Bill Oakes

SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER

"As my client, you're like family - I will work for you from start to finish and beyond, with energy and integrity."

Having lived in Bemidji for over 30 years, I have an edge in knowing our local market trends and expertise in locations, value, property types, pricing, and negotiating.  I have built a reputation for friendly customer care and proven ability to guide buyers to the best match for their dream house and to assist sellers in getting the most value for their home.  

I seek to stay ahead of the game when it comes to market education, trends, and technology.  My Century 21 marketing tools provide maximum yet targeted exposure tailored to each property, including professional-quality camera and drone video and photography.  Electronic signing, online activity reports, and real-time showing feedback are a few of the tools sellers appreciate.  Buyers love instant, relevant communication through messaging/texting and personalized online searches.  I haven’t forgotten, though, the value of old-fashioned communication beginning with a hand shake and a visit.

I have been married to my amazing wife, Laurie, for 29 years and we have three grown children, all above average.  When not assisting clients, we can be found watching Vikings football (SKOL!) or enjoying the great Minnesota outdoors with family and friends, and our brilliant dog, Ally.  

"Bill Oakes is an AAA+++ agent and person!  Would highly recommend him to anyone seeking help in buying or selling a home!  You would be hard pressed to find a better person or agent in the Bemidji area.  Bill is honest, knows the market, communicates well and is a straight shooter." -Ron Lucken

Experience:
Full-time licensed agent since 2002
Production of $106,381,599 and 571 transactions since 2002

2007-Present: Quality Service Team Award
2015-Present: Team Centurion Award

2012-2014 Masters Team Award

Affiliations:
Team Curb & Oakes Real Estate Team (2-agent team)
National Association of Realtors
Minnesota Association of Realtors
Northwestern Minnesota Association of Realtors

Education:
Bachelor of Arts Oak Hills Christian College
Kaplan Real Estate License Education
Ongoing professional education and licensing
SRES Certification

Community:
30+ year Bemidji resident
Local church and community volunteer
Chairman Irvingboro Lake and Park Association
Past President Northwest Minnesota Association of Realtors

 

 

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Bemidji Regional Office

104 3rd Street NW,
Bemidji MN 56601

Service Areas

Whether you are looking for an agent to list your property for sale or an agent to use their skills to assist you in locating and purchasing a property, contact me.  I strive to be client-focused, professional, and effective in meeting my client’s goals.  Please notice the locations that I commonly serve in the locations area of this website.

 

Alvwood
Battle River
Birch
Cormant
Hornet
Nymore
Quiring
Summit
Alaska
Becida
Durand
Eckles
Guthrie
Lammers
Liberty
Maple Ridge
O'brien
Pinewood

Demographic Data | Bemidji, MN

Median Age: 30.2
Married: 26.4%
Households: 6,261

Overview

Population by Sex
50% Male
50% Female

Occupancy Types
532 Vacant
2,816 Owned
3,445 Rented

Employment

White/Blue Collar Jobs
78% White Collar
22% Blue Collar

Transportation to Work
84% Drive
1% Public Transportation
8% Walk/Bike/Other
7% Work from Home