15%

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    Carolina Ngoh

    Pinnacle Realty Group

    9 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.32%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $20.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $120K - $400K

    Price Range

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    MATT GARNER

    Pinnacle Realty Group

    13 Years of experience

    49+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.4%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $38.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Don & Jayne Kracke

    Kracke Real Estate/Keller Williams

    33 Years of experience

    9+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.62%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $105.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $130K - $2M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Bill Black CRB, CRS, MRP

    NP Dodge

    43 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.72%

    in Lincoln, NE

    $108.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    4%

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

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    37Jan47Feb31Mar21Apr18May15Jun18Jul20Aug23Sep22Oct28Nov32Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    21 days

    Typical time on market

    100.5%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lincoln, 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.

    Home Values by Neighborhood in Lincoln

    Median home values across Lincoln, NE neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Capitol Beach

    +46% over 5 years

    $446K

    Crown Pointe

    +37% over 5 years

    $366K

    Family Acres

    +39% over 5 years

    $361K

    Southern Hills

    +52% over 5 years

    $313K

    Porter Ridge

    +49% over 5 years

    $308K

    Downtown

    +47% over 5 years

    $293K

    Country Club

    +53% over 5 years

    $292K

    Taylor Park

    +49% over 5 years

    $278K

    Colonial Hills

    +51% over 5 years

    $276K

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

    How We Rank Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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

    Lincoln Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Lincoln 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 Lincoln?

    Our data covers 2,278 real estate agents serving the Lincoln area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lincoln market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

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

    Lincoln's median sale price is $318,000 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 Lincoln 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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