Here's what you can expect when working with the top 3% of the 337 active real estate agents in East Lansing, MI: the top East Lansing real estate agents can sell your home 41.82 days faster than the local average, save up to $44,080 on a home purchase, and make $3,588 more on a home sale when compared to the average agent.
Top East Lansing REALTOR® Rankings
Top Agents List updated on April 1st, 2024
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Jeff Glover is a House Sold Name. Born and raised in Southeast Michigan, he understands the area and knows how to get top dollar for his clients. When working with Jeff you can expect him and his team to negotiate you top dollar for your property. Their negotiation skills guide every buyer and seller through Real Es...
Jeff Glover's reviews
"The selling process was especially smooth. Closing was scheduled quickly and went well...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
1,272
Average Price Point
$270K
Years of Experience
21
The Perna Team has sold over 946 homes in the past 12 months at a total of $252 million. We have a proven track record of getting results while providing an exceptional client experience. The Perna Team has Five offices throughout Southeastern Michigan to make sure out clients get connect with the best local special...
Michael Perna's reviews
"Michael Perna and his entire team were a pleasure to work with! I was a first time home buyer, but he did an amazing job explaining all of the ins and outs during the entire purchase process, making it much less stressful than I had anticipated. I would definitely recommend Michael Perna and The Perna Team for any a..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
424
Average Price Point
$290K
Years of Experience
22
Thank you for visiting! I have been a REALTOR since 2005 serving Jackson County and surrounding areas. My Team is amazing and we all work together to give you the Best Experience in Buying or Selling your Home! You need attention to detail, constant communication and someone to help you navigate the process with y...
Heather Herndon's reviews
"Heather and her team we very dedicated to marketing and showing our home. She was in close contact during all portions of the sale process. She was honest and straight forward with all of the hurdles we experienced during the sale. She provided useful information on preparing the house for showing and disposing o..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
126
Average Price Point
$200K
Years of Experience
19
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Kathy is a long time area resident, has been a REALTOR® for over 29 years, and knows the Greater Lansing market well. Kathy is an Associate Broker with Home Seekers, one of the area’s top producing teams serving the real estate needs of all buyers and sellers including first time buyers, move-up buyers, luxury home ...
Kathy Birchen's reviews
"Very professional. Very high quality listing. Handled negotiations very well...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
124
Average Price Point
$270K
Years of Experience
31
Arterra
I have been in Real Estate since 1995 and I have experience in Foreclosures, Single Family Homes, Multi Family Homes, Commercial Properties, Residential and Commercial Leases as well as Land Contracts, New Construction and Short Sales. Buying or selling a home is a life-changing event. It can be a rewarding and e...
Home Transactions
114
Average Price Point
$310K
Years of Experience
23
Thank you for taking the time to learn a little about me and giving me the opportunity to serve you. My name is John Cotter and I work with Keller Williams Realty. I run a lean, "well-oiled" team of 5 under the name Cotter Collective. I've been licensed in the state of Michigan since 2005. I come from a real estat...
John Cotter's reviews
"John listened to me, which lead him to find the answers I needed,. He used his wealth of knowledge and great connections to help me secure a home. If you are buying or selling, he is the right person to be there for you at this important time in.your life...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
112
Average Price Point
$390K
Years of Experience
19
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Heather Driscoll is a highly respected Broker/Realtor in the Greater Lansing area, residing there with her family for more than 25 years. Heather attended Michigan State University, graduating with a degree in Interior Design. This program fueled her interest in housing, construction and the real estate industry o...
Home Transactions
87
Average Price Point
$270K
Years of Experience
13
Scot is the owner and broker of 616 Realty LLC in Grand Rapids, Michigan and has been in the real estate business for 15 years. Scot has completed transactions in several areas including Wyoming, Grand Rapids, Kentwood, Forest Hills, Cutlerville and Grandville. HomeLight ranks Scot as one of the top 3% of agents in ...
Scot Kellogg's reviews
"Scot was great to work with. He did an excellent job selling our house, as well as helping us to find our new one. Great guy who is very attentive and works hard to get you what you want...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
74
Average Price Point
$270K
Years of Experience
23
RE/MAX RE Professionals Okemos
Troy's primary focus is on relationships and not numbers. He strongly advocates for his clients from start to close and his goal is to have the most stress free transaction possible. Some words his clients use to describe him are trustworthy, responsive, communicative and empathetic. Troy keeps in touch with his ...
Home Transactions
73
Average Price Point
$330K
Years of Experience
8
The Buffington Group offers cutting edge services to buyers and sellers moving into and out of the Greater Lansing area. The Buffington Group has over 30 years of combined experience helping area home sellers and home buyers purchase, sell, and finance their dream home. We have built our reputation on providing un...
Rob Buffington's reviews
"Excellent communication, easy to work with, helpful team, quick response to questions and concerns. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
72
Average Price Point
$240K
Years of Experience
20
How we select the best East Lansing agents
At HomeLight, our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying.
We've analyzed transaction data of local real estate agents and REALTORS® across 6 distinct metrics to recommend a few of East Lansing's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
337
Vetted
41
Top Picks
30
Top real estate agents stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.5x faster and for 368.6% more money.
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Client FAQs
What does a top real estate agent do?
Top real estate agents have more local expertise, prepare in-depth market analyses, and have industry connections that you can’t find by yourself. They know your neighborhood like the back of their hand and use their market knowledge to sell your home faster than the average agent and for money.
What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in East Lansing?
When you sell a house, your real estate agent becomes your business partner, financial advisor, and emotional support system. It’s crucial to partner with someone you trust, so make sure you’re looking for an agent who can answer all of your questions with confidence during the interview. During this process, you want to get to know the agent’s business and find out how well they know the area. You’re listening for things that signal experience, expertise in your community, and workload. Selling a home takes an enormous amount of work, so you need an agent who’s got a plan for prep, pricing, and marketing and who is ready to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in East Lansing?
Our data shows that the top 5% of listing agents sell homes for as much as (+9%) more than the average real estate agent. A great agent makes a difference when you buy a house, too: We’ve found that the top 5% of buyer's agents on average save their clients 2.5% more on their home purchase. So, whether you’re in the market to find your dream home or sell your house at a great price, the right agent matters. We encourage you to connect with a top real estate agent if you’re buying or selling a home in East Lansing, MI.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in East Lansing?
The best window to contact an agent to sell your home is anywhere from three to six months in advance of your list date. When you start the search for an agent several months before hitting the market, there’s plenty of time to find the best agent, make key renovations, and market your home effectively, all of which are essential steps in selling your home for a great price. You can also hire an agent based on the best time to sell in East Lansing to take advantage of seasonal and cyclical trends in the market.
The right time to hire a real estate agent depends on the temperature of the housing market. For example, the best time to sell in East Lansing is in May. And since it takes around 3 months to close on a home, you should list in February. We recommend that you hire a real estate agent as soon as you're thinking of selling your home. Generally speaking, that's anywhere from 3 to 6 months prior to your desired move date.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in East Lansing?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in East Lansing work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a East Lansing real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in East Lansing to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare East Lansing real estate agent and will only introduce you to the top performing agents. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. To give you the best object recommendations, we consider things like: how fast a real estate agent sells, how many properties they work on, how much money they save or earn their clients, and what cities and neighborhoods they specialize in. You can trust that we’ll match you with the right agents for your needs.