Top Real Estate Agents in Essex, IL

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123 real estate agents are active in Essex, IL. HomeLight analyzes every agent's performance history to find the best ones in your area. Data from thousands of transactions show that the top 3% of Essex real estate agents sell homes in 66 days and work with 1179 homes, which is 1.7x more than the average.

"The young lady... who handled the sale of the home was energetic, positive and attentive to detail and keeping us updated. She sold in 1 month. Thanks for the recommendation; HomeLight was fast and easy to use, and led me to a successful sale."

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Top Essex REALTOR® Rankings

Top Agents List updated on April 16th, 2024
Kim Wirtz snapshot

Wirtz Real Estate Group

My success in real estate is attributed to experience, professionalism and commitment to service in many areas throughout Northern Illinois. I have been a licensed REALTOR® since 1992. I possess an extensive knowledge of the many cities and towns I service. I share that knowledge with my clients in an effort to ma...

Kim Wirtz's reviews

"Kim is a very knowledgeable agent! She responded to all of my calls in a timely fashion. She is a very respected agent and is a great negotiator. I felt confident with my purchase and my sale having Kim on my team...." see more reviews

Home Transactions

609

Average Price Point

$310K

Years of Experience

32

Kelly Winterroth snapshot

Winterroth Team at McColly Bennett Real Estate

The Winterroth Team at McColly Real Estate is lead by team leader Kelly Winterroth and serves Illinois. We are globally connected and locally respected. Consecutively ranked in the top 1% in our market, our experience and skill is key to achieving your real estate goals. Our team is passionate, well-organized, and d...

Kelly Winterroth's reviews

"Kelly's expertise in her market is remarkable. She understands the trends in real estate and how to best market her client's properties to achieve maximum value in the least amount of time on the market. ..." see more reviews

Home Transactions

333

Average Price Point

$250K

Years of Experience

20

Michelle Arseneau snapshot

Coldwell Banker Realty

Michelle launched her successful real estate career in 1994 and has never looked back. Michelle is charged with energy, ambition and discipline and has helped hundreds of clients in the Chicago Southland market with uncompromising consideration for premier customer service. Her professional commitment to improving a...

Home Transactions

232

Average Price Point

$290K

Years of Experience

30

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Lisa Sanford snapshot

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

I've been helping people with their real estate needs since 1984 and have lived in various communities within Kankakee County since moving here in 1983. When you are a seller, I am willing to put my years of experience in the Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, and Kankakee County market place to work for you. My goal ...

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"She was friendly, knowledgeable, and sold my house quickly...." see more reviews

Home Transactions

169

Average Price Point

$230K

Years of Experience

40

Simran Dua snapshot

RE/MAX Professionals Select

Simran works under RE/MAX Professionals Select. Simran has been awarded Top Producer....

Home Transactions

164

Average Price Point

$460K

Years of Experience

9

Amanda Fedrow snapshot

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Amanda is a licensed Real Estate agent and is currently with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty. Amanda has completed transactions in several areas including Kankakee, Bourbonnais and Bradley. HomeLight ranks Amanda as one of the top 3% of agents in Kankakee Area for successfully selling homes and as ...

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"She was extremely professional and a delight to work with...." see more reviews

Home Transactions

158

Average Price Point

$220K

Years of Experience

34

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Susan Fisher snapshot

Coldwell Banker Realty

As an agent who is an expert in Kankakee, Iroquois, and Ford Counties, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to buying and selling real estate in this area. The market is not the same everywhere, so you need someone trustworthy for up-to-date information. My team and I are happy to serve you, and here are some...

Home Transactions

157

Average Price Point

$200K

Years of Experience

31

Amelia Bodie snapshot

Keller Williams Preferred Realty

Established in 2013, Amelia Bodie has been a dedicated force in the real estate industry, consistently delivering exceptional results and unparalleled service to clients. As a seasoned professional, Amelia Bodie has cultivated a passion for real estate that goes beyond transactions, focusing on building lasting rela...

Home Transactions

141

Average Price Point

$210K

Years of Experience

11

Jennifer Johnson snapshot

Sancken Sole Realty

Jennifer works under Sancken Sole Realty. HomeLight considers this real estate agent a condo expert, as they has sold 21.5x the amount of condos as the average agent in this area.We’ve recorded data for 220 of Jennifer’s transactions. This real estate agent most often represents the buyer (65% of the time), but th...

Home Transactions

136

Average Price Point

$360K

Years of Experience

18

Lori Bonarek snapshot

Lori Bonarek Realty

As your Real Estate Specialists, I promise to be your trusted resource for answers about the process of buying or selling. I will provide expertise about neighborhood features and schools and will target your home search based on your individual needs and wants. My custom innovative marketing strategies along with m...

Lori Bonarek's reviews

"It was wonderful. She is very knowledgeable and helped me thru every detail. I will definitely use her again...." see more reviews

Home Transactions

131

Average Price Point

$240K

Years of Experience

19

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Essex Top Real Estate Agents

How we select the best Essex 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 Essex's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
123
Vetted
30
Top Picks
30

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 1.5x faster and for 399.5% more money.

Sale Price / List Price (%)

Days on Market

Lower is better

Homes Sold / Year

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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 Essex?

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 Essex?

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 Essex, IL.

When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Essex?

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 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 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 Essex?

While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents work for 6% of the home price.

Why should I use HomeLight to find a Essex real estate agent?

HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Essex to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Essex 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.