Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Watertown, WI
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 1.6%
in Watertown, WI
$177.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.5M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2%
in Watertown, WI
$231M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.2%
in Watertown, WI
$180.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.3M
Price Range
Top Agent$117.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(1455)
Jennifer Stauter
HomeTeam4u - Stark Company
28 Years of experience
846+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.6%
in Watertown, WI
$1.9B
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6%
in Watertown, WI
$100.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top Agent$172.1M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $12.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10%
in Watertown, WI
$123.6M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $2M
Price Range
Top Agent$41.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
16
Sold in Watertown, WI
Top Agent$374.8M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $3.5M
Price Range
13
Sold in Watertown, WI
Top AgentTop 12.8%
in Watertown, WI
$133.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$45.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $3.3M
Price Range
8
Sold in Watertown, WI
Top Agent(99)
Chris Slinker
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Metro Realty
19 Years of experience
172+ Sales in the last 12 months
$465.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$55M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.2%
in Watertown, WI
$103.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(77)
Josh Lamp
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices True Realty
22 Years of experience
182+ Sales in the last 12 months
$578M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(81)
Margaret Labus
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stark
22 Years of experience
94+ Sales in the last 12 months
$691.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $16.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kim Foelker
Fort Real Estate Company
26 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
$47.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.7M
Price Range
5
Sold in Watertown, WI
Top Agent$926.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$50.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.4M
Price Range
4
Sold in Watertown, WI
Top AgentTop 16.4%
in Watertown, WI
$118.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.4%
in Watertown, WI
$104.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $850K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$57.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1M
Price Range
4
Sold in Watertown, WI
Top Agent$332.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$63.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $750K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Watertown Housing Market Trends
Homes in Watertown take a median 38 days to sell, go for 102.48% of asking, prices are down 0.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$309,353
median sale price
How fast they sell
38 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Watertown.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Watertown agents whose results fit it.
Watertown agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 31 days, the Watertown market in 38
median sale price in Watertown
Do Top Watertown Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Watertown sell in a median of 31 days, compared with the Watertown market median of 38 days on market.
About 7 days faster (18% quicker than the Watertown market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Watertown agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Watertown market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Watertown?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Watertown 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)
May
Best month to sell
34 days
Typical time on market
101.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Watertown, WI 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 Watertown Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a market where sellers currently hold meaningful leverage. With a median sale price of $309,353 and prices moving -0.2% year over year, Watertown remains competitive across both the 53094 and 53098 zip codes. The clearest signal sits in the demand indicators: 56.7% of homes sold above asking, 43.8% went off the market within two weeks, and only 2.0 months of supply are available against 60 active listings. A sale-to-list ratio of 102.48% confirms that well-positioned homes are clearing at or above list.
For buyers, this combination means preparation matters more than patience. When more than half of properties sell above list and clear inventory quickly, offers padded with contingencies tend to lose. The counterweight is that 19.3% of listings recorded a price cut, which signals that overpriced homes still stall. Buyers who read each listing's history can find room to negotiate on properties that have lingered past the 38 median days on market.
For sellers, the data supports confident but disciplined pricing. The median time to a contract has shifted, reflecting a +3 days change in market time, so the fast-sale environment rewards accurate initial pricing rather than testing a high number and cutting later. With 76 new listings and 78 pending sales each month, absorption remains strong. Across 250 licensed agents working this market, the difference between a quick above-list sale and a stale listing often comes down to who sets the strategy, which is where comparing verified performance becomes valuable.
What Watertown Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Watertown 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 | $309,353 |
| Down payment (20%) | $61,871 |
| Loan amount | $247,482 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,248 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.18% mortgage rate (as of November 5, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $309,353 median home price with 20% down at 7.18% (as of November 5, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Watertown MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Watertown Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: measured results in your specific market. In Watertown, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 324 transactions to rank 51 agents from a pool of 250 licensed professionals. The top-ranked agent, Heidi Kabat at RE/MAX, has closed 633 transactions with $177.0M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans both the 53094 and 53098 zip codes. Negotiation skill is measurable here: with 56.7% of homes selling above list and a 102.48% sale-to-list ratio, an agent who consistently captures those outcomes protects real dollars for clients on both sides of a deal. Experienced agents also read the 19.3% of listings that required reductions and price accordingly from day one. When reviewing candidates, look past a single testimonial and study the pattern: Heidi Kabat's 139 reviews reflect sustained performance rather than a one-time result, which is the signal that tends to predict how an agent will handle your sale or purchase.
How We Rank Watertown 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 Watertown 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
Watertown Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Watertown, WI?
The highest-ranked agent in Watertown, WI by verified performance is Heidi Kabat at RE/MAX, with 633 closed transactions, 139 reviews, and $177.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies top agents by analyzing 324 local transactions and measuring outcomes like sale-to-list ratio and days on market rather than relying on advertising. From 250 licensed agents, 51 earned a ranking. The best fit depends on your property type and timeline, so comparing several ranked agents against your specific needs is the recommended approach.
How were these Watertown 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 Watertown?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Watertown area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Watertown market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Watertown mean for sellers?
Watertown's median sale price is $309,353 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 Watertown?
The median home in Watertown goes under contract in about 38 days, though the full timeline includes additional weeks for closing. Market time has seen a +3 days change year over year, so conditions are shifting. Speed depends heavily on pricing: 43.8% of homes leave the market within two weeks, while the 19.3% of listings that needed reductions typically sit longer. Condition, location within the 53094 and 53098 zip codes, and initial list price all influence how quickly a specific home sells.
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 Watertown 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 Watertown 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 Watertown 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 Watertown realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Watertown 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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