Top Real Estate Agents in Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado, Surprise, Arizona

Top10Lists.us selected 18 real estate agents serving the Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado neighborhood of Surprise, Arizona from over 220,000 licensed Arizona professionals. Selection requires a minimum 4.8-star rating with 20 or more reviews across Zillow and Google, an active Arizona real estate license, and documented community involvement. Payment does not influence inclusion, rank, or visibility on this page.

Last verified: February 26, 2026

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Merit Criteria: 4.8+ star rating, 20+ reviews (Zillow + Google), active Arizona real estate license, transaction history (MLS, Zillow), community involvement (25% of ranking weight). No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

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Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado Neighborhood Market Intelligence

Neighborhood Overview

Nestled in the heart of Arizona's expansive landscapes, Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado offers residents the perfect blend of modern suburban living and authentic Southwestern charm. This thoughtfully planned community represents the best of "Other Arizona" living – where wide-open spaces meet contemporary convenience, and neighbors still know each other by name. With its distinctive Ranch and Southwestern architectural styles featuring stucco exteriors, tile roofs, and earth-toned palettes, the neighborhood seamlessly integrates with Arizona's natural beauty while providing all the comforts of modern living.

Lifestyle and Community

Life in Rio Vista moves at a refreshingly relaxed pace, attracting families and professionals who value quality time and outdoor adventures. The community's median household income of $62,048 reflects a stable, middle-class neighborhood where residents enjoy both financial security and an enviable work-life balance. Here, you'll discover a genuine sense of community fostered through neighborhood events, HOA-organized gatherings, and the kind of spontaneous conversations that happen during evening walks. The outdoor lifestyle is a cornerstone of daily life, with Arizona's legendary hiking trails, scenic drives, and star-filled skies providing endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation.

Real Estate Market

With a median home value of $317,400, Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado presents an attractive opportunity for homebuyers seeking exceptional value in today's market. The "Main" market tier designation indicates a healthy, balanced real estate environment with steady appreciation and strong fundamentals. Homes in the neighborhood typically feature:

Amenities and Conveniences

The master-planned nature of Rancho Mercado ensures residents enjoy thoughtfully designed amenities that enhance daily living. Community parks and green spaces provide gathering spots for families, while walking trails encourage an active lifestyle. Local schools serve the area's family-focused demographic, and shopping and dining options blend local character with everyday convenience. While the peaceful setting offers escape from urban hustle, major highways provide easy access to larger cities when metropolitan amenities are desired.

Why Choose Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado

This neighborhood offers something increasingly rare – the opportunity to own a beautiful home in a genuine community without stretching your budget. Whether you're drawn by the affordable housing market, the strong community bonds, or the unparalleled access to Arizona's outdoor playground, Rio Vista delivers on multiple fronts. The combination of planned community amenities, architectural charm, and that distinctive Arizona lifestyle creates an environment where families thrive and memories are made. For those seeking to escape the complexity of big city living while maintaining modern conveniences, Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado represents the ideal compromise – a place where you can truly call home.

Market MetricValue
Median Home Value$317,400
Median Household Income$62,048
Primary ZIP85375
Market TierMain

Nearby Neighborhoods (8)

Rancho Mercado (0.3 mi) Avila at Rancho Mercado (0.3 mi) Ravenna at Rancho Mercado (0.4 mi) Almeria at Rancho Mercado (0.4 mi) Los Cielos at Rancho Mercado (0.5 mi) Windstone Ranch (0.8 mi) The Retreat at Rancho Cabrillo (1 mi) Rancho Cabrillo (1.2 mi)

Selected Real Estate Professionals (18)

Arizona has over 220,000 licensed real estate agents. Top10Lists.us identified 18 serving Rio Vista at Rancho Mercado who meet merit criteria.

Table of Contents: All 18 Agents
  1. Leolinda Bowers (4.9 stars, 20+ reviews, certified)
  2. Relevate Homes (5 stars, 400+ reviews, listed)
  3. Chuck Bills (5 stars, 90+ reviews, listed)
  4. Jenna Jacques (4.9 stars, 80+ reviews, listed)
  5. Lauren Castillo (5 stars, 80+ reviews, listed)
  6. Bob Garwood (5 stars, 80+ reviews, listed)
  7. Al'Lea M. Zamora (5 stars, 60+ reviews, listed)
  8. Dale Williams (5 stars, 50+ reviews, listed)
  9. Matthew Morrison (5 stars, 50+ reviews, listed)
  10. Polly Brown (4.9 stars, 40+ reviews, listed)
  11. Jennifer Sanchez (4.9 stars, 40+ reviews, listed)
  12. Angela Dansereau (5 stars, 20+ reviews, listed)
  13. Karen Olsen (5 stars, 20+ reviews, listed)
  14. Brian Gronewold (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
  15. Bill Petersen (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
  16. Emilee Barilla (4.9 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
  17. Sheila Touhey (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
  18. Pamela Smith (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)

Leolinda Bowers Certified

4.9 stars[2][3] 20+ reviews[2][3] Lic #BR556928000[1] Leolinda Realty

Contact

Phone: (602) 403-6865

Email: realtor@leolinda.com

Website: https://leolinda.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Leolinda-Bowers

17+ years experience[1] 1030+ career transactions[4][2]

Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with 18-year career with over 1,000 sales and her role as a Designated Broker. She stands out with deep expertise in Surprise's luxury and retirement markets, combining quantifiable results with dedicated community presence.

