Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Joliet, IL

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    Brent Wilk profile picture
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    Brent Wilk

    Wilk Real Estate

    23 Years of experience

    215+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.1%

    in Joliet, IL

    $628.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Barbara Gall profile picture
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    Barbara Gall

    Re/Max Ultimate Professionals

    24 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.13%

    in Joliet, IL

    $85M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Irina Allison profile picture
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    Irina Allison

    APEX Real Estate Brokerage

    21 Years of experience

    70+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.26%

    in Joliet, IL

    $110.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Amanda Albrecht profile picture
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    Amanda Albrecht

    Michele Morris Realty

    36 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.33%

    in Joliet, IL

    $142.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Chris Fischer

    Crosstown Realtors

    21 Years of experience

    28+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.39%

    in Joliet, IL

    $411.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $110K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Kim Wirtz profile picture
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    Kim Wirtz

    Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.

    35 Years of experience

    391+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.49%

    in Joliet, IL

    $541.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Traci Kearns

    eXp Realty

    12 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.59%

    in Joliet, IL

    $119.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $950K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Carrie Jass profile picture
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    Carrie Jass

    Baird & Warner

    13 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.62%

    in Joliet, IL

    $86.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $840K

    Price Range

    3%

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    Kevin Burke profile picture
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    Kevin Burke

    RE/MAX 10

    21 Years of experience

    181+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.65%

    in Joliet, IL

    $420.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $2.9M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Angie Faron

    Keller Williams Infinity

    29 Years of experience

    38+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.69%

    in Joliet, IL

    $172.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Kristina Klein profile picture
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    Kristina Klein

    Realtopia Real Estate

    9 Years of experience

    153+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.75%

    in Joliet, IL

    $140.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $3.1M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Adam Stary

    eXp Realty

    20 Years of experience

    201+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.82%

    in Joliet, IL

    $414.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Mike Berg profile picture
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    Mike Berg

    Berg Properties

    22 Years of experience

    186+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.14%

    in Joliet, IL

    $904.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $3.7M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Cendy Mantz

    Crosstown Realtors

    11 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.21%

    in Joliet, IL

    $57.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Raquel Goggin

    Barvian Realty

    9 Years of experience

    88+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.37%

    in Joliet, IL

    $116.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $870K

    Price Range

    5%

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    Nathan Stillwell

    John Greene Realtor

    20 Years of experience

    148+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.44%

    in Joliet, IL

    $679.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $350K - $3.7M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Rosa Flores profile picture
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    Rosa Flores

    Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

    7 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.57%

    in Joliet, IL

    $46M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $690K

    Price Range

    8%

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    Colleen Grinter

    Realtopia Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    7+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.73%

    in Joliet, IL

    $75.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Alex Fenske

    Keller Williams Elite

    18 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.9%

    in Joliet, IL

    $158.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $150K - $2.6M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Adam Baxa

    Coldwell Banker

    12 Years of experience

    25+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.93%

    in Joliet, IL

    $115.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $830K

    Price Range

    4%

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    Maria and Scott Miller

    Better Homes and Gardens RE Connections

    15 Years of experience

    89+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.96%

    in Joliet, IL

    $192.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    5%

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    David Aguirre

    Crosstown Realtors

    9 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.09%

    in Joliet, IL

    $56.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Katherine Rubis profile picture
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    Katherine Rubis

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    12 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.19%

    in Joliet, IL

    $112.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $2M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Ryan VanDerKarr

    Tiered Real Estate

    22 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.19%

    in Joliet, IL

    $39.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.5M

    Price Range

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    David Faxel

    NextHome Select Realty

    20 Years of experience

    32+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.32%

    in Joliet, IL

    $113.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top Joliet Agents Sell Faster?

    The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Joliet sell in a median of 28 days, compared with the Joliet market median of 53 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents28 days
    Joliet market53 days

    About 25 days faster (47% quicker than the Joliet market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Joliet agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Joliet market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Joliet?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Joliet 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)

    69Jan74Feb55Mar47Apr50May45Jun46Jul49Aug48Sep51Oct53Nov56Dec

    June

    Best month to sell

    45 days

    Typical time on market

    101.8%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Joliet, 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 Joliet Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above shows Joliet operating with a measured balance that tilts toward sellers on price but gives buyers more room than a year ago. With a median sale price of $325,000 and prices moving +12.3% year over year, values remain firm, yet the competitive indicators reveal where negotiating leverage actually sits. Months of supply stands at 2.3, a level that still favors sellers, while 52.2% of homes leave the market within two weeks, confirming that well-priced listings move quickly.

