Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Belleville, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.6%
in Belleville, IL
$281.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.8%
in Belleville, IL
$108.5M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $860K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(82)
Christina Johnson
Keller Williams Pinnacle - Journey Home Team
10 Years of experience
82+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.1%
in Belleville, IL
$146.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3%
in Belleville, IL
$251.7M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $930K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.6%
in Belleville, IL
$86.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $800K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$75.5M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $620K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.01%
in Belleville, IL
$151.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Christine Daniels
Re/Max Signature Properties
31 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$12.1M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $510K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.61%
in Belleville, IL
$115.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $750K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Joseph Carroll
Coldwell Banker
17 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.81%
in Belleville, IL
$14.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $820K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 11.71%
in Belleville, IL
$164.3M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $810K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.01%
in Belleville, IL
$85M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.4M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.91%
in Belleville, IL
$34.1M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $780K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 14.71%
in Belleville, IL
$93.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $580K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$149.8M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 19.52%
in Belleville, IL
$99.1M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $900K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$107.3M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1.2M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$97.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $4.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$30.3M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $440K
Price Range
4
Sold in Belleville, IL
Top Agent$60.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $680K
Price Range
4
Sold in Belleville, IL
Top Agent$25.1M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $650K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Ben Firnkes
Firnkes Realty LLC
8 Years of experience
0+ Sales in the last 12 months
$3.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $500K
Price Range
6
Sold in Belleville, IL
Top Agent2015
Year Licensed
11
Years Experience
Belleville Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$167,223
+7.89% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
37
0 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.40%
-1.97% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
32.7%
-9.1% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
43.1%
-9.7% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
35.8%
+9.1% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.8
Realtors in Belleville
333
Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Belleville?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Belleville sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
37 days
Typical time on market
100.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Belleville, 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.
What These Numbers Mean for Belleville Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows Belleville carrying 187 active listings against 69 homes sold each month, which works out to roughly 2.8 months of supply. That figure sits in the range where neither side holds a decisive advantage, but the underlying indicators tilt the read toward measured buyer leverage. With 35.8% of listings taking a price cut and homes selling at an average 98.40% of list, sellers who anchor too high are correcting after the fact rather than commanding premiums. At the same time, 43.1% of homes leave the market within two weeks and 32.7% still close above list, so well-priced, move-in-ready properties continue to move quickly.
For a buyer, this combination means selectivity pays. On a home that has been listed a while or already shows a price drop, there is room to negotiate below asking and to request concessions. On a fresh, sharply priced listing, competing near or slightly above list is often necessary. Median days on market now sits at 37, with a 0 days change in market time, so patience is being rewarded more than it was a year ago. For a seller, the takeaway is disciplined pricing from day one, since prices moved +7.9% year over year and buyers are clearly rejecting aspirational numbers.
Navigating that split market rewards local judgment. Belleville has 333 licensed agents, and separating consistent performers from the rest is where the next modules focus, using verified transaction and review data rather than name recognition.
What Belleville Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Belleville goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $167,223 |
| Down payment (20%) | $33,445 |
| Loan amount | $133,778 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,321 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.95% mortgage rate (as of September 17, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $167,223 median home price with 20% down at 6.95% (as of September 17, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Belleville MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Belleville Realtor
Choosing an agent on billboard familiarity alone tells you little about how they perform when an offer is on the table. It is more useful to look at verified transaction volume, review depth, and whether a track record holds up across different price points and zip codes. In Belleville, EffectiveAgents has ranked 49 agents out of 333 licensed locally, drawing on 717 annual transactions analyzed. The top-ranked agent, Courtney Marsh at Red Door Realty Group Inc, has closed 1,662 transactions with $281.2M in all-time sales volume. That kind of experience matters in a market where 35.8% of listings see a price cut, because negotiation skill (knowing when to hold firm and when to concede on a home sitting in 62221 or 62226) directly shapes the final number. An agent who has worked across areas like 62220 and 62223 understands how pricing behaves block by block rather than citywide. When reviewing candidates, weigh the consistency of feedback over time, not just a single high rating. Courtney Marsh carries 76 reviews, and a deep, steady review history is a more reliable signal than a handful of recent five-star notes.
How We Rank Belleville 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 Belleville 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: August 2026
Belleville Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Belleville, IL?
Based on verified transaction and review data, Courtney Marsh at Red Door Realty Group Inc ranks as one of the top agents in Belleville, IL, with 1,662 transactions and $281.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rely on advertising spend or name recognition. Instead, it analyzes 717 annual transactions and review patterns across 333 licensed local agents to rank the 49 that consistently perform. The strongest fit for you depends on your price range and neighborhood, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Belleville 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 Belleville?
Our data covers 333 real estate agents serving the Belleville area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Belleville market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Belleville mean for sellers?
Belleville's median sale price is $167,223 as of August 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Belleville?
In Belleville, the median home currently takes about 37 to sell, reflecting a 0 days change in market time versus last year. Actual timelines vary widely: with 43.1% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, sharply priced and move-in-ready listings sell fast, while overpriced homes linger and often need a cut, as 35.8% of listings show. Condition, pricing accuracy, location among zip codes like 62221 and 62226, and seasonality all influence how quickly your home moves. Pricing correctly from day one is the most reliable way to shorten the timeline.
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 Belleville 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.
Should I use a local Belleville agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Belleville neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Belleville realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Belleville in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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