Sarah Marrinan
Your Trusted Twin Cities Advisor

I’m Sarah Marrinan — Your Trusted Twin Cities Real Estate Advisor serving Minneapolis, Lino Lakes, Hugo, & surrounding Minnesota communities. With nearly 20 years of experience helping buyers and sellers, I deliver exceptional results, clear communication, and peace of mind through every step of your real estate journey.

As a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS®), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI®) member, Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA®), Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE®), Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS®), and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS®), I combine expert training with local market insight to help you buy or sell homes with confidence.

Whether you’re buying your first home, upsizing, downsizing, relocating, or selling a luxury property, I focus on strategy, communication, and client education — so you get top market value fast with less stress. I’m known for being responsive, knowledgeable, and highly skilled in negotiation — guiding every client through a smooth, successful sale or purchase.

Let’s connect and make your real estate goals a reality. Search for homes, get a home value estimate, or start your listing with an agent committed to YOUR success.

SPECIALTIES

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Buyer Representation
First-Time Buyers to Luxury Homes

Seller Representation
Strategic Pricing + Negotiation

Market Analysis & Home Valuation

Twin Cities Neighborhood Expertise

Relocation & Investment Property Guidance

Virtual & In-Person Home Tours

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

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Certified Residential Specialist (CRS®)
The highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers, and brokers.
Out of more than 1 million REALTORS®, less than 3% are Certified Residential Specialists. Sarah Marrinan is a Certified Residential Specialist
 
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI®)
The mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation.
 
Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA®)
Sarah completed advanced training Pricing Strategies: Mastering the CMA that tackles CMA reports, appraiser coordination, and valuation strategy
 
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE®)
Next level professional training. REALTORS® with the GRI designation have in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process.
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS®)
A premier mark of accomplishment for real estate professionals specializing in the upper-tier market. It requires completing specialized training and documenting sales performance in the top 10% of their local market.
 
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS®)
The premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal real estate agent performance. The designation is conferred by the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers (CRB) to real estate practitioners with advanced professional training essential to representing sellers.
 
Probate Certified

Divorce Certified
 
Smart Home Certified
 
AI Certified
 
Top 5 Advisor (2023 & 2024)
 
Past President — MN Residential Real Estate Council
 
 
 
 

What do those letters after a REALTOR's name mean?

CRS | Certified Residential Specialist 

The highest credential awarded to residential sales agents and brokers. Only the top 3% of REALTORS® globally hold this designation, representing the gold standard in transaction volume and advanced education.

GRI | Graduate, REALTOR® Institute

SRS | Seller Representative Specialist 

ABR® | Accredited Buyer's Representative 

RENE® | Real Estate Negotiation Expert

PSA® | Pricing Strategy Advisor

CLHMS® | Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist 

SRES® | Seniors Real Estate Specialist 

Smart Home & AI Certification 

FIND YOUR NEXT DREAM HOME