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Find the top real estate agents in Island Lake, IL
We analyzed 1,752 Island Lake agents on closed volume, sale-to-list ratio, and review quality. Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll match you with the best agent, suited for your exact needs.
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How this works
1,752agents analyzed
Every licensed Island Lake agent — not a paid directory.
45M+transactions analyzed nationwide
Our algorithm scores every agent across dozens of variables — volume, sale-to-list, days on market, and more.
200,000+customer testimonials nationwide
Real feedback from real home sellers and buyers, cross-referenced with closed transactions.
100% Freeto you
No markup on commission. Agents pay us only if you close.
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Why it matters who you pick
Top Island Lake agents sell faster and for more — here’s the gap.
Data pulled from Island Lake listings closed in the last 12 months. The top 3% of agents consistently outperform the rest of the market on every seller metric.
Metric (last 12 months)
Top 3% of Island Lake
Average Island Lake agent
Top performers…
Sale-to-list ratio
99.2%
93.7%
+5.5 pts higher
Days on market
63
118
55 days faster
Homes sold per year
1042
157
6.6× more deals
Based on Island Lake listings analyzed over the last 12 months.
Top Real Estate Agents & Realtors® in Island Lake, IL
- Rafay QamarREAL
- Sarah LeonardLegacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company
- Lisa WolfKeller Williams North Shore West
- Frank Denovi
- Sheryl Rue-borden
- Colleen Stevens
- Mary Petri
- Katie HolmesKeller Williams Success Realty
- Leslie McdonnellRe/Max Suburban
- Mike BergMike Berg / Berg Properties
- Dawn BremerKeller Williams Success
- Kim AldenCompass
- Stewart RamirezE-SIGNATURE REALTY
- Christopher Santo
- Lisa Gagliano
- Alana Karras
- Rosa Dante
- Julia JackaloneRE Solution Group, Inc. Mundelein
- Cindy Fine
- Michelle RushingBelieve Realty
- Leslie Rodriguez
- Brian Svrusis
- Pete MangioneBerkshire Hathaway Homeservices Koenigrubloff
- Amber Tilindis
- Peter VasilakosSuburban Life Realty Ltd.
- Shannon ThennesBerkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate - McHenry
- Shelly VoightKeller Williams
- Pamela NewmanBerkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate - Crystal Lake
- Thomas KrebsbachVintage Home Realty
- Cheryl AdamsHonig Realty Inc (dba Coldwell Banker Honig Bell)
- Frank RichierBrokerocity
- Melissa KostelnikRE/MAX Plaza
- Michael Pate
- Amy Preves
- Theresa Hannah
- Cecille Plurad
- Marlene CastagnaBaird & Warner Real Estate
- Stephanie Seplowin
- Terri MlyniecBaird & Warner
- Octavio Martinez
How Agent Match works
Meet three top Island Lake listing agents in under 48 hours
We’ve done the vetting. You pick the fit. The entire service is free — we’re paid by agents only if you close a transaction.
1
Tell us about your home
Two minutes, five questions. Address, timeline, price tier. We auto-fill what we can from public records.
2
We match you to 2–3 agents
We shortlist the top agents in your specific neighborhood and price tier — not the whole city list.
3
You interview. Zero obligation.
Meet your matches, compare strategies, and pick the one who fits — or none at all. You're in control the whole way.
“HomeLight is a way to narrow the field and find the right agent for your house sale… Within 36 hours of listing, we had a contract.”
“I'd already met two agents on my own. HomeLight's match was better than both. Smooth from handoff through closing.”
Island Lake FAQ
Questions Island Lake sellers actually ask.
Answered with live Island Lake data. Updated monthly when the MLS refreshes.
The Island Lake market is competitive, with well-priced homes typically selling within days of listing at or above asking price. Inventory remains below historical averages, which continues to favor sellers. Median prices have appreciated year-over-year, driven by strong demand and limited supply.
The national average real estate commission is typically between 5% and 6% of the home's final sale price. The exact rate is always negotiable. Post-2024 NAR settlement, buyer-side compensation is now separately negotiated between seller and buyer directly.
Based on HomeLight's data from sold homes in Island Lake since 2014, November is historically the strongest month for sellers — it produces both the highest sale prices and the fastest closings. That said, low inventory year-round means motivated buyers exist in every season, so listing when your home is ready often beats waiting for the "perfect" month.
Prioritize agents with recent Island Lake transaction history (25+ closings in the last 12 months), a strong sale-to-list ratio (102%+ is excellent), verifiable client reviews, and proven specialization in your neighborhood and price tier. Always interview 2–3 candidates before deciding.
Well-priced homes in desirable Island Lake neighborhoods often accept offers within a week. From list date to close-of-escrow, plan on 30–45 days total, including buyer financing contingencies and inspections.
If timing for peak price, Island Lake data points to November as the historically strongest month for sale prices; for the fastest sale, November sees the fewest days on market. That said, holding several months carries real risk — rate shifts or softening demand can reduce your net proceeds. In most cases, listing when your home is ready outperforms trying to time the market.
HomeLight's Agent Match is 100% free for home sellers and buyers, with no obligation to work with the agents we recommend. We collect a referral fee from the agent only if you close a transaction with them — the service costs you nothing extra.
We analyze 45M+ transactions nationwide and score every licensed Island Lake agent on recent transaction volume, sale-to-list ratio, days on market, client review quality, and neighborhood specialization. Only the top few percent of Island Lake agents make our featured list, and we re-score monthly as new data arrives.
Absolutely — and we encourage it. HomeLight matches you with 2–3 top-performing Island Lake agents tailored to your home's location, price tier, and timeline. There's no obligation to work with any of them, and our concierge team can help you prepare questions specific to your neighborhood.
We analyze your home's location, estimated price tier, and your stated timeline, then match you with 2–3 top agents. A HomeLight concierge follows up within minutes to review your matches and answer any questions. The whole process — from submit to first agent conversation — typically takes under an hour.
How we match agents
Out of 1,752 agents in Island Lake, we find the 2–3 best to sell your home.
Most agent directories are paid listings. HomeLight is different — our algorithm ranks every licensed Island Lake agent on objective transaction data.
45M+ transactions
We score every agent on every sale — recency, price band, and neighborhood — so your match reflects current performance, not old reputation.
Performance weighted
Sale-to-list ratio, days on market, and transaction volume — not star ratings or paid directory placement.
Client satisfaction
200,000+ verified reviews, cross-referenced against actual closed transactions to remove unverified feedback.
Hyperlocal fit
We match you with agents who have a proven track record in your specific neighborhood and price range — not just city-wide.
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