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8.0/ 10
Very good
Recommended without reservation
A steady, full-service Edina Realty solo agent with a perfect 5-star record and verified buyer-side experience in Plymouth.
Pros
- ✓Perfect 5.0 rating across 87 Zillow reviews
- ✓Direct, hands-on service as a solo agent -- no hand-off to a junior teammate
- ✓Comfortable across the full spectrum: foreclosures, short sales, first-time buyers, move-up sellers
- ✓Backed by Edina Realty's brand, marketing reach, and referral network
Cons
- ✗Solo practice -- availability can be tighter than a team's during busy stretches or if he's already under contract with other clients
- ✗Plymouth-specific sales volume (mid-80s transactions) is solid but well behind the market's highest-volume teams
- ✗No luxury or new-construction specialization -- best fit is standard resale, not high-end or builder deals
Agent overview
Gary Metchnek is an Edina Realty agent working the west metro from first-time buyers through move-up sellers, with a track record that includes a closed buyer-side transaction in Plymouth. He's built his reputation on responsiveness and follow-through rather than marketing spend.
Core specialties
First-Time Buyers
Listed skill set includes first-time home buyer representation, useful for Plymouth buyers navigating their first purchase in a competitive west-metro market.
Relocation & Move-Up
Handles relocation buyers and move-up sellers, including short sales and foreclosure-adjacent transactions when they arise.
Commission & fees
Not publicly listed; typically negotiable
Who this agent is for
First-time buyers who want a patient guide
Client feedback specifically calls him reliable and informed with buyers navigating their first purchase.
Sellers who value direct communication over a big marketing machine
As a solo agent, you deal with Gary directly start to finish, not a rotating team.
Not for
Not the right fit if you're chasing a luxury listing strategy or need a large team's bandwidth during a multi-offer summer market.
Verdict
A safe, well-reviewed choice for a straightforward Plymouth buy or sell, especially for first-time buyers -- just don't expect boutique luxury marketing.
Score: 8.0 / 10 · Very good
Areas served
Common questions about Gary Metchnek
Does Gary Metchnek work Plymouth specifically, or just the broader Twin Cities?
Both -- public records show him as buyer's agent on a Plymouth resale (36th Place N), alongside work in Minneapolis, Maple Grove, and Edina.
Is he part of a team?
No, he operates as a solo Edina Realty agent, so you work directly with him rather than being routed to a teammate.
What price range does he typically work in?
His recent Plymouth-area sales cluster in the $100K-$860K range -- solidly entry-to-mid-market, not luxury.