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Top real estate agents in North Chicago, IL

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Top North Chicago, IL real estate agents

Top real estate agents in North Chicago, IL have 1,366.96 more transactions than average agents in the city and they tend move homes off the market in 65 days. The average North Chicago real estate agent only moves 265 homes, and each of those stay on the market an average of 128 days. See how top North Chicago agents compare on other metrics.

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Top North Chicago real estate agent stats at a glance

North Chicago, IL has 998 active real estate agents. But how do you know whether the one you hire will do their job well? That's why HomeLight analyzes each agent's performance history to find the best ones in your area. Work with the top 3% of real estate agents in North Chicago and you can make -$754 more on a home sale and save up to $9,776 more on a home purchase.

Top Seller's Agents

North Chicago’s top 3% agents save their sellers -$754, while average agents save their clients -$7,425. Top agents also sell homes quicker and far more frequently, selling 1.8x more homes than their average-performing counterparts, and doing so 49.0% faster.

Sale Price / List Price (%)

Days on Market
Lower is better

Homes Sold / Yr


Top Buyer's Agents

The top 3% North Chicago buyer's agents buy 1.8x more homes in the same area and save $17,309 on their clients' home purchases. That's 56.5% more savings than the average home sale!

Condos Sold / Yr

Homes Purchased / Yr

Sale Price / List Price (%)
Lower is better

Ratings and reviews of top real estate agents in North Chicago, IL

Top Agents
4.8 stars
Avg. Agents
3.8 stars

Top real estate agents in North Chicago score an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, compared to the typical North Chicago agent who scores only 3.8 stars. We collect the latest ratings and reviews of top real estate agents in North Chicago and update them here to show you what their past clients have to say.

"HomeLight followed up to ensure I had found an agent I liked & offered additional help if needed. Advisors on the phone were very polite and helpful."

Lynn S.

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"HomeLight accommodated me by not having to move anything out the house myself gave me the options to leave whatever I didn't want in the house, oh what a huge savings for me since I lived in another stated. Thank you HomeLight a happy customer."

Patricia T.

HomeLight Client

"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."

Cris M.

HomeLight Client

Find the best agent or REALTOR® for your favorite North Chicago neighborhood

Based on the available transaction data for homes bought and sold in North Chicago,top agents are frequently doing deals in Washburn Park, Waukegan Highlands, and Shore Woods.

Washburn Park

Active Agents229
Time on Market115
Avg. Sale Price$53,095

Waukegan Highlands

Active Agents115
Time on Market108
Avg. Sale Price$50,510

Shore Woods

Active Agents56
Time on Market113
Avg. Sale Price$86,232

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
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What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in North 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.
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How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in North 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 North Chicago, IL.
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When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in North 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 North 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 North 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.
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What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in North Chicago?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in North Chicago work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a North Chicago real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in North Chicago to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare North 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.
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