Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in DeKalb, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(21)
Kimberly Lancaste
Weichert Realtors-Signature Professionals
13 Years of experience
41+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.18%
in DeKalb, IL
$71.3M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $580K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(75)
Suzy Macino
At Properties
26 Years of experience
31+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.23%
in DeKalb, IL
$299.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Lesa Clanin
Weichert Realtors
19 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.51%
in DeKalb, IL
$24.3M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $400K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(101)
Kari Kohler
Coldwell Banker Realty
19 Years of experience
81+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.96%
in DeKalb, IL
$396.3M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $2.7M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(105)
Adam Baxa
Coldwell Banker
12 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.98%
in DeKalb, IL
$115.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $830K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Carla Hill
Kettley & Company Realtors
36 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.98%
in DeKalb, IL
$42M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $700K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Traci Kearns
eXp Realty
12 Years of experience
40+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.27%
in DeKalb, IL
$118.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $950K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(34)
Kealan O'Neil
O'Neil Property Group, LLC
13 Years of experience
134+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.56%
in DeKalb, IL
$86.1M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $880K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(247)
Stewart Ramirez
E-Signature Realty
20 Years of experience
108+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 12.72%
in DeKalb, IL
$327.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(32)
Diane Oliveros
Oliveros Realty Company
11 Years of experience
19+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.01%
in DeKalb, IL
$19.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
Top Agent(24)
Scott Newman
Keller Williams One Chicago
21 Years of experience
64+ Sales in the last 12 months
$45.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.1M
Price Range
151
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(74)
Cindy Schmalz
@ properties
17 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
$138.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(133)
Daria Smith
Keller Williams Inspire
19 Years of experience
58+ Sales in the last 12 months
$138.9M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(31)
Ewelina Rafael
Wheatland Realty
9 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
$53.7M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Dekalb Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$283,500
+16.67% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
48
0 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
100.91%
+0.31% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
46.7%
+3.3% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
68.8%
+3.0% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
15.2%
-5.5% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.2
Realtors in Dekalb
346
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top DeKalb Agents Sell Faster?
The 15 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in DeKalb sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the DeKalb market median of 48 days on market.
About 18 days faster (38% quicker than the DeKalb market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked DeKalb agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the DeKalb market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in DeKalb?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in DeKalb sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
43 days
Typical time on market
101.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of DeKalb, IL sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
Home Values by Neighborhood in DeKalb
Median home values across DeKalb, IL neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
North 5th Ward
+28% over 5 years
$197K
Greek Rows
+11% over 5 years
$153K
Pleasent Street
+30% over 5 years
$132K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
How We Rank DeKalb Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the DeKalb market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
DeKalb Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these DeKalb real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in DeKalb?
Our data covers 346 real estate agents serving the DeKalb area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our DeKalb market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in DeKalb mean for sellers?
DeKalb's median sale price is $283,500 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do DeKalb realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
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