Bates County is home to 207 active real estate agents and 95 active real estate offices. There are 5 agents known for being pricing experts.
Over the past 12 months there have been 184 active and sold properties, with 6 reviews in total. This is a 2% decrease compared to the previous 12 months.
Working with Bret and his team was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. I've worked with Bret and team before, so we returned to a team I'd had good experiences with before. This time, we were a bit challenging as our vision of what we wanted and what we could afford differed. Their communication was clear, timely, and always thoughtful. Whether it was scheduling showings around our busy calendars, explaining the nuances of property values and utilities, or guiding us through the negotiation process, Bret and his team ensured we felt informed and confident every step of the way. They didn't just help us buy a house—they helped us make an investment and find a place that feels like home. We appreciate their professionalism and dedication, which made a long and challenging decision-making process a success, resulting in a piece of property that we absolutely love. We wholeheartedly recommend Bret and team to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and personable real estate expert. They exceeded our expectations in every way.
Kat is a top notch agent in every way! She impressed us from day one with her knowledge of how the entire process works and all the different avenues she had at her disposal to showcase our property!! She was very professional, yet very kind. She took the time to explain everything and she knows her stuff!! She was very aware of what the market was doung and she knows how to help you in that area. She was great at communicating with us all throughout the process. She would actually answer her phone and she kept us updated. She told us about all offers and she wrote a contract or offer right back, really fast. I really couldn't believe how quickly and thoroughly she did her work.She even worked past 7 or 8 pm when needed and she was available 7 days a week!! Incredible!!! I am from California and she works more like the agents there, because most of them have to be at the top of their game because the competition is fierce!! She also has great work ethic. That will be obvious with your first interaction with her. She truly is a gift to anyone who chooses to use her as their agent. She was one of three agents we considered and after talking with her, we were sold. She took the time to listen to our concerns and desires and formulated the perfect plan to meet our goals! Our property sold fast and her expertise is what really made the difference. If you want a winning team, add her to your sale or purchasel and you will be beyond satisfied. I am telling everyone I know who wants to buy or sale a house or land to give her a call!! I will never stop singing her praises brcause she is 'that' good!!!
94% of sellers reported being happy with their sale price in the last 12 months.
Median sale prices for houses is up 51% YoY making it a great time to consult local agents about selling.
5 agents have earned the Price Expert badge - reflecting their ability to achieve a price that meets or exceeds their clients expectations.
Price and performance data by property type for Bates County.
The median sale price for single-family properties in Bates County is $229.9k, up 49% over the last 12 months. The number of single-family properties sold has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.
Bates County stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.
This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 3 reviews in Bates County over the last 12 months.
Over the 12 months Keller Williams Southland have sold 47 properties, which accounts for 14% of the property sales in Bates County. This is followed by Glory Realty with 40 property sales (12%) and ReeceNichols - Lees Summit at 27 property sales (8%).

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