Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Des Moines, WA

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

    About 2 minutes · Free · No obligation

    Lindsey Gudger profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (2506)

    Lindsey Gudger

    Every Door Real Estate

    12 Years of experience

    1,147+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.4%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $4.8B

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $9.3M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Chris Gurnee profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (174)

    Chris Gurnee

    eXp Realty

    22 Years of experience

    165+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.61%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $851.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    George Graham profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (34)

    George Graham

    John L. Scott Real Estate

    28 Years of experience

    119+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.01%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $493.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $280K - $6.8M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Shelley Propernick profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (24)

    Shelley Propernick

    John L Scott

    26 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.42%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $147.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    Charlene Little profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (60)

    Charlene Little

    eXp Realty

    18 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 6.02%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $169.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $330K - $1.9M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Denise Christofferson profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (13)

    Denise Christofferson

    Keller Williams

    17 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.43%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $279M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Shawn Maxey profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (640)

    Shawn Maxey

    Terry Wise and Associates

    24 Years of experience

    193+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.84%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $1.28B

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Stephen Janho profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (119)

    Stephen Janho

    Windermere RE / West Campus Inc.

    15 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.24%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $314.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

    Mike Mansour profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (44)

    Mike Mansour

    John L Scott

    11 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.24%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $234.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $3.8M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Robert Carper profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (5)

    Robert Carper

    Berkshire Hathaway

    22 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.64%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $78.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    2%

    Negotiated Off List

    Kyle Lee profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (34)

    Kyle Lee

    KL International Group

    5 Years of experience

    16+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 10.84%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $35.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $480K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    Michael Kollar profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (1)

    Michael Kollar

    Windermere

    9 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.65%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $157.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $3.4M

    Price Range

    Mark Powers profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (24)

    Mark Powers

    RE/MAX Integrity

    25 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.65%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $83.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $4.7M

    Price Range

    Anne Curry profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (108)

    Anne Curry

    Better Properties N Proctor

    23 Years of experience

    62+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.65%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $270.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $320K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Christine Andreasen profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (140)

    Christine Andreasen

    eXp Realty

    30 Years of experience

    51+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 14.06%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $310.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $530K - $3.9M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

    Eric Anderson profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (70)

    Eric Anderson

    Instant Access Realty

    24 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 14.06%

    in Des Moines, WA

    $197.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

    Vera Brodsky profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (148)

    Vera Brodsky

    Coldwell Banker - Bain

    20 Years of experience

    83+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $767.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $550K - $4.1M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

    Aaron Morrow profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    (81)

    Aaron Morrow

    Keller Williams Realty Bellevue

    12 Years of experience

    26+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $120.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $440K - $4.2M

    Price Range

    221

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    Barbara Massenburg profile picture
    BadgeTop Agent

    Reviews not yet available

    Barbara Massenburg

    eXp Realty

    29 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $1.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $50K - $380K

    Price Range

    30

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Des Moines?

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

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    45Jan30Feb26Mar8Apr11May13Jun17Jul19Aug24Sep17Oct19Nov35Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    8 days

    Typical time on market

    101.2%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Des Moines, WA 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 Des Moines

    Median home values across Des Moines, WA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Redondo

    +78% over 5 years

    $631K

    North Hill

    +97% over 5 years

    $563K

    Woodmont

    +92% over 5 years

    $523K

    Zenith

    +102% over 5 years

    $501K

    Marina District

    +82% over 5 years

    $402K

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

    How We Rank Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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

    Des Moines Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Des Moines 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 Des Moines?

    Our data covers 249 real estate agents serving the Des Moines area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Des Moines market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Des Moines mean for sellers?

    Des Moines's median sale price is $588,000 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Des Moines 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 Neighborhood in Des Moines, WA

    Neighborhoods in Des Moines, WA

    Nearby Cities

    Learn more about top real estate agents in other cities near Des Moines, WA

    Free Real Estate Calculators

    Planning a move in Des Moines? Run the numbers first.

    hero background pic
    ea-icon
    Find A Realtor
    In Des Moines
    I'm a Seller
    I'm a Buyer