In Chicago, IL, the top 3% real estate agents in your area can buy and sell homes in 56.17 days faster than their competitors. The best Chicago real estate agents help you navigate the housing market in the third largest city in the country.
Chicago’s top REALTORS® and Real Estate Agents
Top Agents List updated on November 29th, 2023
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As a lifelong resident of the Chicagoland Suburbs, Sarah Leonard possesses an impeccable knowledge of the local market, its diverse neighborhoods, and everything in-between. Having been in the real estate business for over fifteen years and bringing a background as a loan processor to the table, Sarah’s expertise ma...
Sarah Leonard's reviews
"Very satisfied. Condo listing price seemed lower than I expected but it sold and closed quickly...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
2,524
Average Price Point
$330K
Years of Experience
18
ABOUT THE MG GROUP MG Group was founded by Mario Greco in 2002 and is a Chicago-based, award-winning team of agents, leaders and advocates dedicated to delivering seamless transactions and unparalleled service. Mario & the MG Group is the #1 City Broker in Listings Sold and #2 in Buyer Representation in all of Chi...
Mario Greco's reviews
"Second to none! We had been working with other realtors and were very frustrated- then we found MG Group. We dreamed of a Bungalow to call home and with the group behind us we found our dream home! MG Group are simply the best bunch of real estate professionals in Chicagoland - I find myself referring them often ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
1,139
Average Price Point
$590K
Years of Experience
21
Lisa Wolf, Real Estate broker and founder of wolfpartners GROUP serves all of the Chicagoland area. The Lisa Wolf Team - wolfpartners GROUP agents of Keller Williams North Shore West consists of 23 ROCKING team members - 11 highly skilled licensed agents that represent our buyers and sellers, a Home Transformation/S...
Lisa Wolf's reviews
"Kimberly was our agent and she was amazing in every way! Always available, always explained things and helped us sell our home in 1 day!..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
648
Average Price Point
$390K
Years of Experience
15
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Danielle Moy's number one priority is the quality of product she brings to her clients. One of Danielle's biggest attributes is that she always keeps her client's best interest first. Being a very motivated individual, Danielle has become a top-producer in the company. Strong negotiation skills and extensive knowled...
Danielle Moy's reviews
"Danielle is highly recommended. Excellent with communication and an absolute pleasure to work with. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
623
Average Price Point
$300K
Years of Experience
15
Maria DelBoccio, a founding member of the highly successful DelBoccio|Marchetti Group, has built a tremendous reputation her years as a full-time broker. She has received multiple achievement awards for her success as a broker. As a daughter of immigrants, she was raised with a strong work ethic and an insatiable dr...
Maria DelBoccio's reviews
"Our house was on the market for 7 months before we contacted Maria. She sold it in a little over a month. We probably could have received a higher price if we had hired her from the beginning but live and learn. We would highly recommend her !!..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
609
Average Price Point
$460K
Years of Experience
21
Compass
Real estate is not a job for Hayley, it's a passion, an obsession, and it's a way of life. As an award winning and "Top 1% Producing Agent", named by Chicago Association of Realtors and one of America’s Top 100 (agents) LLC, Hayley is driven by a strong desire to exceed clients' expectations and deliver results. Her...
Home Transactions
588
Average Price Point
$720K
Years of Experience
10
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The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX All Pro has been a market leader serving Kane & DuPage counties in all aspects of real estate since 1991. Our team approach guarantees that your needs are handled, and the process of buying or selling a home is a seamless and successful one. We’ve built a team of full-time licensed agen...
Matt Kombrink's reviews
"Matt Kombrink & his team did an excellent job in selling our home. We were under contract (above asking price) after only 6 days on the market. The Kombrink team quickly responded to all of our questions. I will always refer Matt Kombrink to family and friends who are buying or selling a home. Thank you Matt Kombrin..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
584
Average Price Point
$390K
Years of Experience
26
Holly Connors is a founding member and partner of @properties. Since joining the brokerage in 2003, the award-winning realtor has helped propel @properties to its position as the leading real estate brokerage in Chicago, and helped hundreds of clients meet their housing needs and dreams in and around her hometown in...
Holly Connors's reviews
"brutally honest & direct realtor who tells you the way it is - not what you want to hear and sugarcoated. that's a HUGE difference that sets her apart from the so many other realtors who claim they know the area...." see more reviews
Home Transactions
479
Average Price Point
$470K
Years of Experience
21
Compass
Melanie has built a reputation for excellence and professionalism among clients and industry peers alike by sharing her market expertise and dedicating herself to the highest level of service. With over 18 years of residential real estate experience and a passion for helping clients achieve their goals, she has been...
Home Transactions
444
Average Price Point
$590K
Years of Experience
21
Mary Wallace has been a Realtor since 2003 helping thousands of clients buy, sell & lease real estate. She is licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin. Mary has received numerous awards as well as remaining in the top 10 Realtors in Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage/NRT North America for several years. Some of the ...
Mary Wallace's reviews
"Totally wonderful experience!! ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
392
Average Price Point
$260K
Years of Experience
20
How do we select our top 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 Chicago's top Real Estate Agents.
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Top Chicago, IL real estate agent stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.5x faster and for 595.4% more money.
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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 Chicago?
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 Chicago?
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 Chicago, IL.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Chicago?
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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Chicago work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Chicago real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Chicago to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Chicago 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.