Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Kankakee, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(193)
Kelly Winterroth
McColly Bennett Real Estate
22 Years of experience
147+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.96%
in Kankakee, IL
$327.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.44%
in Kankakee, IL
$173.9M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $690K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(121)
Amelia Bodie
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
13 Years of experience
112+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.87%
in Kankakee, IL
$163.9M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $970K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.83%
in Kankakee, IL
$81M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $630K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Peter Grant
Real Living Real Estate
34 Years of experience
9+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.22%
in Kankakee, IL
$11.3M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $450K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 6.7%
in Kankakee, IL
$25M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $850K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.61%
in Kankakee, IL
$21.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $500K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.61%
in Kankakee, IL
$50.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $550K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$154.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.44%
in Kankakee, IL
$91.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.1M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.92%
in Kankakee, IL
$16.2M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $700K
Price Range
Top Agent$411.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kyle R. Bowen
McColly Real Estate
9 Years of experience
43+ Sales in the last 12 months
$86M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $910K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Melanie Stacel
Sun Realty GroupLLC
24 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$43.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $610K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 16.27%
in Kankakee, IL
$28.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $510K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 17.7%
in Kankakee, IL
$633.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$914.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.5M
Price Range
4
Sold in Kankakee, IL
Top AgentTop 18.66%
in Kankakee, IL
$552.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $4.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(7)
Marisol Ramirez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
7 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 19.14%
in Kankakee, IL
$17.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $630K
Price Range
Top Agent$632.2M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$111.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$142.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$142.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $3.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$206.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.2M
Price Range
1
Sold in Kankakee, IL
Kankakee Housing Market Trends
Homes in Kankakee take a median 71 days to sell, go for 97.63% of asking, prices are up 16.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.0 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$172,386
median sale price
How fast they sell
71 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.0 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Kankakee.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Kankakee agents whose results fit it.
Kankakee agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Kankakee market in 71
median sale price in Kankakee
Do Top Kankakee Agents Sell Faster?
The 23 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Kankakee sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Kankakee market median of 71 days on market.
About 41 days faster (58% quicker than the Kankakee market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Kankakee agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Kankakee market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Kankakee?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Kankakee 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
54 days
Typical time on market
97.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Kankakee, 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 Kankakee 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 Kankakee 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.
209
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
Kankakee Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Kankakee 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 Kankakee?
Our data covers 209 real estate agents serving the Kankakee area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Kankakee market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Kankakee mean for sellers?
Kankakee's median sale price is $172,386 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.
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 Kankakee 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 Kankakee 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 Kankakee 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 Kankakee realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Kankakee 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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