Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Elmhurst, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
Find your Elmhurst agent
Tell us where you are and our algorithm matches you with up to three top agents for your home.
- Free
- About 2 minutes
- No obligation
Top Agent
Top 1.07%
in Elmhurst, IL
$190M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.49%
in Elmhurst, IL
$1.01B
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$908.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$903.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $30M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$140M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.8M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$997.1M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $52.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$719.8M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $3.7M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$421.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.99%
in Elmhurst, IL
$3.71B
All-Time Sales
$380K - $27.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(16)
John and Pat LaDeur
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
39 Years of experience
54+ Sales in the last 12 months
$288M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.53%
in Elmhurst, IL
$239.4M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.8%
in Elmhurst, IL
$157M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $8.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$232.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $3.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(78)
John Salidas
@properties | Christie's International Real Estate
11 Years of experience
20+ Sales in the last 12 months
$79.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$136.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.14%
in Elmhurst, IL
$265.9M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.14%
in Elmhurst, IL
$45.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $920K
Price Range
Top Agent$411.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.67%
in Elmhurst, IL
$844.3M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.67%
in Elmhurst, IL
$101.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.94%
in Elmhurst, IL
$313.2M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$558.7M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $4.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
JP Anderson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
13 Years of experience
52+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 14.48%
in Elmhurst, IL
$148.2M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $1.9M
Price Range
1%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$511.5M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $3.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.28%
in Elmhurst, IL
$158.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Elmhurst Housing Market Trends
Homes in Elmhurst take a median 49 days to sell, go for 100.14% of asking, prices are up 7.5% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$697,039
median sale price
How fast they sell
49 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Elmhurst.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Elmhurst agents whose results fit it.
Elmhurst agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Elmhurst market in 49
median sale price in Elmhurst
Do Top Elmhurst Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Elmhurst sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Elmhurst market median of 49 days on market.
About 19 days faster (39% quicker than the Elmhurst market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Elmhurst agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Elmhurst market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Elmhurst?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Elmhurst sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
45 days
Typical time on market
100.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst Buyers and Sellers
Elmhurst is operating as a seller-leaning market, and the competitive indicators above the housing trends module explain why. With only 101 active listings against 62 homes sold monthly, months of supply sits at 1.7, well below the four-to-six-month range typically considered balanced. That scarcity is reflected in a sale-to-list ratio of 100.14%, meaning the median home closes very near or slightly above its asking price. Roughly 39.2% of homes sold above list, and 42.7% went under contract within two weeks, so well-priced listings in zip 60126 draw fast, competitive interest.
That said, leverage is not one-sided. About 18.8% of listings recorded a price reduction, a signal that overpriced homes still sit and that buyers retain room to negotiate on properties that have lingered. Median days on market now stands at 49, and time on market shifted 0 days year over year, so patience has returned to certain segments even as the median price moved +7.5%. At $362.51 per square foot, pricing discipline matters.
For a buyer, the practical read is to move decisively on fresh, correctly priced listings while watching for aged inventory where a below-list offer holds weight. For a seller, the data rewards accurate initial pricing over aspirational numbers, since the homes commanding above-list outcomes are the ones that never needed a reduction. With 373 licensed agents active locally, choosing representation that understands these split dynamics is what separates a clean close from a stalled listing.
What Elmhurst Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Elmhurst 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 | $697,039 |
| Down payment (20%) | $139,408 |
| Loan amount | $557,631 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,804 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $697,039 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Elmhurst MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Elmhurst Realtor
Name recognition and a large advertising budget tell you little about how an agent performs at the negotiating table. It is more useful to look at verified transaction history, pricing accuracy, and how consistently an agent's listings sell near their asking price in a market where 39.2% of homes close above list. EffectiveAgents analyzed 540 transactions in Elmhurst to rank 102 agents on measured outcomes rather than reputation. Susan Hoerster at L.W. Reedy leads that group with 394 career transactions and $189.0M in all-time sales volume, a record built across zip 60126 and the surrounding Elmhurst market. In an environment where the median home moves at a sale-to-list ratio of 100.14% and 18.8% of listings eventually cut price, an agent who prices correctly the first time protects both timeline and proceeds. When comparing agents, weigh review depth and consistency over a single glowing testimonial, and look for a pattern of feedback that matches the transaction volume behind it.
How We Rank Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst 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.
373
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: August 2026
Elmhurst Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Elmhurst, IL?
The top ranked agent in Elmhurst, IL is Susan Hoerster at L.W. Reedy, with 394 completed transactions and $189.0M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing 540 local transactions and measuring outcomes such as pricing accuracy, sale-to-list performance, and closing consistency rather than advertising presence. Of 373 licensed agents in the area, 102 met the ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your property type and goals, so we recommend comparing verified performance data across several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst?
Our data covers 373 real estate agents serving the Elmhurst area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Elmhurst market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Elmhurst mean for sellers?
Elmhurst's median sale price is $697,039 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 Elmhurst?
In Elmhurst, the median home sells in about 49, though market time shifted 0 days year over year, so timelines vary more than they did recently. Well-priced listings move quickly, with 42.7% of homes going under contract within two weeks. Factors that affect your timeline include pricing accuracy relative to the $362.51 per square foot benchmark, condition and preparation, seasonality, and location within zip 60126. Homes that require a price reduction, which happened to 18.8% of listings, typically take considerably longer to close.
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 Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Elmhurst 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.
Top Realtors by Zip Code in Elmhurst, IL
Nearby Cities
Learn more about top real estate agents in other cities near Elmhurst, IL
Free Real Estate Calculators
Planning a move in Elmhurst? Run the numbers first.
In Elmhurst