Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Benton, IL

    Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.

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    Lynnette Hunter

    Hunter Real Estate

    47 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $33.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $60K - $360K

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Eugenia Manning

    House 2 Home Realty

    7 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $4.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4

    Sold in Benton, IL

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    (12)

    Brenda Chandler

    Property Peddler inc

    23 Years of experience

    27+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $85M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ayn Bartok

    All In One Real Estate Company

    21 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $54.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $6.2M

    Price Range

    9%

    Negotiated Off List

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    David McCollum

    Real Living McCollum R E

    15 Years of experience

    Top 0.8%

    in Benton, IL

    198

    Sold in Benton, IL

    2011

    Year Licensed

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    Jamie Tucker

    Home Finders Realty

    7 Years of experience

    Top 2.8%

    in Benton, IL

    18

    Sold in Benton, IL

    2019

    Year Licensed

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Benton?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Benton sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around April.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    71Jan74Feb76Mar74Apr61May46Jun42Jul41Aug41Sep45Oct56Nov61Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    46 days

    Typical time on market

    98.3%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Benton, 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.

    How We Rank Benton 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 Benton 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: July 2026

    Benton Real Estate Agent FAQs

    How were these Benton 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 Benton?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Benton area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Benton market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Benton mean for sellers?

    Benton's median sale price is $137,831 as of July 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 Benton 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 Benton 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 Benton 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 Benton realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Benton 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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