Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Fairview Heights, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.62%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$285.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(82)
Christina Johnson
Keller Williams Pinnacle - Journey Home Team
10 Years of experience
81+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.23%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$148.1M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.16%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$86.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $800K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.47%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$275.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.09%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$109.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $860K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$75.5M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $620K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.25%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$165.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $810K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.57%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$116.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $750K
Price Range
Top Agent$103.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $900K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$152.6M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$93.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $580K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.27%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$162.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.58%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$34.1M
All-Time Sales
$70K - $780K
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Joseph Carroll
Coldwell Banker
17 Years of experience
8+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 14.51%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$14.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $820K
Price Range
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 Agent$60.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $680K
Price Range
1
Sold in Fairview Heights, IL
Top AgentTop 16.98%
in Fairview Heights, IL
$100.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $4.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Fairview heights Housing Market Trends
Homes in Fairview heights take a median 31 days to sell, go for 101.37% of asking, prices are down 15.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$209,861
median sale price
How fast they sell
31 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Fairview Heights.
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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Fairview Heights?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Fairview Heights 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
34 days
Typical time on market
103.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Fairview Heights, 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 Fairview Heights Buyers and Sellers
Fairview Heights presents a market where the competitive indicators point in more than one direction, and reading them together matters more than reading any single figure. The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $209,861 and a sale-to-list ratio of 101.37%, with 41.7% of homes selling above their asking price and 62.4% going under contract within two weeks. Those figures signal that well-priced listings still move quickly and attract competition. At the same time, months of supply sits at 2.2 and 21.9% of active listings have recorded a price reduction, which tells a more nuanced story about where leverage actually sits.
For a buyer, the combination suggests selectivity rather than blanket aggression. Homes that are sharply priced draw multiple offers, so competing on those requires speed and clean terms. But the meaningful share of listings cutting price shows that overreaching sellers exist, and patient buyers can find room to negotiate on properties sitting past the 31-day median. For a seller, the message is disciplined pricing. With prices moving -15.6% year over year and a -6 days change in market time, listing above what recent comparable sales support risks the price-drop cycle that 21.9% of sellers are already experiencing.
Across this market, 21 homes sold in the most recent month against 45 active listings. With 324 licensed agents competing locally, the difference between an agent who prices to the data and one who guesses is measurable in both days on market and final sale price.
What Fairview Heights Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Fairview Heights 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 | $209,861 |
| Down payment (20%) | $41,972 |
| Loan amount | $167,889 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,638 |
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 $209,861 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 Fairview Heights MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Fairview Heights Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the metrics that actually predict outcomes: transaction volume, review depth, and pricing accuracy. Among the 324 licensed agents working Fairview Heights, only 36 meet the EffectiveAgents ranking threshold, which is built on verified performance rather than advertising spend. Courtney Marsh at Red Door Realty Group Inc illustrates the pattern, with 1,662 career transactions, 76 client reviews, and $281.2M in all-time sales volume. Negotiation skill shows up in the data: in a market where 41.7% of homes close above list and the median sale-to-list ratio is 101.37%, an agent who reads a specific street or the 62208 zip correctly can defend price without stalling a deal. Depth of experience also helps buyers avoid overpaying on the 21.9% of listings that eventually cut price. When you compare agents, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across dozens of reviews, since consistency over many closings is a far more reliable signal than one memorable transaction.
How We Rank Fairview Heights 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 Fairview Heights 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.
324
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
Fairview Heights Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Fairview Heights, IL?
The top-ranked agent in Fairview Heights, IL by measured performance is Courtney Marsh at Red Door Realty Group Inc, with 1,662 career transactions, 76 client reviews, and $281.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents through a data-driven methodology that analyzes verified transaction history, sale-to-list outcomes, and review patterns rather than advertising. Of 324 licensed local agents, only 36 qualify for ranking. The best fit still depends on your price point and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Fairview Heights 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 Fairview Heights?
Our data covers 324 real estate agents serving the Fairview Heights area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Fairview Heights market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Fairview Heights mean for sellers?
Fairview Heights's median sale price is $209,861 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 Fairview Heights?
In Fairview Heights, the median home currently takes 31 days to go under contract, and market time has registered a -6 days change year over year. Timelines vary widely by preparation and price. With 62.4% of homes going under contract within two weeks, accurately priced and well-presented listings move fast, while overpriced ones join the 21.9% of listings that eventually cut price and sit longer. Condition, photography, and correct comparable-sale pricing are the largest factors an owner controls.
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 Fairview Heights 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 Fairview Heights 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 Fairview Heights 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 Fairview Heights realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Fairview Heights 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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