Akimi Oya

Realtor
(319) 519-0194
2346 Mormon Trek Blvd Suite 2000A Iowa City, IA 52246
https://akimi.monicahayesteam.com Facebook Instagram Contact
About Me

Hi there! My name is Akimi Oya, your local expert in residential and commercial real estate in the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids area. I am originally from Japan but have lived in the Iowa City area most of my life. With a strong background in both commercial and residential real estate, plus hands-on experience managing my own rental portfolio, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. In just my first two years in real estate, I closed over $22 million in real estate transactions, working closely with investors and homeowners alike to achieve their goals. Whether you’re looking to grow your rental portfolio, find your dream home, or sell your current home, I’m here to help every step of the way.

I believe that buying or selling a home should be a fun and exciting journey, and I’m dedicated to making the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible for my clients. I’m a strong advocate for my clients, always working to secure the best possible outcome for them. With a commitment to diligent negotiation, I ensure that every detail is handled with care, striving to exceed my clients' expectations.

When I'm not doing real estate, you can find me on a run, trying out local workout classes, or taking a walk around the neighborhood. Health and fitness is important to me, and I'm always trying to find ways to stay active! I am also a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run nonprofit at the local elementary school. You may see me from time to time on a pickleball court. I'm a foodie at heart, so I love exploring local coffee shops and new restaurants.

My mission is to turn your real estate goals into reality and success, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, I’m committed to providing the highest level of service with integrity, care, and enthusiasm. Let’s work together to make your next real estate move a success.

Akimi Oya

Realtor | License # S70149000

Hi there! My name is Akimi Oya, your local expert in residential and commercial real estate in the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids area. I am originally from Japan but have lived in the Iowa City area most of my life. With a strong background in both commercial and residential real estate, plus hands-on experience managing my own rental portfolio, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. In just my first two years in real estate, I closed over $22 million in real estate transactions, working closely with investors and homeowners alike to achieve their goals. Whether you’re looking to grow your rental portfolio, find your dream home, or sell your current home, I’m here to help every step of the way.

I believe that buying or selling a home should be a fun and exciting journey, and I’m dedicated to making the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible for my clients. I’m a strong advocate for my clients, always working to secure the best possible outcome for them. With a commitment to diligent negotiation, I ensure that every detail is handled with care, striving to exceed my clients' expectations.

When I'm not doing real estate, you can find me on a run, trying out local workout classes, or taking a walk around the neighborhood. Health and fitness is important to me, and I'm always trying to find ways to stay active! I am also a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run nonprofit at the local elementary school. You may see me from time to time on a pickleball court. I'm a foodie at heart, so I love exploring local coffee shops and new restaurants.

My mission is to turn your real estate goals into reality and success, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, I’m committed to providing the highest level of service with integrity, care, and enthusiasm. Let’s work together to make your next real estate move a success.

My Qualifications

Buying and Selling your home is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your lifetime, and as such, you should have a fully educated, knowledgeable and certified professional to represent you. I would be honored to be able to assist you and guide you through the complexities of a real estate transaction!

Favorite Things:

I love visiting local cafes, restaurants, hiking, trying workout classes, and playing pickleball!

How Can I Help?

Testimonials

My experience working with Akimi has been exceptional. She embodies everything you would want in a real estate agent—knowledgeable, responsive, patient, and truly invested in helping her clients succeed. We’ve purchased several rental properties with her, and each time she has gone above and beyond to guide us, provide clear insights, and ensure we felt confident in every decision, especially with us being out-of-state investors. Akimi is proactive, detail-oriented, and always advocates for our best interests. Simply put: everything that makes an agent great—that’s Akimi.


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Sharon

We had an amazing experience working with Akimi! As first-time home investors, we had a lot of questions, and she was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and helpful every step of the way. Her communication was excellent—clear, timely, and reassuring—and her negotiation skills truly stood out. Beyond her professionalism, Akimi is genuinely kind and a pleasure to work with. We felt fully supported throughout the process and are very excited to continue working with her in the future. We highly recommend Akimi to anyone looking for an outstanding realtor!


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Kyah

We have worked with Akimi to purchase two properties in Iowa City - a single-family home and a condo. She is incredibly knowledgeable on the market and very responsive. She was thoughtful in her approach to negotiations, and we were impressed with her during each phase of the purchase process. She has also been an invaluable resource after closing in connection with remodeling projects on the purchased properties. We strongly recommend Akimi - she is truly wonderful to work with!


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Emily

Akimi did a great job helping me purchase my first investment property (long-term rental). As a rookie, I had many questions on the process and Akimi was always available and quick to respond to the questions that I had. Even after closing, Akimi kept in touch to make sure I understood what the next steps were to quickly find a tenant and manage the rental property. I truly appreciate the support from Akimi throughout the whole process!


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Josh

Akimi is knowledgeable, helpful, organized, and responsive. She will patiently guide you through the buying process and give you everything you need to make a good decision. I would recommend her to both first-time buyers and experienced investors.


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Andrew

Akimi did an amazing job working with us to buy our first home. Being new to the process we had a lot of questions and she was always very patient and took the time to explain all the information. She was always just a phone call or text away and very responsive. The home buying process for us was seamless with Akimi. She was a knowledgeable resource during the negotiation process as well. Would recommend her, 10/10!


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