Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Yelm, WA
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Top Agent
Top 0.76%
in Yelm, WA
$126.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.14%
in Yelm, WA
$125.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.3M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.52%
in Yelm, WA
$377.3M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$82.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.1M
Price Range
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Top AgentTop 3.03%
in Yelm, WA
$407.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.41%
in Yelm, WA
$1.52B
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.17%
in Yelm, WA
$574.9M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $24.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$397.2M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.44%
in Yelm, WA
$371.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.82%
in Yelm, WA
$199M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.33%
in Yelm, WA
$62.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $770K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.71%
in Yelm, WA
$72.3M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(2)
Phil Harlan
Keller Williams Realty South Sound
34 Years of experience
42+ Sales in the last 12 months
$311.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.3M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.85%
in Yelm, WA
$517.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $6.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.61%
in Yelm, WA
$99M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.7M
Price Range
Top Agent$155.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.5%
in Yelm, WA
$188.1M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $2.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.64%
in Yelm, WA
$559.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.39%
in Yelm, WA
$253.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.77%
in Yelm, WA
$909.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.15%
in Yelm, WA
$50.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 15.53%
in Yelm, WA
$28.5M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $730K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 16.29%
in Yelm, WA
$194.5M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$231.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$160.7M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $3.4M
Price Range
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Yelm Housing Market Trends
Homes in Yelm take a median 44 days to sell, go for 100.91% of asking, prices are up 0.8% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$519,203
median sale price
How fast they sell
44 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Yelm.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Yelm agents whose results fit it.
Yelm agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 20 days, the Yelm market in 44
median sale price in Yelm
Do Top Yelm Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Yelm sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the Yelm market median of 44 days on market.
About 24 days faster (55% quicker than the Yelm market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Yelm agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Yelm market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Yelm?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Yelm 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)
April
Best month to sell
14 days
Typical time on market
100.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Yelm, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Yelm Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Yelm running at a measured pace, and the competitive indicators help locate where leverage actually sits. With a median sale price of $519,203 and a sale-to-list ratio of 100.91%, homes are closing very close to asking, yet only 24.2% of sales cleared above list and nearly half of active listings (47.4%) have recorded a price cut. That combination signals a market where initial pricing is frequently optimistic and buyers who wait can often negotiate.
Months of supply stands at 3.7, with 81 active listings against 22 homes sold and 59 pending each month. That is balanced territory, neither a runaway seller's market nor a deep buyer's market. Median days on market of 44 and a +22 days change in market time year over year confirm that well-priced homes still move while overpriced ones sit. For buyers, the fact that only 15.1% of homes leave the market within two weeks means there is usually room to inspect, evaluate, and structure an offer without panic bidding.
For sellers, the message is disciplined pricing from day one. Homes that start too high join the 47.4% share cutting price and typically net less. At $246.7 per square foot, accurate comps matter more than aspiration. Prices moved +0.8% year over year, so leaning on last season's peak numbers is risky. With 250 licensed agents active in the area, choosing one who prices to the current data rather than the headline is where results are made.
What Yelm Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Yelm 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 | $519,203 |
| Down payment (20%) | $103,841 |
| Loan amount | $415,362 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $3,626 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.32% mortgage rate (as of October 22, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $519,203 median home price with 20% down at 7.32% (as of October 22, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Yelm MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Yelm Realtor
Name recognition and a big advertising budget tell you little about how an agent performs at the negotiating table. It is worth looking past billboards to verified transaction records and how consistently an agent prices, markets, and closes across the 241 deals analyzed annually in Yelm. In a balanced market where only 24.2% of homes sell above list and 47.4% see price cuts, negotiation discipline directly affects your final number. Our top-ranked local agent, Shannon Brent at John L. Scott, has closed 432 transactions with $122.6M in all-time sales volume, a depth of experience that matters when structuring offers or defending a list price near $246.7 per square foot across the 98597 area. Agents who track the 100.91% sale-to-list ratio and the 44 typical selling window tend to guide clients to stronger outcomes than those relying on instinct. Of the 250 licensed agents working here, 118 meet EffectiveAgents ranking criteria. When reviewing candidates, read for patterns across many reviews rather than a single glowing testimonial, since consistency over dozens of clients is the more reliable signal.
How We Rank Yelm 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 Yelm 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.
250
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: September 2026
Yelm Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Yelm, WA?
The top-ranked agent in Yelm, WA is Shannon Brent at John L. Scott, with 432 verified transactions, 77 client reviews, and $122.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using objective performance data, including closed transactions, sale-to-list outcomes, and review patterns, rather than advertising spend. Of the 250 licensed agents in the area, only 118 meet our ranking standards. The best fit depends on your property type and goals, so we recommend comparing several verified matches before deciding.
How were these Yelm 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 Yelm?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Yelm area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Yelm market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Yelm mean for sellers?
Yelm's median sale price is $519,203 as of September 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 Yelm?
Homes in Yelm currently take a median of 44 to sell, and that figure reflects a +22 days change from last year, so timelines have shifted from the recent past. With months of supply at 3.7, the pace is balanced rather than frantic. Actual time to sell depends heavily on pricing accuracy, since 47.4% of listings cut price before closing. Condition, staging, and marketing also matter. Homes priced to current comps near $519,203 typically sell faster, while overpriced listings sit and often require reductions.
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 Yelm 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 Yelm 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 Yelm 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 Yelm realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Yelm 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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