Jim Rentfrow

If you’re looking to buy or sell in Fargo, Grand Forks, or Fergus Falls, you deserve someone who knows these markets inside and out. That’s where Jim Rentfrow comes in.

With more than a decade in real estate and over 1,400 successful transactions, Jim brings a rare blend of experience, strategy, and genuine care for people. Originally from Roseau, Minnesota, he moved to Fargo in 1999 to attend NDSU, earning a business degree, followed by an MBA and a Graduate Gemologist certification.

Jim’s path hasn’t been ordinary. From 2011 to 2012, he worked with USAID in Afghanistan, where he developed a deep passion for service and making a meaningful difference. That passion led him into real estate in 2014, when he joined the Erik Hatch Team as an Inside Sales Agent. Over nine years, he became one of the most productive ISAs in the region, helping hundreds of families reach the closing table.

In 2023, Jim shifted from the back office to the front lines, becoming a full-time Realtor with The Elm Group, brokered by REAL. Today, he proudly serves clients across Fargo–Moorhead, Grand Forks–East Grand Forks, and the Fergus Falls region. Whether you’re moving across town or relocating between markets, Jim offers the advantage of a single, trusted agent who can navigate all three areas with confidence.

Jim lives in Fargo with his wife, Ainsley, an elementary music teacher, and their son, Jayce. When he’s not helping clients, you’ll find him fishing, boating, volunteering, or cutting gemstones by hand.

If you’re buying, selling, investing, or just exploring your options, Jim brings the experience, negotiation skill, and heart of a true advocate. He’s here to make the process smooth, smart, and successful—no matter which of the three markets you call home.