    At the same time, only 42.5% of homes sold above list, and 18.8% of active listings have taken a price reduction. That combination, paired with a median of 53 days on market and a +6 days change in market time, tells buyers that patience carries value. Overpriced homes are increasingly sitting, so a buyer can often anchor an offer near the 100.16% sale-to-list ratio rather than chasing bidding wars. For sellers, the message is precision: pricing to the current comps captures the fast-moving buyer pool, while aspirational pricing risks the price-drop cycle that 18.8% of listings are already experiencing.

    With 421 active listings, 212 new listings, and 209 pending sales each month, activity remains steady across the 186 monthly closings. Navigating this environment rewards local expertise. Joliet has 3,057 licensed agents, but performance varies widely, which makes identifying the agents who consistently price and negotiate well the central task for any buyer or seller entering this market.

    What Joliet Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Joliet goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Joliet
    $96,700
    Median home price$325,000
    Down payment (20%)$65,000
    Loan amount$260,000
    Monthly payment (PITI)$2,257

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of July 30, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Joliet Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 53 days
    Sale-to-List Price 100.16%
    Price Trend (YoY) +12.3%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $2,257
    Principal & Interest
    $1,671
    Property Taxes
    $311
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $325,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of July 30, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Joliet Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $289,500
    Today $325,000
    +12.3%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 47 days
    Today 53 days
    +6 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 101.3%
    Today 100.16%
    -1.18%
    What this shift means: Compared with last year, prices moved +12.3% while homes now take a +6 days change in market time and the sale-to-list ratio shifted -1.18% to land at 100.16%. For sellers, that means values held up even as buyers gained time to evaluate, so accurate pricing matters more than it did a year ago. For buyers, the longer timelines and softer above-list share point to more room for measured, comp-based offers.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Joliet MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Joliet Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the data that actually predicts results: closed volume, negotiation outcomes, and consistent client feedback. EffectiveAgents ranks 84 agents in Joliet out of 3,057 licensed locally, drawing on 1,760 analyzed transactions to separate proven performers from the rest. At the top of that analysis is Brent Wilk of Wilk Real Estate, with 2,995 career transactions, 124 client reviews, and $626.2M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience translates directly into negotiation skill in a market where only 42.5% of homes sell above list and 18.8% of listings see reductions, conditions where reading a seller's motivation and pricing to the 100.16% ratio decides outcomes. Agents with this track record work across established Joliet areas such as Ingalls Park, Ridgewood, and Crystal Lawns, adapting strategy to each neighborhood's inventory and buyer pool. When reviewing candidates, look for review patterns rather than isolated praise: a consistent history of communication, accurate pricing guidance, and closings that hold near list price is a far stronger signal than a single standout testimonial.

    How We Rank Joliet 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 Joliet 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: May 2026

    Joliet Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Joliet, IL?

    Based on EffectiveAgents analysis, Brent Wilk at Wilk Real Estate ranks among the top agents in Joliet, IL, with 2,995 career transactions, 124 client reviews, and $626.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents evaluates 1,760 analyzed transactions and measures each agent on closed volume, negotiation results, and verified client feedback rather than advertising. Of the 3,057 licensed agents in the area, only 84 meet the ranking criteria, so comparing several matched candidates is the recommended way to find the best fit for your goals.

    How were these Joliet 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 Joliet?

    Our data covers 3,057 real estate agents serving the Joliet area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Joliet market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Joliet mean for sellers?

    Joliet's median sale price is $325,000 as of May 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 Joliet?

    Homes in Joliet currently take a median of 53 days to sell, reflecting a +6 days change in market time compared with last year. Individual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location: with 52.2% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, well-priced and well-presented listings still move fast, while 18.8% of listings that started too high needed reductions and sat longer. At 2.3 months of supply, accurate pricing to current comps is the biggest factor in a quick 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 Joliet 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 Joliet 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 Joliet 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 Joliet realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Joliet 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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