Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Harvard, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.4%
in Harvard, IL
$264M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.6%
in Harvard, IL
$146.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(485)
Jim Starwalt & The Star Home Team
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
28 Years of experience
589+ Sales in the last 12 months
$989.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$254.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $8.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$397.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10.8%
in Harvard, IL
$128.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.6%
in Harvard, IL
$333.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(4)
Victoria Holmes
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Elite
25 Years of experience
78+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.6%
in Harvard, IL
$152.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1M
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Sara Bryan
Flatland Homes, LTD
20 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.6%
in Harvard, IL
$16.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $550K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kimberly Boyle
Cove Realty
15 Years of experience
80+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.6%
in Harvard, IL
$95.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $740K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$318.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
1
Sold in Harvard, IL
Top AgentTop 12.4%
in Harvard, IL
$9.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $560K
Price Range
Top Agent$129.6M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Ivica Otis Lazich
Capital Investment Realty Group Inc
20 Years of experience
62+ Sales in the last 12 months
$91M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
Christine Hjorth
Keller Williams North Shore West
8 Years of experience
83+ Sales in the last 12 months
$72.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2M
Price Range
203
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(12)
Cheryl Arena
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
10 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$30.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $670K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Harvard Housing Market Trends
Homes in Harvard take a median 50 days to sell, go for 99.9% of asking, prices are up 14.4% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$288,809
median sale price
How fast they sell
50 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Harvard.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Harvard agents whose results fit it.
Harvard agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 36 days, the Harvard market in 50
median sale price in Harvard
Do Top Harvard Agents Sell Faster?
The 16 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Harvard sell in a median of 36 days, compared with the Harvard market median of 50 days on market.
About 14 days faster (28% quicker than the Harvard market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Harvard agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Harvard market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Harvard?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Harvard sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around June.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
48 days
Typical time on market
100.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Harvard, 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 Harvard Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above frames a market where competitive pressure sits with sellers, though not uniformly. With a median sale price of $288,809 (moving +14.4% year over year) and just 1.5 months of supply against 16 active listings, Harvard has limited standing inventory for the 24 buyers under contract in a typical month. That imbalance explains why 45.5% of homes sold above their asking price and 53.6% went off the market within two weeks.
For buyers, the negotiating picture is mixed. A sale-to-list ratio of 99.90% means well-priced homes clear close to or above list, so lowball offers on fresh listings rarely succeed. However, only 8.1% of listings recorded a price cut, and the median 50 days on market (a +2 days change in market time) signals that properties lingering past the two-week window become genuine negotiation opportunities. Targeting those aging listings is the clearest path to leverage.
For sellers, the data rewards disciplined pricing. With $158.41 as the measured price per square foot and strong above-list activity, homes priced to the comps draw quick, competitive attention, while overpricing risks joining the slower-moving segment. With 250 licensed agents competing locally, the gap between an agent who prices precisely and one who guesses is measurable in both days on market and final dollars. Understanding where a specific home falls on that spectrum is where experienced representation earns its value.
What Harvard Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Harvard 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 | $288,809 |
| Down payment (20%) | $57,762 |
| Loan amount | $231,047 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,133 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.28% mortgage rate (as of October 1, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $288,809 median home price with 20% down at 7.28% (as of October 1, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Harvard MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Harvard Realtor
Choosing a real estate agent on name recognition alone overlooks the measures that actually predict results: transaction volume, repeat review patterns, and documented experience across price points. In a market where 45.5% of homes close above list and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 99.90%, negotiation precision directly affects the final number on both sides of a deal. Among the 35 EffectiveAgents-ranked professionals serving Harvard and the 60033 zip code, the top-ranked agent is Arturo Flores at Success Realty Partners, with 1,566 career transactions, $262.8M in all-time sales volume, and 142 client reviews. That depth matters when structuring offers against the limited 16 active listings, advising sellers on where to price given $158.41 per square foot, and reading which homes past the 50-day median invite negotiation. A consistent review history across years, rather than a short burst of ratings, is the pattern worth verifying before you sign a representation agreement.
How We Rank Harvard 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 Harvard 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.
250
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
Harvard Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Harvard, IL?
The top-ranked agent in Harvard, IL by EffectiveAgents data is Arturo Flores at Success Realty Partners, with 1,566 career transactions, 142 client reviews, and $262.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, review patterns, and measured performance rather than advertising spend. Flores is one of 35 ranked agents among the 250 licensed locally. The best agent for you depends on your price point and timeline, so compare several ranked candidates against your specific needs before deciding.
How were these Harvard 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 Harvard?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Harvard area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Harvard market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Harvard mean for sellers?
Harvard's median sale price is $288,809 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 Harvard?
The median home in Harvard sells in about 50 days, reflecting a +2 days change from last year. That figure covers the active listing period; adding time for closing typically extends the full process by several weeks. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and season. With 53.6% of homes going under contract within two weeks, correctly priced listings often move quickly, while homes priced above the comps tend to sit longer and account for most of the properties that eventually record a price reduction.
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 Harvard 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 Harvard 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 Harvard 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 Harvard realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Harvard 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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