Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Highwood, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 1.23%
in Highwood, IL
$237.2M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$229.9M
All-Time Sales
$450K - $3.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$141.7M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.8M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$367.9M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$416.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$93.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(486)
Jim Starwalt & The Star Home Team
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
28 Years of experience
606+ Sales in the last 12 months
$1.09B
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$379.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
1,859
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$328.5M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
988
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$341.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$593.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$147.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
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
$93.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$369.3M
All-Time Sales
$780K - $5.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$55.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$80.4M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.3M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $980K
Price Range
142
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
Top Agent$30.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.6M
Price Range
89
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Highwood Housing Market Trends
Homes in Highwood take a median 69 days to sell, go for 97.93% of asking, prices are up 83.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$642,694
median sale price
How fast they sell
69 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Highwood.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Highwood agents whose results fit it.
Highwood agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 25 days, the Highwood market in 69
median sale price in Highwood
Do Top Highwood Agents Sell Faster?
The 19 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Highwood sell in a median of 25 days, compared with the Highwood market median of 69 days on market.
About 44 days faster (64% quicker than the Highwood market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Highwood agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Highwood market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Highwood?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Highwood sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
29 days
Typical time on market
102.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Highwood, 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 Highwood 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 Highwood 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.
157
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: September 2026
Highwood Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Highwood 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 Highwood?
Our data covers 157 real estate agents serving the Highwood area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Highwood market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Highwood mean for sellers?
Highwood's median sale price is $642,694 as of September 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 Highwood 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 Highwood 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 Highwood 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 Highwood realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Highwood 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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