Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lake Bluff, IL

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    Brad W. Andersen profile picture
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    Brad W. Andersen

    Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors

    32 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.19%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $163.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $700K - $4M

    Price Range

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    Cory Green

    Compass

    22 Years of experience

    133+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.36%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $352.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $780K - $5.8M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Renee OBrien

    Keller Williams Northshore West

    18 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.34%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $144.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Kimberly Shortsle

    Jameson Sotheby's Lake Forest

    11 Years of experience

    14+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.34%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $57.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $990K - $4M

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    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

    Top 2.73%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $977.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Barb Noote

    Compass

    26 Years of experience

    146+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.12%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $392.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $180K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Judy Greenberg

    COMPASS

    23 Years of experience

    125+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.31%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $564.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $3M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Angel Angelov

    Runway Realty, INC

    12 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 3.9%

    in Lake Bluff, IL

    $20.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Alan Berlow

    Coldwell Banker

    22 Years of experience

    31+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $342.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Char Nikolai

    Cove Realty

    10 Years of experience

    94+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $143.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ivica Otis Lazich

    Capital Investment Realty Group Inc

    20 Years of experience

    58+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $89.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $890K

    Price Range

    8%

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    Eugene (Jim) Abbott

    Baird and Warner

    12 Years of experience

    83+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $231.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

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    Silvia Carmona

    Bee Realty

    23 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $55.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $820K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Dorothy Piorek

    HomeSmart Connect, LLC

    20 Years of experience

    10+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $77M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    6%

    Negotiated Off List

    Do Top Lake Bluff Agents Sell Faster?

    The 14 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Lake Bluff sell in a median of 27 days, compared with the Lake Bluff market median of 48 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents27 days
    Lake Bluff market48 days

    About 21 days faster (44% quicker than the Lake Bluff market)

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

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lake Bluff?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lake Bluff sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around March.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    50Jan59Feb56Mar55Apr50May49Jun54Jul53Aug54Sep58Oct56Nov47Dec

    May

    Best month to sell

    50 days

    Typical time on market

    102.2%

    Of asking price

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

    The Housing Market Trends module above establishes Lake Bluff as a market where negotiating leverage currently favors sellers, though the balance is more nuanced than a single figure suggests. With months of supply at just 1.6 and only 20 active listings against 35 pending sales, buyers face genuine competition. That scarcity is reflected in an average sale-to-list ratio of 101.96%, meaning the typical home closes above asking, and in the 50.9% of listings that leave the market within two weeks. A buyer here should treat well-priced, move-in-ready homes as time-sensitive and structure offers accordingly, since roughly 43.3% of homes sold above list price.

    At the same time, the data shows counterweights. Median days on market sits at 48, which is not instantaneous, and 14.7% of listings recorded a price reduction. That tells buyers there is a segment of overpriced or slower-moving inventory where patience and a measured offer carry weight. For sellers, the +3.7% move in median sale price to $1,109,444 (about $412.49 per square foot) supports confident but disciplined pricing. Overpricing risks joining the price-drop cohort rather than the two-week-sale cohort.

    Across 13 monthly closings and 30 new listings, the practical takeaway is that pricing precision matters more than market direction. With 513 licensed agents operating in the area, the difference between a seller who prices into demand and one who chases the market down often comes back to representation and local read.

    What Lake Bluff Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff
    $301,800
    Median home price$1,109,444
    Down payment (20%)$221,889
    Loan amount$887,555
    Monthly payment (PITI)$7,042

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of August 27, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Lake Bluff Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 48 days
    Sale-to-List Price 101.96%
    Price Trend (YoY) +3.7%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $7,042
    Principal & Interest
    $5,704
    Property Taxes
    $1,063
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $1,109,444 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of August 27, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Lake Bluff Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $1,069,962
    Today $1,109,444
    +3.7%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 49 days
    Today 48 days
    -1 day days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 101.5%
    Today 101.96%
    +0.46%
    What this shift means: Year over year, median sale price moved +3.7% and the sale-to-list ratio shifted +0.46% to 101.96%, indicating that competitive pressure remains firm even as the share of homes selling above list eased to 43.3%. For sellers, this points to durable pricing support paired with a slightly more discerning buyer pool. For buyers, it signals room to negotiate on listings that linger past the 48 median while acting decisively on fresh, correctly priced inventory.

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

    What to Look for in a Lake Bluff Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the metrics that actually predict outcomes: transaction volume, pricing accuracy, and consistency across cycles. EffectiveAgents analyzed 103 annual transactions in Lake Bluff to rank 26 agents out of 513 licensed locally. The top-ranked agent, Brad W. Andersen at Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors, has recorded 188 transactions and $163.8M in all-time sales volume. That track record matters most in a market like this, where the average home closes at 101.96% of list and 43.3% of sales clear above asking. In those conditions, negotiation is less about aggressive tactics and more about reading demand accurately, structuring offers that win without overpaying, and pricing listings to trigger the 50.9% fast-sale pattern rather than the 14.7% price-cut pattern. Buyers and sellers working within the 60044 zip code benefit from an agent who understands how quickly 20 active listings turn over. When reviewing agents, weigh review patterns over time and depth of local closings rather than a single testimonial, since sustained volume is the more reliable signal.

    How We Rank Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff 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

    Lake Bluff Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Lake Bluff, IL?

    The top-ranked agent in Lake Bluff, IL is Brad W. Andersen at Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors, with 188 recorded transactions and $163.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identified this ranking by analyzing 103 annual transactions and measuring 26 qualifying agents out of 513 licensed locally against verified criteria including closing volume, pricing accuracy, and consistency. Rather than relying on advertising, the methodology weighs measured performance in the current market, where homes sell at 101.96% of list on average. Comparing several ranked agents remains the recommended step.

    How were these Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff?

    Our data covers 513 real estate agents serving the Lake Bluff area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lake Bluff market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Lake Bluff mean for sellers?

    Lake Bluff's median sale price is $1,109,444 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 Lake Bluff?

    In Lake Bluff, the median home sells in about 48 days, though this reflects the midpoint rather than a guarantee. Well-priced, move-in-ready listings move considerably faster, with 50.9% of homes leaving the market within two weeks. Timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and season, and the 14.7% of listings that required a price reduction typically took longer. With 1.6 months of supply and only 20 active listings, correctly priced homes benefit from limited competition. Overpricing is the most common cause of a prolonged timeline in this market.

    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 Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Lake Bluff 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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