There are 103 real estate agents in Alton, IL but we use data to find the best ones. HomeLight compares the agent performance data in your area to find real estate agents who get the job done 3.8x faster than the average Alton, IL real estate agent.
Top Alton REALTOR® Rankings
Top Agents List updated on April 17th, 2024
Transactions: High to Low
Keller Williams Pinnacle
Jean Lewis moved to Edwardsville in 2003 from her hometown of Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Jean is married to Matt Lewis, and they have 4 children, 2 dogs and 1 cat. She has been a real estate agent for over 20 years, and in 2009, she joined with Jen Teske to build a successful team in the Metroeast area. Jean graduated ...
Home Transactions
97
Average Price Point
$300K
Years of Experience
27
Triangle First Realty
Naomi works under Triangle First Realty. Naomi has sold 2.42x the number of single family homes as the average agent in the area. We have data on 37 of Naomi’s transactions. Naomi prefers to work with both sellers and buyers. Here’s a little about Naomi’s real estate experience: - Naomi has sold homes for as mu...
Home Transactions
51
Average Price Point
$370K
Years of Experience
15
Allen Tate Company
Gretchen is a real estate agent with Allen Tate Company. Gretchen has sold 10.99x the number of single family homes as the average agent in the area. We’ve recorded data for 124 of Gretchen’s transactions. Gretchen has worked with buyers 73% of the time, and has represented the seller in 34 recorded transactions....
Home Transactions
37
Average Price Point
$990K
Years of Experience
12
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Partners Management
Kent is a real estate agent with Partners Management. Kent has been in the real estate business for 9 years. Kent is a single family home expert. We’ve recorded data for 52 of Kent’s transactions. This real estate agent most often represents the seller (80% of the time), but they also have experience representing...
Home Transactions
34
Average Price Point
$230K
Years of Experience
15
Angela works under Hometown Realty Unlimited Inc. Angela is a single family home expert. We’ve recorded data for 59 of Angela’s transactions. Angela has worked with buyers 71% of the time, and has represented the seller in 22 recorded transactions. Here’s what we know about Angela’s work: - Angela recently sold...
Angela Jett's reviews
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Home Transactions
3
Average Price Point
$220K
Years of Experience
16
How we select the best Alton agents
At HomeLight, our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying.
We've analyzed transaction data of local real estate agents and REALTORS® across 6 distinct metrics to recommend a few of Alton's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
103
Vetted
25
Top Picks
5
Top real estate agents stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.7x faster and for 448.9% more money.
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Based on the available transaction data for homes bought and sold in Alton, top agents are frequently doing deals in Middletown, Christian Hill and Upper Alton.
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Client FAQs
What does a top real estate agent do?
Top real estate agents have more local expertise, prepare in-depth market analyses, and have industry connections that you can’t find by yourself. They know your neighborhood like the back of their hand and use their market knowledge to sell your home faster than the average agent and for money.
What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in Alton?
When you sell a house, your real estate agent becomes your business partner, financial advisor, and emotional support system. It’s crucial to partner with someone you trust, so make sure you’re looking for an agent who can answer all of your questions with confidence during the interview. During this process, you want to get to know the agent’s business and find out how well they know the area. You’re listening for things that signal experience, expertise in your community, and workload. Selling a home takes an enormous amount of work, so you need an agent who’s got a plan for prep, pricing, and marketing and who is ready to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Alton?
Our data shows that the top 5% of listing agents sell homes for as much as (+9%) more than the average real estate agent. A great agent makes a difference when you buy a house, too: We’ve found that the top 5% of buyer's agents on average save their clients 2.5% more on their home purchase. So, whether you’re in the market to find your dream home or sell your house at a great price, the right agent matters. We encourage you to connect with a top real estate agent if you’re buying or selling a home in Alton, IL.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Alton?
The best window to contact an agent to sell your home is anywhere from three to six months in advance of your list date. When you start the search for an agent several months before hitting the market, there’s plenty of time to find the best agent, make key renovations, and market your home effectively, all of which are essential steps in selling your home for a great price. You can also hire an agent based on the best time to sell in Alton to take advantage of seasonal and cyclical trends in the market.
The right time to hire a real estate agent depends on the temperature of the housing market. For example, the best time to sell in Alton is in May. And since it takes around 3 months to close on a home, you should list in February. We recommend that you hire a real estate agent as soon as you're thinking of selling your home. Generally speaking, that's anywhere from 3 to 6 months prior to your desired move date.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Alton?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Alton work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Alton real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Alton to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Alton real estate agent and will only introduce you to the top performing agents. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. To give you the best object recommendations, we consider things like: how fast a real estate agent sells, how many properties they work on, how much money they save or earn their clients, and what cities and neighborhoods they specialize in. You can trust that we’ll match you with the right agents for your needs.