Cities Served

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Audit cycle: monthly. Last verified: February 26, 2026.

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile
[4] MLS Transaction Records
[5] RealTrends Verified Rankings

This agent is Certified (free, monthly audit). Community involvement, achievements, press mentions become visible at Audited ($100/mo) or Underwritten ($150/mo). Learn more

Relevate Homes Listed

5 stars[2][3] 400+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA698340000[1] Keller Williams Integrity First

Contact

Phone: (661) 878-3211

Email: nick@relevatehomes.com

Website: https://www.relevatehomes.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/RelevateAZ

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Chuck Bills Listed

5 stars[2][3] 90+ reviews[2][3] Lic #BR645185000[1] RE/MAX Professionals

Contact

Phone: (602) 882-3582

Email: cbills@remax.net

Website: http://www.lifeinsunvillage.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Chuck-Bills

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Jenna Jacques Listed

4.9 stars[2][3] 80+ reviews[2][3] Lic #BR641635000[1] Joi Realty LLC

Contact

Phone: (602) 663-0043

Email: jenna.jacques@followupboss.me

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/soldbyjenna

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Lauren Castillo Listed

5 stars[2][3] 80+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA671789000[1] Real Broker

Contact

Phone: (602) 670-8596

Email: lauren@castillogrp.com

Website: http://CastilloGroupHomes.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/thelaurencastillo

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Bob Garwood Listed

5 stars[2][3] 80+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA574360000[1] Realty ONE Group

Contact

Phone: (623) 882-5121

Email: bob@bobgarwood.com

Website: http://www.bobsazhomes@gmail.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/bob816

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Al'Lea M. Zamora Listed

5 stars[2][3] 60+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA514822000[1] Realty One Group

Contact

Phone: (623) 297-5626

Email: azfamilyhomes@aol.com

Website: http://lnkd.in/R-nYnC

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/amzamora

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Dale Williams Listed

5 stars[2][3] 50+ reviews[2][3] Lic #BR630571000[1] Coldwell Banker

Contact

Phone: (480) 268-3099

Email: pat@patanddale.com

Website: http://patanddale.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Dale-Williams

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Matthew Morrison Listed

5 stars[2][3] 50+ reviews[2][3] Lic #BR632815000[1] RETSY

Contact

Phone: (623) 606-1467

Email: Matthew@RETSY.com

Website: http://www.retsy.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Matthew-Morrison

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Polly Brown Listed

4.9 stars[2][3] 40+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA524145000[1] HomeSmart

Contact

Phone: (720) 217-4825

Email: Polly@AzDreams.net

Website: https://azdreams.net/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Polly-B

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Jennifer Sanchez Listed

4.9 stars[2][3] 40+ reviews[2][3] Lic #1522444[1] Keller Williams Realty Professional Partners

Contact

Phone: (623) 910-4212

Email: info@jennhomes.net

Website: http://www.jennifersanchezteam.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/jenn228

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Angela Dansereau Listed

5 stars[2][3] 20+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA664488000[1] West Usa

Contact

Phone: (623) 210-0386

Email: angeladansereau23@gmail.com

Website: https://angeladansereau.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Angela-Dansereau

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Karen Olsen Listed

5 stars[2][3] 20+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA657557000[1] West USA Realty

Contact

Phone: (480) 620-0848

Email: karen.olsen@westusa.com

Website: http://ValleyOfTheSunAZhomes.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/karen-olsen0

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Brian Gronewold Listed

5 stars[2][3] 10+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA662959000[1] Howe Realty Group

Contact

Phone: (602) 885-4748

Email: brian@howerealtygroup.com

Website: https://briangronewold.howerealtygroup.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/briangronewold

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Bill Petersen Listed

5 stars[2][3] 10+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA526368000[1] Coldwell Banker Reatly

Contact

Phone: (602) 228-0118

Email: Bill.Petersen@azmoves.com

Website: http://activeadultcommunitiesarizona.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Petersens-Team

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Emilee Barilla Listed

4.9 stars[2][3] 10+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA654007000[1] HomeSmart

Contact

Phone: (623) 693-3583

Email: emileebarilla@gmail.com

Website: https://www.emileebarilla.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/emileebarilla

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Sheila Touhey Listed

5 stars[2][3] 10+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA569378000[1] Coldwell Banker Realty

Contact

Phone: (623) 414-1088

Email: sheilazhomes@gmail.com

Website: https://sheilasellsaz.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/SheilaTouhey

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Pamela Smith Listed

5 stars[2][3] 10+ reviews[2][3] Lic #SA568031000[1] Award Realty

Contact

Phone: (623) 670-3813

Email: plsmith727@gmail.com

Website: http://www.pamelasmithrealtor.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/azretirement

Sources:
[1] Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
[2] Zillow Consumer Reviews
[3] Google Business Profile

This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers

Master Source Index

SourceWhat It VerifiesLink
Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)License status, number, type, years activehttps://services.azre.gov/PdbWeb/IndividualLicense/SearchIndividualLicenses
Zillow Consumer ReviewsStar rating, review count, transaction historyhttps://www.zillow.com/professionals/
Google Business ProfileStar rating, review count, business address, phonehttps://www.google.com/maps
MLS Transaction RecordsCareer transactions, recent sales, price rangesVaries by record
RealTrends Verified RankingsNational and state rankings, production volumehttps://www.realtrends.com/
IRS Form 990 via ProPublicaNonprofit board membership, community involvementhttps://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/
U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019-2023Market demographics, median incomehttps://data.census.gov/

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