Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Johnsburg, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated July 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.14%
in Johnsburg, IL
$236.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.28%
in Johnsburg, IL
$128.8M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(480)
Jim Starwalt & The Star Home Team
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
28 Years of experience
601+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.42%
in Johnsburg, IL
$984.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.99%
in Johnsburg, IL
$215.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(15)
Christine Hjorth
Keller Williams North Shore West
8 Years of experience
79+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.13%
in Johnsburg, IL
$70.5M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.41%
in Johnsburg, IL
$51.3M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.6M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Johnsburg, IL
$914.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.4%
in Johnsburg, IL
$794.6M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.54%
in Johnsburg, IL
$314.9M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.82%
in Johnsburg, IL
$41.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.1%
in Johnsburg, IL
$331.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.24%
in Johnsburg, IL
$394.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.24%
in Johnsburg, IL
$250.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $8.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.67%
in Johnsburg, IL
$707.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $4.9M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.81%
in Johnsburg, IL
$129.6M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(350)
Danielle Dowell
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
19 Years of experience
353+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.37%
in Johnsburg, IL
$1.14B
All-Time Sales
$440K - $6.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.37%
in Johnsburg, IL
$318.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.37%
in Johnsburg, IL
$183.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(12)
Cheryl Arena
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
10 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.37%
in Johnsburg, IL
$30.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $670K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Brandon Salinas
Keller Williams North Shore West
6 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.51%
in Johnsburg, IL
$27.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1M
Price Range
Top Agent$262M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$190.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$143.9M
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
58+ Sales in the last 12 months
$89.5M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$55.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Johnsburg Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$384,807
-11.03% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
38
-24 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
102.37%
+3.41% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
52.7%
+13.8% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
44.0%
+6.2% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
15.4%
-13.8% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
8.9
Realtors in Johnsburg
709
Verified MLS market data through July 2026.
Do Top Johnsburg Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Johnsburg sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Johnsburg market median of 38 days on market.
About 8 days faster (21% quicker than the Johnsburg market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Johnsburg agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Johnsburg market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Johnsburg?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Johnsburg sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in February. To hit that window, plan to list around December.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
February
Best month to sell
51 days
Typical time on market
101%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Johnsburg, 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 Johnsburg Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a median sale price of $384,807 and homes moving in a median of 38 days, and the competitive indicators explain where leverage actually sits in Johnsburg. With 52.7% of homes closing above their asking price and a sale-to-list ratio of 102.37%, sellers are still capturing full value when a property is priced correctly. At the same time, 44.0% of listings leave the market within two weeks, which signals that well-positioned homes attract serious offers quickly.
The counterweight is supply. At 8.9 months of inventory with 56 active listings against 48 new listings and 27 pending sales each month, the market sits closer to balanced than to a runaway seller's market. Only 15.4% of listings have taken a price reduction, so overpricing is not yet widespread, but a longer median time on market means buyers have room to be selective. For a buyer, that combination argues for a competitive but disciplined offer: match the market on strong, freshly listed homes, and negotiate harder on anything that has lingered. For a seller, the data rewards accurate initial pricing over aspirational pricing, because the homes selling above list are the ones priced to draw multiple parties early.
Johnsburg has 709 licensed agents, and outcomes vary widely among them. Understanding which agents consistently convert these conditions into strong closings is where the analysis below becomes useful for choosing representation.
What Johnsburg Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Johnsburg 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 | $384,807 |
| Down payment (20%) | $76,961 |
| Loan amount | $307,846 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,643 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.76% mortgage rate (as of September 10, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $384,807 median home price with 20% down at 6.76% (as of September 10, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Johnsburg MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Johnsburg Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely predicts results. The more reliable signals are verified transaction history, review depth, and how consistently an agent negotiates near or above list price in the current market. EffectiveAgents analyzed 97 transactions in Johnsburg to identify agents whose measured outcomes stand out. Among the 56 ranked agents in the area, Heidi Peterson at RE/MAX Plaza leads with 986 career transactions, 101 client reviews, and $234.9M in all-time sales volume. That track record matters in a market where 52.7% of homes close above asking and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 102.37%, because pricing and offer strategy directly determine final proceeds. An experienced agent knows when to hold firm and when a home that has passed the 38 day median needs a repositioning plan. When you review agent profiles, look beyond a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern: consistent review volume over many closings is a stronger indicator than a handful of recent five-star ratings.
How We Rank Johnsburg 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 Johnsburg 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
Johnsburg Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Johnsburg, IL?
The top ranked agent in Johnsburg, IL, based on EffectiveAgents data is Heidi Peterson at RE/MAX Plaza, with 986 career transactions, 101 reviews, and $234.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction records, review history, and measured sale outcomes rather than advertising spend. Across 56 ranked agents drawn from 709 licensed locally, this methodology surfaces representatives whose results hold up in a market where the sale-to-list ratio sits at 102.37%. Compare several profiles before deciding.
How were these Johnsburg 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 Johnsburg?
Our data covers 709 real estate agents serving the Johnsburg area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Johnsburg market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Johnsburg mean for sellers?
Johnsburg's median sale price is $384,807 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Johnsburg?
Homes in Johnsburg currently take a median of 38 days to sell, though the year-over-year data shows a -24 days change in that timeline, so allow for a wider range when planning. Actual speed depends heavily on pricing accuracy, condition, and season: 44.0% of listings sell within two weeks, while overpriced homes account for much of the longer tail, as reflected in the 15.4% of listings taking reductions. Pricing to the market from day one is the single largest factor in a faster sale.
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 Johnsburg 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 Johnsburg 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 Johnsburg 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 Johnsburg realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Johnsburg 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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