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# Top Real Estate Agents in Ames, Iowa

> Find top real estate agents in Ames, Iowa. Median home price: $265K. Connect with the best local agents today.

**Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Iowa

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 Hunziker and Associates
- **Brokerage:** Hunziker & Associates, REALTORS
- **Total Sales:** 4216
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 75
- **Listings:** 30

### #2 Collin Fett
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
- **Total Sales:** 512
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 11
- **Listings:** 0

### #3 Traci Jennings
- **Brokerage:** ReMax Real Estate Center
- **Total Sales:** 2227
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 27
- **Listings:** 41

### #4 Jim Horstman
- **Brokerage:** Hunziker & Associates, Realtors
- **Total Sales:** 481
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 13
- **Listings:** 0

### #5 Nancy Marion
- **Brokerage:** Re/Max Real Estate Concepts
- **Total Sales:** 741
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 31
- **Listings:** 3

### #6 Ben Engelman
- **Brokerage:** Friedrich Iowa Realty 
- **Total Sales:** 601
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 11
- **Listings:** 12

### #7 Gale and Ryan Gehling
- **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Ames
- **Total Sales:** 742
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 24
- **Listings:** 5

### #8 Lloyd Flanders
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Real Estate Center
- **Total Sales:** 785
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 19
- **Listings:** 4

### #9 Jared Van Cleave
- **Brokerage:** CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 1037
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 20
- **Listings:** 6

### #10 Misty Metschke
- **Brokerage:** Hunziker & Associates, REALTORS
- **Total Sales:** 404
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 12
- **Listings:** 2

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Ames Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Ames, Iowa?

The median home price in Ames is $265,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting.

### How long does it take to sell a home in Ames?

Homes in Ames spend an average of 36 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer.

### How do I find the best real estate agent in Ames, Iowa?

Look for agents with documented sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Ames's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Ames based on documented sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold.

### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Ames?

In Iowa, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Ames will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions).

### How much does a real estate agent cost in Ames?

In Iowa, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing.

### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Ames?

Ask about their recent sales in Ames specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these.

### How does Iowa State University shape the Ames real estate market?

Iowa State University, with roughly 30,000 students and 6,000 employees, is the engine of the Ames economy and the primary driver of housing demand. Student rental properties near campus and Greek Row generate reliable investor income, while faculty and staff relocation creates a steady stream of purchase-oriented buyers.

### What neighborhoods in Ames are most desirable for owner-occupants versus investors?

Somerset and Stone Brooke subdivisions in the southwest attract families seeking newer construction and excellent Ames Community School District access. The ISU Research Park corridor and campustown area draw investor buyers targeting student rentals and young professional tenants.

### Is Ames a good market for real estate investors?

Ames consistently ranks among Iowa's strongest investor markets, with student rental properties near campus achieving occupancy rates above 95% during the academic year. Single-family homes converted to multi-tenant configurations in neighborhoods like Campustown and North Ames can achieve cash-on-cash returns well above state averages.

### What makes Ames prices relatively stable compared to other Iowa cities?

The university's year-round economic activity — including research grants, athletics, and continuing education — creates a more recession-resistant base than commodity-dependent Iowa markets. Even during agricultural downturns, Ames home values have tended to hold or appreciate modestly due to consistent university-driven demand.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/ia/ames*